Democrats have until tomorrow for any last-ditch effort to revive Virginia’s redistricting push for this year’s elections. WFIR’s Ian Price has details on the fast-approaching deadline.

Virginia State Police are urging Roanoke Valley residents to slow down as speed safety cameras on Interstate 81 become active starting today. WFIR’s Conner Arthur has that story:

Virginia’s Department of Transportation has released afirst-in-the-commonwealth plan that could place more than 4-million Virginians within walking distance of a multiuse trail.

In honor of mental health awareness month, a bipartisan mental health advocacy organization launches a campaign across Virginia. Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ campaign highlights what insurance companies are getting wrong about mental healthcare.

Black Dog Salvage will make room for Jeff Todd and Roanoke Mountain Adventures by opening their Ashlawn Street warehouse to the public again, where they will store and sell their larger architectural pieces that have been salvaged. Todd will have 10,000 square feet in RMA's new home at the main Black Dog location, hopefully he says by early September

A local ballet company promises a dreamy night out in celebration of more than 30-years of performances in the Valley. Southwest Virginia Ballet's production of the Shakespeare classic will take the main stage at Mill Mountain Theatre Friday, May 8th at 7:00 PM.

A professor for Virginia Tech’s School of Communication reflected on the life and legacy of a cable news pioneer. That story from WFIR’s Conner Arthur:

IF the Strait of Hormuz does not open soon to let oil tankers through without incident Gas Buddy predicted yesterday prices at the pump could reach a record high - just in time for the July 4th holiday. A Virginia Tech professor who studies hospitality and tourism says those planning a vacation should do it now and not wait. More from WFIR's Gene Marrano:

Roanoke City Council is scheduled to vote Monday of next week on the city’s recommended fiscal year 2026-27 budget. WFIR’s Ian Price reports.

A local football team is hosting an event meant to rally support for the family of Autumn Bushman. More from WFIR’s Clark Palmer: