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Josh Janney

Josh Janney covers the cities of Newport News and Hampton. He earned a master's degree in communications with a specialization in journalism from Syracuse University and previously covered local government for The Winchester Star in northwestern Virginia. In his free time, he enjoys going to the cinema or visiting a local coffee shop.

Travelers wanting to use the new transportation center in Newport News will have to wait a few more months, as the city is now estimating that the center will be open in the fall of this year.

Transportation |
Opening of Newport News Amtrak transit hub delayed until fall

July 2, 2024 at 1:35 p.m.

Travelers wanting to use the new transportation center in Newport News will have to wait a few more months, as the city is now estimating that the center will be...

Newport News City Council on Tuesday will consider whether to nearly double its annual salaries. Legislation passed by the General Assembly in April increased the maximum allowable salaries for mayors and members of city council.

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Newport News Council to consider whether to nearly double its salaries

July 1, 2024 at 7:59 p.m.

Newport News City Council on Tuesday will consider whether to nearly double its annual salaries. Legislation passed by the General Assembly in April increased the maximum allowable salaries for mayors...

Vice Admiral Christopher “Scotty” Gray said the Navy is looking at creating 8,000 new beds for sailors in Hampton Roads. He said 1,000 to 1,500 beds would likely be in Newport News, although he noted the Navy is still working on specifics.

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Navy looking to add housing for 8,000 sailors in Hampton Roads

July 1, 2024 at 6:34 p.m.

Vice Admiral Christopher “Scotty” Gray said the Navy is looking at creating 8,000 new beds for sailors in Hampton Roads. He said 1,000 to 1,500 beds would likely be in...

A new report claims that maintaining commercial air service at the Newport News Williamsburg Airport “has proven to be financially unsustainable” and that the airport must transition to alternative, advanced forms of service if it wants to remain viable.

Transportation |
Commercial air service at Newport News airport ‘financially unsustainable,’ report says

July 3, 2024 at 2:02 p.m.

A new report claims that maintaining commercial air service at the Newport News Williamsburg Airport “has proven to be financially unsustainable” and that the airport must transition to alternative, advanced...

Dozens of community-based organizations in Hampton Roads work directly with young people to prevent gun violence. Teens with a Purpose and Hopeful Hampton are two groups that embrace a variety of strategies, including conflict intervention, mentoring, and tapping into creative outlets to help young people make better choices.

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Shots Fired: How violence intervention groups are part of the solution

June 30, 2024 at 12:30 p.m.

Dozens of community-based organizations in Hampton Roads work directly with young people to prevent gun violence. Teens with a Purpose and Hopeful Hampton are two groups that embrace a variety...

Hampton voters will elect a new mayor, three City Council members and four school board members this November.

Election |
Here’s who is on the ballot in Hampton in the November 2024 election

July 2, 2024 at 11:24 a.m.

Hampton voters will elect a new mayor, three City Council members and four school board members this November.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Tuesday that Liebherr Mining Equipment will invest $72.3 million in a plant expansion in Newport News and Hampton. It will create 175 new jobs.

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Expansion of mining equipment manufacturer to bring 175 jobs to Newport News, Hampton

July 3, 2024 at 11:08 a.m.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Tuesday that Liebherr Mining Equipment will invest $72.3 million in a plant expansion in Newport News and Hampton. It will create 175 new jobs.

A second man has died following last week’s shooting on Bagnall Road, Norfolk Police announced Wednesday.

Crime and Public Safety |
Second man dies following triple shooting last week in Norfolk

June 26, 2024 at 5:24 p.m.

A second man has died following last week’s shooting on Bagnall Road, Norfolk Police announced Wednesday.

Country singer Willie Nelson will not perform at Wednesday night's show in Virginia Beach, he announced on his official account on X.

Music and Concerts |
Willie Nelson unable to perform at Virginia Beach Outlaw music festival

June 27, 2024 at 7:16 a.m.

Country singer Willie Nelson will not perform at Wednesday night's show in Virginia Beach, he announced on his official account on X.

After 16 years in the role, Newport News Councilwoman Pat Woodbury has announced that she will not seek another term. Five candidates have filed to fill Woodbury's seat.

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Pat Woodbury to retire from Newport News City Council

June 24, 2024 at 5:55 p.m.

After 16 years in the role, Newport News Councilwoman Pat Woodbury has announced that she will not seek another term. Five candidates have filed to fill Woodbury's seat.

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