Provisional ballots provide a safety net for voters facing eligibility questions, ensuring their votes are counted amidst challenges like voter purges and identification issues.

A man is facing multiple charges after “explicit conversations” with a minor in Christiansburg, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said.

Some voters in Virginia are making alternate plans to cast ballots after learning that their registrations were mistakenly canceled by the state.

The U.S. Supreme Court allowed Virginia’s program designed to purge noncitizens from the voter rolls to continue Wednesday.

A former CIA officer-trainee has been acquitted of charges that he attacked a female colleague in a stairwell at CIA headquarters.

Cardiovascular scientists have discovered a potential new treatment for heart failure.

The nationwide debate over transgender rights is playing out on a personal level in a federal court lawsuit filed by a former Liberty University employee fired by the Christian school after disclosing her identity as a transgender woman.

Getting close to 80 degrees...

Tax experts say while it might be October, tax season will be here before you know it.

Tourism during fall foliage season is big business in Virginia. While cleanup is still underway for areas hit hard by Helene, local businesses are hoping to attract visitors.

Temperatures approach the 80s for some the next couple of days

Halloween could feature temperatures near 80 degrees...

Two crisis centers, designed to help anyone in a mental health emergency or crisis, are coming to Southwest Virginia in 2025.

Cloud cover fades through the day as temperatures gently warm up

Omarion Hampton ran for 105 yards and two touchdowns, and J.J. Jones caught five passes for 129 yards and a pair of scores.

A Roanoke native is stepping into the spotlight as a comic book writer with the exciting new series of Power Rangers!

A federal judge is expected to decide whether to halt a system that allows Virginia to strike possible noncitizens from voter rolls.

A federal judge has ordered Virginia to restore more than 1,600 voter registrations that she said were illegally purged in the last two months in an effort to stop noncitizens from voting.

Another late Summer-like afternoon, but cooler temps are on the way!

907 people died in car crashes last year across Virginia and while those numbers are a ten percent decrease from 2022, the Commonwealth would like to do everything to keep them down starting with student drivers.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin is taking steps to confront the growing issue of gang violence across the Commonwealth.

Since Helene tore through southwest Virginia, cleanup crews from all over have been working to clean up the mess left over.

Another late Summer-like afternoon, but cooler temps are on the way!

Warmer-than-average temperatures stick around for the next couple of days.

Hokies Tuten, Chaplin, and Powell-Ryland garner Week 8 honors from the ACC

With odds of more than one in 600,000 to win the top prize in the Virginia Lottery scratcher game, it seemed unlikely—yet one Roanoke man defied those odds and took home a winning ticket.

Feeling like late Summer the next couple days

A new YMCA is coming to Tanglewood Mall on December 10, and almost 60 people have already signed up at a membership drive for the wellness center.

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Saturday, cancer survivors and community members gathered in Martinsville to observe the occasion, with a goal of educating people on the topic and saving lives.

Southwest and Central Virginia will experience quiet weather with sunny conditions and above-average temperatures through the weekend into next week.

A coalition of churches across our region got together to help victims of Helene.

Rockbridge faces a childcare crisis with limited facilities and a growing waitlist, impacting local families and the economy, as efforts to address the issue are underway through community surveys and discussions.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its U.S. Winter Outlook for the 2024-2025 season on Thursday.

The UVA Basketball Coach Tony Bennett announced his retirement on Thursday, and he is set to hold a press conference on the subject at 11 a.m.

The 70s return this weekend

Election day approaches in crucial district

Gray Foxes have been part of Virginia’s wildlife for decades, but recently there are concerns of populations going down.

A Lynchburg organization is helping local detainees register to vote and reminding them of the power their voices have, even while incarcerated.

Buena Vista Public Schools have significantly improved attendance and test scores by fostering strong relationships and community investment, climbing from 82nd to 38th in Virginia's school division rankings.

UVA Basketball Head Coach Tony Bennett will announce his retirement after 15 seasons at the University, the school announced Thursday.

High pressure brings warmer temps day by day

Since the overturn of Roe vs. Wade, people across the United States have been worried contraception could be next.

Check out when peak colors will be here

The cold snap continues

Virginia and Virginia Tech men and women ready for a successful 2024-2025 campaign

U.S. Agriculture Department officials have launched an internal investigation into how the agency handled reports of serious problems tied to a deadly listeria outbreak at a Boar's Head deli meat plant in Virginia.

Temperatures plummet this week

SeaQuest Lynchburg will make way for Hill City AquaZoo

When Virginia-Maryland Veterinary students in Blacksburg heard the Pulaski County animal shelter was full, there was a call to action and students came to the shelter to foster the dogs that were set to be euthanized.

