As anyone who has driven through Norfolk during a strong rain and a high tide knows, the complications of living in a coastal community in the age of increasing sea level rise is not some far-off problem: it's a regular reality. … [Read more...]
Big Wins for the Marijuana Movement in Virginia This Year
"Victories are on the horizon!" announced a triumphant email from Virginia NORML. "Through the persistent effort of citizen advocacy, the Virginia General Assembly passed two powerful marijuana reform bills in this legislative session that are now headed to Governor McAuliffe for his signature." … [Read more...]
50 Things to Check Out at Norfolk Public Libraries
The library is a community's public treasure trove, and we have some gems in ours here in Norfolk. … [Read more...]
This is the Face of the Trump Administration in Hampton Roads
This is Congressman Scott Taylor, who represents the 2nd District of Virginia, which includes Virginia Beach, the Eastern Shore, and parts of Norfolk and Hampton. According to 538, Scott Taylor has voted in support of the policies of Donald Trump 100% of the time. … [Read more...]
Change the Democrats — and GOP — from the Grassroots Up
There is a certain school of thought -- professed by many people that I like and respect -- that the American system is so far gone that the only option is to tear it all down and start over from scratch. … [Read more...]
Lt. Governor of Virginia Calls for Decriminalization of Marijuana
Virginia Lieutenant Governor Ralph Northam -- who hopes to be the next governor of Virginia -- publicly announced his support for the decriminalization of marijuana in Virginia. … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Engage Norfolk
Want to turn your energy into action? Engage Norfolk is here to help. … [Read more...]
Mad about Betsy DeVos? Here’s What to Do Next
Two things to remember about Betsy DeVos, our new, woefully unprepared Secretary of Education: … [Read more...]
For the Good of Norfolk, Please Go Away Already, Anthony Burfoot
Oh, Anthony. You claim to love Norfolk, but this isn't love. … [Read more...]
Democrats in Virginia: The Resistance Starts Today
First things first: If you are a Democrat living within this map, stop what you are doing and go vote. Right now. Go. We'll wait. … [Read more...]
You’re Invited: Let State Senator Lynwood Lewis Know How You Feel at Open Town Hall
Much has been made of the national election of Donald Trump, but your local and state elected officials impact your life just as much, if not more than the top office in the land. … [Read more...]
Sunset Yoga in the Sky in Downtown Norfolk
It's a bird... it's a plane.... no, it's a yogi in the sky. … [Read more...]
Naughty by Norfolk: Top Local Talent Returns Tonight at Work Release
They found their voices in Norfolk/VB and set off to attain success in places like Nashville, L.A., and Berlin. Kayce Laine, Berk Visual, and Lil Internet are making waves in some of the biggest cities in the world, just like they used to do here, and just like they will be again tonight at Work | Release. … [Read more...]
Gahdamn: Congrats to D.R.A.M. on the Grammy Nomination
Hampton's D.R.A.M. has been making America feel it in their toes with "Broccoli," which hit No. 1 on the Hot Rap Songs Chart. … [Read more...]
Juicy News: Fruitive Coming to Norfolk as Part of The Main
One of the most healthy, ethical, and tasty businesses is Hampton Roads is coming to Norfolk to be part of The Main. … [Read more...]
Roll Call: What Broken-Hearted America Does Next Will Define the Legacy of Our Generation
Don't hide your tears. Don't try to stop them. Let them flow out so we can move forward unburdened. … [Read more...]
With God We Alienate: Institutional Spiritual Bias in the City of Chesapeake
Earlier this week the Chesapeake city council made a decision that I find to be deeply un-American, and deeply offensive. … [Read more...]
Norfolk Weighs Next Steps on Marijuana Decrim Issue
No, the issue is not dead. … [Read more...]
EVMS Professor: Medical Marijuana Linked to an Increase in People Getting GEDs
Could medical marijuana laws lead to an increase in people getting GEDs? An assistant professor at Eastern Virginia Medical School says they do. … [Read more...]
You’re Invited: Stop By Norfolk City Council to Lobby for Marijuana Reform
At some point in the next two weeks or so the Norfolk City Council will decide on its legislative agenda for the 2017 session in Richmond. It is our hope that they include marijuana reform, as suggested by Councilman Paul Riddick. … [Read more...]