Saturday, May 18 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:46:46 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Ken Cuccinelli, Virginia's conservative activist attorney general, formally became the Republican gubernatorial nominee by acclamation Saturday in a
Cuccinelli used his nomination speech to tack to the political center as he eyes the November election, minimizing his support for restrictions on abortion and opposition to gay rights, as he attacked Democratic nominee Terry McAuliffe
Law enforcement officials tell News Channel 11 a vehicle drove into a group of several people at "Trail Days" in Damascus.
Law enforcement officials tell News Channel 11 a vehicle drove into a group of several people at "Trail Days" in Damascus. Pokey Harris, Emergency Management Coordinator with Washington County, VA, says the earliest reports indicate 50 to 60 injuries, some being critical. Harris says it is likely that 12 to 15 people were transported to local hospitals. She says there are no reports right now of any fatalities.
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:32:46 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Sen. Mark Obenshain has won the Republican nomination for attorney general in Virginia 35 years after his father won the party's U.S. Senate nomination.
Obenshain's father, Richard Obenshain, won the party's U.S. Senate nomination in the same building in 1978
Saturday, May 18 2013 4:43 PM EDT2013-05-18 20:43:13 GMT
DAMASCUS, Va. (AP) - Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a parade. Several people appear to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediately known. The
Witnesses said a car drove into a crowd at a parade
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:41:25 GMT
FARMVILLE, Va. (AP) - A Mega Millions ticket sold in Farmville matched all six numbers in the latest drawing and will split the estimated $190 million jackpot with the holder of another winning ticket
The Farmville Food Lion sold one of two winning tickets, which will be worth $95 million before taxes, and if the winner chooses the all-cash or annuity option
Friday, May 17 2013 11:49 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:49:25 GMT
WSLS 10 has learned the educational travel agency hired by a group of Pulaski County high school parents and students to facilitate a trip to Europe has 39 consumer complaints in the commonwealth of Massachusetts. The
WSLS 10 has learned the educational travel agency hired by a group of Pulaski County high school parents and students to facilitate a trip to Europe has 39 consumer complaints in the commonwealth of Massachusetts. The
FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) - Conn. Governor Malloy says 60 people have been transported to hospitals after two commuter trains collided in southwestern Connecticut. The Governor said 5 people were critically
FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) - Conn. Governor Malloy says 60 people have been transported to hospitals after two commuter trains collided in southwestern Connecticut. The Governor said 5 people were critically
Friday, May 17 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:12:31 GMT
VDACS news releaseThe Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reminds citizens that the deadline to apply for federal economic injury disaster loans is June 17, 2013. These loans, available
These loans, available from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), are for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private non-profit organizations of all sizes.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:45:09 GMT
As we reported Thursday $1.6 million in federal grant money could go a long way towards creating more growth in the West End area of Roanoke. This weekend you might see a number kids volunteering to kick
Hundreds of students and volunteers will be out Saturday working on 24 different projects in the West End area of the city.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:50:03 GMT
Roanoke city leaders have punted the downtown market plaza idea to the fall. City leaders will get rid of over a dozen parking spaces at the corner of Market Street and Campbell Avenue, those spaces directly
Roanoke city leaders have punted the downtown market plaza idea to the fall. City leaders will get rid of over a dozen parking spaces at the corner of Market Street and Campbell Avenue, those spaces directly
Friday, May 17 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:28:30 GMT
An upset in the lightweight division of the 17th annual CHIP "Tug for Tots!" The team from the Western Virginia Regional Jail defeated the eight time defending champion Roanoke City Sheriff's Office. A
An upset in the lightweight division of the 17th annual CHIP "Tug for Tots!" The team from the Western Virginia Regional Jail defeated the eight time defending champion Roanoke City Sheriff's Office. A
Friday, May 17 2013 12:32 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:32:49 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Gov. Bob McDonnell is launching an ambitious campaign to match more than 1,000 children in foster care with 1,000 adoptive parents. The "Virginia Adopts: Campaign for 1,000" will
Gov. Bob McDonnell is launching an ambitious campaign to match more than 1,000 children in foster care with 1,000 adoptive parents.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:27 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:27:19 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's Republican Party, now under tea party control, meets this weekend to formalize Ken Cuccinelli's gubernatorial nomination and decide its two other statewide candidates.
The convention will nominate Ken Cuccinelli for Governor, and choose candidates for Lt. Governor and Attorney General
Friday, May 17 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:19:16 GMT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - Federal prosecutors say more charges are expected against three Charlottesville residents charged with selling the fake IDs to thousands of college students across the country.
