The Stellute Law Firm

08/10/2026

https://www.dailypress.com/2026/08/10/pedestrian-dies-west-mercury-blvd-hampton/

The man was trying to cross the eastbound lanes of West Mercury Boulevard Sunday night, police said.

08/09/2026

https://www.dailypress.com/2026/08/09/newport-news-jail-lawsuit-jaqaris-jemison/?lctg=44AD841175B2A4B9741F05C310&utm_email=44AD841175B2A4B9741F05C310&active=yesP&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=https%3a%2f%2fwww.dailypress.com%2f2026%2f08%2f09%2fnewport-news-jail-lawsuit-jaqaris-jemison%2f&utm_campaign=trib-daily_press-breaking_news-nl&utm_content=Alert

A lawsuit asserts that other inmates saw through a reflection that Jaqaris Jemison was hanging in his cell, but their cries persisted “for what felt like 45 minutes.”

08/08/2026

https://www.dailypress.com/2026/08/07/peninsula-violent-crime-drop/

Newport News and Hampton police chiefs, Steve Drew and Jimmie Wideman, both attributed the progress to community partnerships that have helped reduce violent crime.

07/17/2026

Virginia secures $2.25M settlement against former Hampton Roads landlord accused of discriminating against tenants https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/local/virginia/settlement-david-merryman-newport-news-norfolk-racist-landlord/291-a6dbb6de-0e57-4a51-974d-3d385aac9a98 https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/local/virginia/settlement-david-merryman-newport-news-norfolk-racist-landlord/291-a6dbb6de-0e57-4a51-974d-3d385aac9a98

Attorney General Jay Jones announced a $2.25M settlement against former landlord David Merryman, in prison after years of discriminatory abuse against tenants.

07/10/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BYjjYQgPg/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🚨🌊 TOMORROW IS THE DAY!🌊🚨

The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney of the City of Hampton is excited to present Commonwealth Cares Summer Splash 2026—an afternoon of FREE family fun at Buckroe Beach!

Although online registration has officially closed, don't worry…

✅ ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Come out and enjoy:

🎶 LIVE MUSIC from the incredible 2 Islands Band
🎧 A LIVE DJ keeping the party going
🚲 Raffles for BIKE GIVEAWAYS
🎒 Book Bags & School Supplies giveaways
🍔 Delicious Food Trucks (while supplies last)
🛍️ Community Vendors & Resources
🎉 Activities and fun for the entire family!

📅 Saturday, July 11
🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Buckroe Beach

Supplies are limited and giveaways are available while they last, so arrive early!

Bring your family, your lawn chairs, and your summer spirit as we come together for a day of fun, fellowship, and community.

☀️ Hampton, let's make this a day to remember!

07/09/2026

View Sidney Deon Jones's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

07/08/2026

As stated in this article, Nate Green, James City County-Williamsburg Commonwealth’s Attorney, believes
“In its review, Green said, the prosecutors’ group realized that laws barring ma*****na distribution — as well as the prohibitions on w**d possession for people under 21 — might have been accidentally repealed effective July 1 rather than a year later as intended.”

According to the top prosecutor in Williamsburg and James City County, ma*****na distribution in Virginia might be legal — a year earlier than expected

06/19/2026

06/15/2026

https://www.wavy.com/news/politics/virginia-politics/4-virginia-laws-going-into-effect-july-1-2026/

A multitude of legislations that lawmakers introduced during the General Assembly this year will go into effect next month after Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed them into law.