Why are flags at half-staff on Thursday?

A local news story from Virginia, reported by 13News Now Norfolk.

Local News · Virginia · October 21, 2026

By HeyHomees Newsroom · October 22, 2026

What we said on air

Governor Spanberger ordered Virginia flags lowered Thursday in honor of Norfolk Army Major Bianca Wilkerson, who died Sept. 18.

Local News · Virginia — Morning edition, October 22, 2026

Reported by 13News Now Norfolk, October 21, 2026. Read the full story at 13News Now Norfolk →

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