Recount Continues in Roanoke Mayoral Race; Federal Shutdown Looms; Drone Sightings Spark Investigation
Today's WFIR News Express covers key developments across Virginia and beyond: The Roanoke City mayoral recount resumes, with a 59-vote difference hanging in the balance. Virginia's Attorney General weighs in as a government shutdown looms amid intense Congressional debate. A federal study renews the conversation around teen marijuana use, as opposing groups clash over the implications. Roanoke County Police investigate multiple commercial burglaries in Windsor Hills. Drone activity across Virginia prompts over 150 tips to the state Fusion Center this month alone. Heartwarming holiday cheer…
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