The Community Christmas Store of the Roanoke Valley is looking for a permanent location this year.

For the elephants and others at the Berlin Zoo, it’s finally time to unwrap their Christmas presents.

We may be past Christmas and Thanksgiving, but the holiday travel season continues with high numbers of travelers on the roadways and in the sky.

As the holiday season wraps up, many homes still have one dangerous reminder: the Christmas tree. While it may look festive, a dry tree is a serious fire hazard. In just a matter of seconds, a dry Christmas tree can go from perfectly fine to fully engulfed in flames.

With the holidays here, many kids are unwrapping new phones, video games, and electronics. But new gadgets can mean new rules for screen time.

Americans still dreaming of a really big Christmas present can keep that dream alive during Friday’s Mega Millions drawing for a jackpot worth an estimated $1.15 billion.

A warm end to 2024

It’s Christmas and what can be a wonderful time for some people can be a difficult time for others, like our veterans.

While many families are unwrapping gifts and sharing festive meals, some are spending Christmas Day on the frontlines. First responders, like firefighters, sacrifice time with loved ones to ensure the safety of our communities. 10 News visited Station 3 in Roanoke to see how these dedicated individuals balance duty with holiday traditions.

Victor Wembanyama had 42 points and 18 rebounds in a memorable Christmas Day debut.

Mikal Bridges scored a season-high 41 points, and the New York Knicks overcame 42 from Victor Wembanyama in a monster Christmas debut to edge the San Antonio Spurs 117-114 on Wednesday.

Christmas is here and, there are many meaningful ways to give back to veterans who have served our country. Here are some impactful ways to support them during the holiday season:

Christmas came early this year for pastor John Coles, as he can hear clearly for the first time in a long time.

Merry Christmas Eve to all who celebrate! As the holiday rush reaches its peak, grocery store workers are feeling the pressure from last-minute shoppers gathering last-minute ingredients for their holiday feasts.

It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa is suiting up for his annual voyage from the North Pole to Households around the world.

It’s Christmas Eve and many of us are preparing or recovering from a traditional holiday meal, but for some, they might not be able to afford that meal or have no one to spend it with.

Local authorities say a Russian ballistic missile struck a residential building Tuesday in the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih and at least one person was killed.

It is Christmas Eve once again and with Christmas right around the corner many will be searching for last-minute gifts, or heading to grocery stores to get ingredients for Christmas dinner. We have compiled a comprehensive list of business hours in our area.

December is a month filled with diverse religious and cultural celebrations worldwide, each offering unique traditions and beliefs.

A local couple helps support the most needy this holiday by gifting bags filled with essential items like deodorant, soap, and hats to the RAM House.

Santa Comes To Town Tonight!

Stocks closed higher on Wall Street ahead of the Christmas holiday, led by gains in Big Tech stocks.

A White Christmas?

Mourners are laying flowers near the scene of the deadly Christmas market attack as investigators puzzle over the motive of the suspect and his previous encounters with authorities are scrutinized.

There are just two days left until Christmas, and if you haven’t done your holiday shopping yet, the clock is ticking.

The city of Bethlehem in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, will not have the usual trappings of the city's favorite holiday: no public Christmas tree, no raucous scouts march, no decorations and no twinkling lights, in deference to the ongoing war in Gaza.

Santa Claus has braved the sticky heat of the Amazon rainforest this weekend, taking two boats to bring gifts to the children of a small village near the Brazilian city of Manaus.

Will Howard threw two touchdown passes to freshman Jeremiah Smith and Ohio State routed Tennessee 42-17 on Saturday night in a first-round College Football Playoff game, setting up a New Year’s Day rematch with No. 1 Oregon at the Rose Bowl.

Santa Claus has arrived in Rio de Janeiro — under water.

Officials say four women and a 9-year-old boy were killed when a man drove into a Christmas market teeming with holiday shoppers in the German city of Magdeburg.

Police are treating a car-ramming at a Christmas market in Germany that killed at least five people as an attack.

Church bells rang out in the German city of Magdeburg exactly 24 hours after authorities say a man drove into a busy Christmas market, killing five people and injuring 200 others.

For Christians around the world, Christmas is the joyful celebration of the birth of Jesus.

Tonight was the final night of Dickens of a Christmas in downtown Roanoke and despite the cold, people were out and about enjoying the festivities.

Going home for the holidays is always an exciting time of year, but for many of us, a stressful time too.

The Warm Hearth Foundation celebrated the 6th year of their Silver Santa Program!

With Christmas fast approaching, The Salvation Army in Covington, Virginia, is urging the community to help meet its annual fundraising goal for the Red Kettle Campaign.

Authorities in the German city of Magdeburg say at least two people were killed and dozens were injured after a car plowed into a busy Christmas market what officials called a deliberate attack.

When it comes to Christmas, there’s no getting away from Santa Claus.

The hospital staff at LewisGale brought Christmas joy to the Musil family by decorating Craig's room and providing gifts, despite their challenging circumstances.

You have just one weekend left to enjoy Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas in downtown Roanoke.

It is the season of gift giving and for some people that means giving the gift of pets.

A group in the New River Valley has been able to continue a Christmas tradition despite impacts from Hurricane Helene.

As wintry weather settles over Southwest and Central Virginia, with temperatures in the 30s and a mix of precipitation expected, it’s the perfect time to enjoy holiday activities from the comfort of your home. With Winter Weather Advisories in place and icy conditions likely, staying indoors can be both safe and enjoyable. Here are some fun ideas to keep you entertained while avoiding the roads.

Thousands of locals gathered downtown earlier tonight to watch the City of Roanoke Christmas Parade

Have you ever watched a holiday rom-com on Hallmark Channel or Lifetime — or any of the other many networks and streaming services that now air them — and thought, “I could write that”.

The griping Vatican-based movie thriller “Conclave” about picking a new pope and Stephanie Hsu starring in the dark comedy series “Laid” as a woman whose former lovers keep unexpectedly dying are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.

A grieving mother honors her son Isaac, who was tragically killed, by keeping his memory alive through Christmas traditions and seeking justice amidst ongoing court delays.

The holiday season can intensify feelings of grief for those who have lost loved ones, but strategies like embracing new traditions, seeking support, and honoring memories can help manage the pain.

The Community Christmas Store of the Roanoke Valley is back starting Thursday and will continue until Saturday at the Spartan Square Shopping Center for registered families.

The Blacksburg Police Department is holding their first ever Blue Santa Angel Tree campaign.

For the second year in a row, the Grinch found himself in Blacksburg wreaking havoc.

We are tracking the chances for a white Christmas

Oh, what joy it is to have Christmas music playing throughout the Holidays. But did you know many of those favorite classics were written during wartime?

The North American Aerospace Defense Command, also known as NORAD is launching its Santa Tracker.

The holiday shopping season is underway, and this year small businesses have less time to capitalize on the busy shopping period.

Locals headed to Floyd this weekend for the 30th Annual Winterfest & The Festival of Trees.

FEDUP is hosting the annual 'A Christmas of Hope' event at Pilgrim Baptist Church on December 14 to support children who have lost a parent to gun violence.

Major Matt Trantham with the Salvation Army joined 10 News Anchor Abbie Coleman in the studio Saturday for an update on this year’s Angel Tree progress.

People were in downtown Blacksburg since 3:00 p.m. for the annual Winter Festival.

Blacksburg is lighting their Christmas tree downtown today! It is set to begin at 5:45.

Night one of Dickens of a Christmas begins tonight with the highly anticipated annual tree lighting ceremony. The event is not only a festive tradition but also a significant boost for local businesses, driving sales and attracting visitors to downtown Roanoke.

WSLS teams up with the Salvation Army for the Red Kettle Campaign, featuring live updates and interviews.

Holiday Pin It Contest

Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas is back this year, if you’re looking for something fun to do to put you in the holiday spirit.

Annual parade draws hundreds despite freezing temps

If you missed Black Friday you're in luck! The JBL Flip 6 speaker is just $74.99. Get your favorite color while supplies last.

Vinton’s annual Christmas tree lighting and parade is back this year, starting at 6 pm.

If you’re still looking for a way to give back this holiday season, AAA is collecting toys for kids in need.

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Virginia’s Executive Mansion.

Find Christmas events and parades across Southwest and Central Virginia right here.

Thanksgiving is finally over and now it’s time for parents to buy all those toys on their kids’ Christmas lists; however, health officials urge parents to be careful.

This weekend marks a milestone for one of Roanoke’s most iconic landmarks, the Mill Mountain Star, which is celebrating its 75th anniversary.

Illuminights is back tomorrow night bringing Christmas to Roanoke a little early this year.

This sweepstakes will make your Christmas shine brighter than before!

As Thanksgiving approaches, many will gather with family and friends to celebrate. But for some, the holiday season can be a difficult time. Local organizations, like the RAM House, are continuing to step up to provide more than just meals—they’re offering a place for people to connect, find support, and feel a sense of belonging.

Beyoncé is coming to your home on Christmas — provided you have Netflix and are tuning in to the Ravens-Texans game.

As the holiday season approaches, recovery efforts for hurricane Helene are still ongoing in western North Carolina.

Holiday celebrations are getting underway across the region, and River Ridge in Lynchburg is planning several events for Christmas, beginning with the tree lighting and a visit from Santa tomorrow night.

The Marching Virginians are set to host their 27th annual Hokies for the Hungry canned food drive.

Illuminights, a popular winter wonderland, will soon return to Explore Park with tickets going on sale today.

Roanoke County is set to welcome back a cherished holiday tradition as Explore Park transforms into a spectacular winter wonderland. Preparations are underway for the much-anticipated Illuminights, featuring over 600,000 lights illuminating a half-mile path in the Winter Walk of Lights.

Mariah Carey relishes the fact that she has become culturally synonymous with Christmas.

It doesn’t feel like Christmas in Venezuela.

The world’s attention on Venezuela has focused lately on the fallout from a highly contested presidential election that both the ruling party and its opponents claim to have won, the persecution of critics and the arrest warrant issued this week against the former opposition presidential candidate.

These should be historic occasions in 2024.

Some Eastern Orthodox churches will be observing Christmas on Sunday.

A father and son in Texas have been charged in the killings of an 18-year-old pregnant woman who disappeared before Christmas and her boyfriend.

Officials at Claytor Lake State Park are collecting trees to put at the bottom of the lake.

Eurostar services to and from London have been canceled after a tunnel under the River Thames became flooded, disrupting festive travel plans for scores of people.

The 2023 Illuminights season is coming to an end.

A Texas police chief says surveillance video may lead to answers in the killings of an 18-year-old pregnant woman who disappeared before Christmas and her boyfriend.

After a long weekend of gift exchanges and festive fun, trash is piled high in the Star City.

Some of you might be already taking down your Christmas decorations and looking for a place to get rid of your tree.

The Mills family's unique light show is wrapping up it's tenth year.

The day after Christmas is a busy one for sales associates at stores who are expecting people to return or exchange gifts and benefit from sales.

According to the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office, the dog has been found.

Rain will be heaviest and most widespread Tuesday evening into the overnight hours

This Christmas marks the fourth year that the non-profit, FRAME (family readiness and military ease) adopts a number of veterans who don’t receive visitors for the holiday.