Heat risk remains high with afternoon stormsHeat Sticks Around with an Active Weather Week Ahead!Read full article: Heat Sticks Around with an Active Weather Week Ahead!
Workers install fireworks along the edge of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ahead of the America 250 July 4th celebration on the National Mall, Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nathan Howard)53 minutes agoTrump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolRead full article: Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
No description available3 minutes agoMissing 14-year-old located in RoanokeRead full article: Missing 14-year-old located in Roanoke
No description availableRunners head to Vinton for 15th annual Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia’s Four on the 4thRead full article: Runners head to Vinton for 15th annual Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia’s Four on the 4th
No description availableChristiansburg celebrates Fourth of July with family fun, patriotic eventsRead full article: Christiansburg celebrates Fourth of July with family fun, patriotic events
FILE - Charlie Kirk hands out hats before speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Sept. 10, 2025. (Tess Crowley/The Deseret News via AP, File)A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of Tyler RobinsonRead full article: A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of Tyler Robinson
As of noon on Saturday, July 4th, the Fort Lewis brush fire has been completely containedBrush fire in Roanoke County now 100% containedRead full article: Brush fire in Roanoke County now 100% contained
Preventing hot car tragedies this summerRoanoke man charged after dogs found in hot carRead full article: Roanoke man charged after dogs found in hot car
FILE - Children cool off at the Hamilton Fish pool, July 18, 2017, in the Lower East Side neighborhood of New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)1 day agoA child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be preparedRead full article: A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared
Made in Kansas City owner Keith Bradley has seen an influx of customers for his business as soccer fans have flocked to the city which is hosting FIFA World Cup soccer games Monday, June 29, 2026, in Kansas City, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)1 day agoSmall businesses say they're having a good summer as Americans travel closer to homeRead full article: Small businesses say they're having a good summer as Americans travel closer to home
Joey Chestnut wins the 2026 Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest at Coney Island in the Brooklyn borough of New York, Saturday, July 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Anna Connors)Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan's Famous contestRead full article: Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan's Famous contest
Did we miss any? Submit a Help Center ticket to let us know1 day agoLIST: 2026 Fourth of July fireworks, events in Central and Southwest VirginiaRead full article: LIST: 2026 Fourth of July fireworks, events in Central and Southwest Virginia
Watch our special anywhere you stream WSLS Thursday at 10 p.m.2 days agoCelebrating 250 years of Virginia’s rich history with Patchwork 250Read full article: Celebrating 250 years of Virginia’s rich history with Patchwork 250
We are always working for you to share the stories that matter2 days agoIn Focus: Exploring the heart of the Roanoke ValleyRead full article: In Focus: Exploring the heart of the Roanoke Valley
While the summer holiday can be very exciting for families, it can also be dangerous if not practiced safely 3 days agoHealthwatch: Firework safety tips to keep your family safe this Fourth of July Read full article: Healthwatch: Firework safety tips to keep your family safe this Fourth of July
No description available2 days agoVirginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - July 3, 2026Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - July 3, 2026
No description available2 days agoLocal gun stores already feeling the effects of Virginia’s assault weapons banRead full article: Local gun stores already feeling the effects of Virginia’s assault weapons ban
A man climbs on a cliff during the Stoned Climbers festival near Denyshi, Zhytomyr region, Ukraine, Saturday, June 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka)As war grinds on, Ukrainian climbers build a new outdoor culture inspired by YosemiteRead full article: As war grinds on, Ukrainian climbers build a new outdoor culture inspired by Yosemite
FILE - Children cool off at the Hamilton Fish pool, July 18, 2017, in the Lower East Side neighborhood of New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)1 day agoA child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be preparedRead full article: A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared
FILE - Health workers attend to an Ebola patient at the Rwampara treatment Center in Ituri, Congo, Thursday, June 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Moses Sawasawa, file)3 days agoResearchers launch study on Ebola treatments as Congo outbreak worsensRead full article: Researchers launch study on Ebola treatments as Congo outbreak worsens
