Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:14 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:14:48 GMT
Although it's summer time, over two-thousand Roanoke City students are heading back to the classroom Its an enrichment program called RCPS+, a new initiative launched by Roanoke City Schools to bridge
Although it's summer time, over two-thousand Roanoke City students are heading back to the classroom Its an enrichment program called RCPS+, a new initiative launched by Roanoke City Schools to bridge
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:54:41 GMT
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate. Reverend Bryon LePere came up with the idea
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:31:33 GMT
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving. Court papers claim Ricky Lee Phillips was on his way to pick up students from summer
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:29:18 GMT
Accused New River Valley Mall shooter Neil MacInnis is scheduled to be in court this afternoon. MacInnis is accused of shooting two women at the New River Community College's satellite campus inside the
Accused New River Valley Mall shooter Neil MacInnis is scheduled to be in court this afternoon.
Monday, June 17 2013 8:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 00:29:59 GMT
Virginia Attorney General's Office news releaseAttorney General Ken Cuccinelli warns Virginians to be cautious of scam phone calls from individuals who claim to be an employee of their electric utility
Caller claims to be a company employee and threatens to shut off electric service unless a delinquent bill is paid within a matter of hours.
Monday, June 17 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:46:23 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The state panel that verifies a series of daunting reforms to Medicaid as a condition for expanding access to the federal-state health care program
The Medicaid Innovation and Reform Commission got its first glimpse Monday of what's driving health cost increases that have dwarfed consumer products inflation and national defense spending.
Monday, June 17 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-06-17 21:39:37 GMT
After hundreds of votes WSLS viewers picked Mark Johnson as our Fathers of June contest winner. Mark's wife Mitzi nominated him, because he's been so hands on in caring for their son, Logan, over the
After hundreds of votes WSLS viewers picked Mark Johnson as our Fathers of June contest winner.
Monday, June 17 2013 4:21 PM EDT2013-06-17 20:21:08 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's Court of Appeals has expanded the issues that can be brought up on appeal by a former University of Virginia lacrosse player convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend. The
Virginia's Court of Appeals has expanded the issues that can be brought up on appeal by a former University of Virginia lacrosse player convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend.
Small-business owners in the coalfields of Appalachia are complaining about debts owed to them by a West Virginia billionaire who owns dozens of mines.
Small-business owners in the coalfields of Appalachia are complaining about debts owed to them by a West Virginia billionaire who owns dozens of mines.
Friday, June 14 2013 8:06 PM EDT2013-06-15 00:06:16 GMT
Our fourth Fathers of June finalist, Wayne Dooley, is a Vietnam War hero and a hero to his daughter. Wayne shows us the case his wife, Shirley, put together to display all of his military honors. He
Our fourth Fathers of June finalist, Wayne Dooley, is a Vietnam War hero and a hero to his daughter.