Federal prosecutors say more charges are expected against three Charlottesville residents charged with selling the fake IDs to thousands of college students across the country.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:17 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:17:54 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The Virginia Department of Social Services is being recognized for its use of technology to help improve efficiency and effectiveness. Gov. Bob McDonnell's office says the department
The CommonHelp portal allows residents to apply for benefits, check on the status of applications, renew for assistance, and manage their benefits.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:16:27 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Rates at Virginia's community colleges are going up. The State Board for Community Colleges voted Thursday to increase in-state tuition and mandatory fees rate by 4.4 percent.
The increase translates to $5.50 more per credit hour next school year, which will cost a typical full-time student an additional $165 annually.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:08:53 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The Virginia Employment Commission says the state's jobless rate fell in April for the second consecutive month. The state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2 percent
The state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in April. That's down from 5.3 percent in March, and down from 5.9 percent a year ago.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:01:19 GMT
VDOT has released its six year draft for Southwest Virginia and thanks to the transportation bill some new projects are getting much needed funding. Here are some of the highlights of the plan: VDOT
The plan is still considered a draft and needs state approval before taking effect.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:50 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:50:55 GMT
The debate over the use of drones continues across the United States but the impact is already being felt right here in our area. As we've reported back in March, Virginia Tech is fronting an application
The debate over the use of drones continues across the United States but the impact is already being felt right here in our area.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:44:30 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor this year. He
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:31:55 GMT
The Blue Ridge Independent Living Center is looking for more contractors to partner with to make home improvements for folks with disabilities. Each year, Roanoke City grants $75,000 to the non-profit
The Blue Ridge Independent Living Center is looking for more contractors to partner with to make home improvements for folks with disabilities.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:41:21 GMT
Investigators in Alleghany County say they're continuing to run down leads in the Ashley Rodriguez murder case. Investigators say they have a warrant for the arrest of Adan "Manuel" Rodriguez for his
Investigators in Alleghany County say they're continuing to run down leads in the Ashley Rodriguez murder case. Investigators say they have a warrant for the arrest of Adan "Manuel" Rodriguez for his
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:55:17 GMT
Roanoke's West End neighborhood is set to get more than $1.6 million in HUD money from the federal government for community improvements. The amount will be finalized at the end of the city's budgetary
Roanoke's West End neighborhood is set to get more than $1.6 million in HUD money from the federal government for community improvements. The amount will be finalized at the end of the city's budgetary
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:40 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:40:43 GMT
LARRY O'DELLAssociated Press RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Liberty University's challenge to the Obama administration's health care law is back before a federal appeals court in Virginia. A three-judge panel
Liberty claims the health care law violates the school's religious freedom
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:12:33 GMT
STEVE SZKOTAKAssociated Press RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A federal appeals court is considering the Sons of Confederate Veterans' challenge of the city of Lexington's decision to exclude the heritage group's
A federal appeals court is considering the Sons of Confederate Veterans' challenge of the city of Lexington's decision to exclude the heritage group's battle flag from its city light poles.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:07:12 GMT
Dawn Toole was voted by the viewers at our Mother of May winner. Dawn is a kindergarten teacher at Patrick Henry Elementary School in Martinsville. With the help of school administration we surprised
Dawn Toole started a weekend backpack program for area students called Mercy Nuggets, so they'll have food to eat over the weekend.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:34:26 GMT
Court records show a Glenvar high school student is under investigation for using his smart phone to take pictures looking up several students and teachers skirts. A search warrant on file in Roanoke
Court records show a Glenvar high school student is under investigation for using his smart phone to take pictures looking up several students and teachers skirts. A search warrant on file in Roanoke
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:09 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:09:46 GMT
The Pulaski County School Board is seeing what, if anything, it can do to help more than two dozen parents and students at Pulaski County High School after he looks like they'll be denied a trip to Europe.
The Pulaski County School Board is seeing what, if anything, it can do to help more than two dozen parents and students at Pulaski County High School after he looks like they'll be denied a trip to Europe.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:43 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:43:45 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has recused his office from representing Gov. Bob McDonnell in matters related to theft charges against the Executive
Attorneys from the Richmond firm of Eckert Seamans headed by Democratic former Attorney General Tony Troy will be legal counsel to McDonnell
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:46:47 GMT
LOUISA, Va. (AP) - Wednesday has gotten off to a shaky start for some residents in Louisa County. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that a magnitude-2.3 earthquake struck in the county at 7:01 a.m.
