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Norfolk State receives record $50M gift from MacKenzie Scott
Nov 14, 2025

Norfolk State receives record $50M gift from MacKenzie Scott

Norfolk State University announced Thursday that philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $50 million to the university.

Harbor Group International buys Virginia Beach apartments for $86M
Nov 10, 2025

Harbor Group International buys Virginia Beach apartments for $86M

Harbor Group International announced that it has acquired a 480-unit garden-style apartment complex in Virginia Beach for $86 million.

Norfolk’s long-awaited temporary casino opens Friday
Nov 6, 2025

Norfolk’s long-awaited temporary casino opens Friday

Norfolk’s first casino experience opens Friday inside a temporary gaming hall, a predecessor to the future $750 million resort.

A rendering of the Norfolk casino floor. Image courtesy Boyd Gaming
Oct 29, 2025

Developers of $750M Norfolk casino secure license to operate

The Virginia Lottery Board has approved a license for Norfolk’s $750 million casino, clearing the way for a temporary gaming hall to open.

New York Attorney General Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud case pushed by Trump
Oct 24, 2025

New York Attorney General Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud case pushed by Trump

New York AG Letitia James faces mortgage fraud charges in Norfolk, Virginia, amid claims of political retaliation by Trump officials.

NICOLE NEWSOME | Chief strategy and growth officer, Qantm Creative
Oct 14, 2025

Qantm Creative taps new CEO

Norfolk-based marketing agency Qantm Creative announced Tuesday that it has appointed Nicole Newsome as its new CEO.

Norfolk Casino hires six new leaders
Oct 13, 2025

Norfolk Casino hires six new leaders

Boyd Gaming and the Pamunkey Indian Tribe on Monday announced that they hired new senior leaders to guide operations of the Norfolk Casino.

New York AG Letitia James charged with mortgage fraud over Norfolk home
Oct 9, 2025

New York AG Letitia James charged with mortgage fraud over Norfolk home

New York AG Letitia James was indicted on mortgage fraud after Trump pushed DOJ to pursue charges against his political foes.

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Oct 8, 2025

Hampton Roads too reliant on federal dollars, economists warn

Economists warn that the Hampton Roads region is overly reliant on federal spending and is at risk in the event of future cuts.

A rendering of Colonna’s Shipyard’s latest investment, a new $70 million drydock currently under construction. Image courtesy Colonna's Shipyard
Oct 3, 2025

Colonna’s Shipyard invests $79M to build 4th drydock

Norfolk-based Colonna’s Shipyard announced Friday that it has invested $70 million to acquire its fourth drydock.

Carnival, Norwegian cruise lines to boost Norfolk calls
Sep 19, 2025

Carnival, Norwegian cruise lines to boost Norfolk calls

Carnival Cruise Line announced this week that one of its popular ships, the Carnival Freedom, will make its homeport in Norfolk next year.

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Sep 15, 2025

ODU hires new VP for national security initiatives

Old Dominion University announced last week that it has named Marty Irvine Jr. as its inaugural associate vice president for National Security Initiatives/

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