Thursday, May 23 2013 2:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 18:40:41 GMT
A Carroll County sheriff's deputy found a woman's body in Grayson County, sheriff Richard Vaughan is confirming. Vaughan, the sheriff of Grayson County, said he thought the body had been there for about
Neighbor found Desia Rae George's cell phone, which kicked off a search of the area where the phone was recovered
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:20:57 GMT
A Salem grand jury has indicted former volunteer volleyball coach Dewayne Barger on seventeen new charges related to secretly videotaping teen girls. Barger turned himself in this morning and was released
A Salem grand jury has indicted former volunteer volleyball coach Dewayne Barger on 17 new charges related to secretly videotaping teen girls. Barger turned himself in this morning and was released
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:39:21 GMT
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (AP) - The Coast Guard and Virginia Marine Police are getting the word out on safe boating ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend. The groups plan to discuss boating safety Friday
The top five factors in all boating accidents last year were operator inattention, inexperience, improper lookout, machinery failure and excessive speed.
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:38:24 GMT
WAYNESBORO, Va. (AP) - A man is dead after he was hit by a CSX train in Waynesboro. Waynesboro police tell media outlets that the accident occurred around 12:20 a.m. Thursday. The victim appeared
Police say the body will be sent to the Department of Forensics in Roanoke for an autopsy and identification.
Thursday, May 23 2013 7:17 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:17:27 GMT
Virginia is giving shoppers another reason to head to your local farmers market. The Department of Agriculture is now offering punch cards to reward people for buying local. You'll get a punch for every
The goal is to get more people to buy locally grown food.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:26 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:26:55 GMT
One of Virginia's natural wonders is up for sale.According to Jim Woltz of Woltz & Associates, the landmark along with the 150-room hotel, caverns, and related properties, are up for sale."A lot of people
"A lot of people probably don't even realize the Natural Bridge, one of the natural wonders of the world, is privately owned, and it is a great honor to be entrusted with this treasure,"said Jim Woltz of Woltz & Associates
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:46 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:46:59 GMT
Virginia Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries news releaseSpring turkey hunters reported harvesting a record 19,265 birds during the 2013 season, according to Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
Spring turkey hunters reported harvesting a record 19,265 birds during the 2013 season
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:18 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:18:04 GMT
The Central Oklahoma Bronchos have come more than 1,100 miles to play for home. The Bronchos are one of eight teams in Salem to play for the 2013 NCAA Division II national championship in softball. It's
The Central Oklahoma Bronchos have come more than 1,100 miles to play for home. The Bronchos are one of eight teams in Salem to play for the 2013 NCAA Division II national championship in softball. It's
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:52:32 GMT
Eight teams from across the nation are in Salem for the NCAA Division II Softball World Series. Play begins tomorrow in the double elimination tournament. The teams, some from as far away as California,
Eight teams from across the nation are in Salem for the NCAA Division II Softball World Series. Play begins tomorrow in the double elimination tournament. The teams, some from as far away as California,
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:37 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:37:50 GMT
GREENBELT, Md. (AP) - A former University of Virginia lacrosse player convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend is being sued by American International Group Inc. over his refusal to answer questions from
A former University of Virginia lacrosse player convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend is being sued by American International Group Inc. over his refusal to answer questions from insurance investigators
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:56 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:56:25 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia has the go-ahead for a major cost-saving experiment that simplifies and consolidates care for people eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare.
