Good morning, Newport News.

Andarius McClelland, a Newport News man, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for killing 18-year-old Aonesty Selby in 2023 — he is set for sentencing on Nov.

24 at 9:30 a.m.

Newport News Sheriff Gabe Morgan addressed an attempted inmate escape from a local correctional facility last week — a Class 6 felony under Virginia law — during a press conference at the Justice Building.

Seven inmates at Newport News jail are charged with a class 6 felony punishable by up to five years in prison after they used a makeshift tool to pry open their cell doors on July 2 during a lockdown— they caused disorder by throwing water and food in the day area before being taken into custody without injury.

A new Virginia law now requires every public elementary and secondary school to have a cardiac emergency response plan in place — the plan uses national guidelines and updates previous rules on defibrillator use.

The law comes after a fatal incident at Menchville High School in February 2024 and aims to boost student safety.

Newport News officials announced that starting Aug.

1 the city will enforce a law regulating short-term rental properties such as Airbnb and Vrbo—owners must secure permits, obtain business licenses, and follow safety rules. Some operators fear the new rules may force them to cancel bookings, while council leaders say the measure will help keep neighborhoods safe.

Sentara Health investigated two remote workers hired in January whose submitted photos did not match those seen during virtual meetings — the review found they performed lab orders from outside the country.

The privacy incident affected patients who received lab tests through April 10 and may have exposed names, addresses, dates of birth, medical record numbers, lab tests, and Social Security numbers, with affected individuals receiving notification letters and credit monitoring offers.

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.

Cristina Vane in Concert

9 PM - 12 AM — Tech Center Research Park — Free entry — Experience the rich musical journey of Cristina Vane, blending her diverse cultural background into a captivating performance.

Cultivating Our Panamanian Roots - Panamanian Folkloric Encounter 2025

5 PM – 1 AM — Newport News Marriott at City Center — Details to be confirmed — Celebrate the vibrant culture of Panama with traditional attire contests and performances.

Mermaid Festival

11 AM – 2 PM — Anderson's Newport News — Free entry — Dive into a fin-tastic day of fun with mermaid-themed activities and local delights.

Gospel Musical Extravaganza For The Soul

6:30-11:00 p.m. — Hub 757 — Ticketed event — Celebrate faith and community with uplifting performances and support for a new church sanctuary.