Amtrak train derails in Roanoke, hurricane recovery continues, assaults on officers rise
Today on WFIR News Express: An Amtrak train derailment in Roanoke caused disruptions but no injuries as railcars slipped off the tracks early yesterday morning. Governor Glenn Youngkin highlights ongoing progress in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, with $20 million in federal aid distributed so far and more than 10,000 FEMA applications submitted ahead of the Dec. 2 deadline. New data from Virginia State Police reveals a sharp rise in assaults on officers in 2023, prompting calls for transparency in investigations. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump’s latest Cabinet picks draw mixed…
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