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that a magnitude-2.3 earthquake struck in the county at 7:01 a.m.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:51 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:51:47 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A new Quinnipiac University poll shows Gov. Bob McDonnell's job approval dipping to its lowest point in two years. But it's not because of gifts he
A new Quinnipiac University poll shows Gov. Bob McDonnell's job approval dipping to its lowest point in two years
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:41:28 GMT
A Faith Christian School senior is heading to college with a pretty unique scholarship - The Gates Millennium Scholarship from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Senior Katherine Quiroz started the
A Faith Christian School senior is heading to college with a pretty unique scholarship - The Gates Millennium Scholarship from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:24:06 GMT
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock said he used to take only a step toward recovery each day after Jonathan Agee shot him twice on Memorial Day 2011. But after Agee's sentencing hearing, and
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock said he used to take only a step toward recovery each day after Jonathan Agee shot him twice on Memorial Day 2011. But after Agee's sentencing hearing, and
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:23:56 GMT
Mandy Brannock said she had been telling her husband, former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, that he wasn't a coward from day one. Mandy Brannock said that was the first thing she remembered her
Mandy Brannock said she had been telling her husband, former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, that he wasn't a coward from day one. Mandy Brannock said that was the first thing she remembered her
Monday, May 13 2013 8:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:45:10 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Gov. Bob McDonnell has held a ceremonial signing for a major legislative triumph. The ceremonial signing Monday at the Capitol was for his sweeping, long-term overhaul of Virginia's
The measure replaces Virginia's 17 1/2 cents-per-gallon retail gasoline tax with a 3.5 percent wholesale tax on gasoline and a 6 percent levy on diesel fuel. It boosts statewide sales taxes from 5 percent to 5.3 percent and increases the titling tax on car sales.
Monday, May 13 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:05:48 GMT
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, along with his wife Mandy, sat down with WSLS 10 to talk about how the family is recovering following Memorial Day 2011, when Jonathan Agee shot Brannock twice
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, along with his wife Mandy, sat down with WSLS 10 to talk about how the family is recovering following Memorial Day 2011, when Jonathan Agee shot Brannock twice
Monday, May 13 2013 7:10 AM EDT2013-05-13 11:10:05 GMT
The late start of spring is proving to be trying for businesses at Smith Mountain Lake. But sunny skies are helping shift the focus from spring to summer, which means fishing tournaments are getting underway. Smith
Bassmaster Magazine ranked Smith Mountain Lake 25th nationwide for bass fishing.
Friday, May 10 2013 9:54 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:54:48 GMT
Virginia State Police honored a Pulaski County trooper on Friday, who was killed in the line of duty.During the annual State Police memorial service in Chesterfield County, a portrait of Trooper Andrew
During the annual State Police memorial service in Chesterfield County, a portrait of Trooper Andrew Fox was unveiled
Friday, May 10 2013 9:30 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:30:16 GMT
Friday we introduce you to our final nominee for our Mothers of May contest. Erica Thomas was not able to meet with us because she's by her husband's side in Richmond after he underwent a major surgery
Erica Thomas was not able to meet with us, because she's by her husband's side in Richmond after he underwent a major surgery this week, but her 17-year-old sister, Elana, she's helping raise wanted to honor Erica by nominating her as a Mother of May.
Friday, May 10 2013 8:04 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:04:46 GMT
State Corporation Commission news releaseThe State Corporation Commission (SCC) will hold a public hearing on June 18, 2013, on a request by Dominion Virginia Power (DVP) for an increase in its fuel factor.
The SCC will hold a public hearing on June 18, 2013, on a request by Dominion Virginia Power for an increase in its fuel factor
Friday, May 10 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:12:11 GMT
David Prince can either travel across Virginia for a chance at winning the state long jump competition or walk across the stage with his class mates for graduation.
David Prince can either travel across Virginia for a chance at winning the state long jump competition or walk across the stage with his classmates for graduation.
