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From WSLS, WFXRtv and 9 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WSLS18 minutes ago

    Campbell County data center proposal still raising concerns among nearby residents

    A proposed data center development off Cabin Field Road in Campbell County continues to raise questions for county leaders and nearby residents.

  2. WFXRtv41 minutes ago

    Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant temperatures, rain ahead

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Dry conditions will return on Tuesday. Sunshine will get through the clouds, which will allow for a nice increase in temperatures. Tuesday will start chilly, with temperatures in the 30s and 40s. Sunshine will boost temperatures into the 70s during the afternoon. Rain could return for a few on Wednesday, with

  3. WDBJ71 hour ago

    Roanoke City Council accepts $435,613 in emergency response grants

    The Roanoke City Council accepted three grants totaling $435,613 Monday, November 2 to support emergency response equipment and training, according to the City of Roanoke.

  4. WSLS1 hour ago

    The 540: 10 News Anchor Lindsey Kennett talks 2026 30 Days of Hope

    10 News Anchor Lindsey Kennett joined 10 News Anchor Rachel Lucas on the 540 on Monday to discuss her 30 Days of Hope initiative that will run through November.

  5. WSLS1 hour ago

    The 540: 10 News Meteorologist Sarah Osterbind talks fall foliage

    10 News Meteorologist Sarah Osterbind joined The 540 on Monday to talk about fall foliage with 10 News Anchor Rachel Lucas as we start to creep into the heart of fall.

  6. WDBJ71 hour ago

    Franklin County residents concerned about transparency in filing of redistricting brief

    The new concerns stem from a legal brief Franklin County filed in April with several other communities at the Virginia Supreme Court. The county opposed the redistricting push from the General Assembly. The brief was never discussed publicly.

  7. WSLS1 hour ago

    Children’s Trust works to prevent child abuse, support families in Roanoke Valley

    “The reality is that the CDC’s recent statistics are that one in seven children experience some form of child abuse maltreatment,” she said. “So, if you think about that, that’s everybody in our community. Those are kids in our schools. Those are kids in our youth programs," said Executive Director Christina Rouse.

  8. WDBJ72 hours ago

    Blue Ridge Potters Guild celebrates 26th annual Show and Sale

    The event will bring together local potters to showcase and sell their work, offering visitors a chance to find unique handmade pieces and learn more about the craft

  9. WDBJ72 hours ago

    Target 7: Tracking the bullets

    Legal advocates and forensic specialists from Richmond to Washington, D.C., are questioning how much weight the criminal justice system should place on marks left on a fired bullet

  10. WVTF2 hours ago

    Ahead of schedule, the Western Virginia Water Authority evaluates its supplies

    Roanoke City Council heard Monday about the Western Virginia Water Authority’s plans to reevaluate its water supplies— a process that’s occurring well ahead of schedule.

  11. WFXRtv2 hours ago

    Roanoke police seek info on Halloween night hit-and-run

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)- The Roanoke Police Department (RPD) is searching for a driver accused of hitting a pedestrian outside of the Texas Tavern on Halloween night. It happened around 2:25 a.m. on Sunday, November 1 in the 100 block of Church Avenue SW. Witnesses at the scene told police the driver got out to check

  12. WSLS2 hours ago

    Roanoke Police searching for driver involved in downtown hit-and-run

    The Roanoke Police Department said that it was searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian outside of the Texas Tavern on Halloween night, leaving the man with minor injuries.

    Also reported byWSET

  13. WDBJ72 hours ago

    Driver sought after pedestrian hurt in hit-and-run

    Roanoke Police say they are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian outside of the Texas Tavern, leaving the man with minor injuries.

  14. WSLS2 hours ago

    Watch The 540 Nov. 2: Perk and Pit Restaurant, Children’s Trust interview and more

    WSLS 10’s new digital-first show highlights the people, places and ideas that make Southwest and Central Virginia special.

  15. WFIR News3 hours ago

    Legal action filed over Botetourt data center approval process for lack of public disclosure

    A press conference held today detailed a filing made in Botetourt County Circuit Court by Fishwick & Associates on a client's behalf, alleging that the Botetourt County Board of Supervisors violated Virginia's Freedom of Information Act in approving a performance agreement for the new data cente

    Also reported byWDBJ7

  16. Roanoke Times3 hours ago

    Wells Fargo lays off 87 employees in Roanoke County

    Wells Fargo issued layoff notices for 87 employees at its Plantation Road location in Roanoke County.

  17. WSLS3 hours ago

    Organizations offering free or discounted rides to the polls on Election Day

    Election Day is on Tuesday and many will head to the polls once they open at 6 a.m. on Tuesday. Here is a live list of organizations in our area offering ride services to the polls Tuesday.

  18. WSLS5 hours ago

    Green Valley Elementary PE teacher Lindsay Carroll receives Education Impact Award

    For Lindsay Carroll, the gym at Green Valley Elementary is where her love of teaching and her background in basketball come together.

  19. WFXRtv6 hours ago

    Virginia voters decide on key constitutional amendments

  20. WFXRtv6 hours ago

    An estimated 1.6 million Virginians voted early for 2026 midterms

  21. WSLS6 hours ago

    🗳️Election Day: Did you vote? Show us your ‘I Voted’ sticker on Pin It

    Election Day has officially arrived, and it’s time to cast your vote in the Nov. 3 general election if you haven’t already!

