Virginia paid family leave approved, Roanoke school cuts, homeless shelter fight & redistricting appeal — WFIR News Express 5/13/26

Today’s WFIR News Express covers Virginia becoming the first Southern state to approve paid family and medical leave, along with Roanoke City school program cuts tied to budget pressures. We also report on the zoning fight involving The Least of These Ministries homeless shelter, Virginia’s emergency Supreme Court appeal over redistricting, and concerns over future education funding in Bedford. Plus updates on Local Colors, Martinsville Speedway, and new drone detection research at Virginia Tech. Get fast, reliable local news from Roanoke and across Virginia.