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Forecast

We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Saturday.

FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Ophelia brings tropical rainfall & gusty winds

Updated: 3 hours ago

By Meteorologist Bradford Ambrose

We've issued a First Alert Weather Day for Saturday.

Safety

Police in search of endangered Vinton woman

Updated: 8 hours ago

By Kaitlyn Dillon

The Vinton Police is in search of a missing Vinton woman last reported seen at her home on Monday, September 18.

News

One person was trapped in a truck after a single-car accident according to the...

Firefighters rescue person trapped in truck after single-car accident

Updated: 10 hours ago

By Tynisha Jackson

One person was trapped in a truck after a single-car accident according to the Brookville-Timberlake Volunteer Fire Department’s Facebook page.

Weather News

Ophelia will throw wind and rain our way.

A list of Saturday events canceled or postponed due to weather

Updated: 12 hours ago

By Patsy Montesinos

This weekend’s weather is impacting some of the local events.

Sports

FFE Week 4 Player of the Week: Tanner Evans, Christiansburg

Updated: 21 hours ago

By Anthony Romano

The senior ran 21 times for 242 yards and five touchdowns against Cave Spring.

Friday Football Extra

Friday Football Extra: Week 5 Highlights

Updated: 21 hours ago

By WDBJ7 Staff

Recaps from week five matchups from our area.

Safety

Roanoke Police Department receives more than 100 recommendations to improve public safety operations

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Isabella Ledonne

The Center for Public Safety Management completed its assessment of RPD to optimize law enforcement resources.

Health

Virginia Department of Health investigates diarrheal illness complaints from Blue Ridge Rock Festival attendees

Updated: 24 hours ago

By Isabella Ledonne

BRRF organizers posted another statement on social media citing weather concerns for the cancelation.

Business News

Goodwill Grocery Store set to open in Northwest Roanoke City.

First Goodwill Grocery store in the country will open in Roanoke

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:20 PM EDT

By Patsy Montesinos

The organization plans to open a first-of-its-kind Goodwill grocery store on Melrose Avenue.

Crime

Man faces charges in Bedford Co. for crimes against children

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT

By Kaitlyn Dillon

A 23-year-old man has been arrested on Friday after an investigation regarding crimes against children.

Local Radar

Schools

Roanoke County teacher asked to remove “All are safe in VA” sticker from office

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:06 PM EDT

By Patsy Montesinos

This comes after Roanoke County Public School Board passed a new classroom display policy in July.

Community

Touch-A-Truck is back Saturday

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:58 PM EDT

By Amaiya Howard

Touch-A-Truck is back at Green Hill Park on Saturday for the first time since 2019.

Consumer

Amazon Prime Video will soon come with ads, or a $2.99 monthly charge to dodge them

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:56 PM EDT

By The Associated Press and MICHELLE CHAPMAN

Amazon said limited advertisements will be aired during shows and movies starting early next year so that it can “continue investing in compelling content and keep increasing that investment over a long period of time.”

Fire

Botetourt Fire & EMS trains to battle fires

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT

By Amaiya Howard

Botetourt Fire & E-M-S are training to make sure they are well prepared to battle structure fires.

Health

UVA Health researchers studying effects of space travel on the body

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:49 PM EDT

By Leanna Scachetti

In addition to microgravity, astronauts will also deal with radiation, stress and the effects of sterile food.

Weather News

Appalachian Power prepping for tropical storm

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:34 PM EDT

By Pat Thomas

The storm is not expected to pose a significant utility threat to Appalachian Power’s Virginia service territory, according to the utility.

Entertainment

Brewery holding Oktoberfest next week

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:10 PM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

There will be beer, food, vendors, music, a best-dressed contest and prizes.

Entertainment

Halloween-themed mystery events headed to Virginia

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:54 PM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

Solve a murder mystery for Halloween.

Entertainment

Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival is this weekend

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:43 PM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

The Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival is September 23 and 24.