Cost, marital status and more answered.

Temperatures plummet this week

From students facing issues with friends to even what other people say about them online bullying in schools can be a major problem.

Isaac Brown racked up 146 yards and two touchdowns for the Cardinals.

A comprehensive high-tech camera system uses facial and license plate recognition to enhance security and ensure student safety.

Warming Up For The Weekend!

Hurricane Milton is wreaking havoc on Florida at least 5 people are dead and more than 3 million are without power.

Survivors of Hurricane Helene in Grayson County can visit a new FEMA disaster recovery center to get aid starting today.

The National Park Service announced Thursday that the Blue Ridge Parkway from milepost 0 to milepost 198 in Virginia will re-open at 8 a.m. Friday.

The Virginia National Guard has announced they will be heading to Florida to assist with the impacts of Hurricane Milton.

A big cool down is on the way!

A coalition of immigrant-rights groups and the League of Women Voters in Virginia has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares of an ongoing “purge” of voter rolls that will disenfranchise legitimate voters.

Artspace aims for first Virginia location

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin pledged support for Florida this week as the state braces for Hurricane Milton. Youngkin confirmed that Virginia is responding to Florida’s request for assistance, with teams ready to mobilize ahead of the storm.

After the recent Fire at the Peter’s Creek Apartment Complex, many Roanoke residents have been wondering about renter’s rights and renter’s insurance in Virginia.

Clear and Sunny Skies Continue Today!

The aftermath of Hurricane Helene continues to affect communities in southwest Virginia. In Grayson County, schools have been closed since the storm, but preparations are underway for a smooth return on Monday, October 14th.

Fair Weather Here While Milton Looms Toward Florida.

With the winter season right around the corner, Virginia residents can now apply for financial assistance with their energy bill through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.

Cleanup efforts across the state continue as several areas in our backyard were struck by flooding but several health concerns could impact you.

The Cavaliers have opened ACC play with two wins for the first time since 2019.

The man arrested in connection with a double homicide case from 2013 was extradited back to Virginia from North Carolina on Wednesday, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

One man has been arrested, and more than $250,000 in narcotics have been seized as a result of a major drug trafficking bust in Lynchburg.

One more day of cloudy skies before fair weather arrives

After a tumultuous and unproductive session of Congress, nearly 50 House members have decided either to not seek reelection or to run for a higher office.

The National Park Services announced Thursday that the full length of the Blue Ridge Parkway would be closed due to impacts from Hurricane Helene.

Another day with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures

The Virginia Employment Commission is offering unemployment assistance to individuals who lost their job or business due to the destruction of Hurricane Helene.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia and Republican challenger Hung Cao have gone toe to toe in their only debate of the campaign over issues from illegal immigration to tariffs on foreign goods.

Turning mostly dry with hit and miss showers this afternoon

Many people don’t know there are trials going on right now for a breast cancer vaccine.

The colder months are almost here and so are your chances of getting COVID, Flu, and RSV that’s why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said it’s important to get your vaccinations.

Helene's wrath killed two people in Virginia. A Craig County deputy was injured while responding to one of those calls.

Clean up from Helene continues across the region, and places along the New River are among the hardest hit in our area.

We will see isolated showers yet again today.

Preschools around the country are starting students early on civics education.

Each year, there are 7,800 women and men in the VBCF service area who are diagnosed with breast cancer.

Showers and storms build in this afternoon with the chance for flash flooding to unfold.

President Joe Biden has approved a federal emergency declaration for the Commonwealth of Virginia

If you want to help people impacted by Helene, WSLS 10 News has compiled this list.

Rockbridge County residents may face difficulties reaching 911 due to a network outage affecting multiple carriers, but emergency calls are being rerouted, and texting 911 remains operational.

Emergency leaders say that the National Guard has staged two helicopters in Roanoke ready to respond as Helene is in our area.

Local police departments are using new tools to help them find criminals.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that he would be declaring a state of Emergency for the Commonwealth in anticipation of impacts from Hurricane Helene.

James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett III is The Associated Press national player of the week in college football.

Taking a look to see how our local college teams stack up of late and what's ahead as they enter their next game.

The Town of Vinton wants to build a new hotel to attract more people to its downtown area.

The Cavaliers ran for 384 yards, the first time they have gained more than 300 yards in a game since 2018.

Friday marks the start of a busy election season, as early voting began across Virginia.

Google has opened its defense against allegations that it holds an illegal monopoly on online advertising technology with witness testimony saying the industry is vastly more complex and competitive than portrayed by the federal government.

The Lynchburg Police Department is looking for a suspect in an armed robbery that occurred at the West Edge Apartments in Lynchburg.