Former Roanoke congressman Caldwell Butler dies

Caldwell Butler, a five-term Republican congressman from Virginia who voted for President Richard Nixon's impeachment, has died.

Lynchburg family claims police used excessive force to detain teenager

A Lynchburg family is frustrated with what they call an "excessive use of force" by the city's police department.

Former Roanoke congressman Caldwell Butler dies

Caldwell Butler, a five-term Republican congressman from Virginia who voted for President Richard Nixon's impeachment, has died.

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Steppin Out brings thousands of people to Blacksburg — Steppin' Out brings thousands of people to Blacksburg

Blacksburg Steppin Out festival — Blacksburg Steppin' Out festival

President Obama crush — Obama: 'I had a crush on Linda Ronstadt'

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Martinsville group sews confidence with every stitch in handmade dresses

ABC agent delivers important message to student athletes and parents — ABC data shows teen drinking citations spike when school gets back

Tornado caught on camera — Caught on camera: Denver twister

Corruption trial begins for former Governor Bob McDonnell

Salem High School hopes to sell box seats for football

The Virginia Department of Forensic Science is expanding

Virginia Tech will host a fan appreciation day in August

Progress is being made on IMAX theatre in Blacksburg

Archeologists oversee digging in Botetourt County

New train depot location could help Boones Mill business

Same-sex couples could get married in Virginia by Aug 18 — Same-sex couples could get married in Virginia by Aug. 18

Lynchburg Regional Airport could be getting new tower

McDonnells federal trial gets started — McDonnells' federal trial gets started

Roanoke Catholic School gets major renovation

NATIONAL & WORLD NEWS

NCAA settlement reached over head injuries

A $75 million settlement reached between the NCAA and dozens of college athletes will change the way athletic teams handle players who suffer head injuries, the NCAA said Tuesday.
Police seek tips in FSU professor's slaying
Hamas rejects Palestinian call for cease-fire
Girl hit by plane dies from injuries
Ebola outbreak in West Africa is deadliest ever
Stuck whale-watching boat docks in Boston
MH17 investigators fail to reach crash site

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'Mad Max: Fury Road' wheels into Comic-Con

The trailer for "Mad Max: Fury Road" is out, and it's gotten a 21st-century makeover. Where the 1979 film starred Mel Gibson, this time around, Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron are at the helm.
'The Situation' gets counseling in plea deal
David Duchovny touts Russian pride in beer ad
ESPN commentator apologizes for abuse remark
New Wonder Woman draws mixed reaction

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SPORTS NEWS

NCAA settlement reached over head injuries

A $75 million settlement reached between the NCAA and dozens of college athletes will change the way athletic teams handle players who suffer head injuries, the NCAA said Tuesday.
Judge: Clippers sale can go forward
Virginia Tech plans a fan appreciation day
Stacy Searels meets Hokie fans at Roanoke Valley Sports Club
Salem softball tournament draws thousands, boosts local economy

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HEALTH NEWS

NCAA settlement reached over head injuries

A $75 million settlement reached between the NCAA and dozens of college athletes will change the way athletic teams handle players who suffer head injuries, the NCAA said Tuesday.
Ebola outbreak in West Africa is deadliest ever
Free wings for National Chicken Wing Day
Your face matters for first impressions
Medicare's outlook improves as health spending slows

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New forensic lab will enhance services, add jobs in the region

Crews are well on their way to expanding the region's forensic lab. The Virginia Department of Forensic Science held a ceremonial ground breaking for the new building Monday.
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
UPDATE: Bedford boy transformed into Spider-Man

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Scientists find 101 geysers on a Saturn moon

On the surface of one of Saturn's icy moons, scientists have discovered the possible existence of a very important, life-sustaining element: liquid water.
OkCupid set up bad dates in 'an experiment'
Yo backer launches new app
BuzzFeed fires editor for plagiarizing
Solar storm barely missed earth in 2012

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Furniture made to look (and smell) like human skin

Creepy or cool? A British artist has designed furniture that looks, feels and even smells like human skin.
Man uses bedsheets to escape from jail
Driver falls asleep, sparks fire in Oregon
Cops: Times Square Spider-Man punches officer
Man's 41 Homer Simpson tattoos set world record

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Moroccan red lentil-bean stew

cook books, cooking, recipes, food — Katia Grimmer-Laversanne/SXC

Exotic and warming, this stew will warm heart and stomach.

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Would-be online house-hunting giant has brokers scared

For sale real estate — REUTERS/Larry Downing

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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Delta to offer free entertainment on U.S. flights

Delta in-flight entertainment — From Delta

Airlines aren't known for giving away services.

But Delta Air Lines says it will offer free movies, TV shows, music and video games on all U.S. flights that are 90 minutes or more, starting Friday.

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Appeals court rejects Virginia same-sex ban

Gay marriage, brides on wedding cake — Enrique Castro-Mendivil / Reuters

A federal appeals court on Monday struck down Virginia's ban on same-sex marriage, the first such decision in a southern state and another victory for gay and lesbian couples seeking the right to legally wed.

"We recognize that same-sex marriage makes...

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Home price increases continue at slower pace

Home prices continued to rise this spring, but the pace of increase has slowed since late last year.

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Investors help the rich pay off student loans

Investors are so hungry for yield in the bond market that they're giving rich college grads money to help pay off their student loans.

Social Finance, a company that uses crowdfunding to refinance student debt, just packaged a bunch of those loans and...

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1 in 3 US adults have 'debt in collections'

1 in 3 Americans have 'debt in collections' — CNNMoney/Urban Institute

Americans have a debt problem.

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LOCAL PHOTOS

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.
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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.
PHOTOS: Wytheville train derailment

Photos from a train derailment in Wytheville on Monday, July 14. A total of 14 cars went off the track.