The ride is a family-friendly event that asks its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph.

On Wednesday, cyclists from all over the New River Valley gathered in Radford for the 16th Annual Ride of Silence, a slow-paced, silent ride to honor cyclists who have been hurt or killed while riding on public roadways.

Silent bike rides in Radford honor those who have been injured or lost their lives while cycling.

Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.