Virginian-Pilot
When home internet access is too expensive, low-income residents turn to other resources
About 57 percent of Newport News (VA) households had broadband in 2017, according to the Census Bureau. There are a few places southeast Newport News residents can find free Wi-Fi, such as the McDonald’s. Community resources include computer labs at Ridley Place’s Family Investment Center and the Pearl Bailey Public Library on Wickham Avenue, although both have limited hours. For children who are members, Boys and Girls clubs also can provide an opportunity to get online.