Joseph Richard Walker is charged with killing a drug dealer at his Roanoke home and later setting the body on fire in Bedford County.
The veteran educator was named teacher of the year for the 14 school systems of Virginia's Region 6, and is in the running to be the commonwealth's teacher of the year.
More than 51,000 customers and former customers were affected, according to lawsuit.
Roanoke County Public Schools Education Foundation recognized five educators Wednesday night for excellence in teaching.
As state politicians and university administrators led the drive for pioneering compensation opportunities for college athletes in Virginia, coaches anxiously awaited the final legislation.
Plus a comeback win for Coy Lamm helped the Patrick Henry tennis team beat William Byrd
The bill takes effect July 1, overrides confusing NCAA restrictions and could, advocates believe, be a catalyst for a desperately needed national standard protected by Congress and/or the courts.
Daniel Nathan Janack is facing five charges related to the April 2 death of 25-year-old Chad O. Pennington.
The Havoc used Buster Larsson's four-goal performance to defeat Roanoke 5-2 in the semifinal opener at the Huntsville Ice Sports Complex.
Winston Marsden pulled the plug on the Virginia 420 Fest Tuesday evening, less than 48 hours after the dual-location event was supposed to kick off in Glenvar in Roanoke County and in Greenwood west of Charlottesville. Wednesday, the cannabis impresario was incommunicado.
The annual plant sale is set for April 18-20 at Virginia Tech’s Hahn Horticulture Garden as a lead up to Earth Day on Monday. The Hahn garden is in its 40th year in 2024 and uses the popular plant sale as a fundraiser for its operations. Established in 1984 by horticulture faculty, the garde…
A neuroscientist plans to open a biological laboratory inside in a former downtown Roanoke restaurant space.
When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, Republicans insisted the ruling would mostly impact those seeking abortions to end unwanted pregnancies. But that hasn’t been the case.
Millions across North America witnessed the moon block out the sun during a total solar eclipse Monday.
Dr. Robert H. Gowdy, a physics professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, explains what you need to know about the April 8 eclipse.
Joe Lieberman's death marks an irreplaceable loss for No Labels, injecting a new level of uncertainty into the organization’s 2024 ambitions.Â
College basketball statistician Ken Pomeroy (aka KenPom) comes on the podcast to talk about his wildly popular basketball analytics website and his time as a meteorologist.
The Supreme Court seems likely to preserve access to a medication that was used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions in the U.S. last year.Â
A federal appeals court has again prevented Texas from arresting and deporting migrants accused of entering the U.S. illegally, hours after the the law briefly took effect.
In Republican-led states across the U.S., conservative legislators are refusing to reevaluate abortion bans — even as doctors and patients insist the laws’ exceptions are dangerously unclear.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have clinched their parties' presidential nominations with decisive victories in a slate of low-profile primaries, setting up a general election rematch that many voters do not want.
Don't believe everything you see on social media. We debunk claims about a contagion, housing for migrants in New York City and watermelon mugs.
New study details eight recommendations to improve U.S. immigration enforcement and management, in light of a rapidly evolving reality at the southern border.
Don't believe everything you see on social media. We debunk claims involving Jeffrey Epstein, Nikki Haley and T-Mobile.
Hundreds of convictions, but a major mystery is still unsolved 3 years after the Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Three years after the attack on the U.S. Capitol, Washington's federal courthouse is flooded with trials, guilty plea hearings and sentencings stemming from the largest criminal investigation in American history. And the hunt for suspects is far from over.
The 81st Golden Globe Awards will be the first major broadcast of awards season, with a new home on CBS. Here's more to know about event.
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What stores are open and closed for New Year's Eve 2023? See hours for Walmart, Target, CVS and more
While a handful of major chains operate normally on the final day of the year, many others close up shop early. Here's a rundown of New Year's Eve hours for stores across the U.S. this year.
In honor of the change of seasons, we've compiled a package of facts as well as tips to help get you through winter.
How far can a state go to keep migrants out of the U.S.? The answer may soon come out of Texas. A new law signed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott this week will allow police to arrest migrants who cross the U.S.-Mexico border illegally and give local judges the authority to order them to leave…
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The debate over alleged antisemitism at the Thomas Jefferson-founded University of Virginia is dividing, among others, Jews.
In soliciting bids, the city required applicants include a casino, destination resort, retail shopping, dining and drink options, an events center and a hotel with at least 500 rooms with a preference for two 4-star hotels.
Read through the obituaries published today in Roanoke Times.
The House of Delegates on Wednesday quickly dispatched the governor's proposed budget amendments. That likely paves the way for a fresh start on the spending plan in a special session.
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Wednesday’s reconvened session of the General Assembly will determine whether Virginia's most-recent NIL bill becomes law July 1 or Nov. 15.Â
Could a personnel change help Virginia improve its punt-coverage team?
Plus baseball and lacrosse action and hockey news.
Dylan Wittke concluded Virginia Tech’s spring practice as the No. 3 quarterback behind Kyron Drones and Pop Watson. He is expecting a change of scenery will give him a better chance of competing for a starting job.
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"Under the Bridge," "Thank You Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story" and "Dinner with the Parents" are coming to streaming services, while "Civil War" leads at the box office.
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Starbucks says its new planet-friendlier cups are part of a sustained sustainability push at the coffee giant. McDonald’s and Coca-Cola are also rethinking plastic packaging.
As Earth Day approaches, individuals and businesses alike are turning their focus towards sustainable practices that can help protect our environment – as many as 87% of business leaders say that sustainability initiatives are important to their business and long-term success. One significant area of concern is the vast amount of electronic waste generated each […]
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, who co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit, "Ramblin' Man," has died. He was 80.
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