Family Sues Delta and KLM Over Bed Bug Bites
ROANOKE, Va. — The Albuquerque family's trip to Serbia took a disturbing turn when bed bugs allegedly infested their flight, prompting a federal lawsuit…
Pinpoint Weather: Cold air and strong winds arrive tomorrow
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A strong cold front arrives Monday bringing a winter chill back to the region for the new work week. High Wind Warnings and Wind Advisories will go into effect as winds behind the front increase substantially. There will be frequent gusts around 40-50 mph with higher peaks seeing gusts up to […]
WDBJ7 Archive: Remembering Sears Town
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Sears Roebuck was once one of the nation’s leading retailers. Currently, just a handful of Sears stores remain open across the country, and news reports suggest they might not last much longer. With this week’s look into the WDBJ7 Archive, we visit Sears Town, which...
Pinpoint Weather: Warmer weekend ahead, much colder next week
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — After a chilly end to the weekend, the weekend is looking warmer, especially Saturday. Some clouds will linger in the morning, with sunshine expected for the afternoon. Temperatures will rebound. Temperatures will rise into Saturday morning, starting the day in the 50s. Temperatures will...
Today will stay warm while tomorrow has a bitter end
ROANOKE, Va. – Much like yesterday, our temperatures will remain above average but just slightly cooler. Warmer weather will bleed into Monday morning; that said it is not here to last. Monday morning will continue the warm temperature trend. These temperatures will quickly get shoved out of the way...
Roanoke family sues airlines after allegedly being attacked by bed bugs during flight
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — A Roanoke family is suing two airline companies, alleging the entire family was bitten by bed bugs during their flight. According to the lawsuit, the Albuquerque family is suing Delta Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines for $200,000 after an incident involving bed bugs ruined their family...
A warm weekend is here with a chilling twist this week
ROANOKE, Va. – We will return to warm temperatures today, where the entire region will be in the mid-50s at least; that said, most regions will see the 60s. These temperatures are WELL above average, but don’t get used to it for we will be in for a brutal winter awaking once we approach Monday afternoon.
Tractor-trailer driver facing manslaughter charges in fatal I-81 crash
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)- The tractor-trailer driver involved in a fatal crash that left three people dead, including a toddler, was charged with three counts of manslaughter. According to the Virginia State Police, the two-vehicle crash occurred at 11:08 p.m. on December 22 near mile marker 145 on Interstate 81...
Introducing Robert Rigby, New Band Teacher
We’re thrilled to introduce one of the newest faces joining the Salem High School family: Robert Rigby, who has stepped into the role of teacher and director in the band department. With experience in teaching music in Roanoke, he is excited to bring leadership and passion for music to our students and community. We...
Cloudy Christmas, and a Sunny New Year
Conditions tonight will be relatively calm, before we cool down tomorrow. There is a chance for some showers tomorrow, but it remains isolated at most. The mountains have the best chance of any rainfall development. With a cold air wedge in place, freezing rain is a possibility towards the Alleghany Highlands, but...

















