Virginia state trooper airlifted to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital after crash

A Virginia state trooper living in Franklin County is in surgery after a single-vehicle crash on Tuesday night.

Ramp from I-64 to I-81, and lane of I-81 to be closed Wednesday night

The ramp from Interstate 64 East to Interstate 81 North will be closed starting at 8 p.m. Wednesday. The ramp is located at I-64 Exit 56, and Exit 191 on I-81. The detour could be in place until 7 a.m. Thursday.

Virginia state trooper airlifted to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital after crash

A Virginia state trooper living in Franklin County is in surgery after a single-vehicle crash on Tuesday night.

Man killed in Bedford County officer-involved shooting

The incident began Tuesday night when the suspect allegedly broke into a Moneta home and held a woman at gunpoint while she was home alone showering. The incident ended after a deputy shot the suspect following a vehicle chase, according…

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Hitchhiking robot in Canada — Robot hitchhiking its way across Canada

Oak Ridge laboratory Southern accent class — Tenn. lab nixes 'Lose Your Southern Accent' class

Women nearly run over train — 2 women nearly run over by freight train

BaconFest brings chef-created bacon treats

Danville folks Stuff the Bus to help Boys and Girls Club — Danville folks 'Stuff the Bus' to help Boys and Girls Club

Haley Toyota dealership being built along Orange Avenue

The sights and sounds of the Summer Music Games in Salem

Roanoke County Salem Jail

Accused Roanoke County shooter may have been intoxicated

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Former 6th District Congressman Caldwell Butler dies

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Domestic violence: Next in gun-control fight

The scene is intense: A man is ferociously knocking on a door while a woman inside the house calls 911, saying that her ex is trying to break in.
WikiLeaks breaks gag order
Obama set to lambast Republicans over lawsuit
In Gaza, 'humanitarian window' shuts fast
What is Ebola and why does it kill?
Will latest sanctions on Russia work?
Landslides trap 150 people or more in India

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R. Kelly concert appearance canceled

An R. Kelly concert appearance in Columbus, Ohio, has been canceled after protests.
Paramount apologizes for 9/11 'TMNT' poster
'Sharknado 2' set to take TV by storm
Festival brings bacon treats to downtown Roanoke
Celebs step into Israel-Gaza PR minefield

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ESPN suspends Stephen A. Smith

ESPN on Tuesday announced a one-week suspension for one of its most controversial commentators, Stephen A. Smith, in the wake of his widely-criticized remarks about domestic abuse that referred to possible "provocation" by victims.
UPDATE: David Wilson reportedly leaves Giants practice early with "neck burner"
New Orleans Saints chowing down at The Greenbrier
NASCAR suspends Hamlin crew chief, Floyd native Grubb six races
FIFA asks Italy to investigate allegations of racism

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What is Ebola and why does it kill?

It began with a just a handful of cases in Guinea in March. But it spread quickly to two other countries and is now the deadliest outbreak of Ebola virus on record.
At least 1,201 people in Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia have been infected by what i...
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Festival brings bacon treats to downtown Roanoke
Ebola doctor in Sierra Leone dies
Surgeon general issues skin cancer warning

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Steppin' Out brings tourists, business to downtown Blacksburg

Come Friday and Saturday, thousands will be "Steppin' Out" to downtown Blacksburg.
New forensic lab will enhance services, add jobs in the region
Salem softball tournament draws thousands, boosts local economy
Window film company partners with schools to create certificate program
Virginia Tech student-trainer donates scholarship to honor his dad

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WikiLeaks breaks gag order

They were warned not to share it, but share it they did.
Facebook to shut down Gifts service
AT&T strikes deal with Netflix to boost streaming speeds
Digital Duomo: Florence by smartphone
Facebook: Get Messenger or else

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Man wins 2 $1 million jackpots in 3 months

An Indiana man beats the odds twice in three months, winning two $1 million lottery jackpots.
Couple wants to change middle names to 'Seamonster'
Furniture made to look (and smell) like human skin
Man uses bedsheets to escape from jail
Driver falls asleep, sparks fire in Oregon

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Lemon-caper chicken on capellini

This quick dish will have you entertaining in no time.

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Would-be online house-hunting giant has brokers scared

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The two biggest names in online house hunting -- Zillow and Trulia -- may be teaming up, a pairing that is making some real estate brokers nervous.

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Dog passes out with joy when owner returns

A dog is so happy when its owner returns from two years in Europe that it passes out in joy.

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Travel + Leisure names world's best cities

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Thailand's recent political troubles may have worked in Japan's favor when it came to this year's Travel + Leisure awards, with Kyoto knocking Bangkok off its spot at the top of the magazine's world's best cities list.

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Sick leave policies pick up steam

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Biviana Lagunas must skip class or her part-time job when her 4-year-old germ-magnet brother Derik is running a fever, because their mother has no paid time off.

That could change, because the San Diego city council was one of two cities -- the other ...

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LOCAL PHOTOS

PHOTOS: Summer Music Games 2014

The 28th annual Summer Music Games took place Tuesday, July 29, at the Salem Football Stadium. Drum and bugle corps from across the United States attended the event.
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PHOTOS: FloydFest 13 Revolutionary

Thousands came out to FloydFest to enjoy a variety of musical acts. This year's headlining artists include: Lauryn Hill, Ziggy Marley and Buddy Guy. FloydFest takes place July 23-27. This is the festival's 13th year.
PHOTOS: Wish for Liam

Six-year-old Liam went through super hero training Friday. He patrolled the streets and restored order and safety to the city. Liam's wish was to be Spider-Man for a day. The Make-A-Wish Foundation made that possible. In years to come, people can look back and say they knew Spider-Liam.
PHOTOS: Car crashes into Roanoke deli

Two people were hurt Friday morning
PHOTOS: Ethan's new walker

Quality Auto Paint and Body made adjustments to Ethan's walker. The auto shop repainted it, put his name on it, added handlebar grips and made a bag for his iPad. Barbara Mosely sent these pictures to us.