Now to City Council for final decisions. Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring planRead full article: Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring plan
No description availableSpanberger to decide fate of allowing ICE partnerships with local law enforcementRead full article: Spanberger to decide fate of allowing ICE partnerships with local law enforcement
40-year-old Nicolas Samuels, the motorcyclist who passed away, was an investigator for the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, according to officialsDanville Police Department investigating fatal vehicle crash MondayRead full article: Danville Police Department investigating fatal vehicle crash Monday
Roanoke and other localities have been waiting years for ambulances. Now they are arriving.Ambulance shortage may be in rear view mirrorRead full article: Ambulance shortage may be in rear view mirror
Highs this week resemble those we experience in JuneSizzling temps this week!Read full article: Sizzling temps this week!
No description availableE.C. Glass principal’s resignation sparks calls for transparencyRead full article: E.C. Glass principal’s resignation sparks calls for transparency
No description availableWytheville wins 2026 Great American Main Street AwardRead full article: Wytheville wins 2026 Great American Main Street Award
A man flashes a victory sign as he carries an Iranian flag in front of an anti-U.S. billboard depicting the American aircrafts into the Iranian armed forces fishing net with signs that read in Farsi: "The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, The entire Persian Gulf is our hunting ground," at the Eqelab-e-Eslami, or Islamic Revolution Square in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)The Latest: Trump vows to destroy Iranian warships that get near US blockadeRead full article: The Latest: Trump vows to destroy Iranian warships that get near US blockade
Pope Leo XIV speaks to journalists aboard his flight bound for Algiers Houari Boumdine International Airport on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the start of an 11-day apostolic journey to Africa. (Alberto Pizzoli/Pool Photo via AP)Trump says he won't apologize to Pope Leo and explains his reason for posting much-criticized memeRead full article: Trump says he won't apologize to Pope Leo and explains his reason for posting much-criticized meme
President Donald Trump speaks outside the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, April 13, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)Judge dismisses Trump’s $10B lawsuit against WSJ, Murdoch over reporting on ties to EpsteinRead full article: Judge dismisses Trump’s $10B lawsuit against WSJ, Murdoch over reporting on ties to Epstein
Photo of crews responding to the Roanoke fire on April 13.One displaced, cat rescued following Southeast Roanoke house fireRead full article: One displaced, cat rescued following Southeast Roanoke house fire
Clue ContestWin 2 Tickets to “Clue” Live on Stage at Berglund CenterRead full article: Win 2 Tickets to “Clue” Live on Stage at Berglund Center
TacoRitas Contest 2026Win 2 Tickets to Taco’Ritas 2026 at The Berglund CenterRead full article: Win 2 Tickets to Taco’Ritas 2026 at The Berglund Center
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States and Virginia, we’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the rich history of the place we call home.Patchwork 250: Share your community’s unique history for Virginia’s 250th anniversaryRead full article: Patchwork 250: Share your community’s unique history for Virginia’s 250th anniversary
WSLS Education Impact AwardWSLS Education Impact Award Nomination Page 2025-2026Read full article: WSLS Education Impact Award Nomination Page 2025-2026
Now to City Council for final decisions. Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring planRead full article: Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring plan
Wild bobcat pair released in Virginia, may become mates in futureBobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife CenterRead full article: Bobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center
FILE - A student drinks from a water fountain inside Cuyama Elementary School, Sept. 20, 2023, in New Cuyama, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, file)Iran war has some US water utilities facing a fluoride shortageRead full article: Iran war has some US water utilities facing a fluoride shortage
Blake Greier, 13, works to repair a hitch as his father, Wayne, left, helps Tuesday, March 10, 2026, in Canfield, Ohio. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers. But overcoming local opposition is toughRead full article: Hosting solar can be a lifeline for farmers. But overcoming local opposition is tough
A health worker administers a polio vaccine to a child at a school in Lahore, Pakistan, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary)Suspected militants kill police officer assigned to guard polio team as nationwide campaign beginsRead full article: Suspected militants kill police officer assigned to guard polio team as nationwide campaign begins
Harvey Weinstein appears in court for a pre-trial hearing, Thursday, March 19, 2026, in New York. (Jefferson Siegel/The New York Times via AP, Pool)Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape caseRead full article: Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case
Tom Rothman, chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, speaks during opening night and the Sony Pictures Entertainment presentation at CinemaCon on Monday, April 14, 2026, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)Tom Holland says new 'Spider-Man' is the most emotional, most mature, yetRead full article: Tom Holland says new 'Spider-Man' is the most emotional, most mature, yet
Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, visit the Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Australia Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Jonathan Brady/Pool Photo via AP)Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for a low-key, privately funded visitRead full article: Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for a low-key, privately funded visit
Virginia State Police is now investigating the incidentPolice fatally shoot armed man during domestic dispute call in ChristiansburgRead full article: Police fatally shoot armed man during domestic dispute call in Christiansburg
No description availableSalem boys lacrosse rolls over Franklin CountyRead full article: Salem boys lacrosse rolls over Franklin County
No description availableGlenvar boys soccer remains unbeaten with win over RadfordRead full article: Glenvar boys soccer remains unbeaten with win over Radford
The ban will be in effect on Monday, April 13Complete burn ban issued for City of LynchburgRead full article: Complete burn ban issued for City of Lynchburg
FILE - A person types on a computer keyboard in New York, Oct. 8, 2019. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup pollRead full article: Why some workers are embracing AI while others won't use it, according to a new Gallup poll
A rainbow Pride flag flies with an American flag at the Stonewall National Monument in New York, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)Trump administration agrees to return rainbow Pride flag to New York’s Stonewall monumentRead full article: Trump administration agrees to return rainbow Pride flag to New York’s Stonewall monument
Most crashes linked to texting, social media, or streaming while drivingStaying off your phone during Distracted Driving Awareness MonthRead full article: Staying off your phone during Distracted Driving Awareness Month
The American Red Cross’s 22nd Annual Celebration of Heroes- Help Can’t Wait event is scheduled for Thursday, April 23, at the Hotel Roanoke from 7 a.m. until 9 a.m.American Red Cross Celebration of Heroes to be held April 23 at Hotel Roanoke Read full article: American Red Cross Celebration of Heroes to be held April 23 at Hotel Roanoke
War in Iran fuels nationwide surge in gasoline pricesVirginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - April 13, 2026Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - April 13, 2026
FILE - The Greenbrier resort, established in 1778, is seen here in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., Sept. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)Greenbrier issues statement after TRT Holdings acquires resort’s loansRead full article: Greenbrier issues statement after TRT Holdings acquires resort’s loans
Looking for something egg-citing to do with the family this Easter?LIST 🐰: Easter events in Southwest, Central VirginiaRead full article: LIST 🐰: Easter events in Southwest, Central Virginia
Happy International Waffle Day!International Waffle Day: Where do you get the best waffles in Central and Southwest Virginia?Read full article: International Waffle Day: Where do you get the best waffles in Central and Southwest Virginia?
Happy National Puppy Day!National Puppy Day: Show off your pet on Pin It for a chance to appear on TV or social mediaRead full article: National Puppy Day: Show off your pet on Pin It for a chance to appear on TV or social media
March 4 is National Sons Day!PIN IT: Send us your photos for National Sons Day 💙Read full article: PIN IT: Send us your photos for National Sons Day 💙
Happy National Weatherperson's Day!QUIZ: Happy National Weatherperson’s Day! Test your knowledge with two truths and a lieRead full article: QUIZ: Happy National Weatherperson’s Day! Test your knowledge with two truths and a lie
Now to City Council for final decisions. Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring planRead full article: Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring plan
Wild bobcat pair released in Virginia, may become mates in futureBobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife CenterRead full article: Bobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center
No description availableWytheville wins 2026 Great American Main Street AwardRead full article: Wytheville wins 2026 Great American Main Street Award
No description availableSpanberger to decide fate of allowing ICE partnerships with local law enforcementRead full article: Spanberger to decide fate of allowing ICE partnerships with local law enforcement
No description availableE.C. Glass principal’s resignation sparks calls for transparencyRead full article: E.C. Glass principal’s resignation sparks calls for transparency
40-year-old Nicolas Samuels, the motorcyclist who passed away, was an investigator for the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, according to officialsDanville Police Department investigating fatal vehicle crash MondayRead full article: Danville Police Department investigating fatal vehicle crash Monday
Roanoke and other localities have been waiting years for ambulances. Now they are arriving.Ambulance shortage may be in rear view mirrorRead full article: Ambulance shortage may be in rear view mirror
Photo of crews responding to the Roanoke fire on April 13.One displaced, cat rescued following Southeast Roanoke house fireRead full article: One displaced, cat rescued following Southeast Roanoke house fire
