Good morning, Newport News.

Today, Four Oaks Day Service Center has been giving water to help unsheltered people beat the heat — street outreach supervisor Tariq Powell said his team made 14 to 15 stops and will soon get water pouches to add to the relief effort.

Two fishermen Tron Greene and Waverly Tillar saved four lives near the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel on the James River when they heard cries for help and rescued family members from a sinking boat.

On June 24, a Newport News man, 90-year-old John Casey, died in a head-on collision on NC 12 near Lela Court in Dare County when 84-year-old Joan Casey crossed into oncoming traffic—she has been charged with driving left—while other occupants were not injured.

A 17-year-old girl died Wednesday after a three-vehicle crash on Jefferson Avenue in Newport News when the Chevrolet Equinox she rode in hit two other cars—police said the 17-year-old driver was charged with DUI and faces additional charges.

Virginia will enforce new tech laws starting July 1 that protect child influencers, limit phone use in schools, punish drone trespassing near defense sites as a felony, and bar courts from relying solely on artificial intelligence—measures that aim to improve safety and fairness in the state.

Virginia Sun Bucks provides eligible families with $120 to spend on groceries this summer—families receiving SNAP, TANF, or income-based assistance get benefits automatically while others can apply online, in person, or by calling the program; benefits will be issued on a rolling basis starting next month.

Driver Improvement Course

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 cash or money order only — Complete a driving improvement class and receive your certificate the same day.

Driver Improvement Course

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Hampton Inn & Suites Newport News — $68 — Complete your driving improvement training and get certified on the same day.

Chef's Market Beach Bash

5-8 p.m. — Chef's Market Food Hall & Butcher Shop — All-you-can-eat — Enjoy live music, DJs, and vendors for a vibrant summer beach party atmosphere.

Sleigh Hunger Food Drive

9 AM – 3 PM — Habitat ReStore — Free entry — Help gather 10,000 pounds of food for families in need during this Christmas in July event.

Comedy Show at The Fort Eustis Club

8-10 p.m. — The Fort Eustis Club — $20 at the door — Enjoy an evening of laughter with an all-star lineup of comedians hosted by Team Fred.

Newport News Pokémon League Playtime

12-4 p.m. — Atomic Comics Emporium II — Free entry — Connect with fellow Pokémon fans to play, trade, and win awesome prizes.

Laughter and Dining at Chef's Market

7:30 p.m. — Chef's Market Food Hall & Butcher Shop — $40 — Enjoy a delightful evening filled with laughter across multiple courses paired with an adult beverage.