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 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026 Sen. Warner sponsors bipartisan bill to make hot rotisserie chicken SNAP-eligible Clark Palmer June 5, 2026