WDBJ7 Staff
WDBJ7 has been working for weeks on stories celebrating Black history and its connections to our hometowns.
To celebrate, we invited local chef Chris Hamm, owner of Hamm’s Fine Foods
The Humble Hustle Company is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community with resources and various programs.
We invited renowned Choreographer and Youth Dance Educator with CommUNITY ARTSreach Khyree English to perform a praise dance.
We invited local artist William Williams who shares his insight on his paintings and experience in photography and videography.
WDBJ7 tries her best-selling dessert, strawberry shortcake, and learned about her journey in starting the business.
To celebrate, we invited poet and Hollins University student Elani Spencer.
She sat down with us to talk about her journey and what it’s like operating a Black-owned business as a mom.
The Grandin Theatre is hosting its 9th Annual Black History Month Film Series.
Virginia State Police say a dozen of the more than 150 reported drone sightings have resulted in additional investigations.
President Donald Trump’s executive order granting pardons to people charged in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the United States Capitol will free several people from Southwest Virginia.
Some school officials and parents are in full support of this order, while others question whether or not it is legally allowed.
The investigation began in 2023 when a source reported that the suspect disfigured his hand while working on a homemade explosive.
The FBI seized the largest cache of homemade explosives in its history from a Virginia home, according to recently released court documents.
A fiery crash in Virginia on Christmas Eve left two adults dead, and a newborn baby was flown to a hospital.
Sightings of what many suspect to be drones in Virginia continued throughout the weekend, with authorities receiving over 100 tips about drone activity.
People across southwest Virginia are reporting seeing what they believe are drones flying at night.
A plumber working in an elementary school found a Heathcliff lunchbox from the 1980s in a pipe chase.
The search for the chemical totes lost in the New River after the Radford Army Ammunition Plant flooding has been suspended, according to the RAAP.
Savannah Renee Adams was taken into custody Monday after being charged with attempted second-degree murder and felonious assault.
The President’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Giles, Grayson, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington and Wythe counties and the independent city of Galax.
Check out WDBJ7′s Logan Sherrill, Melissa Gaona, Jean Jadhon and Chief Meteorologist Brent Watts at the theme park.
The production focuses on themes of justice, equality, and standing up for what's right.
Saturday, September 14, you can help break the stigma of mental health for veterans.
This weekend you can try a variety of local food trucks and hear some music.
A Virginia State Police trooper is out on bond after his Myrtle Beach arrest.
Roanoke City Police confirm shots were fired at the Econo Lodge Civic Center.
Across our hometowns, it does not feel like fall. If you look at the local coffee shops and stores - you’d see a different picture.
We hope you’ll spend this day honoring them by also spreading kindness.
A local doctor’s medical license has been suspended after reports of misconduct, according to documents obtained by WDBJ7.
Looking to beat the summer heat? Well, Virginia Tech has a scoop for you.
A Florida teenager is running to show support for slain Smyth County Deputy Hunter Reedy.
The Miss Volunteer Virginia Organization makes it their mission to educate young women across the state of Virginia.
16-year-old Jakolbi Taylor was shot and killed in Myrtle Beach.
A fresh ground search is underway for an Amherst County woman missing more than a year.
A Virginia State Police trooper’s dashboard camera caught the moment a reportedly drunk driver crashed into her cruiser.
Mountain Valley Pipeline is authorized to begin service.
Brayden Bradbury is carrying on a tradition of service, becoming the third member of his family to join the Roanoke Fire-EMS Department.
Officials said Stephen Sykes from North Carolina fell into the water and did not resurface.
Strong storms caused widespread damage throughout many of our hometowns Sunday night.
Gretchen Mogensen, a zookeeper and daughter of the zoo’s founder, announced herself and her brothers as the new owners.
Virginia State Police continue their search for a missing Halifax County woman after 15 years.
Students started gathering Friday to protest the loss of Palestinian and civilian lives during the war in Gaza.
A Rustburg woman has been sentenced for 22 years for the 2021 death of an infant.
Lynchburg Police said this week Terrion Marshall’s death may be tied to the fatal shooting of six-year-old Kingston Campbell.
Two men have been arrested involving offenses against children, according to Bedford Police Department.
A driver hit a home in Franklin County after having a possible medical emergency.
Two people were killed after a crash involving a stolen motorcycle, authorities said. The crash happened late Friday night near the intersection of Rt. 24 and Goodview Rd. in Bedford County.
Sheriff Ward spoke about capturing suspect Michael Hightower, Jr., who was wanted for attacking a minor.