Gov. Bob McDonnell's Commonwealth Coordinated Care program clears one of several hurdles necessary before the state will allow the expansion of Medicaid to 400,000 Virginia working poor
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:16:45 GMT
Because We Care Ministries is setting up a collection site at First Baptist Church in downtown Roanoke. They'll have a truck out on Thursday morning at 8 a.m. ready to fill and send to a church in Oklahoma
Because We Care Ministries is setting up a collection site at First Baptist Church in downtown Roanoke. They'll have a truck out on Thursday morning at 8 a.m. ready to fill and send to a church in Oklahoma
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:40:53 GMT
Storm Team 10 meteorologist Patrick McKee remembers his time forecasting in Oklahoma. Patrick worked for a TV station in Lawton, Oklahoma from 2001 to 2005. Lawton is southwest of Oklahoma City and Moore. Moore
Storm Team 10 meteorologist Patrick McKee remembers his time forecasting in Oklahoma. Patrick worked for a TV station in Lawton, Oklahoma from 2001 to 2005. Lawton is southwest of Oklahoma City and Moore. Moore
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:41:11 GMT
WSLS is teaming up again with God's Pit Crew and Spirit FM on a collection drive to send to Oklahoma. Starting Wednesday at noon a God's Pit Crew truck will be set up outside the Bonsack Walmart. We'll
WSLS is teaming up again with God's Pit Crew and Spirit FM on a collection drive to send to Oklahoma.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:23 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:23:13 GMT
Roanoke has a new "Super Teacher" and he learned of his reward in surprise fashion! Garden City elementary school threw a surprise party of sorts for Matthew Miller. Miller won a $2,000 cash prize as
Garden City Elementary School threw a surprise party of sorts for Matthew Miller
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:30:45 GMT
DAMASCUS, Va. (AP) - Authorities say the driver who plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Virginia mountain town's parade won't likely face charges. Damascus Police Chief Bill Nunley says the driver
The driver in the Saturday incident that injured about 50 people had a medical issue that caused him to lose control of his car
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:52:39 GMT
APPOMATTOX, Va. (AP) - Two Civil War-era cannons in Appomattox Court House Square are getting a lift. On Monday, workers replaced the deteriorating wooden carriages with new metal ones ahead of the
Workers replaced the deteriorating wooden carriages with new metal ones ahead of the weekend's Memorial Day festivities
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:51 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:51:17 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Police statistics show both violent and property crimes fell about 3 percent in Virginia in 2012 compared to the year before. The report released Monday showed there were
State Police say drug and narcotics offenses rose 9.4 percent and increased for the third straight year
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:49 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:49:57 GMT
FORT EUSTIS, Va. (AP) - The USS Merrimack will be recycled in the city where it was built. The Office of Congressional and Public Affairs in Washington, D.C., says the vessel is set to depart the James
The 700-foot USS Merrimack was built in 1980 in New Orleans as part of a Navy fleet of oilers
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:48 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:48:56 GMT
STEVE SZKOTAKAssociated Press RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Opponents of uranium mining in Virginia met with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe on the issue and they said he's solidly in their
Opponents contend uranium mining in Virginia's wet, storm-prone climate is a bad idea and could lead to radioactive-laced tailings, or waste, fouling water sources in a catastrophic storm.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:46:48 GMT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - William H. Goodwin Jr. will become vice rector of the University of Virginia Board of Visitors in July. The university says in a news release that board members elected Goodwin
Board members elected Goodwin on Monday to replace George K. Martin. Martin will become rector when Helen Dragas' term ends on June 30.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:07:43 GMT
HANK KURZ Jr.AP Sports Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones says the Washington Redskins' training facility is "on schedule and on time" and will be completed before July 25, when
Richmond Mayor Dwight Jones says the Washington Redskins' training facility is "on schedule and on time" and will be completed before July 25, when the team opens training camp
Monday, May 20 2013 6:43 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:43:16 GMT
A Roanoke woman is named "Virginia Big of the Year" and is the first Big Brothers Big Sisters volunteer to ever win the honor from southwest Virginia. Leslie Bennett and her little sister, Marsha, met
Leslie Bennett and her little sister, Marsha, met for the first time three years ago, after a woman at work urged Leslie to volunteer
Monday, May 20 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:06:06 GMT
Roanoke police are examining a potential DNA link to a cold case murder from 2005, WSLS 10 has confirmed. On August 16, 2005, police found Jamie Penn, 23, dead of gunshot wounds in his SUV. It was parked
On August 16, 2005, police found Jamie Penn, 23, dead of gunshot wounds in his SUV
Monday, May 20 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:04:19 GMT
The Virginia Republican ticket introduced itself to the Roanoke Valley this morning. Republican nominee for governor, Ken Cuccinelli, spoke to a nice crowd of supporters this morning at the Roanoke Regional
Republican nominee for governor, Ken Cuccinelli, spoke to a crowd of supporters this morning at Roanoke Regional Airport
Monday, May 20 2013 1:29 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:29:30 GMT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - The University of Virginia's capital campaign has exceeded its $3 billion goal. The university says in a news release that it received donations from more than 220,000 individuals
The university says it received donations from more than 220,000 individuals and corporations
Monday, May 20 2013 11:16 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:16:41 GMT
CULPEPER, Va. (AP) - The Civil War Trust has launched a $3.6 million national fundraising campaign to preserve 56 battlefield acres at Brandy Station in Culpeper County. The so-called Fleetwood Hill
The so-called Fleetwood Hill property is the core battlefield of the Brandy Station battle that occurred 150 years ago in June 2013
Monday, May 20 2013 6:11 AM EDT2013-05-20 10:11:05 GMT
After deciding to hold off on voting itself a pay raise, Roanoke City Council is asking for your opinion during a public hearing tonight. WSLS 10 is taking a closer look at the raise city council is asking
Roanoke City Council will hold a public hearing tonight to discuss council pay raises.
