WGNT-TV (Norfolk, VA)

WGNT (channel 27) is a TV station based in Portsmouth, Virginia, and it serves the Hampton Roads region as a CW affiliate. The station is owned by the E. W. Scripps Company, which also owns WTKR (channel 3), a CBS affiliate licensed to Norfolk. Both WGNT and WTKR operate from the same studios located on Boush Street in downtown Norfolk, while WGNT's broadcasting transmitter is situated in Suffolk, Virginia.

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All-Tidewater Classic will once again shine light on high school baseball's best

1 day ago | wtkr.com | Marc Davis

CHESAPEAKE, VA (WTKR)- Baseball in Hampton Roads helped give Michael Cuddyer opportunities. Now he's looking to do the same for the next generation. Cuddyer is in his third year spearheading the All-Tidewater Classic, a high school baseball all-star game that will pit the All-Tidewater players up against each other. "My career has given me a platform to have games like this and to be able to make impacts in people's lives and communities lives," the former Major League Baseball All-Star said.
Diverging Diamond Interchange enters design phase in Suffolk

2 days ago | wtkr.com | Conor Hollingsworth

SUFFOLK, Va. — In an attempt to ease traffic woes, an infrastructure project at the interchange of Godwin Boulevard and US-58 will provide a unique change in the area. Projects throughout Suffolk are making incremental progress in lessening the traffic woes in the area. In the last couple of weeks, News 3 has brought you stories about the Nansemond Parkway/Wilroy Rd. Overpass, and the US-58 SPSA Interchange project.
Keyshawn Davis and DB3 return to Scope

2 days ago | wtkr.com | Marc Davis

NORFOLK, VA (WTKR)- It promises to be a busy and exciting week in Hampton Roads, headlined by Norfolk's world champion returning home to defend his title. This week on No Limit Sports, the guys discuss the return of DB3 to Scope for Saturday's fights. Keyshawn Davis will defend his world championship for the first time, while Kelvin and Keon Davis also take the ring in hopes of remaining unbeaten. The weekend offers a big chance for some top high school recruits.
DB3 takes ring ahead of Saturday's bouts

2 days ago | wtkr.com | Marc Davis

NORFOLK, VA (WTKR)- Fight week has arrived for DB3. The Davis brothers are back in Norfolk and hope to treat their hometown crowd to three more victories Saturday night. Wednesday saw Keyshawn, Kelvin and Keon Davis back in the ring ahead of their respective fights at Scope. They were among the fighters on the card who went through a media workout at Coronado School in Norfolk. The three brothers, along with Troy Isley, all took the ring together, rather than have separate sessions in the ring.
8-year-old environmentalist from Newport News selected to compete in national contest

3 days ago | wtkr.com | Kelsey Jones

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — An 8-year-old Newport News boy is seeking support in a national competition aimed at protecting wildlife. Smith Simpson is competing in the 2025 Ranger Rick Nature Contest, organized by the National Wildlife Federation, which celebrates young environmentalists. The winner of the competition will receive $20,000. Smith's passion for nature began with hiking and exploring the outdoors.
Local woman opens grocery market in Newport News to address food insecurity

3 days ago | wtkr.com | Kelsey Jones

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A local woman opened a grocery store called Semi-It Market to bring much-needed relief to a community that has become a food desert. Inside of Semi-It Market you'll find Cindy Rosa, a local real estate agent who saw a need in her community. "I wanted a piece of fruit one day, and that's really how it started. I went to go look for some and I couldn't find any.
Ted Alexander returns to Old Dominion following personal tragedy

3 days ago | wtkr.com | Marc Davis

NORFOLK, VA (WTKR)- Ted Alexander is back at Old Dominion. The Sun Belt Baseball Tournament found the Voice of the Monarchs back on the airwaves after some time away. "To be able to get back to it has been therapeutic, times ten," Alexander said. He's told plenty of stories of adversity involving others during his time on the air, including some here at WTKR News 3.
Work to renovate former Deaf and Blind School property in Hampton may soon begin

4 days ago | wtkr.com | Colter Anstaett

HAMPTON, Va. — Walking through the gates to the south side of the former Virginia State School for the Deaf and Blind in Hampton, you can see the property needs a lot of TLC. As of June 3, possible options for renovating the property were expected to be presented to the community in the summer and work could begin as early as the fall.
Moms on a mission: News 3 Everyday Heroes make sure every kid gets to play ball

4 days ago | wtkr.com | Anthony Sabella

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Before Sunday's Champions League game, News 3 honored two local moms who have spent years making sure children with special needs aren't left out of America's pastime. The Champions League is a subset of baseball leagues in Great Neck, Kempsville, Creeds and Deep Creek featuring athletes you have special needs. In 2017, Christine Ross started Great Neck Baseball's Champions League. “My goal is just to see progress," she told News 3 then, with her young son Ethan in tow.
Toy drive honoring Hampton Police K9 that died from cancer

4 days ago | wtkr.com | Colter Anstaett

HAMPTON, Va. — Throughout the month of June, you have an opportunity to help the city of Hampton honor a former Hampton Police Department K9. From June 2-23, a collection box for animal toys will be available at three locations in Hampton, accepting new toys. The only exception is no rawhide products, per the city. At the end of the drive, the toys will be given to area animal shelters and other facilities that need them.