10 News spoke with Virginia Tech Political Analyst and professor of Public Relations Dr. Cayce Myers, who says that there are political pressures on both sides to end the war, but also a myriad of factors that could break the ceasefire.

The Victory in the Valley Ceasefire initiative took a step towards unity Sunday with an event in Elmwood park.

After yet another homicide, Roanoke is picking up the pieces and planning on how to move forward. On Sunday, FEDUP held a prayer vigil to help curb violence.

Ceasefire: Victory in the Valley is a new initiative aimed at stopping gun violence in Roanoke.