Roanoke VA

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for people ages 65 and older in the United States, according to the CDC. One in four older adults in that age group report falling every year, which can lead to severe injuries or death. Dr....

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb delivered his second State of the City address Thursday, speaking to community members, city officials and local leaders about the city’s progress and priorities for the future. Cobb highlighted efforts to strengthen Roanoke’s economy and create more opportunities for entrep

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)- The Roanoke County Police Department is investigating an August 20 crash that resulted in the death of a 69-year-old man. The incident occurred around 4:00 a.m. in the area of Colonial Avenue and Thompsons Lane. According to police, a pedestrian, identified as John Scritchfield, was walking

After Tequila Taco Bar closed its doors last spring, Taaza 2.0 Indian Cuisine arrived in its place. The restaurant offers a wide selection of authentic Indian dishes and has served Roanoke for over 20 years before officially opening a second location in Harrisonburg on Aug. 14. Indian cuisine has always...

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (7News) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged a detainer asking Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger and her local “sanctuary politicians” not to release an illegal immigrant who faces more than 20 charges related to child pornography. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — The dog days of summer may slow some of us down, but they do not slow down smallmouth bass. Smallmouth are one of the most sought-after gamefish in North America. Late summer in Virginia may provide one of your best chances of catching one. That is because hot weather and warm […]

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The city of Roanoke held a vigil Wednesday night for overdose awareness. India Robinson’s mother died of an overdose. Robinson said her mother wanted to live free of her addiction. “When I was younger, I was so embarrassed. I was embarrassed to have a mom...

On September 4th, Brookville High School will celebrate the newest members of the Brookville High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The Bees will celebrate the following athletes during their “Hall of Fame Game” against Alleghany:. Logan Thomas — Class of 2009. Brandon Inge — Class of 1995...

Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose career spanned more than six decades, died Tuesday at the age of 80. She had been admitted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville with kidney and autoimmune issues, and her death came as a sudden shock to family and fans alike. For...

ROANOKE, Va. – UPDATE:. This crash has been cleared, according to VDOT. A multi-vehicle crash is causing delays in the City of Roanoke on Wednesday, according to VDOT. The crash occurred near the ramp to Business US 220, and motorists can expect delays as a result. All north lanes are closed, and traffic backups are ar