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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 10 MIN

Trump’s Education Plan Stalls— a Major Fundraiser for Children in Roanoke, and More Roanoke Valley News

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Virginia State Police have wrapped up a major law enforcement operation, resulting in over 600 felony arrests and the seizure of more than 400 pounds of illegal drugs. Meanwhile, a proposed move to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education has some local school officials worried about funding cuts. We also have updates on a Romanian national accused of a multi-state credit card skimming scheme, new efforts to ban Chinese AI software on government devices, and concerns over U.S. intelligence support for Ukraine. Plus, Q99’s Miracle Day Fundraiser is underway, raising money for Carilion Children’s, and the Taubman Museum’s Arts Pop event showcases the region’s creative talent this weekend. All that and more in today's WFIR News Express—listen now!

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