Joey Chestnut wins the 2026 Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest at Coney Island in the Brooklyn borough of New York, Saturday, July 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Anna Connors)Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan's Famous contestRead full article: Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan's Famous contest
FILE - President-elect Donald Trump, from right, talks with Usha Vance and Vice President-elect JD Vance, not pictured, before a service at St. John's Church, Jan. 20, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)1 day agoTrump reads a children's book on Usha Vance's podcast, then riffs on past presidents and himselfRead full article: Trump reads a children's book on Usha Vance's podcast, then riffs on past presidents and himself
Seth Rogen, left, and Olivia Wilde pose for a portrait in Los Angeles to promote their film "The Invite" on Sunday, May 31, 2026. (Photo by Rebecca Cabage/Invision/AP)2 days agoFrom ‘The Invite’ to ‘The Studio,’ Seth Rogen loves screaming at Olivia WildeRead full article: From ‘The Invite’ to ‘The Studio,’ Seth Rogen loves screaming at Olivia Wilde
Fireworks explode during Salute to America, an Independence Day event honoring the nation's 250th anniversary, Saturday, July 4, 2026, on the National Mall in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America's 'joyous' 250th anniversaryRead full article: Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates America's 'joyous' 250th anniversary
The fair will open at 4 p.m. instead of noon on Saturday and Sunday, according to officials1 day agoSalem Fair to open late July 4th weekend due to extreme heat Read full article: Salem Fair to open late July 4th weekend due to extreme heat
A "Just Married" sign is displayed on Madison Square Garden during a wedding between singer Taylor Swift and National Football League player Travis Kelce on Friday, July 3, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Ryan Murphy)1 day agoTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square GardenRead full article: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden
Did we miss any? Submit a Help Center ticket to let us know1 day agoLIST: 2026 Fourth of July fireworks, events in Central and Southwest VirginiaRead full article: LIST: 2026 Fourth of July fireworks, events in Central and Southwest Virginia
No description availableCLEARED ----- Weather Authority Alert Day Issued for Wednesday, July 1 - Saturday, July 4Read full article: CLEARED ----- Weather Authority Alert Day Issued for Wednesday, July 1 - Saturday, July 4
No description available1 day agoWhat to do when handling fireworks in the summer heatRead full article: What to do when handling fireworks in the summer heat
No description available1 day agoPersistent drought evident in Maury RiverRead full article: Persistent drought evident in Maury River
No description available1 day agoWATCH: Dollywood Summer Celebration UnderwayRead full article: WATCH: Dollywood Summer Celebration Underway
No description available1 day agoBalloons over Rockbridge Fest kicks off July 4th weekendRead full article: Balloons over Rockbridge Fest kicks off July 4th weekend
No description available1 day ago“It’s like they’re just throwing us off” Danville residents left struggling to feed families after SNAP theftRead full article: “It’s like they’re just throwing us off” Danville residents left struggling to feed families after SNAP theft
Did we miss any? Submit a Help Center ticket to let us knowLIST: 2026 Fourth of July fireworks, events in Central and Southwest VirginiaRead full article: LIST: 2026 Fourth of July fireworks, events in Central and Southwest Virginia
Five of the Atkins brothers fought during World War II, one fought during the Korean WarBridge to be dedicated to the Maybrook Men, six Giles County brothers who fought for their countryRead full article: Bridge to be dedicated to the Maybrook Men, six Giles County brothers who fought for their country
Father's DayFather’s Day pics: Send your photos to Pin It to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day 💙Read full article: Father’s Day pics: Send your photos to Pin It to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day 💙
On June 19, people across the country come together to celebrate and honor the historical significance of Juneteenth.Juneteenth Quiz: Fact or Fiction? See how well you know the holidayRead full article: Juneteenth Quiz: Fact or Fiction? See how well you know the holiday
49 memorial stories for the Pulse shooting victimsRemembering the Pulse 49: Learn about the victims of the 2016 shootingRead full article: Remembering the Pulse 49: Learn about the victims of the 2016 shooting
FILEMemorial Day: Share your photos with us via Pin It to honor fallen heroesRead full article: Memorial Day: Share your photos with us via Pin It to honor fallen heroes
Heat risk remains high with afternoon stormsHeat Sticks Around with an Active Weather Week Ahead!Read full article: Heat Sticks Around with an Active Weather Week Ahead!
