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Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspends her Michigan Senate campaign and scrambles the pivotal race
Read full article: Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspends her Michigan Senate campaign and scrambles the pivotal raceMichigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate.
White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trusted
Read full article: White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trustedA White House report brands the leadership of the Smithsonian Institution, especially at the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted.
Unbearable heat suspected in 19 New Jersey deaths as high temperatures give way to thunderstorms
Read full article: Unbearable heat suspected in 19 New Jersey deaths as high temperatures give way to thunderstormsSeveral days of scorching temperatures are suspected to have caused at least 19 deaths in New Jersey as a heat dome that had settled above parts of the central and eastern United States gives way to severe storms that have knocked out power to close to 1 million homes and businesses.
Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Read full article: Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolThe Trump administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Roanoke police ask owners to pick up dogs from City Dogs amid active investigation
Read full article: Roanoke police ask owners to pick up dogs from City Dogs amid active investigationThe Roanoke Police Department is asking people with dogs currently at City Dogs to pick them up as soon as possible.
CLEARED ----- Weather Authority Alert Day Issued for Wednesday, July 1 - Saturday, July 4
Read full article: CLEARED ----- Weather Authority Alert Day Issued for Wednesday, July 1 - Saturday, July 4A Weather Authority Alert day has been issued for the beginning of July due to an expected heat wave that could result in record-breaking temperatures.
Christiansburg celebrates Fourth of July with family fun, patriotic events
Read full article: Christiansburg celebrates Fourth of July with family fun, patriotic eventsThe Town of Christiansburg celebrated the Fourth of July on Saturday with a day of family-friendly festivities at Huckleberry Park, while also recognizing the nation’s 250th anniversary.
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Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kids
Read full article: Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kidsPolice in New York City say a shooting at a Fourth of July cookout near the Coney Island beach left eight people wounded, including four children.
Memorial service to honor firefighters killed on Colorado-Utah border
Read full article: Memorial service to honor firefighters killed on Colorado-Utah borderThree firefighters killed while battling a blaze on the Colorado-Utah border will be honored with a public memorial service Sunday in Colorado.
Heavy rains leave 5 dead in China's north while Tropical Storm Maysak hits the south and Vietnam
Read full article: Heavy rains leave 5 dead in China's north while Tropical Storm Maysak hits the south and VietnamHeavy rains have left five people dead in northern China, while a tropical storm has toppled tree and submerged cars in the south, according to state media.
NATO chief faces challenge at summit as Trump demands 'loyalty' and not just burden-sharing
Read full article: NATO chief faces challenge at summit as Trump demands 'loyalty' and not just burden-sharingSince he started work as NATO secretary-general almost two years ago, Mark Rutte has spent much of his time trying to keep the United States anchored to the world’s biggest military alliance.
As war grinds on, Ukrainian climbers build a new outdoor culture inspired by Yosemite
Read full article: As war grinds on, Ukrainian climbers build a new outdoor culture inspired by YosemiteAs Russia’s full-scale invasion enters its fifth year, a group of Ukrainian amateur climbers is trying to build something new: a climbing culture inspired by the sense of community surrounding California’s Yosemite National Park.
Khamenei's other sons appear at his funeral in Iran as new supreme leader remains in hiding
Read full article: Khamenei's other sons appear at his funeral in Iran as new supreme leader remains in hidingIran’s top officials and brothers of the country’s new supreme leader have emerged into public view to attend the funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signaling confidence in their safety as Iran pushes back on U.S. demands in negotiations to permanently end the war.
Roanoke police ask owners to pick up dogs from City Dogs amid active investigation
Read full article: Roanoke police ask owners to pick up dogs from City Dogs amid active investigationThe Roanoke Police Department is asking people with dogs currently at City Dogs to pick them up as soon as possible.
Runners head to Vinton for 15th annual Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia’s Four on the 4th
Read full article: Runners head to Vinton for 15th annual Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia’s Four on the 4thThe run is one of the BGCSWVA’s largest annual fundraisers, providing money for after-school programs, summer camps mentorships, meals and safe spaces for kids across the region.
Power restored to customers in Roanoke and Franklin County
Read full article: Power restored to customers in Roanoke and Franklin CountyIf you’re without power, you’re not alone. Appalachian Power is reporting more than 3,500 customers experiencing outages in the Roanoke area and Franklin County.
