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Even as homes fall into the sea, many still can’t resist the allure of Outer Banks dreams
Homeowners, seemingly undeterred by the challenges of the beach, fight the shifting sands of ownership in Rodanthe.
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McDonald’s is closing its CosMc’s restaurants but plans to test drinks the chain ‘inspired’
McDonald’s opened one CosMc’s location near its headquarters in Chicago and seven in Texas.
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You Don’t Say: That’s worth more than money to me
The number one thing on everyone’s minds these days seems to be money.
Crime and Public Safety
Georgetown scholar recalls terror and ‘mockery of due process’ in immigration jail
One of the lowest moments of Badar Khan Suri's two months in federal custody was being crammed onto an airplane with hundreds of other shackled prisoners. The Trump administration was trying to deport the Georgetown University scholar over statements he...
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![Teammates swarm Grassfield’s Addy Otte (6) after a free kick goal in the first half. Great Bridge faced Grassfield at Grassfield High School in Chesapeake, Virginia, on May 20, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Great Bridge at Grassfield GSOC")
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![Admirals forward Filip Fornaa Svensson (10) is shoved to the ice by Lions defender Chris Jandric (8)The Norfolk Admirals faced the Lions de Trois-Rivieres in game five of the ECHL North Division Finals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 11, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Admirals game five")
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![Trois-Rivieres goaltender Luke Cavallin (33) blocks a shot from Norfolk forward Jack O’Leary (17). The Norfolk Admirals faced the Lions de Trois-Rivieres in game three of the ECHL North Division Finals at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 8, 2025. (Billy Schuerman / The Virginian-Pilot)]( "Admirals ECHL playoffs")
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Election
In Virginia’s 100th House District, Democrats choose their fighter
Two Democrats announced plans to run for Virginia's House District 100, prompting the need for...
Sports
Hampton Roads football legend Tommy Reamon dies at 73
After a standout playing career that included a season in the NFL, Reamon spent 35...
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Larry Rubama: A year ago, Kempsville’s baseball program got shut down over racism. Now, there’s a new culture.
Last year, the Chiefs' baseball program was shut down after a lengthy investigation found that...
Restaurants, Food and Drink
How to cook the perfect steak, grill marks and all
A juicy steak is — for many — the pinnacle of grilling options.
Politics
Some states reexamine school discipline as Trump order paves go-ahead
New legislation already is trending toward giving teachers more authority to address student misbehavior.
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Today in History: May 24, Brooklyn Bridge opens to traffic
New York’s Brooklyn Bridge, at the time the world’s longest suspension bridge, opened to traffic.
Military
Pentagon lost contact with Army helicopter on flight that caused jets to nix landings at DC airport
The aborted landings on May 1 added to general unease about continued close calls.
National Politics
White House conducting massive overhaul of National Security Council, officials say
The move is expected to significantly reduce the number of staff at the NSC.
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