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1 day ago | wtkr.com | Marc Davis

SMITHFIELD, VA (WTKR)- A steady rain fell on Lionsbridge FC as the club practiced at Nike Park in Smithfield Tuesday morning, but that didn't bother defender Harri Lovett. A native of Wales, he's used to that. "Every single day," Lovett smiled when asked about the rain in his homeland. "It's actually when we play our best football. The best guys out there are the ones that grew up with this."Lovett has always had a passion for soccer. To understand that, you have to go back to his childhood.

1 day ago | wtkr.com | Myles Henderson

Meteorologist Myles Henderson’s First Warning ForecastFlooding threat and a severe storm risk. Lingering showers & storms to end the week. Warming back to the 80s with building humidity. An area of low pressure will slowly track across the Southeast to Mid-Atlantic, bringing significant rainfall to the region. Expect widespread showers & storms today. Most of the area will get 1” to 3” of rainfall with locally higher totals possible.

2 days ago | wtkr.com | Marc Davis

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (WTKR)- Virginia Wesleyan and Christopher Newport have established themselves as national softball powerhouses at the Division III level. Now they'll start their quest for a 2025 national title on their respective home fields. The Marlins and Captains will both host NCAA Regional action this week, with each welcoming three teams to the 757. The regionals will run from Thursday through Saturday and be double-elimination format.

2 days ago | wtkr.com | Myles Henderson

Meteorologist Myles Henderson’s First Warning ForecastA soggy week with several chances for showers and storms. Warming back to the 80s this week with building humidity. Mostly cloudy skies today with scattered showers. Highs in the mid to upper 70s, near normal for this time of year. Winds will start to pick up this afternoon. An area of low pressure will slowly track across the Southeast to Mid-Atlantic, bringing significant rainfall to the region. Expect widespread showers & storms on Tuesday.

2 days ago | wtkr.com | Kelsey Jones

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — The city of Newport News is fostering a culture of peace as the first community violence prevention manager settles into her role. Synethia White was appointed to the role on Nov. 14 to enhance community safety. White graduated from Old Dominion University with a bachelor's degree in sociology and a minor in human services and has 20 years of experience in public service.