We’ve heard about some of the Democrats running for Governor already – today we’ll learn more about a candidate from another part of Virginia and hear the latest from a former Governor seeking another term. WFIR’s Ian Price has this “Longer Listen” on gubernatorial candidates Delegate Lee Carter and Former Governor Terry McAuliffe. 05-27 Terry-Carter…… Continue Reading
Summer air travel is quickly rebounding across the country, and that includes traffic at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport – almost all of it coming from leisure fliers. Airport officials say passenger numbers here have reached about 80% of the levels seen two years ago. WFIR’s Evan Jones has more: 05-28 Air Travel Wrap-Web The post…… Continue Reading
One of Virginia’s Democratic US Senators has already supported it; the other is taking a wait-and-see approach. Its the PRO ACT, centered in part on a worker’s choices when it comes to joining a union. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 5-28 Pro Act Wrap#1-WEB The post Pros and cons of the PRO ACT first appeared…… Continue Reading
NEWS RELEASE: At 6:24 p.m. on Monday (May 24), Virginia State Police responded to a crash on Route 16 just north of Route 617. A 2005 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling north on Route 16 when it lost control coming out of a curve, crossed the center line and laid over. The driver, David S. Greer, Jr.,…… Continue Reading
Average Roanoke Valley home prices continue to climb, up about 25 % in April over the year before. On top of that, the average price of a completed home sale here last month topped $300,000, the first time it has reached that level. Realtors say the local numbers continue reflect national trends of significantly higher…… Continue Reading
Roanoke Police are investigating the latest shooting incident involving a juvenile. This one happened shortly after midnight on Rutgers Street Northwest, just south of Hershberger Road in the Valley View-Crossroads area. Police say the juvenile’s gunshot wound appeared to be serious. So far, there is no word of any suspects or any arrest. NEWS RELEASE:…… Continue Reading
A procedural vote could be taken today in the US Senate today regarding the establishment of a bi-partisan commission to investigate the January 6th Capitol riot. It was approved in the House, but its fate in the Senate is unclear, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: 5-27 Kaine Wrap#1 The post January 6 Commission vote could…… Continue Reading
When the Memorial Day holiday weekend kicks off tomorrow, so will the traditional start of the summer travel season. And from all indications, a lot of people are making up for lost vacation time. AAA Mid-Atlantic expects the number of Virginians hitting the highway this weekend to be up 50% over last year — air…… Continue Reading
UVA beats Virginia Tech 3-2 in their opening round ACC baseball tournament game in Charlotte yesterday. The Cavaliers move on to play top-seed Notre Dame on Friday. WPLY-MIN The post UVA, VT open ACC baseball tourney play by facing off first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Former Senator John Warner was always a Republican, but he sometimes faced criticism from within the GOP for votes on issues that included gun-control. He turned back a primary challenge running re-election in 1996. After leaving the Senate, he often endorsed Democrats. WFIR’s Evan Jones has more: 05-26 Warner Remembered Wrap1-WEB Warner passed away Tuesday…… Continue Reading