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News

Dickens of a Christmas continues for its second week with the annual City of Roanoke Christmas...

City of Roanoke Christmas Parade happening Friday night

Updated: 37 minutes ago
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By Tynisha Jackson
Dickens of a Christmas continues for its second week with the annual City of Roanoke Christmas Parade.

News

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin unveiled childcare plan during briefing Thursday in Richmond.

Gov. Youngkin unveils plan to expand childcare and early learning in Virginia

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Joe Dashiell
A new proposal from Gov. Glenn Youngkin promises more help for parents struggling to find affordable childcare and early learning opportunities for their children.

News

Roanoke Valley Veterans Council hosted state lawmakers during forum Thursday night

Roanoke Valley Veterans Council hosts lawmakers during annual forum

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Joe Dashiell
Thursday night, the Roanoke Valley Veterans Council, the Association of the United States Army and American Legion Post 3 held their annual legislative forum in Salem.

Investigation

Animals are now being seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo after a search warrant was served...

Animals seized from Natural Bridge Zoo during investigation

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Amaiya Howard
Animals are now being seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo after a search warrant was served there on Wednesday.

Crime

Person of Interest in Roanoke Tire Slashings

Roanoke police release image of person of interest in tire slashings

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Police have released an image of a man suspected of slashing the tires on more than two dozen vehicles in southeast Roanoke.

Weather News

Pets and Cold Weather

Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Problems dogs can face with the winter season

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Meteorologist Catherine Maxwell and Meteorologist Payton Major
We want the best for our pets, but it can be hard for them to communicate clearly to us to let us know when it’s just too cold.

Safety

Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office to replace body cameras

Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office receives grant to purchase new and improved body cameras

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Makayla Shelton
The new cameras have a wide-angle lens, so officers won’t have to manually move the camera.

Crime

Dominique Morgan mugshot

North Carolina murder suspect arrested in Lynchburg

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Dominique Morgan, 33 of Lynchburg, was arrested Friday during a traffic stop in the 1200 block of Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg Police said.

Crime

Polito is believed to be the shooter responsible for killing  three people at UNLV.

Suspect in Las Vegas university shooting graduated from Radford University

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas, FOX5 Staff and WITN Web Team
TV station KVVU in Las Vegas reports the suspect, killed in a shootout with police, has been identified as 67-year-old Anthony Polito.

Holiday

Volunteers pack thousands of Rockbridge Christmas Boxes

Volunteers needed to pack Rockbridge Christmas Baskets

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By WDBJ7 Staff
Rockbridge Christmas Baskets provides boxes of food and toys to families in need in Rockbridge County, Lexington, and Buena Vista.
Local Radar
Local Radar

Crime

Alex Rios mugshot

Roanoke Police make arrest in double July homicide

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
Alex Rios, 52, is charged with two counts of First-Degree Murder.

Safety

Jennifer Ammen, missing from Virginia

Virginia woman listed as “critically missing”

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
Newport News Police are looking for Jennifer Katherine Ammen, who is white, 39 years old, 5′ 7″ and 125 pounds, with brown eyes and blonde hair.

Crime

AG Releases Ceasefire Virginia Teaser Video

Attorney General releases teaser video for Operation Ceasefire program

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
The video is designed to be part of a digital campaign “reaching young people who may be considering gang or violent criminal activity, through YouTube and social media targeting.”

Court

Qunzell Payne mugshot

West Virginia man pleads guilty to Wythe County drug charges

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Pat Thomas
Qunzell Payne was sentenced to 25 years in the Virginia Department of Corrections with 13 years suspended.

Crime

Officer-Involved Shooting in Roanoke

Documents unveil new details in Roanoke homicide linked to officer-involved shooting

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Patsy Montesinos
Law enforcement checked through a window where they saw a man lying on the ground in the basement surrounded by blood.

Accident

Police Lights Generic

Pedestrian seriously injured in Wythe County crash

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Justin Geary
The crash occurred at 10 p.m. on Lead Mine Road.

Recreation

Concord Elementary is looking to raise $25,000 for the project.

Concord Elementary principal running in Boston Marathon in effort to implement new Cycle Kids program

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 6:56 AM EST
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By Tynisha Jackson
Concord Elementary is looking to raise $25,000 for the project.

