Norfolk Headlines: ODU Investigation Continues, City Launches Service App Push, East Beach Growth
Norfolk, VA – March 22, 2026 – Police updates, a city service app expansion and new East Beach businesses lead this weekend’s local headlines.
It’s been a full weekend of developments across Norfolk, from ongoing public safety investigations to city service upgrades and new business momentum in Ocean View.
ODU Shooting Investigation Ongoing
Norfolk continues to process the aftermath of the March 12 shooting at Old Dominion University. The attack left one ROTC instructor dead and two cadets injured before the suspect was subdued.
University officials say additional campus safety measures remain in place as investigators work to determine motive. Community support events and counseling resources are continuing for students and staff.
The incident has prompted renewed conversations across Hampton Roads about campus security and emergency preparedness.
City Promotes MyNorfolk Service Portal
The City of Norfolk is encouraging residents to use its MyNorfolk online portal and mobile app to request city services.
Through the platform, residents can submit requests for bulky item pickup, report neighborhood concerns, and track service tickets in real time. City leaders say the system helps streamline communication with Norfolk Cares and improves response times.
Officials note that more than 100 services are now accessible through the digital platform, part of a broader push to modernize customer service citywide.
New Businesses Joining East Beach Square
East Beach Square in Ocean View is preparing to welcome several new local brands, including businesses joining a golf simulator concept already announced for the shopping center.
The additions follow a year of renovations at the center and signal continued commercial growth in the East Ocean View corridor. Developers say more announcements are expected this spring and summer.
The mix of retail and entertainment is aimed at serving nearby neighborhoods while drawing visitors from across Norfolk.
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Old_Dominion_University_shooting
https://www.norfolk.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=10041
https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/local-brands-joining-golf-simulator-215131643.html
