Toby Cox
Business & Growth ReporterToby is WHRO's business and growth reporter. She got her start in journalism at The Central Virginian newspaper in her hometown of Louisa, VA. Before joining WHRO's newsroom in 2025, she covered climate and sea-level rise in Charleston, SC at The Post and Courier. Her previous work can also be found in National Geographic, NPR, Summerhouse DC, The Revealer and others. The best way to reach her is at toby.cox@whro.org or 757-748-1282.
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The Faith in Housing bill – also called Yes In God’s Backyard – would allow faith groups to build housing on their tax-exempt property without rezoning. -
Several Norfolk businesses are showing support for the ODU community with free tickets, classes and meals through the weekend. -
A cold winter caused people to use more energy than usual. -
Months of frustration over the rollout of the school’s digital transformation plan led to the vote. -
Coal and technology link China to the region, the report’s lead author says. -
Officials say a survey, which closes March 31, will shape regional priorities. -
Microtransit can make public transportation more convenient, officials say. -
Advocates and researchers say that housing vouchers give people the "illusion of choice." -
Officials say the coalition will signal to European carriers Hampton Roads is ready to play ball. -
Officials say the project will increase local housing supply while honoring the site’s historical significance.