Anyone who sees the girl or has information about her whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately.Missing 14-year-old reported in Roanoke; police ask for public’s helpRead full article: Missing 14-year-old reported in Roanoke; police ask for public’s help
No description availableCLEARED ----- Weather Authority Alert Day Issued for Wednesday, July 1 - Saturday, July 4Read full article: CLEARED ----- Weather Authority Alert Day Issued for Wednesday, July 1 - Saturday, July 4
No description availableChristiansburg celebrates Fourth of July with family fun, patriotic eventsRead full article: Christiansburg celebrates Fourth of July with family fun, patriotic events
No description availableRunners head to Vinton for 15th annual Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia’s Four on the 4thRead full article: Runners head to Vinton for 15th annual Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia’s Four on the 4th
Preventing hot car tragedies this summerRoanoke man charged after dogs found in hot carRead full article: Roanoke man charged after dogs found in hot car
As of noon on Saturday, July 4th, the Fort Lewis brush fire has been completely containedBrush fire in Roanoke County now 100% containedRead full article: Brush fire in Roanoke County now 100% contained
No description available1 day agoWhat to do when handling fireworks in the summer heatRead full article: What to do when handling fireworks in the summer heat
Workers install fireworks along the edge of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ahead of the America 250 July 4th celebration on the National Mall, Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nathan Howard)53 minutes agoTrump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolRead full article: Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Heat risk remains high with afternoon stormsHeat Sticks Around with an Active Weather Week Ahead!Read full article: Heat Sticks Around with an Active Weather Week Ahead!
FILE - New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch speaks during a news conference in New York, on March 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kidsRead full article: Shooting at July Fourth cookout near Coney Island beach leaves 8 wounded, including 4 kids
This photo provided by Holly Tuckett shows wildland firefighter Sydney Watson at the North Carolina WRTEX event near Singletary Lake, N.C., on Feb. 27, 2023. (Holly Tuckett via AP)Memorial service to honor firefighters killed on Colorado-Utah borderRead full article: Memorial service to honor firefighters killed on Colorado-Utah border
Blazes rise from a burning building during a wildfire on the outskirts of the northern city of Thessaloniki, Greece, early Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Giannis Papanikos)7 minutes agoWildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smokeRead full article: Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
FILE - A woman holds a sign that reads "Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, Free Gaza" during a protest in front of the Shin Bet offices, calling for his release, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Jan. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix, File)Lawyer warns detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya is in critical conditionRead full article: Lawyer warns detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya is in critical condition
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, workers clear up a fallen tree along a road in Jiangping town, Dongxing of Fangchenggang, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on Saturday, July 4, 2026, after a severe weather system was affecting the area. (Lu Boan/Xinhua via AP)Heavy rains leave 5 dead in China's north while Tropical Storm Maysak hits the south and VietnamRead full article: Heavy rains leave 5 dead in China's north while Tropical Storm Maysak hits the south and Vietnam
The First Deputy Chief of the General Staff of Russian Armed Forces Col. Gen. Sergei Rudskoy holds a news briefing in Moscow, Saturday, July 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Pavel Bednyakov)1 killed in attack on Crimea as Putin and Zelenskyy hold separate Trump callsRead full article: 1 killed in attack on Crimea as Putin and Zelenskyy hold separate Trump calls
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks during a meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office at the White House, Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)NATO chief faces challenge at summit as Trump demands 'loyalty' and not just burden-sharingRead full article: NATO chief faces challenge at summit as Trump demands 'loyalty' and not just burden-sharing
A man climbs on a cliff during the Stoned Climbers festival near Denyshi, Zhytomyr region, Ukraine, Saturday, June 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka)As war grinds on, Ukrainian climbers build a new outdoor culture inspired by YosemiteRead full article: As war grinds on, Ukrainian climbers build a new outdoor culture inspired by Yosemite
FILE - Charlie Kirk hands out hats before speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, Sept. 10, 2025. (Tess Crowley/The Deseret News via AP, File)A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of Tyler RobinsonRead full article: A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of Tyler Robinson
FILE - A well-wisher places flowers at a makeshift memorial set up for Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA headquarters, Sept. 11, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)24 minutes agoProsecutors to lay out their case against the man accused of killing Charlie KirkRead full article: Prosecutors to lay out their case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
Anyone who sees the girl or has information about her whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately.Missing 14-year-old reported in Roanoke; police ask for public’s helpRead full article: Missing 14-year-old reported in Roanoke; police ask for public’s help
A banner depicting President Donald Trump is held aloft as mourners gather during funeral prayers held as part of the dayslong funeral ceremonies for the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and members of his family outside the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque in Tehran, Iran, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)Calls for revenge as senior Iranian officials appear in public for supreme leader's funeralRead full article: Calls for revenge as senior Iranian officials appear in public for supreme leader's funeral
FILE - Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri speaks during an interview at the Zion Church in Beijing, China, Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, file)Pastor freed from prison in China weeks after Trump requested his releaseRead full article: Pastor freed from prison in China weeks after Trump requested his release
U.S. Marine Sgt. Diakaria Sangare, center, from Guinea, salutes the playing of the national anthem at a naturalization ceremony on Independence Day at George Washington's Mount Vernon, Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Alexandria, Va. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthdayRead full article: 150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday
