I-81 South “gap” in Salem to be fixed years earlier
A legislative wrap-up this morning revealed additional construction for Interstate 81 in our area. WFIR’s Ian Price has more ...
Richmond’s Mayor running to be Virginia’s next Lt. Governor
Current Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney announced this morning that he intends to run become the Commonwealth’s next Lieutenant Governor. Stoney had been running against current ...
Former VT Football player announces candidacy for Lieutenant Governor
Former Virginia Tech football player and current Virginia State Senator Aaron Rouse announced this morning that he will pursue the Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor ...
Give Roanoke officially launches at midnight
What was once "Roanoke Valley Gives," became "Give Roanoke" two years ago, but the goal remains the same - local non-profits looking to raise funds ...
Gold’s Gym North Roanoke holds event to spread awareness
Gold's Gym in North Roanoke is doing something a little different this Saturday to support those that are differently abled, WFIR's Alex Torres reports: ...
Man hospitalized after officer involved shooting in NW Roanoke
From Roanoke City Police Department: Roanoke Police were involved in an officer-involved shooting on Moorman Avenue NW. At approximately 8:05 p.m., Roanoke Police were notified ...
Double fatality in Bedford County high speed chase
Virginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash late Saturday night which resulted in two fatalities, on Route 24 at its intersection with Goodview Road ...
Celebrating volunteer first responders during Volunteer Week
We are right in the middle of National Volunteer week. Many of our communities are served by volunteer fire departments. As WFIR's Denise Allen Membreno ...
Wait ’til next year: Dawgs fall to Huntsville in semifinal series
ROANOKE, VA. – The Rail Yard Dawgs (3-3) finally ran out of that late game magic they had possessed for so much of the 2023-2024 season ...
Affordable housing for artists
The Minnesota-based non-profit, Artspace, is pleased with the number of creatives who participated their survey. As WFIR's Denise Allen Membreno reports the organization provides affordable ...
VT Prof says “Iranian issue” shifts alliances in Middle East
An apparent Israeli drone attack on a major air base early Friday morning near the central city of Isfahan activated Iranian air defenses. WFIR's Ian ...
Analyst: No “general support” for Biden or Trump
Are you feeling uninspired by your choices for President of the United States in 2024? Our political analyst tells WFIR’s Ian Price you are not ...
Excitement soars for 2024 Blue Ridge Kite Festival
A popular festival is returning to the skies of Green Hill Park, WFIR's Alex Torres has more: ...
‘National Work Zone Safety Week’ cautions commuters to drive safe...
This week is National Work Zone Awareness Week, and work zones continue to be a dangerous area for workers, WFIR's Alex Torres reports: ...
From Italy with Love, MMT’s 60th anniversary concerts, new Taubman art...
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar - With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and ...
Shakespeare play adaptation brings Italian story to Sin City
An adaptation of a controversial Shakespeare play will be on stage in Southwest Virginia, WFIR's Alex Torres has more: ...
‘Skill Games’ on the line after Youngkin sends back bill
The General Assembly will reconvene tomorrow to discuss the fate of the skill games bill, WFIR's Alex Torres has more: ...
NAACP files another FOIA lawsuit against Gov. Youngkin
The NAACP plans to sue Governor Youngkin for not responding to public records requests concerning DEI - or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - classes at ...
Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center will grow its footprint
More space for events and up to date amenities for guests - like pickleball - will move Hotel Roanoke from the design phase to construction ...
NAACP wants protections for children under 11 committing crimes
The Virginia NAACP 2024 Legislative Agenda released ahead of the reconvene session set for tomorrow includes youth justice reform that would make the minimum age ...
