WFIR News Express

In today’s WFIR News Express for Friday, September 12th, 2025: 🙏 Governor Youngkin calls for a statewide moment of prayer to honor slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk 💉 Virginia expands access to the updated 2025 COVID-19 vaccine — no prescription needed for most adults 🧠 A local veteran shares how monthly meetups help prevent suicide during Suicide Prevention Month 🌎 The Blue Ridge Land...

Here is the latest news surrounding the death of Conservative activist Charlie Kirk .

In today’s WFIR News Express for Wednesday, September 10th, 2025: A Roanoke mother is charged with felony murder in the suffocation and meth-related death of her infant Virginia’s Attorney General investigates insulin manufacturers over alleged price inflation Tourism in Virginia’s Blue Ridge hits a record-breaking year despite storm concerns Franklin County schools may add AI gun-detection tech t...

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from around the Commonwealth of Virginia and Roanoke Valley.

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

In today’s WFIR News Express for Thursday, September 4th, 2025: A Salem School Board vice chair faces a DWI charge after a weekend crash on I-81 Lawmakers discuss moving Virginia’s election schedule to even-numbered years A rural healthcare warning: six Virginia hospitals could close under new Medicaid cuts School Security Officers in Lynchburg now cleared to carry firearms Senator Mark Warner say...

Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger says her party needs to “do the hard work” if it hopes to win big in 2025 — and she won’t support redrawing the state’s political maps. Also in today’s WFIR News Express: • A Roanoke woman sues Habitat for Humanity for $12 million after a serious construction site fall • Councilman Phazhon Nash calls for changes to Roanoke’s controvers...

On the September 2nd edition of WFIR News Express : Virginia’s unofficial election season kicks off as all three gubernatorial candidates—Winsome Earle-Sears, Abigail Spanberger, and Donna Charles—speak at the Buena Vista Labor Day Parade. Upcoming candidate forums for key House of Delegates races set in Salem and Blacksburg. A new Community Empowerment Center opens in Roanoke, offering family ser...

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Two children are dead after a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis — Virginia faith leaders are reacting, and flags will fly at half-staff. In Danville, a dog that killed an 8-year-old boy will be euthanized after rabies quarantine. Governor Youngkin says Virginia SOL scores are improving thanks to tougher academic standards. Also in today’s episode: 🗳️ Abigail Spanberger vows to repeal Yo...

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares says Roanoke College violated the Human Rights Act after alleged retaliation against female swimmers who opposed a transgender athlete’s participation. In other top stories: longtime WDBJ7 meteorologist Brent Watts announces his retirement, a man is arrested in a $440,000 Bedford County drug and gun bust, and Governor Youngkin says Virginia won’t pursue mid-...

📚 Historic moment for Roanoke : Virginia’s first-ever adult high school opens at Melrose Plaza, offering second chances with built-in child care and job support — and Governor Youngkin is on hand. 💰 Roanoke Valley home prices top $419,000 on average — the highest ever. Why it's happening and what it means for buyers. 🎨 Graffiti vandals hit a local gym , and police need your help. 🏛️ New Dem...

On this Friday edition of WFIR News Express — August 22, 2025: 🚔 Child Porn Arrest in Forest : A 38-year-old man is behind bars after investigators say he was caught with child sexual abuse material. 🌊 Roanoke Hotel Flooded : Heavy rains forced guests to evacuate an Extended Stay hotel. Fire and EMS responded fast — hear what one guest saw. 🏙️ State of the City : Mayor Joe Cobb touts progress on...

On the August 21st edition of WFIR News Express : Zoning Lawsuit on Hold : A lawsuit over Roanoke City’s zoning amendments has been paused as city council works on new revisions. Todd Gilbert Resigns : The former Virginia House Speaker steps down just weeks after becoming U.S. Attorney for the Western District. Federal Education Clash : The Trump administration labels five Northern Virginia school...

On the Wednesday, August 20th edition of WFIR News Express : Historic Deal : Roanoke County finalizes the largest land acquisition in its history by taking over Explore Park. Election Pulse : A new Roanoke College poll shows Abigail Spanberger narrowing the gap with Winsome Earle-Sears in the Virginia Governor's race. Poll Trends : Trump’s favorability climbs in VA, while Governor Youngkin hol...

Democrat Abigail Spanberger opens a 7-point lead over Winsome Earle-Sears in Virginia’s governor race, according to a new Roanoke College poll. Plus: • Roanoke Police launch a real-time crime center, “The Roc3” • Debate locked in for October between Spanberger and Earle-Sears • Trump’s DC National Guard deployment draws legal heat • AG Miyares backs emergency drug crackdown and defends Guard respo...

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from across the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from across the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here is the latest news from across the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.