Major Drug Bust in Roanoke • China Tariffs & Your Wallet • MS-13 Case Dropped

In today’s WFIR News Express:📦 What does the China–U.S. tariff war mean for the average American? Virginia Tech economist Jadrian Wooten explains how rising tensions could hit your wallet—and whether a recession is on the horizon.🚨 A major drug bust in Roanoke nets over 6 kilograms of cocaine, crack, marijuana, firearms, and more than $75,000 in cash. The DEA and state task force led the April 5th raid.⚖️ The Justice Department drops its case against a suspected MS-13 gang leader — just weeks after federal agents announced his arrest in Virginia.🧡 Hundreds gather at the Berglund Center to celebrate the life of 10-year-old Autumn Bushman, with renewed calls to address bullying in schools.🧪 Roanoke College launches a national marrow donor drive to support a student with leukemia, and Carilion’s ER expansion nears completion.Also in today’s episode:🏠 House fire in Bedford🛣️ Blue Ridge Parkway closures begin🛑 Virginia’s "Thank a Trooper" program📞 It’s Public Safety Telecommunicators Week🎧 Real news, real fast — every weekday from WFIR News.