Pope Leo XIV meets the Algerian Community in the Basilica of Our Lady of Africa in Algiers, Monday, April 13, 2026, on the first day of an 11-day apostolic journey to Africa. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)Pope Leo XIV in Algeria to walk in footsteps of his spiritual father, St. AugustineRead full article: Pope Leo XIV in Algeria to walk in footsteps of his spiritual father, St. Augustine
A person walks in front of an electronic stock board showing Japan's Nikkei index at a securities firm Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)Asian stocks gain and oil falls on hopes of renewed US-Iran talksRead full article: Asian stocks gain and oil falls on hopes of renewed US-Iran talks
Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland, speaks during the National Action Network (NAN) Convention in New York, Thursday, April 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis)Gov. Wes Moore falls short in push to redraw Maryland's congressional map to boost DemocratsRead full article: Gov. Wes Moore falls short in push to redraw Maryland's congressional map to boost Democrats
Harvey Weinstein appears in court for a pre-trial hearing, Thursday, March 19, 2026, in New York. (Jefferson Siegel/The New York Times via AP, Pool)Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape caseRead full article: Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case
FILE - Salvage crews work on recovering wreckage near the site in the Potomac River of a mid-air collision between an American Airlines jet and a Black Hawk helicopter at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Feb. 6, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)Aviation safety bill based on deadly midair collision near Washington faces a House voteRead full article: Aviation safety bill based on deadly midair collision near Washington faces a House vote
California gubernatorial candidate Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., talks with reporters after holding a town hall meeting in Sacramento, Calif., Tuesday, April 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)Race for California governor moves on after dramatic downfall of Rep. Eric SwalwellRead full article: Race for California governor moves on after dramatic downfall of Rep. Eric Swalwell
Tom Rothman, chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, speaks during opening night and the Sony Pictures Entertainment presentation at CinemaCon on Monday, April 14, 2026, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)Tom Holland says new 'Spider-Man' is the most emotional, most mature, yetRead full article: Tom Holland says new 'Spider-Man' is the most emotional, most mature, yet
A cleaner sweeps near food delivery riders gather outside restaurants waiting for online orders, in Beijing, China, Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)35 minutes agoChina’s exports grew 2.5% in March in a sharp slowdown as Iran war raises uncertaintyRead full article: China’s exports grew 2.5% in March in a sharp slowdown as Iran war raises uncertainty
Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, visit the Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Australia Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Jonathan Brady/Pool Photo via AP)Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for a low-key, privately funded visitRead full article: Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in Australia for a low-key, privately funded visit
Now to City Council for final decisions. Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring planRead full article: Roanoke Planning Commission advances housing, vape rules, Evans Spring plan
This combination of images show, from left, Phil Collins, Billy Idol, Queen Latifah, Sade and Luther Vandross. (AP Photo)Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Sade, Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan and Luther Vandross get into Rock HallRead full article: Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Sade, Oasis, Wu-Tang Clan and Luther Vandross get into Rock Hall
The Pentagon is seen from an airplane, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)Another boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean leaves 2 dead, US military saysRead full article: Another boat strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean leaves 2 dead, US military says
FILE - Mayoral pre-candidate for Rio de Janeiro, Alexandre Ramagem, campaigns as former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro stands by in Rio de Janeiro, July 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Bruna Prado, File)Former Brazilian intelligence chief was arrested by ICE, senator saysRead full article: Former Brazilian intelligence chief was arrested by ICE, senator says
Wild bobcat pair released in Virginia, may become mates in futureBobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife CenterRead full article: Bobcat pair released into wild after months at Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center
FILE - Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, is seen before the flag-draped casket bearing the remains of Hershel W. "Woody" Williams lies in honor in the U.S. Capitol, July 14, 2022, in Washington. (Tom Williams/Pool photo via AP, File)Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after bipartisan calls for expulsionRead full article: Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after bipartisan calls for expulsion
No description availableWytheville wins 2026 Great American Main Street AwardRead full article: Wytheville wins 2026 Great American Main Street Award
