Poquoson, VA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Flood Watch, and an isolated tornado risk continue today

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect for Hampton Roads until 9 p.m. tonight, layered on top of a Flood Watch running into tomorrow. The Storm Prediction Center has the region under a Level 2 of 5 "Slight Risk" for severe weather today, with the strongest storms expected between 5 and 10 p.m. as clusters capable of producing damaging winds - and even an isolated tornado - move through during the evening commute. Stay weather aware this afternoon and evening, especially if traveling or spending time outdoors.

Plenty of clouds with a heavy afternoon thunderstorm - high near 84-85°F, feeling closer to 93° in the humidity

Thunderstorms are likely today, and a few could turn severe; any storm can bring downpours, damaging winds, and an isolated tornado can't be ruled out. Highs reach 84 to 85°F, with the RealFeel climbing to about 93°. Winds run southwest around 10 to 20 mph, gusting to 29, and rain is essentially a lock at 99%. Tonight brings more thunderstorms, with a few again capable of turning severe and locally heavy downpours possible, especially late; 1 to 2 inches of rain is expected. Lows settle near 72-73°F (RealFeel 73°), with west-southwest winds 8 to 15 mph, gusting to 13, and rain chances staying near 99%.

Poquoson officer DiSanto's case remains headed to grand jury; no hearing date announced yet

The felony case against Poquoson Police Officer Michael DiSanto, a 20-year veteran of the department, continues toward a grand jury after last Thursday's preliminary hearing in York County General District Court certified four felony counts - two counts of abduction by force or intimidation and two counts of use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Accompanying misdemeanor charges were dismissed (nolle prossed). DiSanto, on unpaid administrative leave since May, is accused of holding a 17-year-old driver and adult neighbor Russell Vogt at gunpoint after the teen's truck struck DiSanto's parked cruiser outside his Yorktown home on April 19. A grand jury date had not been publicly announced as of Wednesday morning, and DiSanto remains barred from his own home under an active protective order.

Two days left to register for Virginia's August 4 primary - deadline is Friday, July 24

Virginians have until Friday, July 24 to register to vote and cast a regular ballot in the August 4 primary election; that same date is also the deadline to request a mailed absentee ballot. Early in-person voting continues on weekdays and remaining weekends through Saturday, August 1. After the July 24 deadline, voters can still register and vote through same-day registration, casting a provisional ballot in person at an early voting location or at their polling place on Election Day.

City of Poquoson still seeking volunteers for three board vacancies - Library Advisory, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Colonial Behavioral Health

The City of Poquoson continues to accept applications for open seats on three city boards: the Library Advisory Board (Western and Central precincts), the Board of Zoning Appeals (Western precinct), and the Colonial Behavioral Health Board (At-Large seat). Colonial Behavioral Health is the regional Community Services Board serving Poquoson, James City County, Williamsburg, and York County, supporting those affected by mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. Interested U.S. citizens registered to vote in Poquoson can apply via the City's Board Bank Application online.