Friday, May 10 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:02:16 GMT
Investigators admit they can't be sure, but they believe it's possible the actions of Christiansburg police captain Chris Ramsey might have saved Matt Brannock's life on Memorial Day 2011, or at least
Investigators admit they can't be sure, but they believe it's possible the actions of Christiansburg police captain Chris Ramsey might have saved Matt Brannock's life on Memorial Day 2011, or at least
Friday, May 10 2013 4:38 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:38:01 GMT
The elder brother suspected in the Boston Marathon bombing has been buried near Kings Dominion and the Virginia State Fair, according to a report by the Boston Globe.Sources tell the newspaper that Tamerlan
Caroline County leaders say they will examine whether all laws were followed in carrying out the hushed burial of Tamerlan Tsarnaev
Friday, May 10 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:22:23 GMT
Henrico County Police say a man from Roanoke was found shot to death early Thursday.Investigators tell us 32-year-old Thomas Randall was shot once, and found inside a room at the Legacy Inn motel, in the
32-year-old Thomas Randall was shot once, and found inside a room at the Legacy Inn motel in Henrico County
Friday, May 10 2013 5:28 AM EDT2013-05-10 09:28:25 GMT
The growing drug problem in Southwest Virginia is beginning to catch the attention of legislators in Richmond. Last week WSLS 10's Scott Leamon broke down the growing heroin problem in the area due in
The attorney general said prescription drugs and meth are still Southwest Virginia's biggest problems, but acknowledged heroin is on the radar as well.
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:07:47 GMT
Thursday's Mothers of May finalist is a kindergarten teacher who is also making a difference for students outside the classroom on the weekends. Two years ago, Dawn Toole created a weekend backpack program
Thursday's Mothers of May finalist is a kindergarten teacher who is also making a difference for students outside the classroom on the weekends.
Thursday, May 9 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-05-09 17:00:36 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The University of Virginia remains one of the nation's least socioeconomically diverse public schools in the nation, according to a new report that also commends the University of
The New America Foundation says UVA and Virginia Tech should be "a cautionary tale in the debate over the privatization of public higher education" and the high-tuition, high-aid strategy
Wednesday, May 8 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-05-09 00:11:58 GMT
Thursday's mother of may finalist Shirley Mullins is on mission to make a difference in the lives of local women struggling to get back on their feet. 10 years ago, Shirley was asked if she would like
Thursday's mother of may finalist Shirley Mullins is on mission to make a difference in the lives of local women struggling to get back on their feet.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-05-08 23:03:49 GMT
BOB LEWIS AP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Don't look for Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling at this month's Virginia Republican Convention, the party's statewide nominating process that he last year vehemently
Bolling felt his disagreement with a nomination method that he believes excludes too many people, and caters to the most ideologically extreme, precludes his involvement
Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-08 22:31:07 GMT
11:10 a.m.From Scott Leamon, WSLS reporter at the courthouseDay two of the murder and shooting sentencing for Jonathan Agee is in a break.This morning (Wednesday) a steroid expert from Harvard Medical
Steroid expert testified if Agee had not been taking steroids, then he would not have killed his ex-wife
Wednesday, May 8 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-05-08 20:35:35 GMT
Roanoke City Public Schools Superintendent Rita Bishop has been selected as this year's Virginia Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Bishop was named at the Virginia Association of School Superintendents
Roanoke City Public Schools Superintendent Rita Bishop has been selected as this year's Virginia Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Bishop was named at the Virginia Association of School Superintendents
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:19 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:19:55 GMT
10:47 a.m.From Scott Leamon, WSLS reporter at the courthouseThe sentencing for convicted murderer Jonathan Agee is underway. The former Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputy previously entered no contest
One of Jonathan Agee's defenses centers around that he felt that Jennifer Agee was trying to force him to give up custody of their youngest daughter
Tuesday, May 7 2013 10:57 PM EDT2013-05-08 02:57:48 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Republican Ken Cuccinelli is proposing to slash taxes by $1.4 billion, including cutting corporate tax rates by one-third if he's elected governor.
