SAFETY

The duties of a school resource officer are broad, from mentoring and educating to keeping the school safe.

Virginia State Police released a statement Tuesday that urged drivers to put safety first and even offered some advice for drinking safely over the holiday weekend.

It’s the most significant federal gun control legislation in nearly three decades.

A Bedford woman said she’s lucky to be alive after being trapped inside her home for hours during Wednesday night’s storm.

As development comes closer to the area of the Dan River near the dam, there’s urgency behind the decision.

At Tuesday afternoon’s meeting, Roanoke City leaders presented ideas to promote traffic flow and pedestrian safety on busy roadways in Roanoke.

A child in the Houston area is dead after sitting in a hot car for nearly three hours, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

After this mix-up, you should take a bit of extra caution before handling a wild animal.

River users can sign up to receive an e-mail each week after results are posted on the James River Watch website.

Swimmers can now safely take a dip in all parts of Smith Mountain Lake.

Roanoke City Public Schools and law enforcement have determined that a social media post claiming there was a threat made toward a Roanoke high school is not credible.

Swimmers are urged to avoid five small areas of Smith Mountain lakes due to high levels of bacteria.

Virginia’s lakes are seeing an extra crowd of people this Memorial Day weekend, but with heavy rainfall just days ago, marina managers are advising people to take caution.

Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer for most pools, but the wild weather this week has forced some facilities to change their opening days.

Rob Campbell, the Upper James senior river manager, says the water levels are lower than usual this time of year, so it’s great for swimming, but make sure you have closed-toe shoes.

A report that a Covington police officer showed negligence in the transport of a minor to a mental health facility has many people upset with the exchange.

Here's what we know after two unloaded guns were brought to a Roanoke elementary school earlier this week.

Earlier this week, we told you about two unloaded guns that were found at Westside Elementary in Roanoke.

The campaign will run from May 22 through June 5, and you could face a $25 fine if you’re caught.

People came with issues and concerns about Virginia Tech students partying and safety, and now the town of Blacksburg is putting a plan in place.

People who live in Blacksburg are once again asking town leaders to address safety concerns with Virginia Tech students.

A man has been taken to hospital following the blaze on a double decker bus in Glasgow.

Keeping your child safe while in school begins before they even get to the schoolhouse and continues well after they’re gone.

The Roanoke City Public Schools community is still shaken after police say a gun was fired inside of a bathroom at Lucy Addison Middle School last week.

In the wake of Tuesday’s bathroom shooting at a Roanoke middle school, parents were left with many questions.

The One Direction star is among those to postpone Moscow shows due to the conflict in Ukraine.

A hole in the venue's fabric will still be visible for some time, bosses say.

With a teachers strike looming at Proviso High School District 209, student walk-outs, protests and fires ignited in school bathrooms this week have prompted officials to shutter the district’s three high schools Thursday and abruptly shift to remote learning.

T4Tactics covers topics like situational awareness, de-escalation techniques and pre-attack indicators.

Authorities say a malfunctioning space heater sparked Sunday’s inferno in the 19-story building in the Bronx.

While some states have laws requiring drivers to get ice and snow off the roof, Virginia isn’t one of them.

Four of the six finalists in the “Jingle Your Way to a Safe Holiday” competition are students from Southwest Virginia, and they need your vote to win.

Wednesday marks one of the most dangerous days of the year to drive on Virginia roads.

Some in Kenosha are concerned about possible threats from self-styled militias. Others say law enforcement will be prepared to tamp down violence.

Experts warn they can be a literal death trap.

Labor Day weekend on the Smith Mountain Lake will be all hands on deck for conservation police.

Colin Pitchfork was jailed in 1988 for raping and murdering two 15-year-old girls in Leicestershire.

Work on the project started in summer 2020 and is expected to be completed in summer 2022.

When Sandy Beyers thinks of her granddaughter, Kenzie Beyers, she remembers a kind, young woman who loved butterflies, playing guitar and had dreams of working with children.

Clean water is essential to a person's health and well-being.

The risk of cancellation amid the extended Covid restrictions is too great, organisers decided.

Teen driver deaths have more than doubled since last year.

Search teams confirmed the safety of 151 out of 172 participants, with eight reportedly hospitalized.

As the temperatures start to rise, health officials are reminding parents to be on the lookout for hot playground equipment.

The inventive singer-songwriter-guitarist’s tribute to the past rarely rises above loving pastiche.

ROANOKE, Va. – A new bill aims to make it safer for drivers and cyclists to share the road. “When you are a cyclist on the road, you’re the most vulnerable vehicle on the road,” Ride Solutions Director Jeremey Holmes said. Virginia lawmakers passed a bill that requires drivers to switch lanes when passing a cyclist on the road if three feet cannot be maintained. “The more that drivers are aware of the rules that pertain to the road, the better,” he said. He looks forward to municipalities adding more biking lanes to encourage people to ride to work, school or recreationally.

