Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Ben Jones was a Hollywood actor and Georgia Congressman, but he also lived here in Virginia. Jones died August 9th at the age of 84. In this week’s visit to the WDBJ7 Archive, we remember the actor who played Cooter on the Dukes of Hazzard, and who made regular appearances in southwest Virginia.

ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke residents are speaking out about Flock cameras — automated license plate readers that some say are a valuable public safety tool, while others warn they go too far when it comes to personal privacy. Steven Keener, a criminology professor at Christopher Newport University, says...

SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - A 35-year-old local tradition brought hot rods, restored classics and community members to the Salem Civic Center on Saturday, turning a shared love of automobiles into support for area veterans. The annual Star City Cruisers Car Show, held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., was organized...

If you’re looking for a mix of curiosity and cuddles, Popeye and Olive Oyl might be right for you! The brother and sister duo are twelve-weeks old and are looking for a loving family at the Franklin County Animal Shelter (FCAS). The pair, named after characters on the iconic...

ROANOKE, Va. – Star City Cruisers brought the community together for its 35th annual car show, with the purpose of raising money to support local veterans. 10 News Photojournalist Jordan Parham attended the event Saturday. See how it went below.

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Firefighters responded to a propane leak Friday after lightning damaged a gas line at a Boonsboro residence. Crews were called to Thomas Randolph Drive just after 6 p.m. following the storm. According to Boonsboro Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, everyone inside was outside and unharmed whe

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – A Henry County man is facing several drug charges following a months-long probe in Franklin County. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said it began the investigation into drug activity on Feb. 20, 2026, nearly six months ago. During the investigation, deputies came in contact with Drew

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Huddle Up Moms began in Southwest Virginia with the mission of empowering mothers through education, connection, and support.​. And now - they’re asking for your support as they gear up for their annual Taco Fest - a great event that offers a chance to gather and connect with the community that ma

SALEM, Va. (WFXR) – Entering and exiting Interstate 81 in the New River Valley just got easier, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The department announced the opening of two ramp extensions on the interstate that give drivers more room to accelerate and merge. The northbound 105 entrance ra

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – The Christiansburg Institute came into being in the years after the Civil War. It’s mission: to educate formerly enslaved people so they could effectively join free society. From here would come tradesmen, farmers, teachers, doctors, and lawyers. Eventually the Institute would be overseen by Booke