Roanoke, VA news on Friday, October 23, 2026

In Roanoke, VA on Friday, October 23, 2026: Fugitive sweep nets hundreds, millions in drugs. Also: Seven candidates are running for three Roanoke City Council seats in today's election; Cave Spring plays Hidden Valley in boys varsity football today; watch live online. Weather: Mostly clear and mild today, 42–66°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Seven candidates are running for three Roanoke City Council seats in today's election.WSLS · Oct 22, 7:18 PM

Safety & emergencies

Federal, state and local operation removed hundreds of fugitives and millions in drugs from Roanoke area.WDBJ7 · Oct 22, 9:40 PM

Events & going out

Free Dr Pepper Festival happening in Roanoke; date and details available online.WFXR News · Oct 22, 11:27 AM

Sports

Cave Spring plays Hidden Valley in boys varsity football today; watch live online.NFHS Network · Oct 23, 2:50 AM

Nature & environment

Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center welcomed bobcat kittens recently.WDBJ7 · Oct 22, 2:11 PM

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