Man in custody; officer placed on restricted duty after Lynchburg foot pursuit leads to shot fired
Read full article: Man in custody; officer placed on restricted duty after Lynchburg foot pursuit leads to shot firedThe Lynchburg Police Department announced that it had arrested a man on weapons and drug charges and an LPD officer has been put on restricted duty after a foot pursuit in which the officer fired a single shot from their department-issued weapon on Wednesday.
Lynchburg Humane Society holding “Spaced out Special” adoption event for dogs
Read full article: Lynchburg Humane Society holding “Spaced out Special” adoption event for dogsThe Lynchburg Humane Society announced Thursday that it is holding a Spaced out Special for dogs now through Saturday, July 4.
Lynchburg swears in new fire chief after national search
Read full article: Lynchburg swears in new fire chief after national searchLynchburg city leaders officially welcomed a new fire chief Wednesday, capping off a national recruitment process aimed at strengthening public safety leadership in the city
Lynchburg Police arrest suspects in connection with multiple armed robberies
Read full article: Lynchburg Police arrest suspects in connection with multiple armed robberiesThe Lynchburg Police Department announced Tuesday that it had arrested two 24-year-old men in connection with a series of armed robberies.
Lynchburg cooling centers offer relief as heat wave grips region
Read full article: Lynchburg cooling centers offer relief as heat wave grips regionAs temperatures rise across the Lynchburg area, health experts say some residents face far greater danger than others — and local cooling centers are stepping up to help.
Man charged with involuntary manslaughter after deadly hit-and-run in Danville
Read full article: Man charged with involuntary manslaughter after deadly hit-and-run in DanvilleA man has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with a deadly hit-and-run in Danville, according to the Danville Police Department.
Hitachi breaks ground on $457 million facility, 825 new jobs created
Read full article: Hitachi breaks ground on $457 million facility, 825 new jobs createdSouthside Virginia is seeing another major economic investment, with Hitachi Energy breaking ground on a $457 million expansion at its South Boston facility expected to create 825 new jobs.
Patchwork 250: How the Magic City Medical Society transformed healthcare for Black communities
Read full article: Patchwork 250: How the Magic City Medical Society transformed healthcare for Black communitiesDid you know that in the face of Jim Crow laws and adversity, Black doctors, nurses, and dentists in Southwest Virginia built a network that transformed healthcare access for their community?
Southside Health District asking community’s help to stop measles spread
Read full article: Southside Health District asking community’s help to stop measles spreadThe Southside Health District announced Friday that Buckingham, which borders Halifax County, is experiencing a measles outbreak. The number of cases has been climbing since early May.
Patchwork 250: Remembering Bloody Monday - Danville’s fight for Civil Rights and the legacy of June 10, 1963
Read full article: Patchwork 250: Remembering Bloody Monday - Danville’s fight for Civil Rights and the legacy of June 10, 1963On June 10, 1963, when myriads of peaceful protesters descended on the streets of Danville, they didn’t know they were walking in the footsteps of history and paving the way for equality.
No injuries reported after Alleghany Highlands Public Schools bus incident Wednesday afternoon
Read full article: No injuries reported after Alleghany Highlands Public Schools bus incident Wednesday afternoonNo one was hurt after an Alleghany Highlands Public Schools bus veered off the roadway and went into a ditch on Wednesday afternoon, according to school officials.
Cool and clear Thursday brings below-average temperatures and wind gusts up to 30 MPH
Read full article: Cool and clear Thursday brings below-average temperatures and wind gusts up to 30 MPHYour out-the-door forecast looks so nice this morning! Clouds will part around 10-11 AM with dry conditions and below-average temperatures in store for the rest of the day. Wind speeds will make it feel a bit cooler than the actual air temperatures, with gusts around the 20-30 MPH range. Hold onto your hats!
Dry for the Rest of Tuesday
Read full article: Dry for the Rest of TuesdayShowers and a few rumbles of thunder are back in the region this morning! As of 6:30 AM, we are starting to see parts of the NRV and Lynchburg Zones drying out, but the widespread showers now affecting Roanoke, Highlands, and Southside Zones, along with eastern parts of the NRV.
Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary closed due to boil water advisory, students to learn virtually
Read full article: Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary closed due to boil water advisory, students to learn virtuallyAlleghany Highlands Public Schools announced Thursday that Covington Middle School and Jeter-Watson Elementary would be closed Friday as a precautionary measure..
