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Court

Roanoke Fire EMS implements safety measures

Charges certified against suspects who stole Roanoke City ambulances

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
Roanoke Fire EMS says in both cases, the ambulances were recovered within 15 minutes.

Crime

Waffle House on Wards Rd.

“I can’t imagine, it’s terrifying!” Lynchburg Mayor responds to Waffle House shooting

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Leila Mitchell
Mayor Reed is speaking out against the violence, calling for unity and action to prevent such tragedies from happening again.

Target 7

Berglund Center Contaminated Pretzels

Target 7: Berglund Center concession pretzel ‘mistakenly’ sprayed with chemical cleaner

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Isabella Ledonne
The Virginia Occupational Safety and Health program received a complaint about it and opened an investigation.

Unsolved Virginia

Richard Palmer

Police searching for answers in Richard Palmer homicide

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Sophia Borrelli
On April 22, 2003, a Floyd County man and his dog were shot and killed.

Safety

The 85-year-old Wasena Bridge, a local landmark, has officially closed.

Wasena Bridge closure prompts detours and concerns for pedestrian safety

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
The 85-year-old Wasena Bridge, a local landmark, has officially closed as a new one will built.

News

A gold shovel ceremony was held Monday at Heritage Park in Blacksburg.

Local organization donates 100 new trees to Huckleberry Trail

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Annabelle Kinney
The Blacksburg Breakfast Lions Club donates 100 trees to Huckleberry Trail in the New River Valley.

Sports

Brendan Pepe wins SPHL Defenseman of the Year

Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs’ Brendan Pepe named SPHL Defenseman of the Year

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Leslie Johnson
Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs’ Brendan Pepe named SPHL Defenseman of the Year

Environment

Davey Steward (middle) is joined by volunteers for his "Green Team" with Star City Compost at...

Star City Compost spends hours during marathon collecting waste for Earth Day

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Lindsey Cook
Earth Day is celebrated on Monday this year, but Downtown Roanoke started their green efforts early thanks to Star City Compost.

Local

Roanoke Valley participates in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Roanoke Valley set to participate in DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Leslie Johnson
Roanoke Valley participates in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Safety

CDC announces new tool, HeatRisk Dashboard to protect Americans from heat

CDC announces HeatRisk Dashboard to protect Americans from heat

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Leslie Johnson
CDC announces new tool, HeatRisk Dashboard to protect Americans from heat
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Local Radar

Local

Gas pump

Gas prices down by two cents in Roanoke

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Leslie Johnson
Gas prices down by two cents in Roanoke

Accident

Bedford Motorcycle Crash

Two dead after pursuit ends in crash in Bedford County

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Two people were killed after a crash involving a stolen motorcycle, authorities said. The crash happened late Friday night near the intersection of Rt. 24 and Goodview Rd. in Bedford County.

Schools

Former and current students celebrated at the Roanoke County elementary school

W.E. Cundiff Elementary students and alumni celebrate school’s 50th anniversary

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 10:26 PM EDT
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By Isabella Ledonne
It was a day of celebration before major renovations happen later this summer.

Environment

Earth Day

EARTH DAY 2024: How to live more sustainably in Southwest Virginia

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 9:05 PM EDT
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By Meteorologist Payton Major
In Roanoke alone, over 37,000 tons of trash are sent to a landfill each year. This Earth Day and beyond, consider making a few small changes to support the environment.

Schools

Judy and Justin Blevins, the grandmother and father of Laken Blevins, speak out on her alleged...

“Mawmaw, I thought I was going to die.” Family of student hospitalized during alleged assault speaks out

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 8:39 PM EDT
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By Lindsey Cook
A local elementary school student had to be flown to hospital, after her family says she was brutally attacked at school.

Court

Tyrus Miller

Galax man to stand trial for April 2023 shooting

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 4:51 PM EDT
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By Leslie Johnson
A Galax man’s trial begins on Monday for charges in connection to an April 2023 shooting.

Community

Special Olympics Virginia Logo.

