Safer Communities Act passes U.S. Senate Camden Lazenby June 24, 2022 1 minute read The first significant gun safety legislation in nearly three decades passed the U.S. Senate last night. WFIR’S Camden Lazenby has more. Share: Post navigation Previous: Shooting in NW Roanoke todayNext: Henry County woman facing attempted murder charges following shootout with deputies Related Stories U.S. Supreme Court denies Virginia Dems appeal on referendum vote Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 The Roanoke Region Food and Farm Trail officially launches Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 Taubman Museum honors two people with ties to museum Gene Marrano May 14, 2026