Traffic deaths in Virginia on the rise Bob Clark July 10, 2012 1 minute read Ten people lost their lives during the 4th of July holiday weekend in Virginia. That’s down from the holiday weekend last year, but WFIR’s Bob Clark reports that overall traffic fatalities are on the rise across the state. Share: Post navigation Previous: VDOT watches GA Adopt-a-Highway case involving KKKNext: BBB ALERT: Late fees at Hollywood Video Related Stories Virginia assault weapons ban draws GOP criticism ahead of July 1 start Ian Price May 18, 2026 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