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:47:25 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Ken Cuccinelli, Virginia's conservative activist attorney general, formally became the Republican gubernatorial nominee by acclamation Saturday in a
Cuccinelli used his nomination speech to tack to the political center as he eyes the November election, minimizing his support for restrictions on abortion and opposition to gay rights, as he attacked Democratic nominee Terry McAuliffe
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:39:11 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia Republicans have chosen firebrand conservative minister E.W. Jackson's for lieutenant governor, the first black candidate the party has nominated
Jackson provoked the loudest ovation of the day, declaring in an impassioned speech, "I am not an African-American, I am an American!"
Law enforcement officials tell News Channel 11 a vehicle drove into a group of several people at "Trail Days" in Damascus.
Law enforcement officials tell News Channel 11 a vehicle drove into a group of several people at "Trail Days" in Damascus. Pokey Harris, Emergency Management Coordinator with Washington County, VA, says the earliest reports indicate 50 to 60 injuries, some being critical. Harris says it is likely that 12 to 15 people were transported to local hospitals. She says there are no reports right now of any fatalities.
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:32:46 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - State Sen. Mark Obenshain has won the Republican nomination for attorney general in Virginia 35 years after his father won the party's U.S. Senate nomination.
Obenshain's father, Richard Obenshain, won the party's U.S. Senate nomination in the same building in 1978
Saturday, May 18 2013 4:43 PM EDT2013-05-18 20:43:13 GMT
DAMASCUS, Va. (AP) - Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a parade. Several people appear to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediately known. The
Witnesses said a car drove into a crowd at a parade
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:41:25 GMT
FARMVILLE, Va. (AP) - A Mega Millions ticket sold in Farmville matched all six numbers in the latest drawing and will split the estimated $190 million jackpot with the holder of another winning ticket
The Farmville Food Lion sold one of two winning tickets, which will be worth $95 million before taxes, and if the winner chooses the all-cash or annuity option
Friday, May 17 2013 11:49 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:49:25 GMT
WSLS 10 has learned the educational travel agency hired by a group of Pulaski County high school parents and students to facilitate a trip to Europe has 39 consumer complaints in the commonwealth of Massachusetts. The
WSLS 10 has learned the educational travel agency hired by a group of Pulaski County high school parents and students to facilitate a trip to Europe has 39 consumer complaints in the commonwealth of Massachusetts. The
FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) - Conn. Governor Malloy says 60 people have been transported to hospitals after two commuter trains collided in southwestern Connecticut. The Governor said 5 people were critically
FAIRFIELD, Conn. (AP) - Conn. Governor Malloy says 60 people have been transported to hospitals after two commuter trains collided in southwestern Connecticut. The Governor said 5 people were critically
Friday, May 17 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:12:31 GMT
VDACS news releaseThe Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reminds citizens that the deadline to apply for federal economic injury disaster loans is June 17, 2013. These loans, available
These loans, available from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), are for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private non-profit organizations of all sizes.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:45:09 GMT
As we reported Thursday $1.6 million in federal grant money could go a long way towards creating more growth in the West End area of Roanoke. This weekend you might see a number kids volunteering to kick
Hundreds of students and volunteers will be out Saturday working on 24 different projects in the West End area of the city.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:50:03 GMT
Roanoke city leaders have punted the downtown market plaza idea to the fall. City leaders will get rid of over a dozen parking spaces at the corner of Market Street and Campbell Avenue, those spaces directly
Roanoke city leaders have punted the downtown market plaza idea to the fall. City leaders will get rid of over a dozen parking spaces at the corner of Market Street and Campbell Avenue, those spaces directly
Friday, May 17 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:28:30 GMT
An upset in the lightweight division of the 17th annual CHIP "Tug for Tots!" The team from the Western Virginia Regional Jail defeated the eight time defending champion Roanoke City Sheriff's Office. A
An upset in the lightweight division of the 17th annual CHIP "Tug for Tots!" The team from the Western Virginia Regional Jail defeated the eight time defending champion Roanoke City Sheriff's Office. A
Friday, May 17 2013 12:32 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:32:49 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Gov. Bob McDonnell is launching an ambitious campaign to match more than 1,000 children in foster care with 1,000 adoptive parents. The "Virginia Adopts: Campaign for 1,000" will
Gov. Bob McDonnell is launching an ambitious campaign to match more than 1,000 children in foster care with 1,000 adoptive parents.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:27 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:27:19 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Virginia's Republican Party, now under tea party control, meets this weekend to formalize Ken Cuccinelli's gubernatorial nomination and decide its two other statewide candidates.
