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WFIR News Express
This podcast brings you daily Roanoke Valley and Virginia news in a quick format. Listen to the news on your schedule!
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Hurricane Aid Deadline, Roanoke County Affordable Housing Project, and Walmart DEI Rollback Criticism
In today’s WFIR News Express, federal officials remind Southwest Virginia residents that today marks the final day to apply for aid related to damages from…
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Murder-for-Hire Charges, Felon Voting Rights Debate, and Supermax Prison Allegations
In today’s WFIR News Express, a Henry County woman is behind bars after authorities uncovered an alleged murder-for-hire plot, with details of the scheme…
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Roanoke’s City Manager Search, Botetourt Fire Department Dissolves, and "Brown Friday" Warnings
In today’s WFIR News Express, Roanoke City Council is nearing a decision on its next city manager, with seven finalists interviewed and plans for a January…
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Salem Rezoning Sparks Lawsuit, Roanoke Honors Preservation, and PFAS Found in Local Water
In today’s WFIR News Express, Salem City Council pushes forward on a controversial HopeTree development plan, drawing criticism, a lawsuit, and fears over…
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Roanoke Tackles Sustainability, Literacy Efforts Expand, and Offensive Banner Investigated
In today’s WFIR News Express, we feature an in-depth look at Roanoke City Public Schools’ partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy to promote…
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Roanoke Mayoral Recount, Mill Mountain Star’s Forgotten Song, and Virginia Senator on Trump’s Picks
In today’s WFIR News Express, we bring you exclusive coverage of the Mill Mountain Star’s 75th anniversary, featuring the rediscovery of a forgotten song…
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Youngkin’s Legal Setback, Campus Safety Hearings, and Thanksgiving Travel Tips
In today’s WFIR News Express, we report on a Floyd County judge’s ruling against Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s effort to withdraw Virginia from the Regional Greenhouse…
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Roanoke Shines Bright: Star’s 75th, Grandin Parade Fun, and Vape Shop Controversy
Roanoke is buzzing this weekend! From the Grandin Holiday Children’s Parade packed with floats and Santa sightings to the Mill Mountain Star’s 75th-anniversary…
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I-81 Weekend Ramp Closure, Youngkin’s Endorsements, and Marijuana Law Latest
An extended ramp closure on I-81 Southbound in Roanoke County this weekend could impact your travel plans. Governor Glenn Youngkin endorses Winsome Sears for…
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Wildfires, Affordable Homes, and Hard Rock Casino Opens
In today’s WFIR News Express: Congress returns for a lame-duck session amid looming budget battles, and Senator Mark Warner highlights the impact on small…
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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…
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Abortion rights amendment advances, Cobb leads in mayoral race, Carilion expands
Today on WFIR News Express: Virginia Democrats push forward a constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights, with the proposal sparking passionate…
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Administrator Charged with Assault, Chemicals in the New River, Local Controversies & More
In today’s WFIR News Express, we’re covering a wide range of important stories across our region. Pulaski County Administrator Jonathon Sweet is facing Class 1…
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Roanoke Mayoral Race Update, Carbon Capture Innovation, and Helene Recovery Efforts
Today on WFIR News Express: Vice Mayor Joe Cobb maintains a 53-vote lead in the Roanoke mayoral race, with absentee ballots still being counted. Roanoke Cement…
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Race on a Razor’s Edge: Roanoke Mayoral Update + A Mother’s Mission
In today’s WFIR News Express, we bring you the latest from Roanoke’s mayoral race as Vice Mayor Joe Cobb holds a slim lead over David Bowers, with absentee…
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Roanoke Election Update, Project CARDINAL, and Honoring a Community Member
In today’s WFIR News Express, we cover the latest in Roanoke’s tight mayoral race, with just 11 votes separating Republican candidate David Bowers from…
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Provisional Ballots in Focus For Tight Roanoke Mayoral Race
In today’s WFIR News Express, we continue our deep dive into the latest election results, with a closer look at how provisional ballots could influence…
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Election 2024 Analysis: Chapman Rackaway on Roanoke Valley and Virginia Results
Chapman Rackaway is a seasoned political analyst with expertise in Virginia and national elections. Known for his insightful commentary and depth of knowledge…
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WFIR News Election Special
Here is the latest election news from across the Roanoke Valley.