VIRGINIA – Police across Virginia are cracking down to stop drunk driving this New Year’s Eve. For the 19th annual year, the Checkpoint Strikeforce Campaign has kicked off over the holiday season. Avoid driving altogether and simply spending the night wherever you’re going to ring in the new year,” said Kurt Erickson from the campaign. If you’re not drinking, you can still help prevent drunk driving injuries by wearing your seat belt and by keeping a lookout for drunk drivers. If you’re on the road and you see someone who you think might be driving under the influence, you can just call #77.

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police are investigating a multi-vehicle crash in Bedford County involving a farming tractor. Tractor-involved crash on Route 460 in Bedford County on Sept. 22, 2020. However, that wasn’t the case last year when a 75-year-old Bedford County farmer was killed in a crash. It was close to being a head-on accident.”State police, local authorities and state organizations, like the Virginia Farmers Bureau, are working hard to promote farming tractor and vehicle safety. As far as Tuesday’s crash, the driver of the work van was charged with driving too close to the pickup truck.

Since Thursday, four crashes killed three pedestrians and a man driving a motorcycle. The second crash was on Williamson Road in front of Northwest ACE Hardware just after 9 p.m. on Friday. A man driving a motorcycle died around 12:30 a.m. on Monday after police said he lost control of the bike. Roanoke City Police Sergeant Trista Noel said drivers and pedestrians need to take responsibility for their own safety. Roanoke Police have warnings and advice for pedestrians and drivers after four people died in separate crashes in a week.

Nobody anticipates their home will catch on fire; that’s why it’s important to have a plan, and that plan should include your pets.

ROANOKE, Va. Youve likely heard the booms of fireworks for days now, but if youre setting them off, keep your little ones far away. Thats the warning this holiday weekend from child health experts at Carilion Clinic. Carilion Kids Safety coordinator said about 9,000 people in the United States go to the hospital for firework-related accidents each year. With many professional firework shows canceled this year, youll need to keep an extra eye on your kids at any neighborhood shows. Another safety tip is to make sure there is a source of water or fire extinguisher nearby when using any fireworks at home.

As mid-May arrives, tornado season begins to reach its peak, proving to be a big threat, and nearly every state in the United States can experience a tornado. Having said that, do you know the safest things you can do for you and your family should a tornado strike near your home? Because of that, it’s smart to consider what room may be safest for you, in the event of a tornado. Mobile homes are simply not designed to withstand a tornado or strong winds in severe storms. [WATCH: When you see a tornado while driving, here’s what to do]The time to find shelter is when you are under a tornado warning, so while all of this is helpful information, the best thing you can do is know the signs before a tornado hits.

10 News visited the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), where experts showed the crew how they carry out the vehicles’ evaluation, which leads to its highly-respected safety ratings. CRASH DUMMIESAny crash test dummy at the IIHS has had its head slammed into an airbag hundreds of times without breaking. Active safety testing manager David Aylor says they show a nearly 80% reduction in crashes. Video from IIHS crash tests shows guards that work -- and shows ones that have failed. Only a small number of 18-wheelers have side guards, researchers say, adding that they’re often aftermarket products.

ROANOKE, Va. – A little winter weather is expected to hit the region on Tuesday, and VDOT has decided to treat the roads in case they freeze over. VDOT is brining major interstates like I-81 and I-77 as a precaution, as well as major roads in the New River Valley, including Route 460. VDOT spokesperson Jason Bond says they’re not expecting road conditions to be terrible because the ground temperature is so high, but it’s better to be careful. “Watch for potential slick spots, in those cooler areas where if it does start to snow, and the pavement temperature starts to dip down, like in a shaded area, a mountain top, an overpass, a bridge, you might start to see a little bit of accumulation on those roads, areas first," said Bond. Crews will be working overnight and Tuesday morning to treat the roads if there’s any snow or ice.

ROANOKE, Va. – Along with colder temperatures comes the chance for ice and dangerous road conditions. You can see the Virginia Department of Transportation’s lines of defense against the ice on highways across southwest Virginia. VDOT spokesperson Jen Ward says usually, crews wouldn’t brine the highways with rain in the forecast. But because there’s a chance for sleet and ice, VDOT wants to take those precautions. “When you have air temperature and road temperature both impacting things, which is what we’re expecting (Friday) morning, that’s when you get your icy roads,” said Ward.

Industrial Biodynamics’ slip simulator proves that. "That really enhances that slip and usually leads to a fall.”Hager said marching with short, flat steps is the best technique. Walking like a penguin is commonly said to be the best technique. Industrial Biodynamics trains employees at companies across the country and the training, Hager said, is paying off. But even without training, the technique could make a difference when you head out the door Friday.

Before you answer with an assured “NO,” know that ‘secret stash’ containers are increasing in popularity, and getting easier to obtain. The containers have some things in common: They’re easy to purchase, they’re cheap -- usually around $10 -- and they look exactly like real household items. A new corner of the Internet is dedicated to selling secret stash items. Drug addiction experts say kids are buying them to store drugs, hiding them, and their habit, from their parents. The following are some otherwise innocent-looking household items that could be secret stash containers:

Safety in metals? Escalating violence in Iraq and a rise in inflation is causing gold prices to surge. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explores whether the up trend will continue.