NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The world's first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is shutting down its reactors as its storied career comes to a close. The USS Enterprise finished its 25th and final deployment on Sunday when it returned to its home port in Norfolk, Va. After more than 50 years of... more »
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - Appearing for the first time as Mitt Romney's running mate, Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan is attacking President Barack Obama for what he calls a "record of failure."
With the political world watching, Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney misspoke while introducing his running mate.
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NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - The USS Enterprise, the famed nuclear-powered aircraft carrier featured in the film "Top Gun," will soon set sail on its final voyage. The ship has been a part of history over the past 50 years. It was involved in several wars and played a prominent role... more »
A large fire broke out at a Virginia marina early Wednesday morning. Firefighters battled the two-alarm blaze for hours before bringing it under control.
Witnesses reported hearing an explosion shortly before the fire began.
The fire destroyed three boats, but crews were able to move other boats and... more »
Flood watches continue along the East Coast today, as the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida continue to hover. At least five deaths are being blamed on the storm. In and around Norfolk, Va., winds have been pushing water inland and threatening to cause more flooding today. Many roads are under... more »
Relentless rain swept much of the Atlantic seaboard Thursday, triggering coastal flood warnings and watches from North Carolina to New York's Long Island, inundating streets and forcing some rescues of stranded drivers in hard-hit Virginia.
The downpour marks the track of the remnants of Tropical Storm Ida, which blew... more »
The Navy says a service member is dead and eight others injured after an Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed on a Navy ship during a training exercise. Navy spokesman Lt. Cmdr. Phil Rosi says the crash happened aboard the USNS Arctic around 8 p.m. Thursday off the coast of Fort... more »