Parents are voicing serious concerns as Roanoke City Public Schools grapples with a significant budget deficit, prompting discussions of widespread cuts that could affect everything from transportation to staff.
A state bill under consideration could change Roanoke’s ordinance that currently makes it a Class 4 misdemeanor for homeless individuals to camp on sidewalks in downtown Roanoke.
The City of Roanoke have been doing their best to try and keep the roads cleared, with snowplow crews working on twenty-four-hour rotations seven days a week.
Throughout the day and well into the evening, what seemed to be a blanket of snow-covered Roanoke. With snow, comes ice that can make driving a little hard while bringing plenty of car issues.
First responders in Roanoke are dealing with dangerous conditions as a winter storm blankets the area, prompting the city to activate its 24-hour Emergency Operations Center.
The City of Roanoke announced that daily and transient parking will be free in all PARK Roanoke garages during the extreme weather our area is expecting, beginning on Saturday. The free parking will continue until the city “resumes normal business operations.”
The City of Roanoke is asking for drivers to do their best to keep the roads clear by doing one of two things: park in either your own driveway and/or garages or park on one side of the street.
Community members will have a chance to weigh in on the new zoning in the City of Roanoke at a public meeting Wednesday evening at Belmont Library, 1101 Morningside Street SE.
Roanoke Solid Waste Management announced Wednesday that it would be collecting natural Christmas trees through Thursday, Jan. 29. Residents should remove all lights, bulbs, ornaments, garland and tinsel before placing the tree at the curb with bulk and brush on their regular collection day.
The City of Roanoke’s Economic Development Authority announced Wednesday that it had received a $2.5 million award to support affordable housing development of the former Walker Foundry Site on behalf of developer Greg Kaknes and The Foundry Realty, LLC.
The City of Roanoke is spending at least $6,000 monthly on a Richmond lobbying firm to advance its proposed casino project at the state level, even as local education advocates question the expenditure amid school budget constraints.
The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking feedback on a transportation study assessing potential roadway improvements along Melrose Ave/Orange Ave between Lafayette Boulevard and Gainsboro Road in the City of Roanoke.
A Roanoke man wanted by U.S. Marshals was fatally shot by officers after barricading himself inside a house for several hours, according to Virginia State Police.
Construction began Wednesday morning on a home in the historic Belmont neighborhood that will be restored to provide affordable housing for people experiencing homelessness next year.
The City of Roanoke will hold four community listening sessions for residents to share their experiences working with or communicating with the City.
Forty years ago on November 4, 1985, a flood devastated the Roanoke Valley. The remnants of Hurricane Juan dumped more than six inches of rain in just 24 hours, causing the Roanoke River to rise nearly 20 feet and crest at a record 23.35 feet. Ten people lost their lives in the Flood of 1985, and thousands of homes and businesses were damaged.
The Virginia Tech Foundation is exploring the possibility of selling the historic Hotel Roanoke, a landmark that has been in the city for over a century.
The program, hosted at Saint John’s Episcopal Church, is holding an open house Thursday night from 4 to 6 p.m. to showcase its expanded services!
A vehicle crash on I-581 Northbound at mile marker 0.7 is causing delays in the City of Roanoke. Motorists can expect delays and the north center lane, right lane and right shoulder are closed. The on-ramp from Williamson Road to I-581 North is narrowed, according to VDOT.
From parking improvements to upgrading the area around Amtrak, the City of Roanoke is making significant enhancements to Downtown Roanoke aimed at attracting new businesses and increasing foot traffic in the city’s historic district.
On Tuesday morning, the Kiwanis Club of Roanoke will temporarily rename the Mill Mountain Star in honor of the late Susan Williams, a lifelong public servant and beloved advocate.
The City of Roanoke has secured a $1 million award from the state’s Industrial Revitalization Fund to support the redevelopment of the former Walker Foundry site.
Monday’s City Council meeting saw the Roanoke City Council make a move towards clearing up those city maintenance issues, passing a Line of Credit Bond Anticipation Note - or LOCBAN for short - worth $25 million.