The convention will nominate Ken Cuccinelli for Governor, and choose candidates for Lt. Governor and Attorney General
Friday, May 17 2013 12:19 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:19:16 GMT
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - Federal prosecutors say more charges are expected against three Charlottesville residents charged with selling the fake IDs to thousands of college students across the country.
Federal prosecutors say more charges are expected against three Charlottesville residents charged with selling the fake IDs to thousands of college students across the country.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:17 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:17:54 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The Virginia Department of Social Services is being recognized for its use of technology to help improve efficiency and effectiveness. Gov. Bob McDonnell's office says the department
The CommonHelp portal allows residents to apply for benefits, check on the status of applications, renew for assistance, and manage their benefits.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:16:27 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Rates at Virginia's community colleges are going up. The State Board for Community Colleges voted Thursday to increase in-state tuition and mandatory fees rate by 4.4 percent.
The increase translates to $5.50 more per credit hour next school year, which will cost a typical full-time student an additional $165 annually.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:08:53 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The Virginia Employment Commission says the state's jobless rate fell in April for the second consecutive month. The state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2 percent
The state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in April. That's down from 5.3 percent in March, and down from 5.9 percent a year ago.
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.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:50 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:50:55 GMT
The debate over the use of drones continues across the United States but the impact is already being felt right here in our area. As we've reported back in March, Virginia Tech is fronting an application
The debate over the use of drones continues across the United States but the impact is already being felt right here in our area.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:44:30 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor this year. He
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:31:55 GMT
The Blue Ridge Independent Living Center is looking for more contractors to partner with to make home improvements for folks with disabilities. Each year, Roanoke City grants $75,000 to the non-profit
The Blue Ridge Independent Living Center is looking for more contractors to partner with to make home improvements for folks with disabilities.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 21:41:21 GMT
Investigators in Alleghany County say they're continuing to run down leads in the Ashley Rodriguez murder case. Investigators say they have a warrant for the arrest of Adan "Manuel" Rodriguez for his
Investigators in Alleghany County say they're continuing to run down leads in the Ashley Rodriguez murder case. Investigators say they have a warrant for the arrest of Adan "Manuel" Rodriguez for his
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:55:17 GMT
Roanoke's West End neighborhood is set to get more than $1.6 million in HUD money from the federal government for community improvements. The amount will be finalized at the end of the city's budgetary
Roanoke's West End neighborhood is set to get more than $1.6 million in HUD money from the federal government for community improvements. The amount will be finalized at the end of the city's budgetary
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:40 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:40:43 GMT
LARRY O'DELLAssociated Press RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Liberty University's challenge to the Obama administration's health care law is back before a federal appeals court in Virginia. A three-judge panel
Liberty claims the health care law violates the school's religious freedom
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:12:33 GMT
STEVE SZKOTAKAssociated Press RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A federal appeals court is considering the Sons of Confederate Veterans' challenge of the city of Lexington's decision to exclude the heritage group's
A federal appeals court is considering the Sons of Confederate Veterans' challenge of the city of Lexington's decision to exclude the heritage group's battle flag from its city light poles.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:07:12 GMT
Dawn Toole was voted by the viewers at our Mother of May winner. Dawn is a kindergarten teacher at Patrick Henry Elementary School in Martinsville. With the help of school administration we surprised
Dawn Toole started a weekend backpack program for area students called Mercy Nuggets, so they'll have food to eat over the weekend.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:34:26 GMT
Court records show a Glenvar high school student is under investigation for using his smart phone to take pictures looking up several students and teachers skirts. A search warrant on file in Roanoke
Court records show a Glenvar high school student is under investigation for using his smart phone to take pictures looking up several students and teachers skirts. A search warrant on file in Roanoke
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:09 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:09:46 GMT
The Pulaski County School Board is seeing what, if anything, it can do to help more than two dozen parents and students at Pulaski County High School after he looks like they'll be denied a trip to Europe.
