Good morning, Newport News.

The Hampton Roads Workforce Council will hold its Regional Job Fair at Chesapeake Convention Center on June 17 from 10am to 3pm, and an Application Fest Tour will preview 50-60 employers from 15 localities in the weeks before the event + offering a sneak peek at hiring opportunities. Participating companies will serve as Highlighted Employers by interviewing candidates only at the fair for a fee of $150 + which covers 2 representatives and 2 lunches.

Police responded to a shooting on the 800 block of 35th Street around 3:15 p.m. Friday in Newport News where 39-year-old Barney Kittles, Jr. was taken to hospital and later died at 4:39 p.m.—no suspect information has been reported at this time.

A criminal justice reform forum was held Monday at Ivy Baptist Church in Newport News where Rep. Bobby Scott, Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi, and criminal justice advocate Kemba Smith Pradia discussed policy changes and the need for evidence-based approaches — Pradia shared her personal incarceration story and stressed reform to better support inmates.

The Newport News NAACP hosted the Voices for Justice forum that brought local and national leaders together to discuss urgent criminal justice reform.

Panelists stressed the need for fair reforms and the removal of barriers for formerly incarcerated people—an effort led by figures such as Rep. Bobby Scott and Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi.

NFL legend Michael Vick kicked off his new role as head coach at Norfolk State during Saturday's spring game at Dick Price Stadium by stepping onto the field before players arrived to set a new tone for Spartan football.

Renowned figures such as Allen Iverson + the boxing Davis brothers and Jets quarterback Tyrod Taylor attended, while quarterback Izzy Carter honored Vick by wearing his famous No. 7 jersey.

Homebuyers Seminar

5-7 p.m. — Goodrich & Watson Insurers, Inc. — Free entry — Unlock the secret to buying in today’s current market.

Salsa's Latin Dance Party

11 p.m. - 2 a.m. — Salsa's Mexican Grill — No cover — Enjoy vibrant Latin beats while you dance the night away with friends.

Do The '80s Pub Crawl

4:30-9:00 p.m. — Brickhouse Tavern — 25% OFF with code RAD25 — Relive the '80s with contests, prizes, and a night of neon nostalgia.

The Music of Star Wars

8 PM – 10 PM — Ferguson Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic music of Star Wars performed by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

Driver Improvement Course

9 AM - 5 PM — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News (Oyster Point) — Cost info not provided — Enhance driving skills and knowledge at this local improvement course.

Mahler Symphony No. 9

7:30-9 p.m. — Ferguson Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sublime and lush sounds of Mahler’s Ninth Symphony under the direction of Eric Jacobsen.

Relay For Life Peninsula VA

5-9 p.m. — Port Warwick — Donations encouraged — Celebrate and honor cancer survivors and those lost through this community-focused event by raising funds for cancer research.

Tidewater Chapter HOW Kayak Fishing Event

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Beaverdam Park — Free for veterans and first responders — Experience a day of kayak fishing with family-friendly activities and lunch included.

2025 Small Business Symposium

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center — Free entry — Explore financing options and network with local entrepreneurs and supply chain professionals.