Roanoke NAACP wants Justice Dept. involved in Spencer shooting Gene Marrano May 11, 2016 1 min read Sometime within the next few weeks Roanoke’s NAACP chapter plans to ask the United States Justice Department to investigate the death of 18-year-old Kionte Spencer. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Kroger brings on-line grocery shopping to Roanoke area, promises much moreNext: Kroger holding job fairs this weekend Related Stories 1 min read “Trial of Shadows” a tale of spirit beings, serial killers, and supernatural horrors Denise Membreno October 14, 2025 2 min read Senator David Suetterlein and Delegate Joe McNamara Oppose Roanoke’s pursuit of Casino Clark Palmer October 14, 2025 2 min read Roanoke considering bringing a casino to the Berglund Special Events Center Gene Marrano October 14, 2025