Norfolk expands HRT fare-enforcement authority for Transit Security Officers—rider guide
Norfolk City Council voted unanimously June 23, 2026 to expand HRT Transit Security Officers’ authority to enforce fare rules—what riders should know.
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Chesapeake HRBT Expansion lane closures July 3–10: overnight I-64 watch
Chesapeake VA – VDOT and the HRBT Expansion Project post the July 3–10 work-zone schedule, including I-64 Express Lanes ramp and overnight lane closures.
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Virginia Beach School Board rescinds, then revises Chromebook/screen-time limits
Virginia Beach parents: after a June 8 vote, the board rescinded and updated Chromebook/screen-time limits in Policy 6-18 for 2026/27—here’s the grade-by-grade breakdown.
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Norfolk extreme heat warning: cooling centers open July 3–5—where to go
Norfolk VA – City of Norfolk activated cooling centers for an Extreme Heat Warning July 3–4, with hours through Sunday July 5. Locations, tips.
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DOJ sues Virginia and California in parallel Second Amendment cases
The Justice Department filed parallel July 1 lawsuits against Virginia and California, setting up new federal tests of state gun laws under the Second Amendment.
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Two West Sayville beaches were included in Suffolk’s rain advisory
Two West Sayville beaches were in Suffolk County’s June 23 post-rain bathing advisory; the state map now lists both as open, so swimmers should still check before going.
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Virginia Beach Public Utilities contacts some customers about unusually high water use
Virginia Beach, VA – The utility began proactive calls in August 2025, and customers with repaired leaks may qualify for a bill adjustment.
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Virginia Beach water rates rise July 1 as FY 2027 fee changes take effect
Virginia Beach, VA – The city’s FY 2027 fee changes took effect July 1, lifting water service and usage charges while leaving sanitary sewer unchanged.
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FDA flags undeclared tuna in Aldi kimbap sold in 20 jurisdictions
FDA says an ALDI kimbap recall for undeclared tuna can trigger serious reactions for fish-allergic shoppers.
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Virginia Beach opens cooling centers July 3-5 as heat index tops 110
Virginia Beach is opening cooling centers July 3-5 as the National Weather Service forecasts heat index values up to 115 today and 112 on July 4.
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Richmond judge blocks Virginia mask-and-ID limits for federal officers
A Richmond judge issued a July 1 preliminary injunction blocking Virginia from enforcing its new mask-and-ID limits on federal officers while the case moves.
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Virginia Beach school board tightens Chromebook rules for 2026-27
Virginia Beach VA – The School Board’s June 26 vote set new grade-by-grade Chromebook limits for the 2026-27 school year.
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DOJ files two gun-law lawsuits
The Justice Department filed separate July 1 lawsuits against California and Virginia, challenging new firearms restrictions in both states. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/2394d5882e96b7d5980af714f1443d06))
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Virginia Beach flood study comment window closed, next milestone is in November
Virginia Beach residents had until June 30 to comment on the city’s coastal storm risk study. The Corps’ next milestone is a tentatively selected plan expected in November 2026.
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EOIR adds 39 immigration judges, 6 temporary judges as backlog stays above 3.49 million
United States Immigration Borders and Federal Courts – EOIR swore in 45 judges on June 17, spread across 15 states, as the immigration-court backlog remains under 3.49 million.
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Virginia Beach nonprofit opens 38-unit housing for people exiting homelessness
Virginia Beach VA – Macon & Joan Brock House has opened with 38 supportive housing units for people exiting homelessness, with move-ins expected in mid-July.
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DOJ says EagleBank will pay more than $9.7 million after BSA probe
United States National Accountability Fast Follow – DOJ says EagleBank entered a non-prosecution agreement and will pay more than $9.7 million to resolve a long-running Bank Secrecy Act investigation. ([justice.gov](https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/eaglebank-agrees-pay-more-97-million-resolve-bank-secrecy-act-investigation))
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Virginia Beach National golf plan could add 659 housing units
Virginia Beach City Council was briefed June 16 on a proposal to restore Virginia Beach National and add 659 housing units, but no sale is approved.
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Arlington braces for July 4 road closures and fireworks traffic
Arlington, VA: County road closures, parking restrictions, and major delays are expected July 4 around the National Mall fireworks, with Metro urged over driving.
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Virginia Beach fee changes start July 1 for water, libraries, trash and parks
Virginia Beach residents will see targeted fee and rate changes on July 1, affecting water bills, libraries, yard debris and parks programs.
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Chesapeake gas watch: Battlefield Blvd regular is $3.699, diesel $4.799
Chesapeake VA Gas & Diesel Watch – The Battlefield Blvd 7-Eleven lists regular at $3.699 and diesel at $4.799, both lower than June 10.
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Norfolk festival weekend brings road closures, free transit June 19-22
Downtown Norfolk faces closures June 19-21 as Juneteenth, Sail250 Virginia and Harborfest overlap; HRT adds free rides and Sail250 shuttle service.