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in Norfolk
Sunday, June 29th, 2025
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Twelve adults and 18 children were displaced when a fire broke out at a South Norfolk apartment complex on Grady Crescent on Friday afternoon, with firefighters controlling the flames by 1:41 p.m.—the Red Cross arranged temporary lodging while investigators work to determine the cause. 13 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk police are investigating a shooting on the 8500 block of Chesapeake Boulevard where two people sustained life-threatening injuries when a call came in around 11:10 p.m. — officials ask anyone with information to contact the Norfolk Crime Line. WAVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Chesapeake Fire Department introduced a new rehab unit with air conditioning & supplies to help firefighters working in extreme heat, ensuring they can cool down and have their vital signs checked when they feel fatigued. 3 WTKR
- ➤ Admiral Daryl Caudle explained today the Global Maritime Response Plan—a new approach that lays out a clear structure for rapidly deploying combat-ready forces during ongoing global conflicts. The plan supports the Joint Warfighting Concept to ensure our Navy can respond swiftly if challenges arise. WAVY
- ➤ Today in Norfolk, gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger spoke at a Veterans for Spanberger event as part of her Span Virginia Bus Tour, saying she will lower housing costs, crack down on bad practices, and boost mental health care for veterans—she also promised to bring back the Governor’s Coordinating Council on Homelessness. Other local leaders such as Delegate Don Scott, former governor Ralph Northam, and candidates Jay Jones and Ghazala Hashmi joined her as veterans shared hopes for better services. WAVY
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Hannah Jai Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — MoMac Brewing Company — Check website for details — Experience the soulful sounds of musician Hannah Jai at a local brewery.
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Norfolk: Independence Day Dinner Cruise with Fireworks
7:30-10 p.m. — American Rover Sailing Cruises — Ticket required — Celebrate the 4th of July with stunning views of fireworks aboard the Victory Rover.
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Date Night Comedy Show
Hilarious date night show — 7:30 p.m. — Push Comedy Theater — Tickets available — Experience unforgettable love stories recreated with laughs.
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Watercolor Art Chat & Demo
4-6 p.m. — D'Art Center — Free entry — Experience an artistic demonstration and engaging discussion with watercolor expert Catherine Hillis.
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Snake Mountain Revival Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Annex — $12-$16 — Experience a night of live music featuring Snake Mountain Revival, Toward Space, and Box Factory.
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Norfolk Taco Festival - 7th Annual
2 PM – 8 PM — Waterside District — General tickets for $9.99 — Savor over 90 styles of tacos while enjoying live bands, wrestling, and family fun at Virginia's biggest taco festival.
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Ill Niño Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of Ill Niño's blend of Latin metal in a vibrant setting.
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NCOA Annual National Conference
All day — Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel — Free — Engage with veteran support resources and enjoy networking opportunities.
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49 Winchester Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket details available soon — Enjoy an evening with 49 Winchester in a vibrant Norfolk venue.
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EPMD Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sounds of EPMD live in Portsmouth.
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