Roanoke VA

Dangerous heat and humidity continues across the region.

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The first heat wave of the summer has made things uncomfortable outdoors throughout the commonwealth. In response, several places are serving as cooling centers throughout the week, including Belmont Presbyterian Church in Southeast Roanoke. The cooling center is open all week from 9 a.m. to 5...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Big changes are coming to the RAM House 2.0, which was formally known as the Jane Care Center at 824 Campbell Avenue Southwest. The opening is right around the corner and Executive Director of Roanoke Area Ministries, Melissa Woodson, said, “We are hoping that we can get mental health care for […]

SALEM, Va. (WSET) — Officials are warning the public about a text message scam. The City of Salem, Virginia Police Department, posted a scam alert for the public in reference to a text message. Officials said if you receive a text message similar to the one shown in their...

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The original Lucy Addison High School, built in 1928 as a segregated high school for Black Roanokers, is one of nine historic places recently listed in the Virginia Landmarks Register (VLR) following approval by the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Board of Historic Resources on June 12, 2025. In addition, the Board...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - With extreme heat expected through the week, local fire and EMS departments are prepared for increased calls for heat-related emergencies. WDBJ7 rode along with a Roanoke EMS crew on Monday to see how first responders were dealing with the heat wave. “A lot of it’s training....

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Dozens gathered at the Transportation Museum to listen to Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger address how she would attack issues Virginians face if she becomes governor. She spoke on issues such as education. “Making sure that I’m listening to teachers to hear how it impacts them, the...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The City of Roanoke is under an Extreme Heat Watch and residents are urged to be aware of the rising temperatures, with local cooling centers available to help. According to National Weather Service in Blacksburg, Roanoke will be under and Extreme Heat Watch over the next several days. Consider...

Dangerous heat and humidity build into the region.