WHRO Reports Podcast
1) Genetic testing reveals shrimp fraud among Outer Banks restaurants
Many Outer Banks restaurants claim to serve American wild-caught shrimp. But new DNA testing reveals what’s actually on their plates.
2) South Korean manufacturer plans to build a $689 million complex in Chesapeake
The new complex will create more than 430 jobs and produce components essential for power grids, electric motors and advanced weapons systems.
South Korean manufacturer plans to build a $689 million complex in Chesapeake
00:52 | Dec 19th, 2025
3) Gun violence in Virginia is mainly concentrated in just a few cities — including those in Hampton Roads, a new report shows
Gun violence affects residents, local schools and the economy.
4) Suffolk punts on 497-unit Riversbend rezoning until February
Residents who oppose the project say it will worsen traffic and overburden schools.
5) Suffolk punts on 497-unit Riversbend rezoning until February
Residents who oppose the project say it will worsen traffic and overburden schools.
6) After 25 years in Newport News, women’s substance use treatment program reopens updated site
Substance use disorders remain a leading cause of preventable illness and death in Virginia. Local providers are working to expand treatment options.
7) Williamsburg approves $1 million to continue downtown library design
The city expects to have the maximum price for the project once this phase of design is completed.
8) Williamsburg to review off-campus rental certification program draft in January
Changes made after meetings with residents and landlords; majority don’t feel the program will do what the city intends.
Williamsburg to review off-campus rental certification program draft in January
00:47 | Dec 12th, 2025
9) A virtual line, rapid scans and same-day results: Chesapeake Regional opens new outpatient facility
Residents in southern Chesapeake and northeastern North Carolina now have a closer option for urgent care and advanced imaging.
10) After a man vandalized a Norfolk mosque, neighbors helped clean up.
Police are asking the public to help identity him.