Roanoke Police Chief wants to ensure safety during protests Rachel Meell June 1, 2020 1 minute read The majority of protests held in Roanoke over the weekend were kept peaceful, but some instances required police to get involved. WFIR’s Rachel Meell has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Pulaski Yankees hoping for a best with season in perilNext: City of Roanoke asking for community feedback on transit transfer center plans Related Stories Code Orange: Wildfire smoke, 95-degree heat trigger Roanoke Valley alerts Ian Price July 17, 2026 Mountain Bike National Championships continue through Sunday; attracted former NBA great last weekend Gene Marrano July 16, 2026 Roanoke VIA Day School has new playground designed for students with autism Gene Marrano July 15, 2026