AG Miyares speaks with WFIR on addressing violent crime spike Gene Marrano July 7, 2023 1 minute read Jason Miyares While some are calling again for stricter gun control laws after the latest round of mass shootings, Virginia’s Attorney General says there are better ways to attack the problem. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke-native returns to hometown to put on live showsNext: Jay Taliaferro to retire as Salem City Manager Related Stories 1 minute read Appalachian Power is gearing up for winter storm; wants customers to support power outages Gene Marrano January 23, 2026 0 1 minute read Roanoke City declares State of Emergency Gene Marrano January 23, 2026 0 2 minutes read VDOT preps for weekend storm; advises people to stay home during the worst of it Gene Marrano January 23, 2026 0