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This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over war
Read full article: This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over warA hard-line Iranian general linked to notorious attacks at home and abroad is believed to have seized a place near the center of power as negotiations with the United States hang in the balance.
The United Nations' top court will issue an advisory opinion on the right to strike
Read full article: The United Nations' top court will issue an advisory opinion on the right to strikeThe United Nations’ top court is set to issue a landmark advisory opinion on the right to strike clarifying whether employees are lawfully allowed to walk off the job.
The teens who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego were latest to cite prior atrocities
Read full article: The teens who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego were latest to cite prior atrocitiesAn attack at a California Islamic center is the latest violence where the perpetrators said they were inspired by past atrocities, such as the 2019 massacre in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump's ballroom
Read full article: Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump's ballroomSenate Republican leaders are expected to abandon a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill.
Man guilty of killing a woman and her daughter is set to be Florida's 7th execution of 2026
Read full article: Man guilty of killing a woman and her daughter is set to be Florida's 7th execution of 2026A Florida man convicted of fatally stabbing of his cousin’s girlfriend and the couple's 4-year-old daughter is set to be executed.
Roanoke police, federal prosecutors walk Tinker Creek neighborhood amid push to reduce violent crime
Read full article: Roanoke police, federal prosecutors walk Tinker Creek neighborhood amid push to reduce violent crimeRoanoke Police and federal prosecutors joined together Wednesday for the monthly Chief’s Walk at Tinker Creek Apartments.
Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletes
Read full article: Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletesThe second annual Swing for Cash Golf Classic at London Downs Golf Club brought together over 100 golfers to raise scholarship money for Lynchburg-area student-athletes, honoring Cash Gaudio, who was killed in 2024 at age 19.
City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meeting
Read full article: City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meetingAt the meeting, city leaders discussed the future of the Berglund Center and some crucial repairs that need to be made before anything moves forward.
Martinsville Police to cut down on Flock surveillance cameras around city
Read full article: Martinsville Police to cut down on Flock surveillance cameras around cityMartinsville Police announced they’re cutting back on the number of Flock Cameras around the city due to funding. The cameras are station around the city and take pictures of the backs of passing cars to aid police in locating missing or wanted people.
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Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffs
Read full article: Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffsPresident Donald Trump's repeated false claims about his 2020 election loss is almost certain to play a role in Georgia's four-week runoff campaign as Republican voters choose nominees for governor, secretary of state and the U.S. Senate.
French artist JR begins his giant ‘cave’ art inflation over Paris’ oldest bridge
Read full article: French artist JR begins his giant ‘cave’ art inflation over Paris’ oldest bridgeThe oldest bridge in Paris has begun vanishing as JR — the artist known as the “French Banksy” — began inflating a giant “cave” over the Pont Neuf.
In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump
Read full article: In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: TrumpBritons are cool on America and baffled by President Donald Trump as the former colonies celebrate their 250th year of independence.
Some see white livestreamer's freedom of speech claims as cover for race-baiting
Read full article: Some see white livestreamer's freedom of speech claims as cover for race-baitingExperts say free speech claims by a white livestreamer charged with shooting a Black man outside a Tennessee courthouse don't constitute a blanket shield if unwanted interactions escalate and result in violence.
Roanoke police, federal prosecutors walk Tinker Creek neighborhood amid push to reduce violent crime
Read full article: Roanoke police, federal prosecutors walk Tinker Creek neighborhood amid push to reduce violent crimeRoanoke Police and federal prosecutors joined together Wednesday for the monthly Chief’s Walk at Tinker Creek Apartments.
Australian judge fines X $465,000 for online safety breach after 3-year court battle
Read full article: Australian judge fines X $465,000 for online safety breach after 3-year court battleAn Australian judge has fined X Corp. $465,000 for failing to provide information to an online safety watchdog about how it tackled child sexual exploitation content.
World shares are mixed, Kospi gains 8.4%, as tech-led rally fades
Read full article: World shares are mixed, Kospi gains 8.4%, as tech-led rally fadesShares have opened lower in Europe after a mixed session in Asia, where a rebound in oil prices undermined optimism from another broad rally on Wall Street.
Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletes
Read full article: Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletesThe second annual Swing for Cash Golf Classic at London Downs Golf Club brought together over 100 golfers to raise scholarship money for Lynchburg-area student-athletes, honoring Cash Gaudio, who was killed in 2024 at age 19.
