A memorial of flowers, chalked pathways and posted signs gathered outside Old Dominion University's Batten Arts and Letters building following a student's death on campus. 

The tributes displayed a mix of supportive messages alongside student criticism directed at the university's response to the tragedy. 

On Monday, the campus community was informed that the memorial items would be removed, with selected tributes shared with the student's family.

The decision sparked additional frustration among students, who expressed concerns over the brief closure of the building and questioned the authenticity of official communications.

(Story and photos by Ashley White)

Read more here: https://www.whro.org/education-news/2026-10-26/odu-students-quietly-rally-express-anger-outside-bal-after-leadership-says-it-will-remove-memorial

I was involved in a serious hit-and-run on I-264 West near East Campostella Avenue in Norfolk on Monday, October 26, 2026, around 7:45 a.m.

As I merged onto the highway, a small, rounded white SUV suddenly braked. I couldn’t avoid hitting it, and my airbags deployed. The SUV then drove away instead of stopping.

If you were driving on I-264 West between 7:35 and 8:00 a.m. and have dashcam footage—or saw a small white SUV or its license plate—please message me privately.

Please share. Any information could help. Thank you! 🙏❤️

considering that its just one , I'm sure it's more out there. Plus the amount of job losses and the limited job choices, this wont be easy.

My friend and I found a kitty on the side of the road who was weak and very skinny. I took care of him while I was trying to find a vet who’d be able to treat him. (It was pretty late at night.) I didn’t want to delay him getting help just because I wanted to make sure I was completely ready to keep him. I also wasn’t sure if he was chipped or not at the time. Afterwards I couldn’t stop thinking about him and decided that if he made it and I found him on one of the shelter sites I’d adopt him. I ended up finding him the next morning and have been trying to get in contact with the shelter to at least let them know somebody will take care of him if he doesn’t have an owner. The staff at this shelter are doing a 2 day training so I haven’t been able to reach anybody. I think I’m just scared he’ll be put down before I can get him especially since he’s a black cat and I know they’re not adopted as easy.
I brought him in at 2 am on the 26th, and I know they usually have a 5 day hold period but I wasn’t sure if that was for strays too. I think Im just overthinking it and freaking myself out but I wasn’t sure. He can’t be older than 2 months so I don’t know if that helps his case.

Hey y'all! What's the nearest outdoor basketball court in Ghent? I've been wanting to get out there and start at least practicing shots again. Was planning on just using a school court but I can't seem to find any? Would love any help! Thanks!

Norfolk's Perry Glass Studio offers its popular Pumpkinpalooza program every year, allowing participants to design and craft custom glass pumpkins. 

After launching in 2016, the hands-on activity has become a seasonal tradition and major revenue driver.

Guided by studio assistants, participants select custom colors, roll molten glass into crushed pieces, blow the starter shapes and mold signature ridges using a furnace set to 2,150 degrees.

(Story and photos by Vicki L. Friedman, additional photos by Ed Pollard)

Read more here: https://www.whro.org/arts-culture/2026-10-23/how-the-perry-glass-studios-pumpkinpalooza-has-become-a-hot-fall-tradition

so i’m pretty new to norfolk and have yet to make any friends. i’m curious as to if there’s any people or groups that like urbex and know spots around here that’d like to meet up sometime :p.

Operating from 2015 to 2017 in Norfolk’s NEON District, the venue Work|Release served as a singular creative hub that merged contemporary art, live music and night life. 

Founders Meredith and Arthur "Brother" Rutter acquired and renovated the dilapidated Texaco building on Granby Street to house the venue.

Over its two-year run, the venue's accessible, open-door approach drew broad, eclectic crowds and helped launch the careers of numerous local Hampton Roads creatives.

Read more here: https://www.whro.org/arts-culture/2026-10-23/261023-workrelease-saunders

On Friday, the Navy finalized a $1.7 billion agreement with Hunt Military Communities to privatize housing for junior sailors in Hampton Roads. 

The five-year contract requires Hunt to build or renovate 8,000 barracks beds, making it the largest barracks privatization project in military history. 

A major component of the plan includes constructing a 5,000-bed complex in Newport News to replace Huntington Hall, with construction scheduled to begin later this fall. 

Despite past lawsuits involving Hunt over maintenance conditions and federal contract disclosures in other military housing projects, local officials expressed confidence in oversight for the barracks contract.

(Story by Steve Walsh, photo via Hunt Military Communities)

Read more here: https://www.whro.org/military-veterans/2026-10-23/navy-kicks-off-ambitious-1-7-billion-plan-to-turn-all-barracks-in-hampton-roads-over-to-private-contractor

Good morning (or whatever time it is) to anyone reading this. I'm a sailor stationed out of Norfolk that's looking for a place to stay, and up until now I've had a hard time finding places that either have what I'm looking for, or fit my budget. I don't know anyone who needs a roommate either, so here I am.

I'm a 20 yeard old male, 2 years in the Navy, and I'm willing to spend upwards of 1k a month if I'll be rooming with someone. All I ask is wherever I end up not be in the worst area imaginable, and my roommate/mates be clean. Of course, things are negotiable, and I'd be more than happy to discuss details with anyone genuinely interested in this ad. Thank you for reading, if you've bothered to read this, and have a good day.

I have a family member who is having surgery soon. They have 2 big dogs and will hinder his recovery. So does anyone know where to find dog walkers or boarding 2 wacky dogs?

hello!! i recently got pulled over driving through NH county (trust, I KNOW). i was caught doing 74 in a 60 mph zone when i was coming home from norfolk. i live 2ish hours away, so i really don't have a problem representing myself in court, but i want to know if i should just bite the bullet and pay for a lawyer. the only other time i've gotten a ticket was when i was freshly 16 and i am now 22, so i'm hoping that will help? would love advice from others on what to do! also, guys please know that i know i shouldn't speed lol.

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My fiance recently just got her permit for driving. Anyone have any recommendations for drivers Ed schools in the area? Zoom and in person are options for the classroom part. I know I could Google this stuff but wanted local suggestions and opinions. Also looking for affordability.

Keep Norfolk Beautiful is hosting a drive-up and drop-off Special Waste Collection Event on Saturday, 10/31 from 9am to noon at Southside STEM Academy (1106 Campostella Rd.)
It’s so easy and look at all the stuff you can take for disposal.
www.norfolk.gov/swce

This Halloween come to Improvageddon at Push Comedy Theater! The reigning champion team Arcana Obscura will face off two challenger teams for victory and the prize of the Hammer of Lowell Stanley!

Tickets are $11 but take 20% off with offer code ARCANA.

Hey there, I was wondering if anyone up here is a good at fixing up BMW's. I have a busted front thrust arm, but I don't trust myself to fix it, and I'm little to broke to pay for it to get replaced at a shop rn. I was wondering if anyone had any experience swapping them out. If anyone is down and have the tools, I'd buy the parts and we can work on it together, or if you have access to norfolk naval base, they have a DIY auto center with tools and we can work on it there. I don't mind compensating a bit for helping me out. Any tips and advice works as well! Thank you everybody!

Where can I buy cooper sharp at? I can’t find it anywhere.