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is proposing to slash taxes by $1.4 billion, including cutting corporate tax rates by one-third if he's elected governor.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-07 22:49:13 GMT
Tuesday's Mothers of May nominee has not only set a great example for her kids, but she's demonstrated tremendous strength as a breast cancer survivor. We talked to Cathy Pinkley about nominating her
Tuesday's Mothers of May nominee has not only set a great example for her kids, but she's demonstrated tremendous strength as a breast cancer survivor.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-05-07 15:26:43 GMT
Voters are exactly six months away from electing a new governor and now the campaign trail is beginning to heat up. Gubernatorial candidates Ken Cuccinelli (R) and Terry McAuliffe (D) are both making
Democrat Terry McAuliffe will be campaigning in Roanoke today. Republican Ken Cuccinelli campaigned in Botetourt County on Monday.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:20 AM EDT2013-05-07 13:20:13 GMT
Former Franklin County sheriff's deputy Jonathan Agee faces the possibility of receiving two life sentences tomorrow at his sentencing hearing in Roanoke Circuit Court. It is a joint sentencing between
Former Franklin County sheriff's deputy Jonathan Agee faces the possibility of receiving two life sentences tomorrow at his sentencing hearing in Roanoke Circuit Court. It is a joint sentencing between
Tuesday, May 7 2013 12:03 AM EDT2013-05-07 04:03:40 GMT
Roanoke city council took a step this morning toward its first salary increase since 2008. Mayor David Bowers would go from making $20,000 to $23,000. The vice mayor's position, now held by Court Rosen,
Roanoke city council took a step this morning toward its first salary increase since 2008. Mayor David Bowers would go from making $20,000 to $23,000. The vice mayor's position, now held by Court Rosen,
Monday, May 6 2013 9:19 PM EDT2013-05-07 01:19:23 GMT
Monday marks the first of a number of outstanding mothers we plan to highlight for our Mothers of May contest. Our first mother is 96-year-old Lucille Graybill and her love for music made a difference
Our first mother is 96-year-old Lucille Graybill and her love for music made a difference not just for her family, but in her community as well.
Monday, May 6 2013 5:48 PM EDT2013-05-06 21:48:56 GMT
Several WWE Superstars worked out in Roanoke gyms before "Monday Night Raw" at the Roanoke Civic Center. Ryback, Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett, Alberto Del Rio, and Ricardo Rodriguez worked out
Several WWE Superstars worked out in Roanoke gyms before "Monday Night Raw" at the Roanoke Civic Center. Ryback, Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett, Alberto Del Rio, and Ricardo Rodriguez worked out
Monday, May 6 2013 1:14 PM EDT2013-05-06 17:14:44 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A public television show on architectural landmarks will feature the Virginia State Capitol. House Speaker Bill Howell said Monday the Capitol is included in the PBS special "10
The Capitol is included in the PBS special "10 Buildings That Changed America"
Monday, May 6 2013 12:59 PM EDT2013-05-06 16:59:11 GMT
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - A pair of Virginia songwriters is suing Justin Bieber and Usher for $10 million for copyright infringement. Devin Copeland and Mareio Overton claim the song "Somebody to Love" contains
Devin Copeland and Mareio Overton claim the song "Somebody to Love" contains numerous lyrical and stylistic similarities to the song they wrote in 2008 by the same name
Monday, May 6 2013 11:58 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:58:02 GMT
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) - At least one person has died as heavy rain and wind pounded western North Carolina, downing trees and power lines and delaying or closing schools in some counties. Authorities
Authorities say a Norfolk Southern worker was killed in a mudslide as he checked on tracks near Black Mountain early Monday
Monday, May 6 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:08:34 GMT
LEXINGTON, Va. (AP) - Virginia Military Institute's Board of Visitors has approved across-the-board tuition increases. In-state students at the Lexington school will pay 2.9 percent more for tuition,
In-state students at the Lexington school will pay 2.9 percent more for tuition, while out-of-state students will see a 4.5 percent increase
Monday, May 6 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:07:48 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Public hearings are scheduled at several locations in Virginia this month on proposed stormwater regulations related to construction activities. The hearings are being conducted
They are intended to address changes to the general permit for discharges of stormwater from construction activities to surface water.
Monday, May 6 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:06:08 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - With the arrival of May, farm markets are opening for business across Virginia. The state has more than 220 farmers' markets. That ranks that state ninth in the nation. While some
The state has more than 220 farmers' markets. That ranks that state ninth in the nation
Monday, May 6 2013 7:48 AM EDT2013-05-06 11:48:53 GMT
Jury deliberation will get going again today in the Jodi Arias trial. Arias is charged in the 2008 murder of her boyfriend Travis Alexander. If convicted, she could face life in prison or the death penalty. Today
Monday, May 6 2013 7:13 AM EDT2013-05-06 11:13:43 GMT
The Mowles are like a lot of families in southwest and central Virginia, in transition. Lyn is starting a new job this week closer to her home in Moneta and that means finding a new daycare center for
Experts say parents need to do their research when it comes to daycare facilities.
Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a parade. Several people appear to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediately known. The accident occurred around 2:30 p.m....
Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a parade. Several people appear to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediately known.
Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a parade. Several people appear to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediately known.
A Mega Millions ticket sold in Farmville has matched all six numbers in the latest drawing and will split the estimated $190 million jackpot with the holder of another winning ticket bought in New Jersey.