City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meeting
Read full article: City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meetingAt the meeting, city leaders discussed the future of the Berglund Center and some crucial repairs that need to be made before anything moves forward.
Martinsville Police to cut down on Flock surveillance cameras around city
Read full article: Martinsville Police to cut down on Flock surveillance cameras around cityMartinsville Police announced they’re cutting back on the number of Flock Cameras around the city due to funding. The cameras are station around the city and take pictures of the backs of passing cars to aid police in locating missing or wanted people.
Franklin County leaders reconsidering zoning rewrite recommendations
Read full article: Franklin County leaders reconsidering zoning rewrite recommendationsA controversial zoning rewrite in Franklin County is facing delays after backlash from residents over proposed changes to the county’s zoning ordinance.
What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro
Read full article: What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl CastroFormer Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in a U.S. indictment with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Miami-based exiles in 1996 off the coast of the Caribbean island.
Roanoke police, federal prosecutors walk Tinker Creek neighborhood amid push to reduce violent crime
Read full article: Roanoke police, federal prosecutors walk Tinker Creek neighborhood amid push to reduce violent crimeRoanoke Police and federal prosecutors joined together Wednesday for the monthly Chief’s Walk at Tinker Creek Apartments.
City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meeting
Read full article: City Councilman Phazon Nash holds final Entertainment District Focus Group meetingAt the meeting, city leaders discussed the future of the Berglund Center and some crucial repairs that need to be made before anything moves forward.
54-year-old man in custody following barricade situation at Roanoke County trailer park
Read full article: 54-year-old man in custody following barricade situation at Roanoke County trailer parkThe Roanoke County Police Department issued an update to the barricade incident that occurred early Wednesday morning.
Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletes
Read full article: Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletesThe second annual Swing for Cash Golf Classic at London Downs Golf Club brought together over 100 golfers to raise scholarship money for Lynchburg-area student-athletes, honoring Cash Gaudio, who was killed in 2024 at age 19.
Lynchburg Police seeking suspect in connection with Wednesday morning shooting
Read full article: Lynchburg Police seeking suspect in connection with Wednesday morning shootingThe Lynchburg Police Department has identified a suspect in a shooting that occurred on Memorial Avenue on Wednesday morning.
Lynchburg Police seek suspect in fatal shooting at Millwood Apartments
Read full article: Lynchburg Police seek suspect in fatal shooting at Millwood ApartmentsThe Lynchburg Police Department announced Monday night that it was investigating a shooting incident and that there is a heavy police presence near Milwood Apartments.
Lynchburg baseball wins 4th straight Regional championship
Read full article: Lynchburg baseball wins 4th straight Regional championshipThe University of Lynchburg baseball team captured its fourth consecutive NCAA Division III regional championship Sunday, defeating Christopher Newport 11-4.
Lynchburg baseball gears up to make championship run
Read full article: Lynchburg baseball gears up to make championship runThe University of Lynchburg baseball team is gearing up for another trip to the NCAA tournament. The Hornets will make their sixth consecutive appearance when it hosts the regional round this weekend.
Lynchburg’s 2027 budget survives first reading amid school funding, tax debate
Read full article: Lynchburg’s 2027 budget survives first reading amid school funding, tax debateLynchburg’s proposed 2027 budget cleared its first reading Tuesday night, but not before a heated fight over school funding and taxes.
Danville, Pittsylvania County leaders approve $100 billion data center investment
Read full article: Danville, Pittsylvania County leaders approve $100 billion data center investmentThe Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (RIFA) will vote on a Local Performance Agreement (LPA) for the Stack Infrastructure project set to be built in the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.
Martinsville Police issue arrest warrants for two suspects in connection with fatal shooting
Read full article: Martinsville Police issue arrest warrants for two suspects in connection with fatal shootingThe Martinsville Police Department announced that it has issued warrants for two suspects in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in the City Tuesday night.
Patchwork 250: The legacy behind Fayette Street, the Black Wall Street of the Southside
Read full article: Patchwork 250: The legacy behind Fayette Street, the Black Wall Street of the SouthsideDid you know that Martinsville’s Fayette Street was once a vibrant hub of Black-owned businesses, innovation, and community resilience? Known as the “Black Wall Street of the Southside,” this historic corridor thrived even in the face of adversity.