Crime

Generic image of text that reads "FOUND SAFE" over a missing person poster.

AMBER Alert canceled; Virginia teen located

Updated: Dec. 7, 2023 at 2:33 AM EST
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By Pat Thomas
Virginia State Police canceled an Amber Alert issued Wednesday night for a 17-year-old in Bloxom, on Virginia’s eastern shore.

Law

Marijuana

Another attempt to pass marijuana legislation expected in Richmond

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 7:31 PM EST
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By Joe Dashiell
Legislation creating a legal market for marijuana will be back before the General Assembly next year, but the prospects of winning approval in 2024 remain hazy.

Good News

Princeton woman competing in national “Greatest Baker” contest

Princeton woman competing in national “Greatest Baker” contest

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 7:09 PM EST
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By Clayton McChesney
This time of year, many people like to show off their baking skills.

Crime

Roanoke Police Department

Roanoke Police Department recovering as wounded officer goes home from hospital

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 7:05 PM EST
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By Isabella Ledonne
Officer Lauren Camper was critically injured when a homicide suspect shot her Sunday.

Fire

No Injuries Reported in Rail Car Fire

Train car fire ruled accidental

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 7:01 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
Fire crews say the extended amount of time it took to put the fire out was due to the location of the rail car and its distance from water supply.

Investigation

The Virginia State Police assisted the Office of the Attorney General with issuing a search...

Criminal investigation underway at Natural Bridge Zoo for claims of animal cruelty

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 6:10 PM EST
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By Amaiya Howard
The Virginia State Police assisted the Office of the Attorney General with issuing a search warrant at the Natural Bridge Zoo.

Weather News

Day 3 of Winter Weather Preparedness Week

Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Winterizing your home and caring for pets in cold weather

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 6:10 PM EST
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By Meteorologist Payton Major and Meteorologist Catherine Maxwell
It’s Winter Weather Preparedness Week. All week, our team of meteorologists will have important tips and reminders to make sure you’re ready for whatever winter brings. Today, we’re focusing on getting your home ready for the winter, and how you can make sure your pets are safe in cold weather.

Hometown Jobs

People Incorporated

Hometown Jobs: People Incorporated helps with workforce development in New River Valley

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 5:13 PM EST
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By Sophia Borrelli
The services are very individualized for each person’s needs.

Crime

Dale Ave tires slashed

More than two dozen car tires slashed on Dale Ave

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 5:10 PM EST
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By Makayla Shelton
Roanoke Police say at least 24 vehicles were damaged, but that the number keeps growing as more calls come in.

Court

Jody Kern mugshot from 2015.

Man sentenced to prison for trying to kill sheriff’s deputies

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 4:51 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
“This case is a perfect example of how a routine traffic stop can turn deadly for our law enforcement officers."

Health

On Wednesday, LewisGale Hospital Pulaski celebrated 50 years of healthcare service to the...

Pulaski hospital celebrates 50 years of servicing the community

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 4:13 PM EST
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By Annabelle Kinney and Lindsey Cook
On Wednesday, one of our hometown hospitals celebrated 50 years of healthcare service to the community.

Holiday

The Salvation Army red kettle.

Volunteers needed for Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 3:37 PM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The goal is to collect $293,000 this season.

Weather News

Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Snow types and measuring snow

Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Snow types and measuring snow

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 2:50 PM EST
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By Meteorologist Payton Major
It’s Winter Weather Preparedness Week. All week, our team of meteorologists will have important tips and reminders to make sure you’re ready for whatever winter brings us. Today, we’re focusing on types of snow and how you can measure snow accumulation right in your backyard.

Crime

Details Revealed About Police Shooting, Earlier Homicide

Roanoke Police Chief identifies officer shot in the line of duty and victim of previous homicide

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 2:05 PM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The officer, identified as Lauren Camper, is recovering after undergoing surgery.

Entertainment

Christiansburg resident Garry Moore will appear on Wheel of Fortune

Christiansburg man will appear on "Wheel of Fortune" Friday

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 2:00 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
The show has confirmed Garry Moore is in the episode that will air on WDBJ7 at 7 p.m.

Lottery

Joann Cosgrove, winner of $777,777 through the Virginia Lottery.

