Virginia Beach developed the free hip-hop and R&B fest after plans for the annual Something in the Water festival fell through. Friday and Saturday's line-up includes local and national acts.

A year ago, Bob Aguilar missed playing in the Virginia International Tattoo after a near-death heart condition. The Portsmouth Police officer has recovered and is performing this week.

“Been Here Stay Here,” by filmmaker David Usui, centers around the town’s unique culture. The crew is raising money to hold free screenings on the island on May 10.

Lacroy “Atlas” Nixon hopes his work can get students involved in poetry and bolster a new generation of artists.

Francis was the first-ever Pope from the Jesuit order, a group of priests who focus on direct social and humanitarian work, often with a focus on the neediest.

Several Hampton Roads restaurants have joined the annual Dining Out For Life fundraiser, in which a portion of sales goes to support services at the LGBT Life Center.

Monday marks the 250th anniversary of the Gunpowder Incident, which angered colonists and pushed Virginia to rebellion. Colonial Williamsburg has a weekend of activities planned.

The tournament has hosted NBA stars like Earl “The Pearl” Monroe, Scottie Pippen and Jimmy Butler.

The cuts could imperil efforts to preserve historic documents and provide cultural education.