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April 4, 2018

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Newport News man stabbed girlfriend to death for talking to another man, warrant says

Wednesday, Apr 4

A 43-year-old Newport News man is accused of stabbing his live-in girlfriend to death with a kitchen knife after he overheard her talking on the phone with another man.

Sen. Tim Kaine kicks off campaign in Newport News

At least 100 people greeted Sen. Tim Kaine Tuesday night in Newport News as he doubled down on promises to improve everything from education to infrastructure — and to “stand up” to President Donald Trump.

Maritime chief cites concern over military supply lines

The U.S. has a shortage of 1,800 civilian mariners, calling into question the country's ability to sustain critical over-the-water supply lines in the event of a prolonged conflict, the administrator of the U.S. Maritime Industry says. Congressman Rob Wittman says the issue deserves more attention

NASA's supersonic low-boom X-plane reaches new milestone

NASA is moving forward to develop/build the low-boom supersonic aircraft it's been designing for a few years, with NASA Langley's help.

Food find | El Diablo Loco's Volcano Tacos feature layers of spice

This week's food find takes us into the kitchen of El Diablo Loco Cantina and Tequila Bar along E. Mellen Street in Hampton's Phoebus area.

Virginia Peninsula Foodbank fundraiser celebrates 25 years; farmers markets resume

Tastefully Yours is 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. April 12 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Drive in Hampton.