Plan to close Va. interstate rest stops criticized
ROANOKE -- A proposal to close Virginia rest areas along Interstate 81 was criticized as a potential safety hazard during a public hearing last evening. > react
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Three-way agreement approved for $135 million Exit 155 project
- West Virginia
- Morgantown
- I-79
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- Jul 09, 2025 7:37pm
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The old proverb teaches that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. On Wednesday, the West Virginia Division of Highways, Monongalia County Commission and developer WestRidge took ... Read More
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Richmond prepares for possible flooding, asks residents to do their part
- Virginia
- Richmond
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- Jul 09, 2025 3:05pm
Richmond has taken steps to prepare the city for expected flooding as heavy rains batter Central Virginia through Monday. How can you help minimize damage throughout the River City? Read More
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Pedestrian, 87, Hit By Motorcycle In Valley Stream
- Virginia
- VALLEY STREET
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- Jul 09, 2025 1:57pm
An 87-year-old man is fighting for his life after being struck by a motorcycle while crossing a Long Island street. The crash happened around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, in Valley Stream, according ... Read More
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- Jul 09, 2025 1:28pm
Multiple drivers had to be rescued from rising floodwaters in Virginia after heavy rains submerged roads and stranded vehicles overnight, officials said. First responders were busy across Halifax ... Read More
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- Jul 09, 2025 1:03pm
Flooding from recent rainfall had Virginia State police, along with South Boston police and Halifax County rescue crews, working to get motorists to safety after they were ... Read More
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Virginia governor says his family was rescued during flooding in Texas
- Virginia
- Richmond
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- Jul 09, 2025 12:52pm
The Virginia governor said his family was saved by swift water rescue crews during the flooding in Texas last week. Read More
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- Jul 09, 2025 12:02pm
Any strong or severe thunderstorm could produce damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall. Wednesday will also be hot and humid, with feels-like temperatures climbing ... Read More
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Overnight lane closure planned for I-64 West in Kanawha County
- Virginia
- I-64 Near Goochland
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- Jul 09, 2025 11:05am
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Transportation officials are alerting drivers of overnight roadwork along Interstate 64 West in Kanawha County.The westbound fast lane of the interstate will b ... Read More
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Fiery crash closes I77N in Jackson County, West Virginia
- West Virginia
- I-77 Near Charleston
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- Jul 09, 2025 10:39am
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A fiery crash has shut down all northbound lanes on part of I-77 in Jackson County, West Virginia, according to dispatchers. Jackson County 911 dispatchers say ... Read More
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I64E reopens near Institute after crashes
- Virginia
- I-64 West
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- Jul 09, 2025 10:34am
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Traffic is being diverted off I-64 East after a crash involving a tractor-trailer. Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers say the crash happened around 12:50 ... Read More
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- Jul 09, 2025 07:25am
Showers and thunderstorms will move across the area this afternoon and evening, which may lead to scattered instances of flash flooding. Read More
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Virginia DMV launches effort to help drivers with autism during traffic stops
- Virginia
- Stopped Traffic
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- Jul 09, 2025 07:21am
The Virginia DMV has launched a new initiative to help drivers with autism communicate with law enforcement during traffic stops. Read More
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Construction to take place on I-79 South in Marion County during this week's morning commute
- West Virginia
- Southbound
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- Jul 09, 2025 06:10am
Construction has caused significant traffic delays on I-79 Northbound in Marion County this week. Now, a lane closure is expected in the same area in the southbound lanes throughout the rest of the ... Read More
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VDOT warns of long-term road closures as Halifax County faces flood warning through Wednesday afternoon
- Virginia
- US 501
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- Jul 09, 2025 04:45am
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Everyone had the same reaction to Lindsey Vonn's July 4 outfit over the weekend. The iconic U.S. skier, who won three World Cup titles, made a comeback in her 40s following a couple of years of ... Read More
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- Jul 09, 2025 00:57am
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'?A pothole event'? on the Fort Hill Bridge is impacting the left lanes of Interstate 64 West, just beyond the Oakwood Road exit, the West Virginia Division of Highways reported Wednesday night. The ... Read More
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Work to fix I-64 'dip' expected to begin Wednesday
- West Virginia
- I-64
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- Jul 08, 2025 7:16pm
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Work is expected to begin Wednesday on a trouble spot on Interstate 64 heading east in Nitro. The '?dip'? as its been dubbed, as you cross the bridge over ... Read More
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'?I'm West Virginia's first daughter'? Olympic Gold Medalist Mary Lou Retton says in DUI arrest video
- West Virginia
- S
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- Jul 08, 2025 6:13pm
Mary Lou Retton, an Olympic gold medalist and Fairmont native, was arrested for DUI in May after being stopped for reckless driving and refusing to take a Breathalyzer test, with body camera footage ... Read More
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Woodbridge man arrested after traffic stop leads to drug bust
- Virginia
- Stopped Traffic
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- Jul 08, 2025 5:34pm
A Woodbridge man was arrested after a Sunday traffic stop led to a drug bust, according to the Stafford County Sheriff's Office. Read More
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- Jul 08, 2025 5:01pm
The former Olympian is seen attempting to perform a sobriety test during her May arrestNEED TO KNOWMary Lou Retton was arrested in May on a DUI chargeBodycam footage appears to show the five-time ... Read More