Friday, June 14 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:30:11 GMT
Several South Roanoke County neighbors said Thursday's storm was worse than last summer's Derecho. "We were only [without power] for a day [last summer]," said Penn Forest resident Don Sublette. Thursday's
Several South Roanoke County neighbors said Thursday's storm was worse than last summer's Derecho. "We were only [without power] for a day [last summer]," said Penn Forest resident Don Sublette. Thursday's
Friday, June 14 2013 6:19 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:19:19 GMT
Appalachian Power doesn't expect to have everybody's lights back on in the Roanoke and Roanoke County areas until Monday night, according to a company spokesman. Lynchburg, the Bedford area, Franklin
Appalachian Power doesn't expect to have everybody's lights back on in the Roanoke and Roanoke County areas until Monday night, according to a company spokesman. Lynchburg, the Bedford area, Franklin
Thursday, June 13 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-06-13 22:36:05 GMT
Priscilla Green said, for a moment, it seemed life or death depended on how fast she could open her passenger side door. "I could see the flames coming out of his truck and I remember thinking: 'I gotta
Priscilla Green said, for a moment, it seemed life or death depended on how fast she could open her passenger side door. "I could see the flames coming out of his truck and I remember thinking: 'I gotta
Thursday, June 13 2013 12:50 PM EDT2013-06-13 16:50:44 GMT
Virginia State Police have charged a Salem man with DUI and two counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with that fiery crash Wednesday on Interstate 581. Police said Timothy Wellons, 35, of
Virginia State Police have charged a Salem man with DUI and two counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with that fiery crash Wednesday on Interstate 581. Police said Timothy Wellons, 35, of
Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:29 PM EDT2013-06-13 01:29:33 GMT
Christina Collins was at home when she heard, and felt, what she said she knew was a car crash. "We just wanted to go over and help," Collins said. She was home with her brother. Collins lives only
Christina Collins was at home when she heard, and felt, what she said she knew was a car crash. "We just wanted to go over and help," Collins said. She was home with her brother. Collins lives only
Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:44 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:44:08 GMT
Wednesday's Fathers of June finalist Mike Freeman decided to become a foster parent after he and his wife couldn't have kids of their own. However, the love the family gives to their foster kids and the
Wednesday's Fathers of June finalist Mike Freeman decided to become a foster parent after he and his wife couldn't have kids of their own.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-06-12 20:06:00 GMT
Employees and volunteers at the Regional Center for Animal Control and Protection placed a total of 58 animals in new homes, fosters, or rescues at Tuesday's "Just One Day" event. "Just One Day" encourages
Employees and volunteers at the Regional Center for Animal Control and Protection placed a total of 58 animals in new homes, fosters, or rescues at Tuesday's "Just One Day" event. "Just One Day" encourages
Wednesday, June 12 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-06-12 19:53:56 GMT
Dallas-based Omni Hotels & Resorts has bought the Homestead, according to a press release from the company. The Associated Press also reported the purchase earlier this morning. Omni also bought four
Dallas-based Omni Hotels & Resorts has bought the Homestead, according to a press release from the company. The Associated Press also reported the purchase earlier this morning. Omni also bought four
Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:46:54 GMT
WSLS 10 has learned Roanoke city is in talks with the state that could save city taxpayers $3 million on a culvert project in relation to bringing passenger rail to Roanoke. The Virginia Department of
WSLS 10 has learned Roanoke city is in talks with the state that could save city taxpayers $3 million on a culvert project in relation to bringing passenger rail to Roanoke. The Virginia Department of
Wednesday, June 12 2013 11:44 AM EDT2013-06-12 15:44:04 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Democrats nominated Norfolk doctor and state Sen. Ralph Northam for lieutenant governor in a statewide primary that saw two senior Republican delegates
Democrats nominated Norfolk doctor and state Sen. Ralph Northam for lieutenant governor in a statewide primary that saw two senior Republican delegates ousted by conservative challengers
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:29 PM EDT2013-06-12 01:29:36 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Sen. Mark Herring has won the Democratic nomination for Virginia attorney general over political newcomer Justin Fairfax. The 51-year-old Herring
Herring captured nearly 52 percent of the vote in Tuesday's statewide primary
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:22 PM EDT2013-06-12 01:22:49 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Sen. Ralph Northam is the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, defeating the former White House technology chief Aneesh Chopra in Virginia's
Tuesday, June 11 2013 3:35 PM EDT2013-06-11 19:35:50 GMT
We're proud to introduce our second finalist for our Fathers of June contest. Mark Johnson from Vinton spends every day taking care of his son, Logan, who suffered a paralyzing spinal cord injury at birth. Mark's
Mark Johnson from Vinton spends every day taking care of his son, Logan, who suffered a paralyzing spinal cord injury at birth.
Monday, June 10 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-06-11 00:03:59 GMT
Monday, marks the first nominee for our "Fathers of June" contest. The Rockbridge County father has recently taken on the role of both mom and dad after losing his wife to cancer. John young and his
Monday, marks the first nominee for our "Fathers of June" contest.
