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Virginia Board of Education has focused on redesigning Virginia’s accreditation system.
Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-Virginia) and General Assembly leaders from both parties say they are talking, and expect to reach agreement on a new two-year spending plan.
Roanoke has seen a 74% decrease in the number of shootings compared to the first quarter of 2023.
Over the weekend, Roanoke County Fire and Rescue responded to multiple hiker rescue calls.
A man who was found dead in Pulaski County was shot multiple times, according to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office.
Montgomery County getting in the game by boosting sports tourism in the New River Valley.
A teacher from Bedford County has been named 2025 Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year, according to Virginia Department of Education.
Save Our Schools tells WDBJ7 they are grateful City Leaders have proposed a plan that would give the elementary schools another shot.
In a recent work session with Blacksburg Town Council, the Vice Mayor said local law enforcement initiated an effort to increase security in school zones after reviewing traffic data.
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission and the Danville Metropolitan Planning Organization are working with residents and safety personnel to create a Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan, according to the Danville Metropolitan Planning Organization.
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Michael Hightower, Jr. is in custody in Webb County, Texas, awaiting extradition to Virginia.
Police believe the driver was headed north on Burrell and crashed into a power pole, then hit at least one unoccupied vehicle.
Children's Trust encourages you to speak up, if you believe a child is at risk.
There will be breakfast, lunch and dinner specials at restaurants in and around Smith Mountain Lake.
Emotions were high as the community was not giving up on trying to save Sandusky and T.C. Miller Elementary Schools.
An Abingdon veteran’s remains from World War II were accounted for, finally giving his family full information on his identification after 83 years.
The attorney says they hope a decision on the claim will be made within 30 days, but organizers cannot control the timeline.
Henry County Sheriff’s Office stated the investigation is still continuing and they do have some leads from community members.
The Virginia Tech community gathered around the April 16th memorial on the annual Day of Remembrance.
The half-day summer program will include themed activities such as Motivation Mondays, College Tuesdays, Workforce Wednesdays, Service Thursdays, and Fun Fridays.
Five stop light intersections along East Church Street and West Main Street were recently replaced with all-way stop signs.
Ten days before the super tornado outbreak of 2011, 178 tornadoes touched down over 3 days in mid-April. Two of those tornadoes struck our area.
The Campbell County Department of Social Services is hosting a Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness Event on April 26.
First responders found the driver lying on the edge of the road.
The driver of a midsize SUV hit at least three utility poles, according to police.
The rates were last set in 2018 and the new 2024 rates reflect a $100 increase per category.
There are events happening on the campus of Virginia Tech.
Kitley is expected to miss the upcoming WNBA season while recovering from a torn ACL.
Roanoke Valley Comicon returns to Tanglewood Mall on May 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A Roanoke veteran has a new roof over his head thanks to local roofing company.
“If the projects are funded and built, I think that could have a huge impact to help people stay safe during a heatwave,” said Lim.
Governor Glenn Youngkin's proposed changes would place a 35% tax on revenue and ban the games within a 35 mile radius of a casino.
His family is concerned because Turner is a diabetic and he is without his insulin, wallet, and phone.
“Down by Downtown Festival”, presented by Freedom First, is coming to Downtown Roanoke on April 18 through April 21.
The historic building has been sitting empty for about 12 years.
The Roanoke Valley Association of Realtors, located on 4358 Starkey Road, posted statistics on homes sales in March 2024.
Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered US and Virginia flags to be flown at half-staff Tuesday to honor the 32 people killed in a shooting at Virginia Tech April 16, 2007.
No injuries were reported, according to the fire department.
Tajuan Obrian “Brian” Johnson, 37 of Lynchburg, was found shot to death in the area of 12th and Main Streets early Sunday morning.
Jarrod B. Chafin, 34, died at the scene of the crash on Interstate 77 northbound.
The driver of a truck who hit a house in Franklin County Sunday sustained minor injuries.
"Passing this resolution will help us remind our parents and guardians how important it is to keep firearms away from children.”
Average gasoline prices in Roanoke have risen 2.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.41 per gallon Monday.
The missing woman has been found safe, according to Virginia State Police.
Kenneth Turner is described as 6′4″ and 240 pounds, with gray hair. He was last reported seen wearing navy blue sweatpants.
15 of our hometown veterans returned to the National D-Day Memorial on Sunday to a warm welcome after their Honor Flight bus trip.
Police said one man was killed and another injured after a shooting on Main Street in Lynchburg.
Virginia Tech women’s basketball will retire Elizabeth Kitley’s jersey, no. 33.
One person was taken to a hospital in critical condition after a lawnmower flipped.