The city of Roanoke is facing a challenging budget year.
Scott Kimbler explains.Preview: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary accused two federal lawmakers of lying about staffing levels at the upcoming Chesapeake VA Outpatient Clinic. Democrat Senator Tim Kaine and Democrat Representative Bobby Scott expressed concerns that the clinic would open with only 25%-30% of its full staff.Preview: VA Secretary Doug Collins acknowledged the Trump administration's efforts to reduce the staffing at the VA but denied veterans seeking care will be affected.Preview: He tells WAVY the staffing numbers will increase with demand at the facility with staffing expected to reach full capacity by January 2026.
A new police station is opening in Henrico County today. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held this morning to commemorate the new South Station opening. The station is located at 640 North Airport Ave. The new station will also have an emergency communications training center and a 5-thousand square foot K-9 training facility.