Norfolk State University hosted a live, televised debate between incumbent U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine and Republican challenger Hung Cao on October 2. The candidates addressed key...
The city of Portsmouth honored State Senator L. Louise Lucas by renaming a street near the casino she championed. A ceremony on September 28 celebrated her...
Ambassador Bismarck Myrick, a Portsmouth native and retired U.S. diplomat, passed on September 29, 2024. His distinguished career spanned military service, ambassadorships in Africa, and teaching...
Emmy-nominated actor John Amos, known for his iconic roles in Good Times and Roots, has passed away at the age of 84. Amos leaves behind a...
The only vice presidential debate of the 2024 election between JD Vance and Tim Walz began with civility but quickly escalated into heated clashes over Donald...
The Fire Inside delivers a powerful portrayal of Claressa Shields' rise from a young girl in Flint to an Olympic boxing champion. With standout performances and...
The Jay Pharoah 2024 Fine Arts Scholarship Ball honored three Chesapeake high school students with $5,000 scholarships each, recognizing their achievements in the arts. The event...
The 2024 election is pivotal, with Trump threatening to push the U.S. toward authoritarianism. His Project 2025 plan includes dismantling democracy, gutting DEI programs, and eroding...
The Congressional Gold Medal was awarded to the pioneering "Hidden Figures"—Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Christine Darden—for their groundbreaking contributions to NASA and the...
A new study highlights that Black women in the U.S. face higher breast cancer mortality rates compared to white women across all subtypes, stressing the urgent...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
