A new residential development has been approved in Roanoke. The project includes commercial properties and a realignment of the Mecca Street Intersection. Concerns about increased traffic on Orange Avenue were raised by the public, but developers plan to implement improvements such as sidewalks, crosswalks, and a traffic signal. WDBJ reports The project aims to enhance the area and provide new housing options for residents.
The Norfolk Airport has seen an increase in travelers, but it's not quite exceeding expectations. Rocio Rivera has more.Preview: Hundreds of Residents in an appartment complex in Fairfax are fighting to stay cool among dangerous hot tempatures.
Residents of Eaves Fairfax Towers in Falls Church say its been two weeks since they've had air conditioning. That's during the dangerous heat waves. Management says that a cooling tower malfunction is the source of the issue and that repairs are underway. Despite temporary fixes and portable units provided, residents continue to struggle with the heat, with some reporting temperatures as high as 92 degrees inside their apartments. The management team tells WTOP News, they've ordered the necessary parts and plan to have the unit repaired around mid-July.