Children’s book draws criticism for using AI generated illustrations
A book about bullying has a local author in hot water with TikTok users over his use of AI generated illustrations. WFIR's Denise Allen Membreno ...
Miss Virginia and Miss America visit the WFIR studio
Miss Virginia activities are taking place at the Berglund Center culminating in the crowning of the new Miss Virginia tomorrow night. As WFIR's Denise Allen ...
Salem names new Chief of Police
(from City of Salem) Derek Weeks [has been named] to the position of Chief of Police for the City of Salem. The move will take ...
Camp Carilion offers high school students career options
Carilion Clinic introduced teens to healthcare careers through their "Camp Carillion" program that took place this week. WFIR's Deric Allen has more ...
Sweltering heat could result in death
Summer is here, which means it's time to be more aware of the dangers of heat-related illnesses as the mercury rises. WFIR's Alex Torres has ...
Debate preview with local political scientist
Many are familiar with the post-summer convention presidential debates before Election Day in November, but the incumbent president and a former Chief Executive get the ...
Record-breaking travel expected for July 4th, per AAA
With one week until July 4th, a high volume of travelers is expected. WFIR's Alex Torres reports the best times to hit the road to ...
Long-time Roanoke Developer, Philanthropist Maury Strauss dies
A long-time Roanoke developer has died at 99. WFIR's Alex Torres reports: ...
A pivot for VMT’s Star City Motor Madness; artists in residence at Link Mus...
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar - With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and ...
SCOTUS rulings could impact Presidential race
Looming over the issues on the table in tomorrow's early Presidential debate are rulings that are expected from the Supreme Court on a number of ...
Tick season is here; be prepared says VT expert
No need to be overly concerned perhaps, but be prepared for tick season with summer here and more people getting outside. Someone who studies insects ...
Sen. Kaine gives statement 2 years after Roe V. Wade overturned
Virginia US Senator Tim Kaine released a statement for yesterday's 2 year anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision which overturned Roe V. Wade. WFIR's Alex ...
Txtur expands beyond the valley to Richmond
There are "moments that are terrifying - but also great fun," says the CEO for Txtur (texture), the Roanoke-based furniture maker. He's talking about expanding ...
National mountain bike championship coming to Roanoke Valley
A national mountain bike championship will be held in the Roanoke Valley for the next 2 years. WFIR's Alex Torres has more: ...
“It Only Takes One” moves to Phase 2
First Lady of Virginia Suzanne Youngkin was joined by Attorney General Jason Miyares today in Roanoke as "Phase 2" of the Fentanyl Awareness campaign "It ...
Virginia Tech professors believe book bans hurt students and teachers
A group of Virginia Tech professors believe thousands of book bans being enacted in school districts across the country are hurting both teachers and students ...
Roanoke City Police announce new deputy chief
From Roanoke City Police Department: Chief Booth is pleased to announce the hiring of the Roanoke Police Department’s newest Deputy Chief, Michael “Mike” Crawley. Deputy ...
One dead after car overturns & catches fire
State Police say one died after a car overturned and caught fire in Alleghany County. Police report a 2014 Toyota Camry traveling south on Route ...
Teen missing out of Bedford County
Bedford County Sheriff's Office is attempting to to find a missing 16-year old by the name of Joseph Frank. He was last seen at his ...
Roanoke pioneer station WFIR celebrates 100 years of broadcasting
This is a big day for WFIR -- and for Roanoke radio history. It was 100 years ago today that we started broadcasting, just the ...