Danville Transit building closing May 1 due to planned water outage
Read full article: Danville Transit building closing May 1 due to planned water outageThe Danville Transit building is scheduled to close on Friday, May 1, due to a planned water outage, according to officials. However, buses will still stop at this location as usual.
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.
Alleghany Highlands Public Schools announces 2-hour delay for Monday, March 2
Read full article: Alleghany Highlands Public Schools announces 2-hour delay for Monday, March 2Alleghany Highlands Public Schools will be opening two hours late on Monday, March 2, due to a wintry weather mix impacting the area, according to school officials.
Virginia reports 126 deer positive for chronic wasting disease in 2025-26 surveillance
Read full article: Virginia reports 126 deer positive for chronic wasting disease in 2025-26 surveillanceChronic wasting disease detected in Roanoke, Floyd, Montgomery, Pulaski counties as Virginia releases new surveillance results. The disease affects deer, elk and moose and is described as a slow, progressive neurologic disease that is fatal to infected animals. The disease-causing agent, known as a prion, can spread through the urine, feces and saliva of infected animals, DWR said.
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 20, 2026
Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 20, 2026Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoes various legislation, including marijuana marketplace bill
Read full article: Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoes various legislation, including marijuana marketplace billGov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed multiple high-profile pieces of legislation on Tuesday, including a bill that would have established the framework for a marijuana marketplace in the commonwealth. See all of the vetoed legislation here.
West Virginia man arrested after attempting to meet minor in Alleghany County
Read full article: West Virginia man arrested after attempting to meet minor in Alleghany CountyA man was arrested after attempting to meet with a minor in Alleghany County on Monday, Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office said.
Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump's ballroom
Read full article: Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump's ballroomSenate Republican leaders are expected to abandon a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill.
Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffs
Read full article: Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are casting a shadow over Georgia's GOP runoffsPresident Donald Trump's repeated false claims about his 2020 election loss is almost certain to play a role in Georgia's four-week runoff campaign as Republican voters choose nominees for governor, secretary of state and the U.S. Senate.
In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: Trump
Read full article: In many ways, Brits admire the US. But as America hits 250, they say one man defines it: TrumpBritons are cool on America and baffled by President Donald Trump as the former colonies celebrate their 250th year of independence.
What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl Castro
Read full article: What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raúl CastroFormer Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in a U.S. indictment with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Miami-based exiles in 1996 off the coast of the Caribbean island.
RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings
Read full article: RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screeningsThe Trump administration has fired the two leaders of an influential health group that determines when insurance must provide free preventive care like mammograms for millions of Americans.
Trump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS deal
Read full article: Trump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS dealPresident Donald Trump's legal team has reached a deal with the Justice Department to drop tax claims against him, his family and associates.
House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screening
Read full article: House committee discusses modernizing the TSA as Trump seeks to privatize airport screeningA House committee has discussed the future of the Transportation Security Administration as the Trump administration lobbies to replace TSA officers with private contractors.
Consumer Reports: WIC-approved baby formulas among safest, despite limited options
Read full article: Consumer Reports: WIC-approved baby formulas among safest, despite limited optionsFor many parents, baby formula is a major expense, and with prices rising on nearly everything, it’s becoming even harder for families who depend on the federal Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program.
Consumer Reports: What home lead test kits can tell you and what they can’t
Read full article: Consumer Reports: What home lead test kits can tell you and what they can’tWith concerns about lead popping up in everything from toys to cookware, many people are looking for quick ways to check for it in their homes.
CONSUMER REPORT | Tick-proofing your yard, how to keep safe when doing it
Read full article: CONSUMER REPORT | Tick-proofing your yard, how to keep safe when doing itTicks and the illnesses they cause have been on the rise in recent years, with some species spreading rapidly into new areas. While it’s important to cover up and use insect repellent when you’re in the woods, what about when you’re in your own backyard?
CONSUMER REPORT | Why prices feel unpredictable right now—and how shoppers can save
Read full article: CONSUMER REPORT | Why prices feel unpredictable right now—and how shoppers can saveIf it feels like the prices of everyday items are all over the place lately, you’re not imagining it. Consumer Reports has been tracking the prices of commonly purchased items to help shoppers better understand how costs are changing—and how to save money.