Good morning, Norfolk.

Elizabeth Burrows and Jeremy Rawlinson have spent six years trying to save a live oak tree on a city-owned lot in Park Place.

The city removed the property from auction for further evaluation as it works to balance housing development with preserving green space.

Newport News Shipbuilding is holding a safety stand down today at its facility following recent incidents this year.

The measure comes as the Navy pushes to build two Virginia-class submarines annually — officials emphasize that safety remains the top priority.

Old Dominion University professor Kent Carpenter was fatally shot by three masked men during his research assignment in the Philippines on Sunday night, and police say his companion sustained injuries while investigators work to identify the attackers.

WHRO-FM 90.3 will broadcast Modest Mussorgsky’s opera Boris Godunov this Saturday at 1:00 p.m. The revival production by the Royal Opera features Sir Bryn Terfel & underscores the work’s bold political and psychological drama.

Virginia's statewide ban on Styrofoam food containers has taken effect for all food vendors since July 1 (vendors experiencing economic hardship may apply for an annual exemption) to reduce coastal litter.

Affected businesses must now use alternative materials when serving ready-to-eat food.

Norfolk officials reported that 13 bids were submitted to demolish the vacant, 56-year-old Military Circle Mall, with a contractor to be chosen after Monday’s deadline; demolition will begin this fall and last 15 months (covering 74 acres).

Environmental and geotechnical studies will guide future phased redevelopment.

USS Fort Lauderdale is scheduled to return to Naval Station Norfolk later this week after an 11-month deployment supporting humanitarian relief and counterdrug efforts.

Its return follows USS Iwo Jima's arrival last week at the station.

Old Dominion University is proposing a seven-story mixed-use development on Hampton Boulevard with retail on the ground floor and 117 apartments including affordable housing.

The Planning Commission has approved the plan and the proposal now awaits rezoning by city council.

Norfolk Eats Street Food Festival

2-8 p.m. — Maker's Craft Brewery — Free entry — Celebrate local flavors with delicious food from an array of food trucks and vendors.

Buju Banton & Stephen Marley: Roots and Rhymes Tour

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Portsmouth Pavilion — Cost Unknown — Experience the powerful sounds of reggae's finest talents live on stage.

Symphony By The Sea

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Neptune's Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening of symphonic music under the stars from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Damn Skippy by Little Stranger

7:00 – 9:30 PM — The NorVa — Cost info not provided — Experience the quirky indie hip-hop sounds of Little Stranger from Philly.

Elmiene Concert

8-9 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Elmiene live in concert.

Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Park

6-10 p.m. — Town Point Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of live music under the stars with gourmet foods and drinks available.

Granby Reunion Cookout 2K26

12-6 p.m. — Northside Park — Free entry — Celebrate with friends and enjoy a day filled with great food and good vibes.

Leverage Realty Ballpark Bash

1:05-3:30 p.m. — Norfolk Tides Baseball Club at Harbor Park Stadium — Free admission — Enjoy baseball and a variety of food during a family-friendly appreciation event.