Roanoke bridal shop trafficking allegations, state ends ICE partnership, and Richmond rolls out cost-cutting agenda — WFIR News Express 2/5/26
On this Thursday, February 5, 2026 edition of WFIR News Express, prosecutors say a Roanoke bridal shop was used as a hub for a human trafficking and drug operation with more than 50 victims identified, as five people face racketeering charges spanning multiple counties. We also cover Governor Abigail Spanberger’s decision to end Virginia’s statewide 287(g) agreement, cutting off state law enforcement cooperation with ICE — while local agreements in parts of Southwest and Southside remain in place.From Washington, Senator Tim Kaine criticizes what he calls the vilification of immigrants and…
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