Viola Higgins
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Crime & Safety
17-year-old boy returned home minutes after an argument with his 20-year-old brother holding a gun only to fatally shoot him in the chest; teen tried as an adult
Massachusetts – In a shocking incident in Massachusetts, a 17-year-old boy, identified as J. Lambert, is accused of fatally shooting…
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Crime & Safety
Man shot his father’s ex-girlfriend he considered a “sister” in the head while she slept before forcing his friend to finish what he started by putting a gun against his head; sentenced
Ohio – In a harrowing case in Ohio, a 46-year-old man, identified as B. Davis, was sentenced to life in prison…
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Virginia
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation opens applications for grants to support repairs and upgrades to existing trails
Richmond, Virginia – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has announced that applications are now open for the 2025…
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Virginia
Multiple individuals sentenced in Virginia for defrauding pandemic unemployment program
Abingdon, Virginia – A federal investigation into fraudulent pandemic unemployment claims has resulted in the sentencing of five additional individuals this…
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Local News
Drivers advised to prepare for lane closures as Route 220 and Route 419 undergo major upgrades
Roanoke, Virginia – A significant highway improvement project is now underway to enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion at the Route…
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Local News
Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office identifies phone numbers used in recent scam attempts
Roanoke, Virginia – Scammers are once again targeting residents in Roanoke. On Slam the Scam Day, multiple reports of fraudulent phone…
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Local News
Salem man walks away with $500,000 before taxes after hitting the jackpot on a scratch-off ticket purchased during his lunch break
Salem, Virginia – Most people spend their lunch breaks grabbing a meal, running errands, or taking a quick break from work.…
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Local News
Temporary ban on open burning issued in Roanoke County due to forecasted strong winds
Roanoke, Virginia – The Roanoke County Fire Marshal’s Office has announced a temporary burn ban due to forecasted strong winds over…
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Local News
New grant program will help revitalize business properties along Williamson Road
Roanoke, Virginia – The Greater Williamson Road Area Business Association (GWRABA) is offering a one-time grant opportunity for business property owners…
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Local News
Business owners in Roanoke must submit their 2025 license renewals before the March deadline
Roanoke, Virginia – The City of Roanoke is reminding all business owners that the deadline to renew their 2025 business licenses…
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