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Roanoke Election Insights, Security Appeals, and Candidate Expectations on Election Night
In today’s WFIR News Express, as voters head to the polls, Radford University political expert Chapman Rackaway discusses the potential role of name…
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Roanoke Suspect Sought, Roanoke College Swim Team at Trump Rally, and Drowsy Driving Concerns
In today's episode of WFIR News Express, Roanoke City Police search for a suspect involved in a shooting on Ferncliff Ave, while former President Donald…
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From Miracles to Marches: Navigating Election Tensions and Community Spirit
In today’s episode of WFIR News Express, we dive into the latest local stories, including a miraculous rescue of a baby in Campbell County and the urgent…
WFIR News ExpressWFIR Capitol Conversations: Rep. Morgan Griffith
On this episode of Capitol Conversations Salem area US Congressman Morgan Griffith discusses how Republicans who make life affordable if they win majorities in…
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Virginia Voter Purge Latest, Roanoke City Council Poll Results
Today on WFIR News Express: Virginia’s controversial voter roll purge moves forward, drawing strong reactions from state NAACP leaders and Governor Youngkin…
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Trump Rally, Early Voting, & Why We Love Ghost Stories
In today's WFIR News Express, we cover the upcoming Trump rally at the Salem Civic Center and the impact it’s having on local events. We also provide updates…
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Trump Rally Sparks Local Protests, Voter Reinstatement Ordered, & Roanoke City Council Race Insights
In this episode, we cover the upcoming protests planned by the Southwest Virginia Coalition for Palestine ahead of former President Donald Trump’s visit to the…
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Trump Rallies in Salem, Salem City Council Candidates, and Local Tech Growth
In today's episode of the WFIR News Express, we cover Former President Donald Trump's upcoming rally in Salem aimed at boosting support for Virginia House and…
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Cold Case Arrest, Roanoke Shootings, & Peak Fall Colors
In this edition of the WFIR News Express, we cover the arrest of a suspect in an 11-year-old double murder case with ties to Virginia, a recent shooting in…
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Voter Concerns, Local Lawsuits, and Meals Tax Troubles in Roanoke
In this episode, we delve into voting rights advocates' concerns over an executive order by Governor Glenn Youngkin that they claim is removing eligible voters…
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Election 2024: Candidate Spotlight, Early Voting Surge, and Roanoke’s Latest Updates
In today’s WFIR News Express, we bring you the latest from the campaign trail as candidates for Virginia’s 6th Congressional District and Roanoke City Council…
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WFIR News Express: Roanoke City Council Race & Virginia's Crime Reduction Efforts
In today's edition of WFIR News Express, we explore Evelyn Powers’ first campaign for Roanoke City Council, highlighting her extensive background in city…
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WFIR News Express 10-21-2024
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Gas Station Robbery Arrest, Hurricane Recovery Efforts, and Roanoke’s Mayoral Race
In today’s episode, we bring you the top local stories from around the region. The Campbell County Sheriff’s office has apprehended a suspect in a gas station…
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Virginia’s AI Task Force, Roanoke Mayoral Race, and Election Integrity Concerns
In this episode, we explore key stories shaping Virginia and the Roanoke region. Governor Glenn Youngkin has unveiled a new AI Task Force aimed at making…
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Roanoke Shooting, Man Hit By Train, and Election Day Insights
In today's episode, we bring you the latest updates from around the region: a woman and child are recovering after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke, while a…
WFIR News ExpressWFIR Capitol Conversations Episode 2
The Democratic candidate running in Virginia’s 9th Congressional district says she wants to improve the lives of rural residents. She recently spoke with…
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Drug Raid on Home, Animal Cruelty, and Push for Local Transplant Center
In today’s episode of WFIR News Express, we delve into several important stories making headlines in our region. First, we cover the Henry County Sheriff’s…
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Officer Burned in Domestic Incident, Virginia Trust Report, and Community Rebuilding After Hurricane Helene
Today, we cover the shocking story of a Dublin Police officer who was set on fire during a domestic violence response, updates on the Virginia Trust Index as…
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WFIR News Express 10-11-2024
Here is the latest news from across the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Manhunt Ends in Arrest, Hurricane Milton Response, and Peters Creek Fire Fallout
In this edition of the WFIR News Express, we bring you the latest updates from Roanoke and beyond. A manhunt on Patterson Avenue ends with a suspect in custody…
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Bomb Threat Arrest, Parkway Closure, and Spooky Sprint Preview
In today's WFIR News Express, we cover the top stories from Southwest Virginia. A suspect has been charged following a bomb threat at Brookville Middle School…
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WFIR News Express 10-8-2024
Here is the latest news from around the Commonwealth of Virginia and Roanoke Valley.
