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Surveillance photos released of 2 robbery suspects linked to burglaries in DC and Virginia
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - The Fairfax County Police Department has released surveillance photos of two suspects linked to multiple burglaries in D.C. and Virginia. Police continue to investigate two burglaries in McLean and are seeking the community’s assistance. Officers responded to a burglary report in the 7500 block of Leesburg Pike in McLean on August 27 at 2:04 a.m.
Fentanyl Dealer Who Kept Selling After Fatal OD In Virginia Gets Prison Time: Feds
The man who sold the fentanyl pills through Instagram that led to a fatal overdose in Virginia - and then continued selling - has been sentenced to a decade in prison, federal authorities announced.Shan Mehmood, 21, was sentenced on Thursday to 10 years in prison for trafficking fentanyl and c…
Virginia students whose parents earn less than $75,000 annually will qualify for free tuition at UR
Beginning in the fall of 2025, admitted students from Virginia whose parents earn a combined total of $75,000 annually or less will qualify for free tuition at the University of Richmond as part of the school’s “Richmond’s Promise to Virginia” initiative. UR began a program to...
Constitutional law professor says new campus protest rules in Virginia don’t violate First Amendment
Many Virginia schools, including Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Tech and the University of Virginia, have adopted policies banning tents on campus, with some schools prohibiting when and where a protest can take place.
City of Danville Announces Labor Day Hours
The Municipal Building, all other City of Danville government offices, and the public library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. The James F. Ingram Justice Center (courthouse) also will be closed. Danville Transit will not provide fixed-route and Reserve-A-Ride services on Monday. However, the...
Bassett vs. Franklin County High School football live stream, TV – Friday, August 30
Bassett High School will take the field on the road versus Franklin County High School at 7:00 p.m. ET on Friday, August 30. Don’t miss out on a single high school game. Sign up for an NFHS Network annual pass and get full access to live regular season and postseason sporting events and get 45% off compared to a monthly pass.
Women's Volleyball Heads to the Cougar Classic
Lynchburg, Va. - After a nine-month hiatus, the University of Lynchburg women's volleyball team returns to the floor this weekend. This year's squad kicks off their fall campaign in Danville, Va. at the Cougar Classic, hosted by Averett University. The team will begin the weekend tournament Friday at noon, playing...
Martinsville Police Officer Receives Award for Valor
A Martinsville Police Officer was recognized on Tuesday night with a big honor. The Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police & Foundation (VACP) presented thirty-six Virginia law enforcement officers from twelve agencies with the Association’s highest honor, the Award for Valor. The group of recipients included Martinsville Police Department...
Weekend Preview: Volleyball Team at Cougar Classic
Guilford College - 2 p.m. | Roanoke College - 6 p.m. University of Lynchburg - 10 a.m. | Averett University - 12 p.m. The women's volleyball team opens their 2024 campaign on the road as they travel to Danville, Virginia for the 30th Annual Cougar Classic hosted by Averett University. Over the course of the two day tournament, the Bruins will face off against four quality NCAA DIII programs.
Vault Visit: Descendants of freed slaves hold annual reunion
Last week WFMY News 2 turned 75! So to celebrate, we're opening the News 2 vault. On Aug. 28, 1975 we covered a family reunion that was quite unique! Lets start with a little history. According to reports, the Hairston family owned nearly 40 plantations and almost 10,000 slaves across...
Celebration of Life for Children’s Miracle Network ‘Champion’ Meg Burrow
ROANOKE, Va. – 11-year-old Meg Burrow touched the hearts of thousands and, sadly, passed away last week. Despite being born with a rare genetic disorder and undergoing many procedures and surgeries, Meg always kept a smile on her face. Everyone around her could attest to the warmth she brought when she entered a room.
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