Civil rights attorney Ben Crump secured a $779.3 million wrongful death verdict for the family of Lewis Butler, marking one of the largest negligent-security awards in...
Congresswoman Maxine Waters received the National Council of Negro Women’s highest honor, the Uncommon Height Crystal Stair Award, recognizing her decades of unwavering leadership, civil rights...
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia is transforming a former Chesapeake retail space into a new Teen Center, launching its bold “Campaign to Great...
At Norfolk State University’s Wilder Center, sparks flew as Abigail Spanberger and Winsome Earle-Sears faced off in a heated Virginia governor’s debate. With fiery exchanges over...
New Norfolk State coach Michael Vick—making his Peninsula return—saw the Spartans squander a big early lead as Hampton rallied for a 41-34 victory in front of...
Authorities say Charlie Kirk’s killer was not from the “radical left” but a 22-year-old white man, Tyler Robinson, raising fresh concerns about political violence, campus security,...
Booker T. Washington High School celebrated the dedication of its new turf field with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring school and city leaders, before hosting a dramatic...
The New Journal and Guide celebrates its 125th anniversary by honoring community members at its 11th Annual Impacting Lives Ceremony on November 8, 2025, at the...
As technology prices climb in 2025—from gaming consoles to cloud services—families and businesses face new financial pressures. Delegate Cliff Hayes Jr. shares strategies to manage costs...
The 42nd Annual Norfolk Jazz Festival drew a record-breaking sold-out crowd to Town Point Park, where fans enjoyed performances by Boney James, Brian Culbertson, and other...
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.