The Pulaski County School Board is seeing what, if anything, it can do to help more than two dozen parents and students at Pulaski County High School after he looks like they'll be denied a trip to Europe.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:43 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:43:45 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has recused his office from representing Gov. Bob McDonnell in matters related to theft charges against the Executive
Attorneys from the Richmond firm of Eckert Seamans headed by Democratic former Attorney General Tony Troy will be legal counsel to McDonnell
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:46:47 GMT
LOUISA, Va. (AP) - Wednesday has gotten off to a shaky start for some residents in Louisa County. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that a magnitude-2.3 earthquake struck in the county at 7:01 a.m.
The U.S. Geological Survey reports that a magnitude-2.3 earthquake struck in the county at 7:01 a.m.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:51 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:51:47 GMT
BOB LEWISAP Political Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A new Quinnipiac University poll shows Gov. Bob McDonnell's job approval dipping to its lowest point in two years. But it's not because of gifts he
A new Quinnipiac University poll shows Gov. Bob McDonnell's job approval dipping to its lowest point in two years
Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:41:28 GMT
A Faith Christian School senior is heading to college with a pretty unique scholarship - The Gates Millennium Scholarship from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Senior Katherine Quiroz started the
A Faith Christian School senior is heading to college with a pretty unique scholarship - The Gates Millennium Scholarship from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:24:06 GMT
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock said he used to take only a step toward recovery each day after Jonathan Agee shot him twice on Memorial Day 2011. But after Agee's sentencing hearing, and
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock said he used to take only a step toward recovery each day after Jonathan Agee shot him twice on Memorial Day 2011. But after Agee's sentencing hearing, and
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:23:56 GMT
Mandy Brannock said she had been telling her husband, former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, that he wasn't a coward from day one. Mandy Brannock said that was the first thing she remembered her
Mandy Brannock said she had been telling her husband, former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, that he wasn't a coward from day one. Mandy Brannock said that was the first thing she remembered her
Monday, May 13 2013 8:45 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:45:10 GMT
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Gov. Bob McDonnell has held a ceremonial signing for a major legislative triumph. The ceremonial signing Monday at the Capitol was for his sweeping, long-term overhaul of Virginia's
The measure replaces Virginia's 17 1/2 cents-per-gallon retail gasoline tax with a 3.5 percent wholesale tax on gasoline and a 6 percent levy on diesel fuel. It boosts statewide sales taxes from 5 percent to 5.3 percent and increases the titling tax on car sales.
Monday, May 13 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:05:48 GMT
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, along with his wife Mandy, sat down with WSLS 10 to talk about how the family is recovering following Memorial Day 2011, when Jonathan Agee shot Brannock twice
Former Virginia state trooper Matt Brannock, along with his wife Mandy, sat down with WSLS 10 to talk about how the family is recovering following Memorial Day 2011, when Jonathan Agee shot Brannock twice
Monday, May 13 2013 7:10 AM EDT2013-05-13 11:10:05 GMT
The late start of spring is proving to be trying for businesses at Smith Mountain Lake. But sunny skies are helping shift the focus from spring to summer, which means fishing tournaments are getting underway. Smith
Bassmaster Magazine ranked Smith Mountain Lake 25th nationwide for bass fishing.