Roanoke College to host Little Feet Meet

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 1:17 PM EDT
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By Leslie Johnson
Roanoke College will host the Little Feet Meet Special Olympics for K-12 athletes on April 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Crime

Police lights and crime tape generic

Man suffers from non-life-threatening injury after shooting in Roanoke

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 10:58 AM EDT
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By Sophia Borrelli
Details about the shooting are limited and no arrests have been made at this time.

Crime

Lynchburg Mayor responds to Waffle House shooting

Updated: Apr. 21, 2024 at 8:00 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Police say the person believed to be the shooter left the scene in what may be a black Nissan sedan, and is being sought.

Fire

Firefighters say it happened in the 1300 block of Bedford Avenue

Man hospitalized after Lynchburg house fire

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 9:19 PM EDT
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By Isabella Ledonne
The fire broke out at a home in the 1300 block of Bedford Avenue.

Recreation

Runners in the 2024 annual Blue Ridge Marathon take off on Jefferson St. as the begin the race.

Thousands swarm Downtown Roanoke for annual Blue Ridge Marathon

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 5:32 PM EDT
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By Lindsey Cook
Thousands of people came out to run in the Star City Saturday morning for the annual Blue Ridge Marathon and there were just as many supporters to encourage all the runners.

Accident

Hershberger crash

Person hospitalized after Roanoke motorcycle crash

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 3:54 PM EDT
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By Leslie Johnson and Kaitlyn Dillon
One person is hospitalized with serious injuries after a Saturday motorcycle crash in Roanoke.

Accident

Boonsboro Crash

Boonsboro man unharmed after rollover crash

Updated: Apr. 20, 2024 at 12:43 PM EDT
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By Leslie Johnson
A Boonsboro man was unharmed after a Friday rollover crash.

Sports

Huntsville vs. Dawgs

Rail Yard Dawgs hold on to force semifinal game 3 against Havoc, 5-4

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 11:40 PM EDT
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By Brittany Morgan
The Havoc scored four unanswered goals in the second and third periods.

Crime

LPD will increase police presence this weekend.

Lynchburg Police Department to increase downtown presence

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 9:21 PM EDT
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By Amaiya Howard
Starting April 20th, residents can expect to see more law enforcement in the downtown area.

Development

Roanoke College to host groundbreaking ceremony for Science Center construction

Roanoke College to host groundbreaking ceremony for Science Center construction

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 9:09 PM EDT
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By Leslie Johnson
Roanoke College is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony on the first phase of the Science Center construction on April 20 at 4:00 p.m.

Health

Relay for Life at Virginia Tech raised 150-thousand dollars this year towards helping cancer...

Relay for Life at Virginia Tech raises money for cancer research and patients

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 7:36 PM EDT
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By Lindsey Cook
Relay for Life at Virginia Tech raised $150,000 this year towards helping cancer patients.

Your Vote Virginia

Candidates lining up for 2025 statewide elections

Candidates lining up support for 2025 statewide races

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 6:45 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
We won’t elect a new Governor until 2025, but candidates are now lining up support and laying the foundation for a successful campaign.

Community

Don't Count Me Out Basketball Tournament

Martinsville woman starts peer support group to help others dealing with grief

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 5:22 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
After a tragic loss, she is turning her pain into inspiration to help others going through the same thing.

7@four

Down by Downtown

Freedom First “Down by Downtown Festival” happening through April 21

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 5:17 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Down by Downtown Live

Crime

This firearm was detected by TSA officers at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport security...

Man stopped from taking handgun past security at Roanoke airport

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 2:54 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
TSA says the 9mm gun was loaded with 15 bullets, including one in the chamber.

Safety

Missing 88-year-old man found safe

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 2:26 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Roland Lee Moore has been found safe, according to Virginia State Police.

Crime

Mugshot of Michael Hightower, Botetourt County fugitive captured after fleeing to Mexico

Law enforcement partnerships played “crucial role” in capture of Botetourt fugitive

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 1:28 PM EDT
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By Leila Mitchell and WDBJ7 Staff
Sheriff Ward spoke about capturing suspect Michael Hightower, Jr., who was wanted for attacking a minor.