Covington seventh grader selected for Appalachian STEM academy
Read full article: Covington seventh grader selected for Appalachian STEM academyA seventh-grade student at Covington Middle School has been accepted into the Appalachian STEM Academy in Tennessee, Appalachian Highlands Public Schools announced on Tuesday.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - July 3, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - July 3, 2026Millions of people across the country are expected to fill up and hit the road for Independence Day weekend. Thankfully, prices are still easing up, and many are getting a break at the pump.
Local gun stores already feeling the effects of Virginia’s assault weapons ban
Read full article: Local gun stores already feeling the effects of Virginia’s assault weapons banA Vinton gun store says Virginia’s new assault weapons ban has sharply reduced its inventory and sales, even as the law remains tied up in court.
Celebrating 250 years of Virginia’s rich history with Patchwork 250
Read full article: Celebrating 250 years of Virginia’s rich history with Patchwork 250On Thursday at 10 p.m., join us for a special segment where we’ll take you on a journey back in time to explore all the unique threads that make our area so special.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - July 2, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - July 2, 2026If you plan on hitting the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, we have good news for you. Gas prices are still falling and have been for five weeks straight.
The Blue Ridge Games return with cash prizes and outdoor adventures. Here’s how to play!
Read full article: The Blue Ridge Games return with cash prizes and outdoor adventures. Here’s how to play!The Blue Ridge Games are returning this summer, inviting residents and visitors to explore Southwest Virginia while competing for cash prizes through a monthlong scavenger hunt.
U.S. Department of Justice files lawsuit against Virginia, VSP; says assault weapons ban is unconstitutional
Read full article: U.S. Department of Justice files lawsuit against Virginia, VSP; says assault weapons ban is unconstitutionalOn Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia State Police over a law that would ban the future sale of certain firearms.
Trump to meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Syria's al-Sharaa during the NATO summit
Read full article: Trump to meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Syria's al-Sharaa during the NATO summitPresident Donald Trump plans to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa while attending the upcoming NATO summit in Turkey.
Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspends her Michigan Senate campaign and scrambles the pivotal race
Read full article: Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspends her Michigan Senate campaign and scrambles the pivotal raceMichigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate.
White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trusted
Read full article: White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trustedA White House report brands the leadership of the Smithsonian Institution, especially at the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted.
Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Read full article: Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolThe Trump administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday
Read full article: 150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthdayA group of 150 people from 50 countries has become U.S. citizens at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate.
Paul Pelosi in hit-and-run in California, car left with major damage, authorities say
Read full article: Paul Pelosi in hit-and-run in California, car left with major damage, authorities sayAuthorities in California say former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband has been involved in a hit-and-run and could face misdemeanor charges.
Consumer Reports: What to check before you book an electric vehicle
Read full article: Consumer Reports: What to check before you book an electric vehicleGas prices can make a summer road trip more expensive. Could renting an E.V. save you money? Consumer Reports explains what to check before you book.
Consumer Reports: Simple steps to help protect kids online
Read full article: Consumer Reports: Simple steps to help protect kids onlineDid you know kids can spend real money on virtual games without even realizing it? One grandmother was shocked when her grandson racked up $2,000 in game charges while buying virtual items in Roblox
Consumer Reports: Which outdoor pizza oven is worth your dough?
Read full article: Consumer Reports: Which outdoor pizza oven is worth your dough?🍕 Dreaming of restaurant-quality pizza in your own backyard? Consumer Reports put the most popular outdoor pizza ovens to the test and found out which ones truly deliver that crispy, bubbly perfection.
Consumer Reports: Should you wash new clothes before wearing them? Here’s what experts say!
Read full article: Consumer Reports: Should you wash new clothes before wearing them? Here’s what experts say!Ever been tempted to wear that new shirt or outfit straight out of the bag? Consumer Reports reveals why you might want to think twice!
Consumer Reports: Lead detected in Black+Decker blender
Read full article: Consumer Reports: Lead detected in Black+Decker blenderConsumer Reports has detected lead in the Black+Decker PowerCrush BL1230 blender, prompting a warning for families, especially those using this appliance to prepare food for children.
Consumer Reports: Top baby gear picks for 2026
Read full article: Consumer Reports: Top baby gear picks for 2026How do you know if the baby gear you’re buying is safe and worth the money? Consumer Reports tests hundreds of car seats, bassinets, strollers, and more. Here are CR’s 2026 Top Picks for Baby.
