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Virginia Beach News September 21, 2026

If AI Is the New Language of Power, Then NAN Wants Black Communities Fluent

National Action Network is launching an AI education initiative designed to help Black and Brown communities gain practical skills and participate in the economic opportunities being shaped by artificial intelligence.
#ArtificialIntelligence, #AI, #AIEducation, #BlackCommunities, #BlackTech, #TechnologyAccess, #EconomicEmpowerment, #NationalActionNetwork, #AlSharpton, #BlackPress
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Virginia Beach News September 3, 2026

African-American Studies Cannot Be Erased

Marc Morial argues that African-American Studies remains essential to understanding America’s history, confronting systemic racism and preparing future leaders to protect democracy.
#AfricanAmericanStudies #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMatters #HigherEducation #AfricanAmericanHistory #BlackLeadership #Education #MarcMorial #SystemicRacism #BlackPress
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Virginia Beach News August 25, 2026

What the Data Say: Trump’s Disdain for the Military

A compilation of reported comments by President Donald Trump about service members, veterans and military sacrifice raises questions about his relationship with the U.S. military.
#DonaldTrump #USMilitary #MilitaryFamilies #Veterans #MilitaryVeterans #MilitaryMentalHealth #USSAbrahamLincoln #VeteransAffairs #MilitaryNews #MiddleEast
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Virginia Beach News August 6, 2026

NAACP Applauds Spanberger’s Voting Rights Restoration

The NAACP Virginia State Conference praised Governor Abigail Spanberger after her administration restored voting rights to more than 66,000 Virginians. The move comes as voters prepare to decide a constitutional amendment that would make rights restoration automatic for eligible citizens.
#VotingRights #VirginiaPolitics #NAACP #AbigailSpanberger #CivilRights #VirginiaElection #RestoreTheVote #Democracy #VirginiaNews #Election2026
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Virginia Beach News July 27, 2026

Part Two: “I’m Not Afraid To Stand Up For What’s Right.” – An Interview with Elaine Luria

Former Congresswoman Elaine Luria reflects on witnessing the January 6 Capitol attack, her work on the January 6 Select Committee, veterans legislation, and why she is seeking a return to Congress representing Virginia’s Second District. #ElaineLuria #VirginiaPolitics #VA02 #January6 #Veterans #PACTAct #Congress #VotingRights #HamptonRoads #Election2026
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Virginia Beach News July 16, 2026

Norfolk Grant Helps First Baptist Church Create “Community Quilt”

Historic First Baptist Church partnered with the City of Norfolk and local quilters to create a 6-by-6-foot Community Juneteenth Quilt celebrating unity, history, and the enduring power of community collaboration.
#Juneteenth, #FreedomDay, #NorfolkVA, #CommunityQuilt, #BlackHistory, #BlackExcellence, #HistoricFirstBaptist, #CommunityUnity, #VirginiaEvents, #JuneteenthCelebration
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Virginia Beach News July 8, 2026

Part One: “I’m Not Afraid To Stand Up For What’s Right.” – An Interview with Elaine Luria

Former Congresswoman Elaine Luria reflects on her military service, public leadership, and decision to seek another term representing Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District in this first installment of an exclusive interview.
#ElaineLuria #VA02 #VirginiaPolitics #HamptonRoads #Election2026 #Congress #WomenVeterans #Leadership #USNavy #NorfolkVA #PublicService #PoliticalInterview #VirginiaNews #Democracy #NJG
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Virginia Beach News June 25, 2026

A Festival Weekend In Norfolk

Thousands gathered at Norfolk’s waterfront as Juneteenth celebrations merged with the 50th Annual Norfolk Harborfest® and Sail250® Virginia, featuring music, maritime history, fireworks, Black art, and educational exhibits highlighting the region’s rich cultural heritage.
#NorfolkHarborfest #Juneteenth #Sail250Virginia #NorfolkVA #TownPointPark #BlackHistory #HamptonRoads #PattiLaBelle #MaritimeHistory #BlackCulture
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Virginia Beach News June 11, 2026

Call Him Norfolk Dr. Mayor & Interim President Alexander

Norfolk Mayor Dr. Kenny Alexander is balancing public service and higher education leadership as interim president of Richard Bland College. With decades of experience in government, education, and business, Alexander is helping guide the institution’s strategic vision while continuing to serve the City of Norfolk.
#KennyAlexander #RichardBlandCollege #NorfolkVA #HigherEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #VirginiaPolitics #EducationLeadership #HamptonRoads #CommunityColleges #BlackLeadership #VirginiaEducation #NorfolkMayor #StudentSuccess #EconomicDevelopment #LeadershipMatters
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Virginia Beach News May 23, 2026

Digital Download: Truth in the Digital Age

Delegate Cliff Hayes examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping public trust, warning that digital literacy, verified sources, and transparency are critical to protecting truth in the modern information age.
#ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalLiteracy #AI #Misinformation #TruthInMedia #TechNews #AIethics #DigitalTrust #MediaLiteracy #CliffHayes #InformationAge #TrustedSources #TechnologyAndSociety #FutureOfMedia
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