Janet Roach

Norfolk

DC born, NC raised. Hampton Roads home. Paid dues in Milwaukee, Baltimore, DC & Norfolk. https://t.co/WUXf5jKsM8 Catch this Tarheel and UVA mom at 4,5&6pm.

Articles

Democratic candidates for Newport News treasurer meet face to face in forum

1 week ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — The two democratic candidates for Newport News Treasurer met face to face in a forum Wednesday night sponsored by the NAACP. Sanu Dieng Cooper has a background in financial management and has worked with non-profits, including formerly serving as executive director at Transitions Family Violence Services. Derek Reason is a businessman who owns and operates DNA Logistics, a freight and cargo service in Newport News.
ODU Economics Department Chair: Potential supply chain issues on the horizon

2 weeks ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

NORFOLK, Va. — The value of goods and services produced in the United States shrank by a 0.3% in the first quarter of this year, marking the first decline in the nation's economic output in three years.
A bright start for Peake Childhood Center at Rise and Shine Breakfast

2 weeks ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

HAMPTON, Va. — A thousand hearts and minds gathered bright and early this morning at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, united by a common purpose: to support Peake Childhood Center. The annual Rise and Shine Breakfast, a fundraising event, drew politicians, community leaders, educators, and supporters, all eager to champion affordable early childhood education. Peake Childhood Center is a nonprofit organization that's been in existence for 54 years in Hampton.
Norfolk Electoral Board in turmoil, seeking removal of vice chair amid misconduct allegations

4 weeks ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

NORFOLK, Va. — A trial date has been set in Norfolk Circuit Court to determine if Norfolk's Electoral Board Vice Chair Marianne McKay will be removed from her position. Norfolk's Commonwealth Attorney Ramin Fatehi confirmed the date of April 29 after reviewing a petition by the State Board of Elections calling for McKay's removal. This follows a formal request earlier this year by Norfolk's Electoral Board chair, Atoy Carrington, and Registrar Stephanie Iles for McKay's removal.
Back-and-forth continues in disputed North Carolina Supreme Court race

1 month ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

RALEIGH, N.C. — The back-and-forth continues in the country's only undecided race from last year's November election. North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Allison Riggs won the election to keep her seat by 734 votes over Republican Appeals Court Judge Jefferson Griffin. But Griffin has sued to throw out 65,000 votes. The state Supreme Court has just halted an appeals court decision favoring Griffin, which said the votes were wrongly included in the tally.
What Wisconsin's election can tell us about Virginia's governor's race

1 month ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

NORFOLK, Va. — The potential impact from Wisconsin's recent Supreme Court election that saw liberal candidate Susan Crawford win a decisive victory is being felt across the nation, particularly in Virginia. This year, voters in the Commonwealth will choose a new governor. The Wisconsin result leads many to ask if billionaire and Donald Trump adviser Elon Musk will dip his hands into the Virginia race.
Virginia Forward Party tries to build momentum, voices concerns over current political climate

1 month ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

NORFOLK, Va. — The Forward Party operates under the motto "Not left, not right, but forward." The Virginia chapter held a virtual meeting Wednesday night to discuss their vision and strategize for growth. Members expressed concern regarding the current political climate, particularly the actions of the Trump administration, which they say are fueling their drive for change. "If you are alive and you have a pulse, you understand that we are in uncharted territory...
Newport News athlete returns home for NCAA indoor track and field championships

2 months ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Virginia Beach is buzzing with excitement as the nation's top college track and field athletes descend for the NCAA Division I Indoor Championships at the Virginia Beach Sports Center. Among them, a familiar face returns home: Madison Whyte, a Newport News native and Heritage High School grad. She'll hit the track in the 200 meter dash and the 4x400 relay. Only 16 athletes across the country qualify in each event. Whyte knows anything can happen.
Virginia Beach gears up for NCAA track and field championship, featuring local talent

2 months ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — This weekend, the Virginia Beach Sports Center will be at the center of the world of collegiate track and field. It will host the highly anticipated NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships. The nation's top college athletes will converge on the facility, all vying for the title of fastest in their respective events. The Virginia Beach Sports Center, hosting the event for the first time, was designed with this type of premier event in mind.
Measles case at Virginia airport; how you can protect your children

2 months ago | 13newsnow.com | Janet Roach

NORFOLK, Va. — Measles is a preventable disease, and one doctor at the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters (CHKD) is spreading that word in his blog, "Protecting Children from Measles." But a resurgence of the disease in the United States is prompting concern from medical professionals. So, Dr. Chris Foley, senior VP and chief of clinical operations at CHKD, is actively educating parents about the importance of vaccination.