Mayor Joe Cobb also made a proclamation declaring July 5, 2025 as “Booker T. Washington Park Day” in honor of its cultural significance and historical value to Roanoke.
The Carilion Clinic announced the beginning of the public phase of its “Reaching Fair, Caring Close” campaign, an effort to raise $100 million to support the construction of the new Carilion Taubman Cancer Center.
Roanoke City Public Schools announced Monday that the original Lucy Addison High School, built in 1928 as a segregated high school for Black Roanokers, was one of the nine historic places recently listed in the Virginia Landmarks Register.
Many college students and recent graduates are spending the summer at employers across Virginia, gaining some real-life skills and experience. The City of Roanoke is once again one of the best places in the commonwealth to do so, according to one group.
The City of Roanoke is launching an initiative, at the beginning of June, inviting local artists to decorate traffic signal boxes with artwork inspired by the slogan “Focused Driving, Safe Arriving.”
The City of Roanoke will meet today to discuss an amendment to the 2024-2025 annual budget for the Roanoke City Public Schools budget.
Performances were given on the main stage at Elmwood Park while different booths showed off the many performances, food, and cultural traditions that stem from more than 60 countries.
Wasena Park is on the brink of another major transformation. City officials and community members gathered today to celebrate the start of two long-awaited projects set to enhance recreation on wheels and water.
In correspondence first reported by the Roanoke Rambler and obtained by 10 News through a records request, city and school leaders traded harsh words over spending.
The Local Energy Alliance Program and the City of Roanoke have launched a new program that intends to make solar power more accessible to locals.
Downtown Roanoke, Inc. (DRI) is rallying community support during GIVE Roanoke, the region’s largest day of giving, to raise funds for its Ambassador and Beautification programs.
For two years now, neighbors living in the 500 block of McDowell Avenue have been concerned over the prolonged buildup of trash at one of the properties in the neighborhood.
The sentencing date for Daydrian Martin, the 15-year-old charged with murder in the killing of 15-year-old Isaac Cunningham, has been postponed.
The City of Roanoke Department of Social Services is alerting residents to a nationwide EBT skimming scam that has affected individuals across the country, including local residents.
The foster care crisis impacts thousands of children across Virginia. Children are removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect, through no fault of their own. The lack of stability can take a huge toll, but there are ways the community can help.
The two-week lane reconfiguration test on Gus Nicks Boulevard has officially concluded, and as of today, traffic is back to normal. This change comes as a relief to many drivers and business owners who experienced frustration during the test period.
The 2025 Business Summit will be held in the Star City on Monday morning, aimed at ensuring small businesses have ample support and the necessary resources for success.
Hundreds and Hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the Poff Federal Building in Roanoke to protest the actions of Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE.
As Virginia braces for another winter storm, travel and safety experts are urging residents to plan ahead to avoid dangerous situations. Crews from both the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and local city agencies are already on the roads, preparing for the upcoming weather conditions.
The status shows how the city has demonstrated policies, practices and services are inclusive to everyone, especially those who come from other countries.
As the region deals with the aftermath of the recent winter storm, icy conditions continue to make travel challenging. While main roads are typically prioritized for snow removal, many back roads and parking lots remain neglected, with crews still working around the clock to make roads safe and bring conditions back to normal.
Market on Melrose is finally opening in Northwest Roanoke later this morning, an area known as a local food desert.
As the 2024 Go Outside Festival approaches this weekend, the city of Roanoke is making it easier to get to the festival without a car.
The City of Roanoke will be putting a green spotlight on the iconic Wells Fargo Tower Wednesday night, to raise awareness about a little-known devastating illness, known as PANS/PANDAS that strikes young people after common infections.
The Grand Jury For the City of Roanoke met Monday and found probable cause to return bills of indictment in three cases with interest to the community at large, the Commonwealth’s Attorney Office said.
The 82-acre property called Tract 8 will be developed to attract new manufacturing businesses to the area.
The Virginia Department of Historic Resources announced Tuesday that it had added 12 new listings on the Virginia Landmarks Register.
The popular Wasena Bridge will be closed for 2 years as it undergoes a major replacement project.