Roanoke woman wins $777,777 through Virginia Lottery

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 11:52 AM EST
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By Justin Geary
The winning ticket was purchased at the Platinum Market on Platinum Road in Roanoke.

Law

Local business owners react after skill game ban becomes official

State Police receive 100-plus calls to skill games tip line

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 11:10 AM EST
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By Amir Massenburg
Virginia State Police have started a gaming tip line for people to call and report businesses that still have the games in operation.

Investigation

Natural Bridge Zoo.

VSP executes search warrant at Natural Bridge Zoo

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 10:19 AM EST
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By Justin Geary
The Rockbridge County/Lexington Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office says this is a pending investigation and has no comment.

History

VA Senators introduce legislation to rename the Poff Federal Building after civil rights lawyer

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 9:46 AM EST
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By Justin Geary
The building is currently named after Justice Richard H. Poff, who opposed integration.

Development

The University of Lynchburg

Town meeting to discuss College Lake Dam Removal Project

Updated: Dec. 6, 2023 at 5:19 AM EST
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By Sophia Borrelli
The project is expected to start January 2024.

History

Halina Zimm survived the Holocaust, has lived in Richmond for more than seven decades and...

Holocaust survivor in Richmond shares story of survival, hope ahead of Hanukkah

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 7:58 PM EST
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By Sarah Chakales
Halina Zimm survived the Holocaust and says she refuses to hold hate in her heart.

Safety

Members of Roanoke City Council prepare recommendations for state lawmakers.

Public safety tops Roanoke’s legislative agenda

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 7:16 PM EST
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By Joe Dashiell
Some of the proposals, including increased funding for community policing, are not very controversial.But others such as requiring a permit to purchase firearms and ammunition are unlikely to become law.

WDBJ Investigates

Court records reveal McFall escaped from custody in 2019.

WDBJ7 Investigates: Court documents reveal criminal history of suspect in Roanoke officer-involved shooting

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 7:06 PM EST
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By Isabella Ledonne
39-year-old David McFall was charged with escaping from custody, assault and battery and stealing a car.

Economy

State of Roanoke County Address Delivered

Roanoke County reports banner economic year

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 6:24 PM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
A banner year for economic development claimed the spotlight Tuesday morning in Roanoke County.

Health

Ground Broken for LewisGale ER

Ground broken for LewisGale ER

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 5:48 PM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The project is expected to be complete in late 2024.

Health

RSV Cases Up in Roanoke Area

Pediatric hospitalizations rise headed into winter

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 5:47 PM EST
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By WDBJ7 Staff
The health department is seeing an increase in RSV cases among children.

Court

Courtesy Pulaski County Public Schools

Lawsuit filed against Pulaski YMCA for death of kindergartener

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 5:32 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
A $20 million lawsuit has been filed against the YMCA in Pulaski.

Crime

David McFall mugshot

Name released of homicide suspect shot by police

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 4:17 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
David Adam McFall, 39 of Roanoke, was shot and killed by officers after shooting a Roanoke City Police officer.

Community

Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us graduation

Danville Police Department celebrates five Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us graduates

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 4:10 PM EST
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By Makayla Shelton
I.D.D.U. provides resources and assistance to citizens who have recently been released from jail to help them ease back into the community.

Court

Frank Distefano mugshot

Man accused of threatening police, who then shot him, sentenced to prison

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 2:32 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
Frank Distefano was sentenced to five years in prison, with all but eight months suspended.

Entertainment

L-R: Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings and contestant Gary Hollis, a Roanoke College professor

Roanoke College professor will appear again on Jeopardy!

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 1:25 PM EST
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By Pat Thomas
He’s part of the Champions Wildcard Tournament, consisting of winners who first competed during the COVID pandemic.

Development

Amazon lanza servicio de consultas médicas virtuales

Amazon in talks to build 125,000-sq-ft facility in Roanoke

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 12:11 PM EST
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By Justin Geary
If purchased, Amazon intends to build an approximately 125,000 sq ft fulfillment center.

Entertainment

Oak Ridge Boys’ farewell tour will make a stop in Rocky Mount

Updated: Dec. 5, 2023 at 11:52 AM EST
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By Pat Thomas
“We are doing a farewell tour because we owe it to our fans to say goodbye,”
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