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2 weeks ago |
13newsnow.com | Germyah Batey
NORFOLK, Va. — A new report shows Virginia now leads the nation with the lowest recidivism rate, which means fewer people are returning to prison after release. Experts credit state-run programs, but one man who spent more than two decades behind bars said acknowledgment, accountability, and policy can also effect change.
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2 weeks ago |
13newsnow.com | Germyah Batey
NORFOLK, Va. — On Wednesday, President Donald Trump's executive order takes effect, doubling tariffs on all foreign steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%. In a post on X, Trump said the move protects and prioritizes American steel makers. However, critics say this move will drive up certain prices. Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads builds homes for those in need, but says the new 50% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports may be felt across the construction industry.
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2 weeks ago |
13newsnow.com | Germyah Batey
SUFFOLK, Va. — In late March, Suffolk launched a new task force to crack down on illegal dumping. Now, a little more than two months later, City leaders say they're seeing results. The City of Suffolk is prioritizing its fight against illegal dumping. That's why City Leaders launched an environmental crimes task force in late March to catch offenders and protect local resources. Commonwealth Attorney Narendra Pleas is one of the leaders of the effort and says so far they've seen progress.
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2 weeks ago |
13newsnow.com | Germyah Batey
SUFFOLK, Va. — The City of Suffolk on Monday activated speed enforcement cameras on Route 58 near the SPSA Interchange Project. It's one step city leaders say they are taking to crack down on speeding in work zones. 13News Now spoke to drivers to find out how they feel about the change and whether they think it'll actually make work zones safer. Katlyn Newcomb said her commute home should take about 30 minutes but usually lasts longer, adding to her frustrations about an already high-traffic area.
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3 weeks ago |
13newsnow.com | Germyah Batey
NORFOLK, Va. — At Naval Station Norfolk, it was a sendoff filled with purpose and emotion as the USNS Comfort prepared to set sail once again. The hospital ship is deploying as part of "Continuing Promise 2025", a three-month mission focused on delivering humanitarian services to several nations across Latin America. Families stood dockside with pride, holding signs and waving goodbye.
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Philip Townsend
Philip Townsend primarily covers news in the Hampton Roads region, Virginia, United States, including cities like Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Patrick Evans-Hylton
Founder, Virginia Eats + Drinks and Food Journalist at Freelance
Patrick Evans-Hylton primarily covers news in Norfolk, Virginia, United States and surrounding areas including Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.
James Robinson
Reporter at Suffolk News Herald
James Robinson primarily covers news in Chesapeake, Virginia, United States and surrounding areas.
Mechelle Hankerson
News Director at WHRO-TV (Norfolk, VA)
Mechelle Hankerson primarily covers news in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, United States, including cities like Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Hailey Dunn
Hailey Dunn primarily covers news in the Hampton Roads region including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake, Virginia, United States.
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