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Two-vehicle crash on 460 that killed 2 people now cleared

The Virginia Department of Transportation is reporting an accident on US-460 near W River Rd; Rt. 639N/S in Roanoke County.

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House makes history, removes McCarthy as Speaker

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Two new arrests in connection to July Sigmon Road homicide

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I-81 advisory committee meets to discuss the future …

On Monday in Lexington the I-81 Advisory Committee came together to discuss the "I-81 Corridor improvement program" which they say will take about a decade to complete.

Two injured in shooting on Glenn Ridge Road in Roanoke

Two new arrests in connection to July Sigmon Road homicide

New details released regarding Heritage High School …

Breweries, Food, and Fun at the Roanoke Beer and …

Breweries, Food and Fun at the Roanoke Beer and Wine Festival

Stoplights out in Downtown Danville, per DPD

Stoplights out in Downtown Danville, per DPD

Virginia DMV to offer placards to unregistered farm …

The Virginia DMV now offers permanent farm use placards for unregistered farm vehicles at all-customer service centers across the Commonwealth.

CCA helps parents, teens with conversations about …

The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) has released its parent toolkit to help guide discussions with families about the risks associated with underage cannabis use.

Roanoke County Public Schools launch month of teen …

First of Roanoke County Public Schools' five meetings on teen driving safety throughout the month of October. Some students were required to be there for their Driver Education Certificate of Completion, but the meetings are open to any RCPS family.

Bedford Co. family fights for answers 23 years after …

James Walker's son, Bobby Walker, and daughter, Tiny Ruff, gathered on a Thursday at the Bedford County Sheriff's Office for a sit-down interview and to discuss their father's disappearance with the new investigator assigned to the case.

Local hospitals play in “Homers for Hearts” charity …

Two of Roanoke Valley's largest healthcare providers teed up against each other on Sunday, Oct 1, for the annual "Homers for Hearts" charity softball game. The event was made to spread awareness and funds for heart diseases and strokes -- one of America's leading causes of death.

Local Crime

One person injured in Thorn Lane shooting, suspect …

Roanoke PD updates charges in ongoing search for …

25-year-old Edward L. Denoyer of Roanoke is currently wanted on active warrants for Second Degree Murder with additional charges pending. He is considered armed and dangerous. Do not approach.

Collinsville man faces 10 years after pleading guilty …

On Tuesday, October 3, the U.S. Department of Justice in the Western District of Virginia announced 28-year-old James Anthony Nolan of Collinsville pled guilty to the possession of an unregistered weapon.

Bedford Co. family fights for answers 23 years after …

James Walker's son, Bobby Walker, and daughter, Tiny Ruff, gathered on a Thursday at the Bedford County Sheriff's Office for a sit-down interview and to discuss their father's disappearance with the new investigator assigned to the case.

Three charged after two inmates overdose at Henry …

An investigation is underway after two female inmates overdosed at the Henry County Adult Detention Center early morning on Monday, Oct. 2.

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Outdoors Bound

Team USA goes for world fishing title in Europe

McAfee Knob featured in ‘Google Doodle’ of the day

If using Google today, Roanoke residents may have noticed a familiar spot on the home page. Google’s doodle of the day is Roanoke’s own McAfee Knob, a popular trail in the area’s nationally recognized hiking scene.

Big Ol’ Fish Sept. 29, 2023

When should you take down hummingbird feeders?

New Blue Ridge Parkway license plate to be available …

New Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation license plate to be available soon

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Former NFL star killed in New York plane crash

No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young struggles yet again, …

After many of his teammates had showered, dressed and left the stadium, Bryce Young sat motionless in front of his locker still in full uniform staring straight ahead while pondering another Carolina Panthers defeat.

Tim Wakefield, who revived his career and Red Sox …

FILE - Boston Red Sox's Tim Wakefield tips his cap as he comes off the field in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Seattle Mariners in Boston, July 24, 2011. Wakefield, the knuckleballing workhorse of the Red Sox pitching staff who bounced back after giving up a season-ending home run to the Yankees in the 2003 playoffs to help Boston win its curse-busting World Series title the following year, has died. He was 57. The Red Sox announced his death in a statement Sunday, Oct. 1 2023, (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, file)

Blaney beats Harvick at Talladega to advance in NASCAR …

Ryan Blaney celebrates with a burnout on the track after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Talladega Superspeedway Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in Talladega, Ala. (AP Photo/Julie Bennett)

Not just Taylor Swift: Every NFL team has a celeb …

Damar Hamlin to make first regular season return

NFL tight end suffers ‘burn injuries to face’

Science & Technology

‘Bitzee’ is the next holiday fad — and it’s flying …

Thousands of air fryers recalled for burn hazard

Best Buy quietly drops huge savings on electronics …

Cute Halloween décor that won’t totally freak out …

Canadian fire smoke blowing all the way to Florida

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National News

Who is the new speaker of the House?

‘Young punks with guns’ carjack Cuellar

Texas man bribes federal agent to recover seized …

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Laphonza Butler sworn in to replace Feinstein

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Pinpoint Weather: Summer hanging on… for now

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Pinpoint Weather: Warm and dry continues until Friday

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Pinpoint Weather: This week will be mild and dry

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