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05/29/2018

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Virginian-Pilot sold to Tronc, parent company of the Daily Press

Tuesday, May 29

The $34 million purchase from Landmark Media Enterprises, announced Tuesday morning, includes all of the Virginian-Pilot’s publications and properties. The sale is effective immediately.

Lawyers ask U.S. Supreme Court to hear case of 69-year-old Hampton man killed in 2011 police raid

Lawyers representing the family of a 69-year-old man shot and killed by Hampton police in a raid on his Wythe home seven years ago have now filed one last appeal.

Smithfield, Isle of Wight attracting more breweries

Isle of Wight and Smithfield are attracting more breweries and other related businesses, including a distillery, wine tasting rooms and a winery-connected events venue.

Charlotte-based AAU team honors late teammate with inspiring victory

Less than 24 hours after James Hampton collapsed and died during Nike's EYBL in Hampton, Team United bonded and performed admirably.

Newport News councilman wants state to enforce 'red flag' gun law

In one of his last actions as a city official, Councilman Bert Bateman asked his colleagues to endorse a resolution urging state politicians to tighten up gun possession for those “in crisis.”

HU's President Harvey to be honored at HBCU Awards

Hampton University President William R. Harvey will receive the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award at an awards ceremony next month honoring historically black colleges and universities.