
High winds affecting travel across Virginia
High winds are affecting much of the commonwealth, with downed trees and signs, debris in roadways and issues with traffic signals being reported in many areas.

High winds are affecting much of the commonwealth, with downed trees and signs, debris in roadways and issues with traffic signals being reported in many areas.

The few inches of snow in the forecast could create a big headache for commuters tomorrow morning. Even though some areas of Central Virginia may only get an inch or two, the timing of the snowfall, in the height of rush hour, is cause for concern.

A winter storm warning is still active for east central, eastern, south central, and southeast portions of Virginia until 1 p.m. In addition, a blizzard warning has been issued for Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach until 1 p.m.

Virginia is among 15 states to participate in a two-day Drive to Save Lives traffic safety initiative that coincides with National Teen Driver Safety Week.

AccuWeather reports Hurricane Harvey made landfall as a major hurricane between Port Aransas and Port O’Connor, Texas early on Friday night.

The Virginia State Police is urging all motorists to put traffic safety at the top of their list of holiday priorities.

AAA projects that 39.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more away from home this Memorial Day weekend.

Pitt football coach Pat Narduzzi talks with reporters. The Panthers (4-2, 1-1 ACC) play at UVA (2-3, 1-0 ACC) on Saturday.

The northeast will be spared from Hurricane Matthew’s wrath, rain from a non-tropical system could disrupt outdoor plans on Saturday.

To ensure the Fourth of July holiday is as safe as possible, Virginia State Police will increase patrols during the long holiday weekend.
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