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“Brad Creasy distinguished himself throughout this process as a highly respected leader with a proven record of service and innovative organizational leadership,”
Fries Fire and Rescue responded to two crashes and a water rescue in one day.
Residents told WDBJ7 drivers frequently ignore the 25 mph speed limit, and they worry the next crash could have devastating consequences.
The citywide ordinance prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from being in public places between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Vornado is recalling about 255,000 space heaters for a potential fire hazard.
As temperatures rise and drought conditions become more common, experts say Virginia could see an increased risk of wildfires in the years ahead.
The bills “prohibit firearms and other dangerous weapons inside medical facilities that provide mental health and developmental services.”
46-year-old Chad David Shull, who may go by Avery Slater, is described as a white man who’s 5′8″ and weighs about 130 pounds.
The man has been found safe, according the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
The group pointed to cases where cameras were used beyond its stated purpose.
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The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance locating a missing man.
Ford has recalled more than 4,000 vehicles with a "do not drive" warning.
The I-81 widening project in Roanoke and Botetourt counties is moving forward, and Virginia State Police want to ensure safety in the work zone.
A Lynchburg man remains on the run after authorities say he escaped custody inside a courtroom during his sentencing Monday, prompting a review of courthouse staffing and security procedures.
Experts urge parents to stay alert as temperatures rise this summer.
The season runs from June 1-November 30, with the greatest risk for the Commonwealth typically occurring from the late summer into early fall.
Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs.
The body of a 15-year-old swimmer has been recovered from the Roanoke River.
Honda is recalling nearly 100,000 vehicles due to potential air bag issues.
Police chases aren't just dangerous; they can often turn deadly.
School is out and summer is unofficially here, prompting many high school and college students to look for seasonal work.
Radford City School leaders said safety is the number one priority at all schools and the roads.
Experts say excessive rain can cause water damage, which can then lead to mold later causing not only harm to your home and your health.
At 6:50 a.m. on May 28, 2026, first responders were dispatched to a riverbank near the 10 block of 9th St. to a report from a fisherman that a man called for help while in the river.
First responders say they observed downed trees, blocked roadways, and damage to several homes and vehicles.
Police have not revealed the circumstances of his being found, or whether the murder suspects he had been seen with have also been found.
The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office is warning parents and the community after multiple recent teen gatherings turned violent.
For many parents of teens, one of the most nerve-wracking parts of watching a child move toward adulthood is learning how to drive.
In Pulaski, Smyth, Powhatan and Spotsylvania counties, the commonwealth’s attorneys say they will not enforce or press charges on violators.
Virginia State Police say the missing woman has been located and is safe.
The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office says information is circulating of another party in Amherst County Saturday involving youth and more shooting.
The Annual Community Cookout is a rain or shine event that starts at 1 p.m. Saturday.
A squishy toy sold at Walmart and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet stores nationwide is being recalled for potential asbestos.
RPD officers are currently at William Fleming High School investigating a threat called into a local dispatch center, according to the agency.
Virginia State Police say the missing boy has been found safe.
Public safety officials and animal experts are reminding pet owners to keep their dogs safe as temperatures climb with summer approaching.
Last year, 80 Flock cameras operated across the city.
The Virginia Department of Health is asking everyone to take a safe swimming pledge this year.
One of the first studies was done 40 years ago in 1986, which found that aggressive horn honking happened more frequently when temperatures rose.
Four day leadership event focuses on safe driving education for teenagers.
E-bikes offer teens freedom and a new way to get around, but pediatric trauma experts say the battery-powered bikes’ speed creates major safety concerns.
Police in Virginia are searching for the person they said was dressed in a pink costume and following children last week.
The extreme heat moving into our area this week is not only uncomfortable, but potentially dangerous, especially for first responders working outside in heavy gear.
YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge emphasizes drowning prevention education as summer approaches.
ith Memorial Day weekend right around the corner, more people across Virginia are expected to get back out on the water.
Appalachian Power is alerting boaters, fishermen, and other recreational users downstream of Claytor and Leesville dams to be prepared for potential changing conditions.