Saturday, June 8 2013 12:25 AM EDT2013-06-08 04:25:26 GMT
Last year WSLS partnered with the local chambers of commerce and Feeding America Southwest Virginia to raise awareness for the first ever Governor's Bowl Food and Fund Drive. Now, we're back at it again
Last year WSLS partnered with the local chambers of commerce and Feeding America Southwest Virginia to raise awareness for the first ever Governor's Bowl Food and Fund Drive. Now, we're back at it again to drum up support for the second annual fundraiser.
Friday, June 7 2013 7:47 AM EDT2013-06-07 11:47:03 GMT
President Obama begins a weekend summit with Chinese President XI Jinping in California today. At the top of the president's agenda will be recent cyber attacks against the U.S. that have been linked to
All the headlines you need to know heading into your day.
Friday, June 7 2013 12:00 AM EDT2013-06-07 04:00:20 GMT
As we mark the 69th Anniversary of D-Day a World War II veteran got one of the biggest surprises in his life over Memorial Day weekend. Jerome "Jerry" Howard came out on his front porch to find a donated
As we mark the 69th Anniversary of D-Day a World War II veteran got one of the biggest surprises in his life over Memorial Day weekend.
Thursday, June 6 2013 8:43 PM EDT2013-06-07 00:43:50 GMT
Governor's Office news releaseGovernor Bob McDonnell today launched a research project with the University of Virginia and Virginia Tech, which will use a section of Interstate 66 in Fairfax County as
"This research seeks to save drivers in Virginia both time and money by offering technological solutions for a safer driving experience and improved travel times on those unavoidable workday commutes," Gov. McDonnell stated
Thursday, June 6 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-06-06 21:30:37 GMT
More than a dozen D-Day veterans attended and were recognized during a ceremony in Bedford.Thursday, June 6 marks the 69th anniversary of D-Day. The National D-Day memorial puts on the annual event but
More than a dozen D-Day veterans attended and were recognized during a ceremony in Bedford.
Thursday, June 6 2013 6:40 AM EDT2013-06-06 10:40:00 GMT
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is set to announce a new partnership to help battle human trafficking. A news conference will be held today at Reagan National Airport in Washington with the Customs
All the stories you need to know heading into your day.
Thursday, June 6 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-06-06 04:19:23 GMT
The little things in life can make the biggest difference in our lives. For example, at the Sheraton in Roanoke there's a van driver and bellman who's become an ambassador for the area. Everyday, Xavier
Everyday, Xavier Fox picks people up from the airport and brings them back to the hotel.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:01:19 GMT
VDOT has released its six year draft for Southwest Virginia and thanks to the transportation bill some new projects are getting much needed funding. Here are some of the highlights of the plan: VDOT
The plan is still considered a draft and needs state approval before taking effect.
The police chief in Marion has been charged with drug distribution. An affidavit in Abingdon accuses 54-year-old Saltville resident Michael Dean of selling a prescription painkiller to a cooperating witness. No hearing date...
Stone or bronze carvings depicting Dwight D. Eisenhower's accomplishments as Army general and president mark the latest creative change Architect Frank Gehry has made to his design for an Ike memorial park in...
Stone or bronze carvings depicting Dwight D. Eisenhower's accomplishments as Army general and president mark the latest creative change Architect Frank Gehry has made to his design for an Ike memorial park in Washington.
The first Republican to break the stranglehold Democrats held on Virginia's executive mansion since Reconstruction is supporting the Democratic nominee in this fall's race for governor.
The first Republican to break the stranglehold Democrats held on Virginia's executive mansion since Reconstruction is supporting the Democratic nominee in this fall's race for governor.
With their new statewide ticket finally set, Democratic nominees for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney come together for the first time Wednesday to establish sharp ideological contrasts with a...
