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Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is going to replace Joe Whitt Jr. as the team's defensive coordinator ahead of next Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.
Quinn takes over Commanders' defensive coordinator duties, Whitt still on staff
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is going to replace Joe Whitt Jr. as the team's defensive coordinator ahead of next Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is going to replace Joe Whitt Jr. as the team's defensive coordinator ahead of next Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.
Quinn takes over Commanders' defensive coordinator duties, Whitt still on staff
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is going to replace Joe Whitt Jr. as the team's defensive coordinator ahead of next Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle shared their frustrations over the ongoing budget battles in Washington during the Hampton Roads Chamber’s 2025 Congressional Forum on Monday.
November 11, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Local businesses across Hampton Roads and North Carolina are rolling out special deals and freebies to honor veterans and active military members this Veterans Day. https://wtkr3.co/4oT1dbT 
November 11, 2025 at 4:55 PM
The Virginia Department of Health has banned the harvesting of shellfish in parts of Broad Bay due to a recent sewage leak. https://wtkr3.co/4hOOYdk
November 11, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A woman was found shot dead inside a home on Warwick Boulevard early Tuesday morning, according to Newport News police.

Newport News police say the incident "appears to be domestic in nature."
Woman found shot dead inside home on Warwick Boulevard: NNPD
A woman died after officers found her shot inside a home early Tuesday morning, according to Newport News police.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Today's top stories: Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine explains his vote in favor of the funding package to end the government shutdown; Veterans Day deals/events across Hampton Roads; more information on the deadly crash on I-64.
Deadly I-64 crash update, Veterans Day events, Senate approves funding package: Sunrise Brief
A breakdown of today's top stories, weather, traffic and what we're talking about on News 3 This Morning.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein's co-conspirator, is preparing to request a commutation of her 20-year prison sentence from President Donald Trump, according to a whistleblower who contacted House Democrats. https://wtkr3.co/4hVH0PZ 
November 11, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Hormone-based drugs used to treat hot flashes and other menopause symptoms will no longer carry a bold warning label about stroke, heart attack, dementia and other serious risks, the Food and Drug Administration announced Monday.
FDA will remove serious risk warning label from hormone-based menopause drugs
Hormone-based drugs used to treat hot flashes and other menopause symptoms will no longer carry a bold warning label about stroke, heart attack, dementia and other serious risks, the FDA announced.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:58 AM
A woman has been arrested and charged in the shooting death of a man on East Olney Road last month, Norfolk police said Monday. https://wtkr3.co/4hSDOnV 
November 11, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Monday marks a major milestone in American military history as the U.S. Marine Corps celebrates its 250th birthday and events honoring Marines past and present are planned across several states.
A brief history of the US Marine Corps as branch marks its 250th birthday
Monday marks a major milestone in American military history as the U.S. Marine Corps celebrates its 250th birthday and events honoring Marines past and present are planned across several states.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:21 AM
A 21-year-old siamang at the Virginia Zoo passed away on Oct. 31, the Virginia Zoo said Monday.

The Virginia Zoo said Bali saw a "rapid decline in his energy and activity levels" the day before his death, prompting an emergency veterinary examination. He then passed away overnight.
Virginia Zoo mourns loss of 21-year-old siamang Bali
A 21-year-old siamang at the Virginia Zoo passed away on Oct. 31, the Virginia Zoo said Monday in a press release.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:32 PM
That's five in a row for Washington, but who's counting. 👀 https://wtkr3.co/4nPe8u2 
November 10, 2025 at 10:26 PM
On Sunday mornings, the line starts early at Connect Church's food pantry.

News 3 spoke with a nine-year church member who says initiatives like these are crucial for the neighborhood.
'It’s all a blessing' | Families find food and faith at Connect Church
Every Sunday, Connect Church opens its food pantry for all in need. While funding for SNAP benefits hang in the balance, the church is seeing more people than ever.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Nauticus is competing against a display in northern California called the "Imaginarium," and Albuquerque's "River of Lights." 🚢🎄

The episode airs on Dec. 18! https://wtkr3.co/4qQoL2l 
November 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Bundle up, folks! It's going to be a freeeeezing night. 🥶🧤🧥

Full forecast at wtkr.com/weather
November 10, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
Supreme Court rejects call to overturn its decision legalizing same-sex marriage
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:54 PM
A driver in a sedan lost control of their vehicle while entering I-64 from Indian River Road Monday morning and hit a tractor trailer, which caused the trailer to collide with the jersey wall and catch fire. https://wtkr3.co/4nGAhKJ 
November 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
The Senate voted 60-40 to advance the tentative deal to end the government shutdown, with most Republicans and several Democrats, including Sen. Tim Kaine, in favor. Some Democrats, such as Sen. Mark Warner, remained in opposition.

Full story: https://wtkr3.co/3JPcA53 
November 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Any active duty military member or veteran will be able to enjoy a free entree from the menu at both Kill Devil Grill and South of Kill Devil Grill on Veterans Day.

OBX eateries honor heroes with free Veterans Day meals
It's no secret that Kill Devil Grill is a staple in the Outer Banks. Almost a year ago, South of Kill Devil Grill opened in Nags Head. Both restaurants will be offering free meals for Veterans Day.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
A new immersive art experience combining music, visual art and technology has launched in Virginia Beach, offering visitors a unique way to engage with local creative work.
New music, art and tech experience in VB: "A Short Story by Intalek"
"This is a new way of digesting music, digesting art. So I say just have an open mind have a spirit of wanting to get into some sort of innovation."
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November 10, 2025 at 4:01 AM
A deal to end the longest government shutdown in history was led by Sens. Angus King, Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan — all of whom previously served as governors — now providing enough Democratic caucus members in support of the plan to move it forward. https://wtkr3.co/3LvCWd6 
November 10, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Virginia Beach has revolutionized emergency response by putting doctors directly alongside paramedics on 911 calls, bringing hospital-level care to residents' front doors.
Virginia Beach doctors bring emergency care directly to residents' homes
Virginia Beach has revolutionized emergency response by putting doctors directly alongside paramedics on 911 calls, bringing hospital-level care to residents' front doors.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Looking for a name for your future baby? BabyCenter has released its ranking of the most popular names for newborns in 2025.
The top baby names for 2025 mirror last year's top choices, but there are some new and notable ones
Looking for a name for your future baby? BabyCenter has released its ranking of the most popular names for newborns in 2025.
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November 9, 2025 at 3:59 PM
This promotion by the Virginia Zoo will continue "until further notice" as the government shutdown continues.

Read more: https://wtkr3.co/43jK7uU 
November 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM