Virginia State Police released crime data that shows violent crime was down 7% in 2024 when comparing it to 2023.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/virginia-crime-statistics-fewer-murders-more-hate-crimes-reported-in-2024/

Eight apartments were damaged and 21 people — including nine children — have been displaced as the result of a two-alarm fire on Malibu Palms Drive in Virginia Beach Friday evening, a city fire official said. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/virginia-beach/fire-reported-on-malibu-palms-dr-in-virginia-beach/

A local family is helping children and other families at CHKD smile this holiday season in honor of their 10-year-old son, Joshua Peck.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/joshua-chamberlain-projects-3rd-holiday-drive-collects-donations-for-chkd/

It’s the season of holiday travel and many are taking to the skies to see their loved ones. Lots of people are already starting to fly in to spend the holidays in Hampton Roads, or flying out to visit family elsewhere.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/video/holiday-travel-taking-off-at-norfolk-international-airport/

Gun violence continues to be a point of concern around the nation and here in Hampton Roads, with the senseless acts leaving their indelible marks on families 10 On Your Side reports on everyday.

But for those with heavy hearts, there are people in the community eager to lift their spirits, doing so this holiday season with a Warm Embrace, because sometimes in this life, what you need most is a good hug.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/video/warm-embrace-organization-offers-holiday-hugs-to-families-impacted-by-gun-violence/

At just 22 years old, Carri Muegge was focused on living a normal life, until a routine doctor’s visit in early September changed everything.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/health/at-22-virginia-beach-woman-faces-end-stage-kidney-failure-seeks-transplant/

Super Doppler 10 Chief Meteorologist Jeff Edmondson has the latest weather forecast for the Hampton Roads viewing area. More weather: https://www.wavy.com/weather/

A witness described what he and others did to rescue a person whose car went into the water at a Virginia Beach marina Friday night.

Link: https://wavy.com

You can feel the magic of the holiday at one local hospital.

The team at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital likes to surprise its staff each year with a holiday lights display covering the walkway that connects staff parking with the Raleigh building. Though we’re not hospital staff, 10 On Your Side got a sneak peek at the holiday cheer.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/sentara-norfolk-general-makes-employees-spirits-bright/

Featuring WAVY Sports Anchor James Kattato sitting down to talk with Indian River High School freshman quarterback Lord Malik Heru. https://www.wavy.com/sports/local-sports/

Super Doppler 10 Chief Meteorologist Emeritus Don Slater has the latest weather forecast for the Hampton Roads viewing area. More weather: https://www.wavy.com/weather/

Chesapeake Sheriff David Rosado and Undersheriff Christopher Pascal used sheriff's office staff, resources and events to advance Rosado's failed candidacy during his 2025 campaign, according to the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, which has filed two complaints with the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board.

The Office of Special Counsel alleges Rosado and Pascal committed "multiple, serious violations" of the Hatch Act during Rosado's 2025 campaign. Rosado denies the allegations, saying in a statement he strongly disagrees with its findings.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/chesapeake/complaints-filed-against-chesapeake-sheriff-by-osc-sheriff-responds/

Want to go to Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger's inauguration? Her inaugural committee announced a ticket lottery system Friday for Virginians who want the chance to attend her inaugural ceremony in January. The ticket lottery for her inauguration will be at her inauguration website.

Link: https://www.wavy.com/news/politics/virginia-politics/ticket-lottery-system-to-attend-spanberger-governor-inauguration-ceremony/