A Mega Millions ticket sold in Farmville has matched all six numbers in the latest drawing and will split the estimated $190 million jackpot with the holder of another winning ticket bought in New Jersey.
A woman at Hollins University who's known to fellow students as the dormitory cleaning lady will join some of them in line at this weekend's commencement ceremonies.
A woman at Hollins University who's known to fellow students as the dormitory cleaning lady will join some of them in line at this weekend's commencement ceremonies.
Virginia's Republican Party, now under tea party control, will gavel its convention to order Friday and is preparing to formalize Ken Cuccinelli's gubernatorial nomination and decide its two other statewide...
Virginia's Republican Party, now under tea party control, will gavel its convention to order Friday and is preparing to formalize Ken Cuccinelli's gubernatorial nomination and decide its two other statewide...
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor this year.
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor this year.
Four years in the making, Virginia's far-flung tea party groups will officially plant their flag not only on the Republican Party but on its nominees for the state's highest offices as well.
Four years in the making, Virginia's far-flung tea party groups will officially plant their flag not only on the Republican Party but on its nominees for the state's highest offices as well.
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is planning his first policy speech in Richmond as his Democratic rival in the governor's race tours Virginia through Thursday in what he's calling an official campaign launch.
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is planning his first policy speech in Richmond as his Democratic rival in the governor's race tours Virginia through Thursday in what he's calling an official campaign launch.
Democrat Terry McAuliffe is continuing statewide tour with his party's luminaries in an official launch of a Virginia governor's race he entered almost six months ago.
Democrat Terry McAuliffe is continuing statewide tour with his party's luminaries in an official launch of a Virginia governor's race he entered almost six months ago.
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A grand jury in Fayette County has indicted the former chief of a volunteer fire department and his wife on felony charges related to allegedly taking department funds for personal use. Ex-Smithers fire chief Timothy M....
A grand jury in Fayette County has indicted the former chief of a volunteer fire department and his wife on felony charges related to allegedly taking department funds for personal use.
A grand jury in Fayette County has indicted the former chief of a volunteer fire department and his wife on felony charges related to allegedly taking department funds for personal use.
The Washington Redskins have signed fourth-round draft pick Phillip Thomas, a safety from Fresno State who led major college football with eight interceptions last season.
The Washington Redskins have signed fourth-round draft pick Phillip Thomas, a safety from Fresno State who led major college football with eight interceptions last season.
Stephen Strasburg pitched a career-high eight innings against his hometown Padres, and Bryce Harper and Adam LaRoche homered to lead the Washington Nationals to a 6-2 victory against San Diego on Thursday night....
Stephen Strasburg pitched a career-high eight innings against his hometown Padres, and Bryce Harper and Adam LaRoche homered to lead the Washington Nationals to a 6-2 victory against San Diego on Thursday night.
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:46:46 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Ken Cuccinelli, Virginia's conservative activist attorney general, formally became the Republican gubernatorial nominee by acclamation Saturday in a
Cuccinelli used his nomination speech to tack to the political center as he eyes the November election, minimizing his support for restrictions on abortion and opposition to gay rights, as he attacked Democratic nominee Terry McAuliffe
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:45:29 GMT
Saturday was the big day of serving in cities across the country, including here in Roanoke. Nearly 200 teens and leaders who participated in the event got to relax at Green Memorial United Methodist Church
They spent most of the morning and afternoon in the West End neighborhood picking up trash, painting and doing easy home repairs.
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:44:32 GMT
With the cutting of a ribbon Saturday morning, it was finally time for the public to experience first hand what nearly two-years of work, and $27 million in upgrades created at Downtown Roanoke's Center
Judging by the expressions and reactions of people who walked into the science and cultural mecca on Saturday, the $27 million renovation is getting good reviews
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:32:41 GMT
Virginia Tech Police are searching for a man who officers say robbed a female student on campus Saturday morning.The young woman told investigators that she was walking in-between Vawter and Newman Halls
Woman was walking in-between Vawter and Newman Halls at 7:35 a.m., when a man walked up behind her, told her not to turn around, grabbed her purse, then ran off.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:59 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:59:19 GMT
The Local Colors Festival in downtown Roanoke certainly lived up to its name Saturday afternoon. The annual event celebrates the more than one hundred nationalities that call the Roanoke Valley home through
The annual event celebrates the more than one hundred nationalities that call the Roanoke Valley home through food, dance, clothing, music, and more.
