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April 18, 2019

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Antares blasts off on new mission to International Space Station

With a blue Atlantic lapping nearby and a clear blue sky beckoning, a Northrop Grumman Antares rocket blasted off from Virginia’s spaceport Wednesday afternoon to resupply the International Space Station.

Breaking: Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe will not run for President in 2020

Former Governor Terry McAuliffe announced Wednesday that he will not run for President in 2020, has not ruled out another run for governor.

Quarters No. 1 gets personal touch from childhood fan of Fort Monroe

Growing up in Phoebus, Hampton native Khyle Dixon remembers Fort Monroe as this hidden magical playground, a former military post, a place to kick around with friends during summers.

Police officer, day care provider out on bond in sexual assault case

A Newport News police officer and a day care provider accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a girl more than eight years ago are now out on bond — with their lawyers saying they are “vigorously” investigating the accuser’s story.

Severe storms could bring damaging winds, hail and possible tornadoes on Friday

A storm system potentially could put a real damper on Friday, the National Weather Service said in an advisory.

York County to increase solid waste fee

The York County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday night to increase the solid waste fee as part of the budget for the upcoming fiscal year.