Entertainment

ROANOKE CITY VIEW

Lots going on in Roanoke this weekend

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 12:45 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
A variety of events is lined up to keep you busy.

Crime

Operation Shockwave leads to prosecution of 47 defendants

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 11:18 AM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Operation Shockwave conducted by several law enforcement agencies led to the prosecution of 47 defendants, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

Accident

Toledo police lights

Woman killed in Fairystone Park Highway crash

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 7:19 AM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
No information has been released about the condition of the driver, who was flown to a hospital.

Health

WDBJ7 talked with United Healthcare about what minority groups can do to protect their health.

National Minority Health Month brings awareness to health disparities

Updated: Apr. 19, 2024 at 6:37 AM EDT
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By Tynisha Jackson
WDBJ7 talked with United Healthcare about what those groups can do to protect their health.

Fire

Fire burns duplex on Marshall Terrace in Danville

Children and adults displaced by Danville duplex fire

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 10:54 PM EDT
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Firefighters rescued a pet hamster from an upstairs bedroom.

Good News

Seven veterans from Warm Hearth Village were presented with a Quilt of Valor

“I just felt it was time.” Veterans honored with Quilts of Valor

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 9:35 PM EDT
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By Amaiya Howard
Seven veterans from Warm Hearth Village were presented with a Quilt of Valor

Business News

The future of skill games could figure in continuing negotiations on the state budget.

Future of skill games could figure in state budget negotiations

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 8:31 PM EDT
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By Joe Dashiell
Members of the State Senate rejected Governor Youngkin's amendments to the skill games legislation, and lawmakers say the issue could figure in continuing negotiations on the state budget.

History

Historical Marker

Lexington unveils historical markers honoring African American history

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 6:56 PM EDT
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By Patsy Montesinos
“We needed to give more respect to the history of the black community and make sure it’s recognized and celebrated,” explained Alexander.

College

Youngkin laughs with Hokie bird as he signs NIL bill into law.

Youngkin signs legislation allowing college athletes to be compensated

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 5:51 PM EDT
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By Annabelle Kinney
Youngkin signs NIL bill with Commonwealth colleges by his side.

Environment

Son of Oak Tree

VIR’s Son of Oak Tree continues to grow and carry legacy of its famous ancestor

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 5:33 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
The 100-foot-tall, 200-year-old tree became a staple to the track with one of the corners even being named Oak Tree turn.

Business News

Employees at a Bubba's 33 restaurant

New Valley View restaurant looking to hire 200 people

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 5:06 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
The restaurant is scheduled to open in mid-May.

Court

Alleghany County man gets prison time for sex offense against minors

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 4:43 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Jon Pieter Vanbreemen was accused of traveling from Covington to White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, to engage in sexual activity with two girls.

Development

Riverfront Park

Lynchburg holds groundbreaking ceremony at Riverfront Park

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 4:13 PM EDT
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By Leila Mitchell
The celebration comes as construction starts on a new amphitheater.

Good News

911 dispatcher helps deliver baby

911 dispatcher helps couple deliver baby over the phone

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 3:20 PM EDT
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By Makayla Shelton
In less than three minutes into the call, she heard music to her ears that brought tears to her eyes.

Education

(L-R): Dr. Bernard Bragen, Jr. (MCPS Superintendent), Dr. Lisa Coons (Virginia Superintendent...

Blacksburg teacher named 2025 Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 2:54 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
“Mrs. Carrier provides hands-on opportunities for students to learn about exciting futures in agriculture and welding.”

Crime

Centra Health

Centra creates initiative to combat human trafficking

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 1:36 PM EDT
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By Pat Thomas
Centra Health has announced an initiative aimed at addressing human trafficking within central and southern Virginia.

Target 7

Gray renews Investigate TV+ for second season

Updated: Apr. 18, 2024 at 1:24 PM EDT
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By InvestigateTV Staff
“We are excited about our show’s momentum and the phenomenal feedback from our viewers proves that the stories we are telling are truly making an impact,”
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