Friday, May 10 2013 9:54 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:54:48 GMT
Virginia State Police honored a Pulaski County trooper on Friday, who was killed in the line of duty.During the annual State Police memorial service in Chesterfield County, a portrait of Trooper Andrew
During the annual State Police memorial service in Chesterfield County, a portrait of Trooper Andrew Fox was unveiled
Friday, May 10 2013 9:30 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:30:16 GMT
Friday we introduce you to our final nominee for our Mothers of May contest. Erica Thomas was not able to meet with us because she's by her husband's side in Richmond after he underwent a major surgery
Erica Thomas was not able to meet with us, because she's by her husband's side in Richmond after he underwent a major surgery this week, but her 17-year-old sister, Elana, she's helping raise wanted to honor Erica by nominating her as a Mother of May.
Friday, May 10 2013 8:04 PM EDT2013-05-11 00:04:46 GMT
State Corporation Commission news releaseThe State Corporation Commission (SCC) will hold a public hearing on June 18, 2013, on a request by Dominion Virginia Power (DVP) for an increase in its fuel factor.
The SCC will hold a public hearing on June 18, 2013, on a request by Dominion Virginia Power for an increase in its fuel factor
Friday, May 10 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:12:11 GMT
David Prince can either travel across Virginia for a chance at winning the state long jump competition or walk across the stage with his class mates for graduation.
David Prince can either travel across Virginia for a chance at winning the state long jump competition or walk across the stage with his classmates for graduation.
Friday, May 10 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-05-10 23:02:16 GMT
Investigators admit they can't be sure, but they believe it's possible the actions of Christiansburg police captain Chris Ramsey might have saved Matt Brannock's life on Memorial Day 2011, or at least
Investigators admit they can't be sure, but they believe it's possible the actions of Christiansburg police captain Chris Ramsey might have saved Matt Brannock's life on Memorial Day 2011, or at least
Friday, May 10 2013 4:38 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:38:01 GMT
The elder brother suspected in the Boston Marathon bombing has been buried near Kings Dominion and the Virginia State Fair, according to a report by the Boston Globe.Sources tell the newspaper that Tamerlan
Caroline County leaders say they will examine whether all laws were followed in carrying out the hushed burial of Tamerlan Tsarnaev
Friday, May 10 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-10 17:22:23 GMT
Henrico County Police say a man from Roanoke was found shot to death early Thursday.Investigators tell us 32-year-old Thomas Randall was shot once, and found inside a room at the Legacy Inn motel, in the
32-year-old Thomas Randall was shot once, and found inside a room at the Legacy Inn motel in Henrico County
Friday, May 10 2013 5:28 AM EDT2013-05-10 09:28:25 GMT
The growing drug problem in Southwest Virginia is beginning to catch the attention of legislators in Richmond. Last week WSLS 10's Scott Leamon broke down the growing heroin problem in the area due in
The attorney general said prescription drugs and meth are still Southwest Virginia's biggest problems, but acknowledged heroin is on the radar as well.
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:07:47 GMT
Thursday's Mothers of May finalist is a kindergarten teacher who is also making a difference for students outside the classroom on the weekends. Two years ago, Dawn Toole created a weekend backpack program
Thursday's Mothers of May finalist is a kindergarten teacher who is also making a difference for students outside the classroom on the weekends.
A Quantico woman will find out how much prison time she will receive for fatally shaking and fracturing the skull of a 9-month-old girl that had been left in her care.
A Quantico woman will find out how much prison time she will receive for fatally shaking and fracturing the skull of a 9-month-old girl that had been left in her care.
Jury deliberations are continuing in the trial of four former Bank of the Commonwealth executives and a developer accused of conspiring to defraud the bank out of $71 million. The federal jury in Norfolk failed to reach a...
The Republican lieutenant governor nomination of outspoken conservative black minister E.W. Jackson, who has compared Planned Parenthood to the Ku Klux Klan, has alarmed black elected leaders in Virginia, all of...
The Republican lieutenant governor nomination of outspoken conservative black minister E.W. Jackson, who has compared Planned Parenthood to the Ku Klux Klan, has alarmed black elected leaders in Virginia, all of them...
Virginia Democrats are framing the new statewide ticket the Republican Right nominated Saturday as a referendum on the GOP's surprise lieutenant governor nominee, firebrand Chesapeake minister E.W. Jackson, and...
Virginia Democrats are framing the new statewide ticket the Republican Right nominated Saturday as a referendum on the GOP's surprise lieutenant governor nominee, firebrand Chesapeake minister E.W. Jackson, and his...
