Campaigns already underway for Attorney General; Obenshain cites Senate rec...

As the governor's race appears to take shape, there is still competition for Attorney General next year. Harrisonburg State Senator Mark Obenshain is the latest ...

Why you should use caution in the kitchen this holiday season

The kitchen will probably be one of the busiest rooms in your house this holiday season.  But WFIR's Timothy Martin says, distractions could ruin Christmas ...

State officials urge you to prepare now for winter weather

Governor Bob McDonnell has proclaimed this week Winter Preparedness Week in Virginia. Virginians should make plans now in case of power outages by gathering emergency ...

Meet the mayor: Bowers holds annual Holiday Open House today

Roanoke Mayor David Bowers continues one of his annual seasonal traditions this afternoon in the Mayor's Holiday Open House. You are invited to visit with ...

125-page uranium mining report sent to governor

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ A multi-agency group studying the possibility of uranium mining in Virginia has issued its report. The Uranium Working Group released the ...

Big winter at Civic Center: Lambert, Brown & Underwood

Tickets for the Zac Brown Band are now on sale at the Roanoke Civic Center, the third top-name country music act set to perform here ...

Bowers hits the road, considers run for Lieutenant Governor

Roanoke Mayor David Bowers meets with Democratic Party officials in the Martinsville area Friday as he considers whether to run for Lieutenant Governor. Bowers says ...

New Year’s Millionaire Raffle is back!

The Virginia Lottery's New Year's Millionaire Raffle is back with a few changes this year.  Tickets are on sale now for $20.  Virginia Lottery spokesman ...

“Troop Tree” ornaments: holiday messages to military loved ones far from ho...

A 30-foot Christmas tree along Electric Road is being decorated with messages to loved ones serving in the military. It is the project of our ...

State workers, others urged to join bone marrow drive

Governor Bob McDonnell is urging state workers and others to join the bone marrow drive Friday. The governor encourages state employees and others to participate ...

Goodlatte now plays key role in country’s immigration debate

Roanoke Congressman Bob Goodlatte will be the next chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, and in that role, he holds a key position in determining ...

How ashes can help your yard

The Virginia Department of Forestry has a suggestion for people that have to dump ashes from a wood stove or fireplace.  WFIR's Timothy Martin reports ...

Bolling withdrawal appears to set stage for 2013 governor’s race

Next year's race for Governor now appears to be set now that Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling has suspended his campaign. In his statement, Bolling says ...

Likely Richmond debate next year: state’s role in implementing “Obamacare” ...

Virginia pro-life groups say they will focus much of their attention in Richmond next winter on implementation of President Obama's health care overhaul act, especially ...

Details for this year’s SunTrust Dickens of a Christmas

The schedule is set for this year's SunTrust Dickens of a Christmas in downtown Roanoke.  WFIR's Timothy Martin says a popular feature is returning too ...

Roanoke police charge man with morning bank holdup

Roanoke Police say 53-year-old Michael Byers is charged with holding up the First Federal Credit Union office on Williamson Road this morning. Byers allegedly walked ...

How to keep your home safe during the holidays

Don't make your house a target for thieves this holiday season.  That's the message from Roanoke Police.  WFIR's Timothy Martin reports. Police-Home-Advice Wrap 1-WEB ...

Blowing burning leaves can quickly spread trouble

Roanoke area firefighters hope a good soaking rain will reduce the threat of brush fires like the one that erupted on Bent Mountain over the ...

Record Powerball jackpot up for grabs!

The Powerball lottery has moved into record territory after no one hit the jackpot Saturday night.  The top prize for tomorrow night's drawing is over $400-million.  At ...

BBB: ‘Tis the season for holiday scammers

Scammers are hard at work during this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau warns consumers to watch for deals that appear to be too good ...