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Roanoke Motorcyclist, 33, Dies After Predawn Crash Into Curb Near Springtree Drive

Village Ct. NE & Springtree Dr. NE — Reported Motorcycle Crash Location. A 33-year-old Roanoke man died early Sunday morning after his motorcycle struck a curb in a Northeast Roanoke neighborhood, and police say alcohol appears to have played a role in the crash. Gregory Alan Jackson was found with severe injuries in the road and died at the scene, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

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EXCLUSIVE: Bond hearing reveals new massage parlor investigation details

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A judge denied bond Tuesday for a Texas woman arrested in connection with an investigation into an alleged illicit massage parlor scheme, citing concerns that she could leave the area before her court appearance. Xiuying Li, 53, of Texas, was arrested after an investigation at Summer...

Roanoke County, VA · 1d

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Water pipe break causing road closures on West Main Street in Salem

SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – A portion of West Main Street in Salem is currently closed due to a water pipe break, the city officials announced. The break has affected service from Fort Lewis Blvd. to Beverly Heights. Officials urge drivers to use alternate routes as crews repair the issue. Stay with WFXR for traffic updates.

Salem, VA · 18h

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Fire breaks out on Smith Mountain Lake dock

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WFXR) – A passing-by boater reported a dock on fire near R-39 at Smith Mountain Lake on Sunday afternoon. According to Smith Mountain Lake Marine Fire Rescue, crews put out fires on a dock, on two boats, and on multiple jet skis around 4:00 p.m. The reported fire happened near R-39, […]

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Judge allows Botetourt County data center lawsuit to move forward

BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A lawsuit challenging Botetourt County's approval of a performance agreement tied to Google's proposed data center campus will move forward after a circuit court judge denied a request to dismiss the case. The decision came after roughly three hours of arguments in court. The...

Botetourt County, VA · 1d

WFXR

Roanoke County Fire and Rescue respond to cabin fire

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke County Fire and Rescue crews responded to a cabin fire that remains under investigation. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, there was a reported fire at a property in the 900 block of Commander Dr. around 10:30 a.m. Roanoke County Fire and Rescue units reported smoke showing upon arrival. They upgraded the […]

Roanoke County, VA · 21h

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Roanoke dentist discusses tooth loss, restoration options for older adults

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Dr. Lindsay Thorn, owner and dentist of LAT Dentistry in Roanoke, discussed tooth loss in older adults and options to restore a smile during an appearance on WDBJ7’s “Here @ Home.”. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1 in...

Roanoke, VA · 19h

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Pinpoint Weather: Rain on the way, snow for some

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Rain will return to the region overnight, with spotty showers continuing through the day on Thursday. For most, the rain will be light, with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Slightly higher rainfall is expected along the West Virginia border. For the western mountains, rain will change to snow […]

Roanoke, VA · 15h

WSLS

Roanoke County Fire and Rescue crews help rescue 9-year-old dog

ROANOKE CO., Va. – The Roanoke County Fire Department announced Wednesday that it helped locate and save a 9-year-old dog on Poor Mountain. According to officials, crews from station 11 and heavy technical rescue teams from stations 5 and 1 were able to perform a rope rescue to locate and save 9-year-old Archie, who had taken a tumble and gotten stuck on Poor Mountain.

Roanoke County, VA · 15h

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George’s Flowers opens new Roanoke location

ROANOKE, Va. – After 29 years at its longtime Franklin Road location, George’s Flowers is welcoming everyone to its new location on Ogden Road in Roanoke. 10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore takes us inside their new building. Watch below. A ribbon-cutting is set to be held on Dec....

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Roanoke mayor outlines plans from homelessness task force recommendations

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke is exploring solutions to homelessness after Mayor Joe Cobb’s “Hope and Home Task Force” released its findings. The report includes recommendations on housing and services. The task force was created more than a year ago to explore the issue and find ways...

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Shelter Dog Nixie Seeks Forever Home After More Than 150 Days in Care| Rachel to the Rescue

Roanoke – Nixie, a once 94-pound mixed breed dog with a big heart and a loveable big head has spent more than 150 days at the Regional Center for Animal Care and Protection, waiting for a permanent home. Nixie has since shed some of those extra pounds and is looking to celebrate her weight loss journey with a new family.

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7@four gets a taste of Soul on the Go

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Soul On The Go is a New River Valley catering company built around family, good food, and a whole lot of heart. The owners, Samuel and Shativa, are here to share how the business got started and what you can expect when you book them.

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Seven Virginia Family Restaurants Still Run By The Same Family Since Opening Day

Some Virginia restaurants have outlasted new highways, changing towns, and countless food trends, all while staying in the same family’s hands. The seven spots on this list range from a tiny chili counter in Roanoke to a soul food kitchen in Richmond’s Jackson Ward area. A few go...

WSLS

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Merger Progresses

ROANOKE, Va. – The merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is now final, with plans to create a streamlined railroad that will run through Roanoke. Union Pacific is promoting the plan as a positive development for the railroad. But residents who live near the tracks have concerns of their own.

Roanoke, VA · 14h

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2026 Veterans Day discounts and freebies in Central, Southwest Virginia

Many across the nation will come together on Veterans Day to honor heroes for their selfless service. While every day is an opportunity to appreciate veterans for all they have sacrificed for this country, Veterans Day is the perfect time to do so. Here’s a breakdown of Veterans Day discounts...

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Valley Metro announces updated fares, policies beginning in January

ROANOKE, Va. – Valley Metro in Roanoke announced their fares will be increasing beginning Jan. 1, 2027. For more, you can visit Valley Metro’s website here.

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2026 high school football playoff brackets set

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The 2026 high school football playoff matchups are set, with area schools vying to become state champions. Friday Football Extra w/ Dave Walls will have all the action up to the state championships Friday nights at 11 pm on WDBJ7!. Here are the matchups, listed by...

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Roanoke Inventory Surges as Price Cuts Outpace the National Rate

Roanoke buyers found more options and more discounts, with price cuts well above the national rate and inventory surging more than 36%.