Virginia's Republican Party, now under tea party control, will gavel its convention to order Friday and is preparing to formalize Ken Cuccinelli's gubernatorial nomination and decide its two other statewide...
Virginia's Republican Party, now under tea party control, will gavel its convention to order Friday and is preparing to formalize Ken Cuccinelli's gubernatorial nomination and decide its two other statewide...
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor this year.
Republican Ken Cuccinelli is in Virginia coal country proposing cuts to taxes and regulations on energy to stimulate its growth in the state if he's elected governor this year.
Four years in the making, Virginia's far-flung tea party groups will officially plant their flag not only on the Republican Party but on its nominees for the state's highest offices as well.
Four years in the making, Virginia's far-flung tea party groups will officially plant their flag not only on the Republican Party but on its nominees for the state's highest offices as well.
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The National Weather Service says a storm that destroyed two mobile homes and injured two people in Teays Valley was a microburst. The storm that hit about 3:30 yesterday afternoon had estimated wind speeds between 70 and 80...
Ian Desmond singled in Bryce Harper in the 10th inning, and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1 Wednesday to avoid a three-game series sweep. Harper sparked the winning rally with a one-out double....
Ian Desmond singled in Bryce Harper in the 10th inning, and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game series sweep.
Brett Austin drove in two runs during a four-run seventh inning to help North Carolina State beat Clemson 6-3 on Wednesday night in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
Brett Austin drove in two runs during a four-run seventh inning to help North Carolina State beat Clemson 6-3 on Wednesday night in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
Chad Pinder hit two home runs - including a sixth-inning grand slam - and drove in six runs to help Virginia Tech beat Virginia 10-1 on Wednesday in pool play of the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
Chad Pinder hit two home runs - including a sixth-inning grand slam - and drove in six runs to help Virginia Tech beat Virginia 10-1 on Wednesday in pool play of the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
A.J. Murray and Mott Hyde hit back-to-back homers in the top of the ninth inning to help reigning champion Georgia Tech beat Florida State 4-3 on Wednesday in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
A.J. Murray and Mott Hyde hit back-to-back homers in the top of the ninth inning to help reigning champion Georgia Tech beat Florida State 4-3 on Wednesday in pool play at the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament.
Thursday, May 23 2013 2:40 PM EDT2013-05-23 18:40:41 GMT
A Carroll County sheriff's deputy found a woman's body in Grayson County, sheriff Richard Vaughan is confirming. Vaughan, the sheriff of Grayson County, said he thought the body had been there for about
Neighbor found Desia Rae George's cell phone, which kicked off a search of the area where the phone was recovered
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:53:55 GMT
WSLS is working together with Southwest Virginia relief organizations to collect supplies for victims of the EF-4 tornado that devastated Moore, Oklahoma.
List of local relief groups collecting tornado help for Oklahoma
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:32 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:32:13 GMT
Construction is in full swing at South Peak, located in South Roanoke Co., across from Tanglewood Mall. The first condominium building has been completed, and so far seven condos have been sold. Jeff
Construction is in full swing at South Peak, located in South Roanoke Co., across from Tanglewood Mall.
Thursday, May 23 2013 2:06 PM EDT2013-05-23 18:06:13 GMT
The Roanoke River Greenways will be getting $12,775,000 to finish the greenway from Green Hill Park to the Blue Ridge Parkway.The Roanoke Valley Area Metropolitan Planning Organization approved $28.2 million
The Roanoke River Greenways will be getting $12,775,000 to finish the greenway from Green Hill Park to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:20:57 GMT
A Salem grand jury has indicted former volunteer volleyball coach Dewayne Barger on seventeen new charges related to secretly videotaping teen girls. Barger turned himself in this morning and was released
A Salem grand jury has indicted former volunteer volleyball coach Dewayne Barger on 17 new charges related to secretly videotaping teen girls. Barger turned himself in this morning and was released
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:14 PM EDT2013-05-23 17:14:50 GMT
DANVILLE, Va. (AP) - AllergEase is moving its headquarters and distribution operations from Arlington to Danville. The city said Thursday in a news release that AllergEase plans to invest $7.5 million
AllergEase plans to locate its distribution operations and corporate headquarters to Danville's River District
