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One dead, another injured after crash on Leesville Road

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Pinpoint Weather: Cool and cloudy first week of fall

18-year-old killed in motorcycle crash in Botetourt County

Pedestrian from Myrtle Beach dies in Franklin Co. crash

Kitten rescued from Roanoke storm drain finds new home

Crews respond to fire at Lynchburg nursing home, no reported …

Blue Ridge Rock Festival releases new statement

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Jefferson Center requests $6 million from the city …

Vinton PD warns drivers of new speed limit coming …

Henrietta Lacks statue to be unveiled in the Star …

Henrietta Lacks statue to be unveiled in the Star City

Two hospitalized after crash on Town Ford Road

Maryland man charged with crimes against children …

Maryland man charged with crimes against children in Bedford Co. investigation

Local first responders heading east to prepare for …

6 dead after train crashes into family’s SUV

Liberty University announces tuition freeze for 2024-2025 …

Unsung Hero: William Fleming alum Michael Willis

It is Unsung Hero time and this week's honoree is Roanoke native Michael Willis.

Big Ol’ Fish Sept. 22, 2023: Allen Johnson

Local Crime

Maryland man charged with crimes against children …

Maryland man charged with crimes against children in Bedford Co. investigation

Roanoke PD says search continues for Melrose Ave …

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.

Roanoke man charged in connection to Hershberger …

Roanoke City Police Officers received a call about shots fired late Tuesday night near the 1400 block of Hershberger Road.

Lynchburg PD say Hanover St. incident was ‘swatting …

The Lynchburg Police Department has released new details surrounding the heavy police presence and “unfounded threat” that occurred on Hanover Street on September 20.

Two Florida men sentenced for traveling over 1K miles …

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Outdoors Bound

New Blue Ridge Parkway license plate to be available …

New Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation license plate to be available soon

Agriculture in the Alley? Why it is working in Virginia

When you think of the word, "alley," it might conjure up thoughts of urban streets. But, thanks to researchers at Virginia Tech, the kind of alley we are talking about involves trees and crops, and a better way of growing the food that goes on tables across the United States.

Big Ol’ Fish Sept. 22, 2023: Allen Johnson

Roanoke ranks #2 in ‘Top 25 Hiking Cities in the …

The Star City has long been known for its outdoor activities and adventures. From the city's wide variety of mountains to its grassy green spaces, many have celebrated the city's outdoor options.

Moose attacks woman walking her dog on Co. trail

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Sports

Down to the wire, Trevor Ward wins ValleyStar Credit …

Pro Football Hall of Famer Ronde Barber has a happy …

With narrow margin for error, winless Panthers hurt …

Sam Howell throws 4 interceptions and is sacked 9 …

Byron advances to NASCAR’s round of 8 with win at …

William Byron (24) burns his tires after winning the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Usher to headline 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show

Ex-NHL player dies in Tennessee motorcycle crash

Science & Technology

NASA’s first asteroid samples land on Earth

Asteroid sample coming to Earth Sunday

5 fall lawn pests and how to deal with them

Dyson releases new limited-edition colors for its …

Five Below is practically giving their outdoor Halloween …

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National News

How many times the federal government has shut down

Race on to shipwrecks before mussels destroy them

Dolphins win 70-20, scoring most points since 1966

‘Expend4bles’ opens with epic flop at box office

Taylor Swift attends Chiefs game amid dating rumors

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Weather

Pinpoint Weather: Cool and cloudy first week of fall

Pinpoint Weather: Monday will be cloudy and dry

Pinpoint Weather: A dry start to a possibly wet week

Pinpoint Weather: Today will be cloudy and milder

Pinpoint Weather: Rain and Wind Will Move Out Tonight

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