Schools

Lynchburg organizations partner to offer free job training for youth in need

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:26 PM EDT

By Makayla Shelton

The community gathered for a ribbon cutting Friday morning to celebrate the partnership between the Lynchburg Community Action Group and Old Dominion Job Corps.

Recreation

What should you expect at Roanoke Go Outside Festival?

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:18 PM EDT

By Natalie Faunce

How you can explore some fun outdoor activities during Roanoke GO Outside Festival.

Here @ Home

Sheriff looks at Roanoke’s campaign to end violence

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:13 PM EDT

By Natalie Faunce

Why city leaders launched Ceasefire, Victory in the Valley and how the community can help stop the shootings.

Lottery

Retired Marine wins $150k in Powerball drawing

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 3:43 PM EDT

By Pat Thomas

“I hit them all but one!"

Weather News

First responders from our hometowns mobilized for effects of Ophelia

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 3:16 PM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

Virginia emergency crews are at the ready to deal with effects of Tropical Storm Ophelia.

Military

Veteran resource event in Java canceled due to weather forecast

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:37 PM EDT

By Makayla Shelton

Free transportation is provided for veterans to and from the event.

Accident

Halifax County crash leaves one dead, two injured

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:34 PM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

Virginia State Police are investigating the crash and say charges are pending.

Crime

Police release new photo of man wanted for double fatal shooting

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:07 PM EDT

By Pat Thomas

Edward L. Denoyer, 25 of Roanoke is wanted. Denoyer has an active warrant for Second-Degree Murder.

Entertainment

Festival Latino of Southern Virginia postponed due to weather forecast

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:34 PM EDT

By Makayla Shelton

The free event will include Central and South American food vendors, live music, and local organizations.

Weather News

Governor declares Virginia state of emergency ahead of potential tropical storm

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:27 PM EDT

By Pat Thomas

The Virginia Emergency Support Team will activate for this incident.

Safety

Lord Botetourt High School lockdown lifted

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:10 PM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

The lockdown began at 12:30 p.m. Friday following a report of a possible threat.

Science

WATCH: NASA readies to receive asteroid rock sample

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:25 PM EDT

By Leanna Scachetti

We're speaking with a planetary scientist about the arrival of NASA's first asteroid sample returning to Earth.

Crime

Man arrested for Hershberger Road shooting

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:11 PM EDT

By Justin Geary

26-year-old Marquest Hairston of Roanoke turned himself in to police Thursday without incident.

Recalls

More than 250,000 children’s books recalled

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 12:03 PM EDT

By Debra Worley

More than 250,000 board books are being recalled for a potential choking hazard to young children.

Crime

LPD investigating potential swatting call

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 11:43 AM EDT

By Justin Geary

Lynchburg police are investigating a hostage situation reported Wednesday as a swatting call.

Crime

Police serve warrant on Hillcrest Avenue in Lynchburg

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:58 AM EDT

By WDBJ7 Staff

Lynchburg Police were gathered along Hillcrest Avenue with a tactical team Friday morning.

Investigation

Whereabouts of missing Franklin County family still a mystery

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:02 AM EDT

By Pat Thomas

A missing mother and three children from Franklin County are still being sought, according to the sheriff’s office.

Consumer

Apple again issues ‘important security updates’ for iPhone

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 8:41 AM EDT

By Gray News staff

The security flaws “may have been actively exploited."

Mornin'

MORNIN’ MOTIVATIONS: The importance of celebrating birthdays, no matter your age

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:21 AM EDT

By Kimberly McBroom

Relationships matter tremendously and we are given the annual opportunity to celebrate together

Education

US education chief considers new ways to discourage college admissions preference for kids of alumni

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:47 AM EDT

By The Associated Press and COLLIN BINKLEY and CAROLE FELDMAN

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said legacy admissions must be revisited for the sake of diversity on campuses following the recent Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.

Education