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Homebuyers face growing challenges as affordability declines

Homebuyers today are putting down 15% on average, holding steady in percentage terms but falling in dollar amounts. This decline reflects a mix of rising home prices, increased use of government-backed loans, and more buyers opting for cheaper homes. Nearly one-third of home purchases are now made in all cash, skewing the numbers.

3 UNC Athletes Finish as National Runners-Up at NCAA Track & Field Championships

Three UNC athletes finished as the national runners-up in their respective events at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships.

Average down payment for DC-area homebuyers is now 10%

The median down payment of homebuyers nationally fell in April for the first time in two years, and in the D.C. area it’s lower than the national average.

Federal judge to consider revival of Virginia Beach election lawsuit

Judge Raymond Jackson rescinded his previous dismissal of the Holloway v. City of Virginia Beach case and plans to issue an opinion later this week.

The Music Beat: Beach Boy Brian Wilson left a lasting mark on American music

UVA pop culture expert Jack Hamilton says the 1960s music icon merged different genres into his unique style, taking rock and pop in new directions.

Down payments are getting smaller as buyers scoop up FHA, VA loans

While home prices rose 1.4% year over year in April, home-price growth has slowed and is contributing to lower down payments.

Virginia Beach will vote on filling borrow pit with dredged material on Tuesday

The council deferred a vote on the matter last month after neighbors and environmental groups expressed concerns about flooding, water contamination and wildlife.

10 questions that Tuesday’s primaries will answer

Democrats hold a statewide primary Tuesday to pick nominees for lieutenant governor and attorney general. Virginia also has 17 House of Delegates primaries (nine Democratic, eight Republicans)

Youngkin heads to Europe, primary day preview, Minn. lawmaker shooting update: Sunrise Brief

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin is leading an economic trade mission to Europe — specifically, in Paris and London.

Virginia Primary Preview: 10 House of Delegates contests to watch Tuesday

With early voting already underway and primary day set for Tuesday, Virginia’s House of Delegates races are shaping up to be a revealing test of party identity, grassroots energy, and electoral ambition.

Gov. Youngkin announces expansion of Acoustical Sheetmetal Company in Virginia Beach

Governor Glenn Youngkin is in Virginia Beach Friday afternoon to make a "special announcement" about economic development.

Celebrations and protests as parade marks Army's 250th anniversary

Thousands gathered in Washington, D.C., Saturday to honor the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, sparking patriotic cheers and political protests.

'No Kings' protests kick off in Hampton Roads Saturday

On Saturday, cities across the country — including several in Hampton Roads — held "No Kings Day" demonstrations.

Virginia Beach United shuts out Patuxent, improves to 5-1-2 in Chesapeake Division

Luis Edmondson, Micah Wayland and Juan Valiente scored for VBU in a home victory. Lionsbridge FC scored late to earn a draw.

'No Kings' protests begin across the US on June 14: Live updates

The"No Kings" protests are planned to oppose what they see as Trump's power grab. The number of planned events is nearly double that of the April 5 "Hands Off" protest that saw millions of Americans turn out in big and small cities nationwide.

2 face murder charges in beating that led to death of U.S. Marine outside bar in Bellflower

Damari Kensey, 21, of Long Beach and Jaymel Williams, 28, of Inglewood could face life in state prison if convicted.

Youngkin to deploy National Guard for weekend’s ‘No Kings’ protests

Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s statement comes ahead of 2,000 protests planned against the Trump administration across the country. It is unclear where National Guard troops will be staged.

This Virginia Airbnb With a Lazy River Is Like Having Your Own Waterpark

Float your cares away at this spacious Airbnb, featuring its own pool, hot tub, and lazy river.

Father’s Day: A look at the Founding Fathers dads

There were 56 men that signed the Declaration of Independence and are considered to be the Founding Fathers of the United States. Today we’re going to talk about some of their fathers. If George Washington was the father of our country, his dad was the grandfather of our country.

Glenn Youngkin has called out the National Guard for Saturday No Kings Day protests

Gov. Glenn Youngkin confirmed Friday that he has ordered the Virginia National Guard to be available to stage at No Kings Day protests.

Miyares leans in on law-and-order message ahead of 2025 election

As he seeks a second term, Virginia’s attorney general backs President Donald Trump’s response to unrest in Los Angeles, touts crackdown on crime and corporate abuse but says his top

Stoney points to predecessor as Richmond water crisis seeps into LG race

Former Mayor Levar Stoney, running for lieutenant governor now, has pinned the blame on the city's January water crisis on his predecessor, Dwight Jones.

RV dealership family homestead near CCV’s James River Course listed at $5M

The nearly 10,000-square-foot house in Goochland's Randolph Square neighborhood has a putting green, a golf simulator in the pool house and a home theater.

Former VBPD officer found not guilty of sexual assault on duty, abduction

Former Virginia Beach police officer Sean Fearon was found not guilty of abduction and sexual penetration with an object while on duty by a jury Thursday.

Virginia Beach’s newest economic development director has resigned

VIRGINIA BEACH — Christian Green, the city’s newest economic development director, has resigned after less than five months on the job.

Ex-Virginia Beach police officer acquitted of charges accusing him of assaulting woman while on duty

Sean Fearon was acquitted of charges accusing him of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman after she was involved in a car accident last year. The officer resigned after he was charged.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

3 Virginia Beach high school students accused of racial harassment sue principal for defamation

Three white students were suspended after they gave a Black friend fried chicken for his birthday. Their lawsuit claims the principal knew it was a joke among friends, and that the student

Flood mitigation project stalled in Back Bay area of VB

A first-of-its-kind project for the East Coast and the state of Virginia designed to help mitigate flooding in the South Eastern part of Virginia Beach has stalled.

Review: Take the leap and expect loud laughs from ‘Ripcord’ in Virginia Beach

Ripcord,” now showing at Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, is ready to test your nerves, credulity and tolerance for loud laughter, reviewer Page Laws writes.

Virginia Beach woman quizzed on new Fox reality game show ‘Greg Gutfeld’s What Did I Miss?’

Allegra Milisitz of Virginia was kept in isolation — no TV, laptop or phone — and made to guess about world events on the new Fox Nation reality show “Greg Gutfeld’s What Did I

UVA Librarians Share Their Must-Read Books for Summer

Anyone who loves libraries and historical fiction should read “The Personal Librarian.” Belle da Costa Greene’s story is remarkable and inspiring, and I was hooked from the first page. Thank you to UVA alumna Eileen Burgwyn for the recommendation!

Hampton Roads listeners mourn loss of two longtime, popular radio personalities

Mark McKay was a DJ and program director on 97.3 The Eagle. Jeff Moreau spent decades on air at 101.3 2WD, FM99, and the former 97 Star.

Commentary: We must unite in defense of America the beautiful

Charleston conservationists and authors talk about how conservation has often been a bipartisan endeavor in America but fear President Trump threatens that