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Knife-wielding man shot by police in Roanoke, officials say
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — Roanoke Police have released more information regarding an officer-involved shooting Monday evening in the city. According to the Roanoke Police Department, a knife-wielding man was shot by police. RPD said their officers were dispatched around 8 p.m. for the report of a disorder in the...
Stray showers early followed by increasing sunshine
WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY - FRIDAY. We’ve been giving you the First Alert about a front that arrives early this morning. We’re expecting a few spotty showers, but not everyone will see rain. The best chance will be along and west of the Blue Ridge, primarily during your morning commute.
Bedford County School Board sues parent for $600,000, claiming he harassed school staff with calls
The defendant, the parent of a Staunton River High School student, has repeatedly asked the school to adhere to his child's special education plan, court documents show. Meanwhile, it appears that at least one school board member did not know that the suit had been filed. The post Bedford County School Board sues parent for $600,000, claiming he harassed school staff with calls appeared first on Cardinal News.
ROANOKE (25News Now) - The only true grocery store in Roanoke is closing at the end of Monday.
Store employees were given a three-day notice before the store’s closing. When 25News asked store owners for clarification, they were not able to provide specifics. Roanoke residents now have to go to Dollar General or travel outside the village.
Isolated showers early on, then turning breezy Wednesday afternoon
ROANOKE, Va. – Near-average temperatures build in Wednesday afternoon, but first, we have to deal with isolated rain showers. By 11 a.m., most of the rain has pushed off toward the east. Skies will turn mostly sunny to partly cloudy, and the wind will kick in. Here is a...
Pinpoint Weather: Rain chances increase overnight
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Rain chances will increase overnight as a cold front moves into the region. Rain will begin after 1 a.m. and should remain light. Rainfall accumulations should remain less than a quarter of an inch. Some areas will see no rain tonight. Sunshine is expected to increase during the afternoon on Wednesday […]
Presbyterian Community Center to Break Ground on Building Expansion
The Presbyterian Community Center (PCC), a non-profit ministry serving residents of Southeast Roanoke since 1967, will break ground on a significant new building expansion at a ceremony marking the start of construction. The new building will serve as a cornerstone for expanded programs and services to better meet the needs of the community including the […]
‘Whatever plan you might have for your family, the Lord’s plan is better’: Mom shares her infertility journey
ROANOKE, VA – Raising awareness about infertility. It’s an unfortunate difficulty impacting one in six people worldwide. “It never crosses your mind that when you want to have kids you won’t be able to have kids,” mom Ericka Solano said. Ericka Solano and her husband Glen...
Charges certified against suspects who stole Roanoke City ambulances
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Two cases involving two separate stolen Roanoke City ambulances are moving forward in Roanoke City Circuit Court. Antonio Hill is charged with grand larceny in connection with a stolen ambulance at the Roanoke Rescue Mission on January 30. Hill appeared in court on Monday. A Roanoke...
Roanoke City Public Schools share survey results about transportation and cell phone usage
ROANOKE, Va. – Back in February, Roanoke City Public Schools asked for the community’s input for transportation adjustments and procedures for cell phone usage, now those results are in. The two-week survey had over 36 hundred responses ranging from parents to students, to Roanoke City Public School staff...
Police searching for answers in Richard Palmer homicide
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) -A family’s plea for answers and renewed hope in a homicide case more than two decades old. On April 22, 2003, a Floyd County man and his dog were shot and killed. No one has been convicted, but investigators say there is new momentum in the...
WATCH: Taco Bell manager hailed a hero for saving a baby who stopped breathing - The Sprint
ROANOKE, Va. – We’re kicking off the new week with a story that’ll warm your heart!. We all know that news can be hard on your mental health, which is why we’re bringing you stories that’ll put you in good spirits. Today, we’ll be chatting...
Local American Idol Golden Ticket winner set to perform at Roanoke’s Strawberry Festival
ROANOKE, Va. – Those planning to attend Roanoke’s Strawberry Festival are in for a treat. Jeslynn Gelaine, a Roanoke Valley teen who won the Golden Ticket on American Idol, is set to grace the stage at this year’s Strawberry Festival at Elmwood Park on Saturday, May 4.
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