On October 3, 2022, Special Agents with the Virginia State Police, members of the Special Investigations Program (Mass Transit Unit), and the Star City Drug and Violent Crime Task Force seize drugs, guns, and US Currency from a residence in the City of Roanoke. The package contained 2.3 pounds of Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid,…… Continue Reading
A bill that lays the groundwork for a retail marijuana market in Virginia is advancing in the General Assembly. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that details. 1-25 Weed BIll Wrap-WEB The post Lawmakers discuss possible establishment of retail marijuana market in Virginia first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke PD 1:30pm) Roanoke Police Officer involved in officer-involved shooting on Stratford Park Drive SW, Virginia State Police handling investigation. On January 25, 2023 at approximately 7:19 a.m., Roanoke Police were notified by the City of Roanoke E-911 Dispatch Center of a disorder in the 3700 block of Stratford Park Drive SW. An officer responded…… Continue Reading
UPDATE: One person is hospitalized following an officer involved shooting this morning at Leehy Manor apartments along Stratford Park drive in Southwest Roanoke. An officer was attempting to de-escalate the situation when the person pulled out a knife. The suspect’s injuries are not life threatening. Previous: There are reports of a heavy police presence this…… Continue Reading
UPDATE: One person is hospitalized following an officer involved shooting this morning at Leehy Manor apartments along Stratford Park drive in Southwest Roanoke. An officer was attempting to de-escalate the situation when the person pulled out a knife. The suspect’s injuries are not life threatening. Previous: There are reports of a heavy police presence this…… Continue Reading
A Roanoke tradition is returning to the area for its 13th year. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more: 01-25 H&G Show WRAP2-WEB The post Home and Garden exhibition back at the Berglund Center first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
The American Lung Association’s 21st annual “State of Tobacco Control” gives Virginia mostly-failing marks in its efforts to prevent or reduce tobacco use. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 1-25 Tobacco Wrap#1 See full report here The post Virginia gets failing grades for tobacco prevention efforts first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Richmond, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today hailed the passage of his tax relief proposals, HB 2138 and 2319, in the House of Delegates which will provide savings to Virginia families and local businesses. The legislation will now head to the Virginia Senate for consideration. “Virginians are still overtaxed, they deserve to keep more of their…… Continue Reading
A local organization has been working with lawmakers to fill a gap in Virginian’s education. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: 01-24 AdultSchool WRAP2-WEB The post Goodwill to bring adult education to Roanoke first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Recently, the U.S. hit its debt ceiling. Now, one Virginia congresswoman urges her colleagues to keep their eyes on the bigger picture. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: 01-23 Spanberger WRAP1-WEB The post VA Congresswoman weighs in on debt ceiling debate first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading