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Portsmouth's interim police chief holds RESET walk after double shooting

Portsmouth's interim police chief held a RESET walk in London Oaks after a double shooting. Chief Stephen Jenkins went door to door, building community relations.

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Norfolk leaders meet with New Jersey-based group to help tackle gun violence

Tuesday, Norfolk city leaders met with the New Jersey-based group Newark Community Street Team (NCST) to help cut down on crime.

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Portsmouth Police hold community walk after Maple Ave. triple homicide

Ronnie Lee, the uncle of 30-year-old Georgio Lee, one of the victims killed in the shooting, is hoping someone will come forward.

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Gov. Youngkin speaks to News 3 about finding solutions to gun violence in Hampton Roads

He also said local governments must provide opportunities for our youth to participate in positive things.

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Norfolk mayor discusses gun violence, Spirit of Norfolk fire

Other solutions Mayor Kenny Alexander proposed in April to combat the issue of gun violence include updating cameras and increasing the police presence in the city, both of which News 3 has covered as new initiatives being taken in Downtown Norfolk.

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Safe Streets Task Force fighting violent crimes, gangs in Hampton Roads

After the latest shooting on Maple Ave. in Portsmouth, News 3 sat down exclusively with Norfolk FBI Special Agent in Charge Brian Dugan to talk about the Safe Streets Task Force and what is being done to keep the public safe.

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Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney addresses recent gun violence in city

"Those who have come through this criminal legal system and my office and have sufficient evidence - we prosecute those cases," she said.

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Portsmouth Boys and Girls Club works to keep youth on the right path

The Boys and Girls Club is about to start summer camp, and as of Wednesday afternoon, there was still availability for children to join.

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Portsmouth Police debunk online rumors of planned gang violence this weekend

Authorities say it appears someone is "intentionally looking for material to post online to incite violence and fear in our community."

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Council members get update on Hampton crime trends, vote on money agenda items

After Hampton Police Chief Mark Talbot spoke, city council voted on a number of agenda items regarding money.

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