Grant program aims to expand Southwest Virginia’s behavioral health workforce by making training more affordable

Attorney General Jones wants Soering’s innocence claim dismissed

The convicted murderer in a sensational Bedford case from 1985 says new evidence proves he didn't commit the crime, but prosecutors say it's inconclusive.

If Roanoke had a ward system, Republican Amanda Marko likely would have won a seat

The at-large approach rewards candidates who can run consistently across the city and punishes those who do well in one part but not others. Here's a look at how the winners won.

If Lynchburg Republicans hadn't fractured, they could have won up to three council seats even in a Democratic year

Internal divisions and a fractured nomination process led to a split Republican vote in Lynchburg, allowing Democrats to secure a majority on the City Council.

Heating and utility assistance is available in far Southwest this winter

As winter months approach, more rate increases could be coming.

VHSL points update: Here are the playoff implications for final weekend of regular season

William Fleming and Northside hope to rally to make the playoffs. Rural Retreat hopes to overcome a six-game losing streak in the middle of the season to make the field. Here are the scenarios.