Virginia Beach Housing: The Canopy begins leasing 132 apartments and penthouses in the Hilltop district on the former Linkhorn Park Elementary site, with amenities like an infinity pool, pickleball courts, trails, and a fitness center. U.S. Open Field: Seven golfers earned final spots for the 126th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, including Bud Cauley and J.T. Poston via the OWGR and others from final qualifying. Theatre & Community: The 2026 Virginia Theatre Festival goes big with Disney’s “Newsies,” featuring a large cast with many UVA and Charlottesville connections. Drought Watch: Eastern Shore drought worsened again, with parts of Accomack and Northampton sliding into more severe status and reports of stressed crops and poor hay. Chesapeake Bay Wildlife: After the Ashland Mill Dam came down, more than 750 freshwater mussels were reintroduced upstream in the South Anna River, and a new osprey study links lower reproduction to food stress and menhaden debate. State Politics & Budget: Gov. Spanberger faces a tense budget fight with Democrats divided over data center tax incentives and vetoes as the June 30 deadline nears. Public Safety: Virginia State Police shared tips to avoid scams ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.