Public Safety

Capacity study could lead to redrawn school boundaries for city schools

Plus, Newport News Shipbuilding celebrates 140 years as national leader; new data center groundbreaking ceremony at Jefferson Lab; beat the heat: free…

Jul 6

City acquires flood-prone property, adopts stormwater and resilience plans

Newport News City Council also enacts emergency youth curfew for City Center through July 4th weekend

Jun 11

Newport News outlines short term rental permit requirements and rules

Plus, the NNPD North Precinct reports mid-year crime stats and new rooftop solar on Peake facility

Jun 8

Newport News City Council introduces first-ever annual audit plan for FY27

Plus, School Board meets on personnel matters, a business workshop opens, police officer spotlight, THRIVE extends food pantry hours, and nature story…

Jun 4

Newport News Public Schools Recognize Stellar Educators and Support Staff

NNPS Sports Update; ODU Economists to Present Mid-Year Economic Forecast at Newport News Marriott

Jun 1

Schools Shine and Mayor Tours New Planetarium

Plus, drought warning continues, public safety updates, and community events

May 26

Newport News Implements Police Simulator for De-Escalation and Judgment Training

Immersive technology meant to supplement officers' exposure to different scenarios

Jul 17, 2025

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