School Threat Arrest, Roanoke Elections Update, and I-73 Decision Reversed
In today's WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover the reopening of Breckinridge Middle School after a social media threat led to the arrest of a 13-year-old boy. Early voting approaches in Roanoke, and we break down the fundraising totals for mayoral and city council candidates. We also provide updates from a recent candidate forum and discuss Roanoke City Council’s decision to extend interim city manager Lydia Patton’s contract. Additionally, we look at a proposal to rename Roanoke’s downtown bus station after civil rights icon Margie Jumper and hear expert opinions on TikTok’s legal…
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