In recent city council elections, Rob Coleman and Tina Vick secured victories in Newport News, with Coleman defeating four challengers in the Central District and Vick winning decisively in the South District. Meanwhile, in Chesapeake, incumbent Debbie Ritter retained her seat, while newcomers Les Smith and Patricia King were elected, unseating fellow incumbent Robert Ike. In Williamsburg, incumbents Pat Dent and Barbara Ramsey, along with newcomer Ayanna Williams, are projected to win seats, with Williams focusing on affordable housing and environmental issues. Over in Moorhead, three newcomers, Nicole Mattson, Emily Moore, and Lisa Borgen, joined incumbent Sebastian McDougall on the city council, with Mattson narrowly defeating her opponent by 55 votes. Each election highlighted candidates' focus on community improvements, public safety, and housing. Pending provisional ballots and certifications, these results showcase a mix of experienced leaders and fresh perspectives across the councils.