  22. WSLS6 hours ago

    Nearly 90 Wells Fargo employees in Roanoke facing layoffs

    Nearly 90 employees at the Wells Fargo office at 7711 Plantation Road in Roanoke are facing layoffs just ahead of the holiday season, according to a WARN Act notice filed with Virginia Works.

    Also reported byWFXRtv

  23. WSLS8 hours ago

    30 Days of Hope: Meet Leigha, a creative 12-year-old with dreams of becoming a surgeon

    12-year-old Leigha loves art, animals, and dreams of becoming a surgeon.

  24. WFXRtv8 hours ago

    Business and dozen cars destroyed in Bedford County fire

    BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) -A business caught fire overnight, causing a total loss to the establishment, a dozen cars to be damaged, and traffic detours, according to the Bedford Fire Department. (BFD) On October 2, around 2:09 a.m., fire crews were dispatched to the 6700 block of West Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike for a report of a

  25. WSLS8 hours ago

    30 Days of Hope: Meet Zayden, a 13-year-old with a big imagination and an even bigger heart

    13-year-old Zayden is creative, energetic, and has a big heart.

  26. WSLS8 hours ago

    30 Days of Hope: Meet Jordan, a creative teen hoping to find a family before adulthood

    17-year-old Jordan is looking for a family to support him as he takes his next steps into adulthood.

  27. The Roanoke Star News8 hours ago

    Salem and Botetourt County Share in $689,634 Round of Opioid Settlement Awards

    Virginia’s Opioid Abatement Authority approved $689,634 for five localities, including $128,812.50 for Salem and $34,152 for Botetourt…

  28. WFXRtv9 hours ago

    Virginia localities receive more opioid settlement funds

    (WFXR) – The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (OAA) has approved opioid settlement funds to support five local programs across Virginia, including Botetourt County and the City of Salem. A sum of $689,634 will be distributed across the state to support local programs and services addressing opioid use disorder and substance use. The awards were approved by

  29. WSLS9 hours ago

    Overnight fire destroys Bedford County business, damages several cars

    A business is a total loss and several cars are damaged after an overnight fire in Bedford County, according to the Bedford Fire Department.

  30. WDBJ79 hours ago

    ASK DR. DAVE: Viewer asks Dr. Dave Hamilton whether soy is safe after breast cancer

    Dr. Dave Hamilton takes a viewer’s question about soy after breast cancer.

  31. Culpeper Star-Exponent9 hours ago

    H&C Coffee sign set to light up again next year

    After years of darkness, the H&C Coffee sign in downtown Roanoke will be repaired and illuminated again in 2027.

  32. WDBJ79 hours ago

    Midterm Election: Political expert previews high-stakes races and voting reminders

    Midterm Election Preview: Key Virginia races to watch & what you need before heading to the polls Tuesday.

  33. WFXRtv10 hours ago

    Blue Ridge News Makers Ep. 16 - Joe Sachenbacher

    WFXR Evening News Anchor Ron Marasco talks with Joe Sachenbacher of the Prism Foundation that does community outreach with Roanoke Pride.

  34. Daily News-Record11 hours ago

    Bridgewater football sweeps ODAC Player of the Week awards

    Bridgewater swept the Old Dominion Athletic Conference Player of the Week awards following its 51-48 victory over Roanoke on Saturday.

    Also reported byRocktown Now

  35. WDBJ711 hours ago

    Gas prices down more than a dime in the last week in Roanoke

    Prices in Roanoke are 29.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and $1.05/g higher than a year ago.

    Also reported byWSLS

  36. WFXRtv11 hours ago

    Pinpoint Weather: Morning showers and cooler air Monday

    ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — While some morning rain showers are possible on Monday, quiet weather is expected in Southwest and Central Virginia for the first half of the week. A weak disturbance will bring scattered light rain showers to the region Monday morning, especially west of the Blue Ridge. Shower activity will decrease after sunrise.

  37. WSLS11 hours ago

    Monday starts soggy, will become a dryer day

    The Monday after Halloweekend, Daylight Saving Time ending and many waking up to a steady rainfall this morning, we have now moved from a Snooze Watch to Snooze Warning! It is a sleepy start to the day, and you will want to get the umbrella and raincoat as you step out the door this morning!

  38. WFIR News11 hours ago

    New Study Highlights the “Ghosts” Haunting Virginia’s Insurance Networks

    Inseparable’s latest study finds that some of the Commonwealth’s leading insurance companies are only selling the illusion of The post New Study Highlights the “Ghosts” Haunting Virginia’s Insurance Networks first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.

  39. WSLS12 hours ago

    Healthwatch: How the time change can affect your mood

    After turning the clocks back, many of us are adjusting to earlier sunsets and darker evenings. As those daylight hours continue to shrink, some people may start experiencing seasonal affective disorder.

  40. Roanoke Times13 hours ago

    The SML Chili Festival returns next weekend

    The Smith Mountain Lake Chili Festival returns Saturday with nine teams vying to win over the judges and the crowd at Bridgewater Plaza in Moneta.