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WFIR News Express 10-7-2024
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express 10-4-2024
Here is the latest from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Southwest Virginia Rebuilds, Candidates Spar, and Tips to Halt Holiday Theft
In this episode, we highlight how Virginians are rallying to support one another after Hurricane Helene, with a food and water drive taking place at the Salem…
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Local Food and Water Drive to Support Flood Victims, Roanoke Mayoral Forum Aftermath, and a Flower Shop Moving Downtown
In today’s episode, we cover the upcoming food and water drive at the Salem Civic Center to aid those affected by recent storms in the New River Valley. WFIR…
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Federal Disaster Aid Request for Virginia, Hurricane Helene Cleanup, and FBI Harassment Settlement
In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, along with Rep. Morgan Griffith, requesting federal disaster assistance…
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Governor Youngkin Surveys Hurricane Damage, Salem Murder Arrest, and Roanoke’s Award-Winning Mead
In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover Governor Youngkin’s visit to areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, as he assesses the storm’s damage. We also…
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Roanoke Officer-Involved Shooting Justified, Mayoral Candidate Forum Announced, and Virginia ABC Layoffs
In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we report on the Roanoke City Commonwealth’s Attorney decision that a fatal officer-involved shooting in June was…
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Virginia Prepares for Hurricane Helene: State of Emergency Declared
In today’s episode of the WFIR Streaming Update, we dive into the latest on Hurricane Helene as Governor Glenn Youngkin declares a state of emergency for…
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Drug Conspiracy Tied to Officer’s Death, Roanoke County Tragedy, and Southwest VA Band’s TikTok Fame
In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we bring you the latest on a methamphetamine conspiracy linked to the murder of Big Stone Gap Police Officer Michael…
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Two Found Dead in Roanoke, Early Voting Turnout, and Salem Fire Chief Announces Retirement
In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we report on a developing investigation in Roanoke County after two people were found dead, leading to local schools…
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High-Speed Chase, Marijuana Club Under Fire, and Olympic Gold Returns to Blacksburg
In today’s WFIR News Express Podcast, we bring you the latest on a high-speed chase in Henry County that left a deputy injured and two suspects in custody. We…
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Salem Manhunt, Roanoke Teacher Arrested, and Metallica Comes to Lane Stadium
In today’s episode of the WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover the aftermath of a Salem crime spree that led to the theft of two cars, including one with a…
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Salem Manhunt, Rocky Mount Gets Bigger, and Kroger's $2M Facelift
In today’s episode of the WFIR News Express Podcast, we begin with the latest on a crime spree in Salem, where a young child was left in a stolen vehicle. The…
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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…
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Fed Rate Cuts, Roanoke Zoning Controversy, and Kid Runs For Veterans
In today's episode, WFIR's Ian Price covers the latest updates from Roanoke City Council as they reaffirm controversial zoning amendments aimed at boosting…
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Virginia Tech Assault Search, Memorial Unveiling, and Supermoon Alert
In this WFIR News Express Podcast episode, we bring you the latest stories from Roanoke and beyond. Virginia Tech Police are on the lookout for a suspect…
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News Update 9-13-24
In this episode of the WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover recent incidents of bomb threats in Henry County schools that have led to felony charges against two…
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News Update 9-12-24
In this episode of the WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover the sentencing of Kai Lansana to life in prison for the 2019 murder of Salonya Evans in Roanoke…