With their new statewide ticket finally set, Democratic nominees for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney come together for the first time Wednesday to establish sharp ideological contrasts with a conservative...
Winners of Tuesday's Virginia primary elections with the winner's percent of the vote over opponent, according to largely complete but unofficial totals. Incumbents are designated by their legislative titles.
Winners of Tuesday's Virginia primary elections with the winner's percent of the vote over opponent, according to largely complete but unofficial totals. Incumbents are designated by their legislative titles.
With the major party gubernatorial choices for this fall settled, a paltry turnout is expected Tuesday as Virginia Democrats pick their down-ballot nominees and nominations are decided for 11 contested House of...
With the major party gubernatorial choices for this fall settled, a paltry turnout is expected Tuesday as Virginia Democrats pick their down-ballot nominees and nominations are decided for 11 contested House of Delegates...
A federal grand jury has been impaneled in the FBI's investigation of nutritional supplement maker Star Scientific and ties Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife have with the company's chief executive, and a...
A federal grand jury has been impaneled in the FBI's investigation of nutritional supplement maker Star Scientific and ties Gov. Bob McDonnell and his wife have with the company's chief executive, and a newspaper...
A 20-year-old Marshall County man has been indicted on charges he threatened to kill President Barack Obama and the first family. Ryan Kirker could face as many as five years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted....
A Marshall County man has been indicted on charges he threatened to kill President Barack Obama and the first family in a letter filled with profanity and racial slurs.
A Marshall County man has been indicted on charges he threatened to kill President Barack Obama and the first family in a letter filled with profanity and racial slurs.
Alex Ovechkin says his broken left foot is healing well after playing almost three full games on it last month. The Washington Capitals' captain, who won his third Hart Trophy as the NHL's MVP, sustained a...
Cliff Lee struck out nine in eight impressive innings, Michael Young tied a career high with three doubles and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 4-2 Tuesday night. The Phillies have won two in a row...
Tim Hudson pitched seven innings of four-hit ball, Evan Gattis homered, and the Atlanta Braves beat Stephen Strasburg and the Washington Nationals 3-1 Saturday for their eighth straight victory.
Cliff Lee struck out nine in eight impressive innings, Michael Young tied a career high with three doubles and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 4-2 Tuesday night.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:23:49 GMT
A police chief in southwestern Virginia has been charged with drug distribution. Marion Police Chief Michael Dean Roberts was arrested Thursday morning on one count of distribution of a controlled substance.
A police chief in southwestern Virginia has been charged with drug distribution.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:53 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:53:10 GMT
The Internet and television are used to make art. An artist from Chicago, Jason Salavon, designed the installation for one of the Taubman Museum of Art's latest exhibits. Projections of social media,
The Internet and television are used to make art.
An artist from Chicago, Jason Salavon, designed the installation for one of the Taubman Museum of Art's latest exhibits.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:44:04 GMT
The Roanoke County Police Department has released a new video aimed at teaching local kids about calling 911. Dispatcher Beverly Orange took a big part in making the video a reality, and says it's something
The Roanoke County Police Department has released a new video aimed at teaching local kids about calling 911. Dispatcher Beverly Orange took a big part in making the video a reality, and says it's something
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:14 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:14:48 GMT
Although it's summer time, over two-thousand Roanoke City students are heading back to the classroom Its an enrichment program called RCPS+, a new initiative launched by Roanoke City Schools to bridge
Although it's summer time, over two-thousand Roanoke City students are heading back to the classroom Its an enrichment program called RCPS+, a new initiative launched by Roanoke City Schools to bridge
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:54 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:54:41 GMT
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate. Reverend Bryon LePere came up with the idea
An old school in our area is getting a bit of a makeover and it's all thanks to a local group of volunteers in Buena Vista who decided to step up to the plate.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:31:33 GMT
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving. Court papers claim Ricky Lee Phillips was on his way to pick up students from summer
Court records show a Carroll County substitute bus driver has been arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving.
