Families, community leaders and local businesses laced up their shoes Sunday in Salem for the annual Breakthrough T1D Walk — a community event with a mission bigger than the miles walked. The event raised money for type 1 diabetes research and brought together those who live with the disease every day, 10 News Community Journalist Jalen Stubbs reports.

A suspect in a Florida attempted murder case was arrested in Alleghany County on Saturday evening, Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office said.

One person is dead and four others are injured after a late-night shooting in Danville.

Nearly two decades after the Virginia Tech campus shooting, students, faculty and community members are continuing a tradition on campus.

A man was rescued after a pregame ceremony went awry at Lane Stadium on Saturday.

A man was arrested after a resident returned home to find a man had broken into the house, Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office said.

One person is dead following a motorcycle crash that occurred in Lynchburg on Friday night, Lynchburg Police Department said.

What looks like a typical teen’s bedroom could be hiding serious warning signs. 'Hidden in Plain Sight,' happening April 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Valley View Mall in Roanoke, is helping parents learn what to look for.

VT celebrates Spring family weekend while fans get a first look at Hokies under new coach James Franklin at spring game

As redistricting early voting nears a close, numbers are still climbing - putting this race on track with early voting numbers from the 2025 gubernatorial election.

Two pets are dead and one was rescued following a house fire that occurred in Lynchburg on Friday, Lynchburg Fire Department said.

Huckleberry Trail is now open again after months of construction!

The junior set a new school record for most passing yards in a single game.

The senior is 6-0 in singles matches thus far in 2026.

The man charged with setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire has changed his plea to guilty on all three charges.

Changes are on the way for parking in the City of Danville.

On Saturday morning, hundreds in the Hill City will lace up their sneakers for a cause at the Lynchburg Heart Walk.

If your electric bill has gone up recently, you are not alone — and Bedford officials want residents to understand why

More than a year after winning a racial discrimination case, two families say they still haven’t been paid - as Lazy Cove Campground is set to be auctioned June 10.

Newly released details from a forensic audit of Martinsville’s finances shed light on spending practices under former City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides, including $100,000 transfer from the city’s Economic Development Authority’s budget to the city manager’s salary budget. Multiple city officials tell 10 News this was used for Ferrell-Benavides’ salary increase and travel expenses.

Virginia State Police is investigating a crash in Altavista that left two people hurt on Tuesday evening.

Martinsville City Council on Tuesday voted to release a long-awaited forensic audit examining the city’s finances during the tenure of former City Manager Aretha Ferrell-Benavides.

Members of the community gathered as the Lynchburg City School Board met to lay out the budget for the 2027 fiscal year Tuesday evening.

The Salem Police Department announced Tuesday that it was investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred in the southern quadrant of the city late afternoon.

Law enforcement is searching for a suspect following a larceny at a Food Lion that occurred in April, Campbell County Sheriff’s Office said.

Two people were arrested after a traffic stop led to a drug bust in Botetourt County last week, Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office said.

Attention, Carroll County voters! As the Commonwealth approaches the April 21 special election, county officials are alerting the public about changes to some polling locations.

E.C. Glass High School may be losing a principal many describe as a steady hand.

Under the spring sun, with pads popping and energy building, Roanoke football isn’t just practicing, they’re proving that year one was only the beginning.

A man is dead following a single-vehicle crash that occurred in Franklin County on Sunday, Virginia State Police said.

One person is dead and one is injured after a two-vehicle crash involving a USPS vehicle that occurred in Montgomery County on Saturday, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said.

The senior led the Cavaliers in rushing and receiving in 2025.

A legal fight is brewing in Bedford County over plans to close a long-standing neighborhood school, and parents say they were left out of the process entirely.

The 71st Annual Vinton Dogwood Festival is coming back April 24-25 in Downtown Vinton, according to the Vinton Dogwood Festival Committee.

Almost 30 middle and high school children were aboard when their school bus crashed into a car Thursday in Burnt Chimeny

Danville leaders are studying the feasibility of data centers being built within city limits after being approached by multiple companies interested in building facilities in the area, according to a city memo obtained by 10 News.

A familiar Lynchburg landmark is getting a fresh look. Construction is already underway at City Stadium, where city officials and project partners are rolling out a $5.25 million plan to upgrade fan spaces and bring new family-friendly attractions to the historic ballpark.

The Bedford Police Department announced Thursday that it had made an arrest following an investigation into an inappropriate relationship involving a Liberty Middle School teacher and a juvenile.

On Saturday morning, April 11, Bridge Street will be closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to around noon, due to the 17th Annual Bridge2Bridge race.

A Roanoke Valley staple is preparing to close its doors for good. AMC has confirmed to 10 News that Salem Valley 8 will have its last day of business on Thursday.

If you ever get a call from someone who says that they are with law enforcement saying you missed jury duty and owe them a fine, that’s your signal to hang up the phone.

The Lynchbug Police Department is searching for a 35-year-old woman considered endangered due to a medical condition.

The longtime athletic trainer and Salem High School alum

Ludlow injured in Highlanders home win.

Nine student-athletes were recognized for committing to continuing their careers at the next level.

Virginia Tech announced Wednesday that it had received both international and national recognition after earning high marks in the latest rankings release by both U.S. News World Report and Quacquarelli Symonds.

A look back in the WSLS archives as we go back to April of 1966, when a six-year-old Danville girl was following in her mother’s footsteps all the way to the crown.

Wytheville, Hillsville and Floyd were visited by Tim Kaine, who held three events celebrating federal funding for community projects in Southwest Virginia.

The City of Lynchburg and Bedford County are preparing to host one of disc golf’s biggest events, the 2026 PDGA Champions Cup — a four-day professional tournament expected to draw players and fans from around the world while delivering a major economic impact to the region.

A lawsuit filed on behalf of a child is moving forward after a federal judge denied a state trooper’s request to dismiss the case. The lawsuit stems from a 2022 traffic stop outside a hospital, where the child claims she was kept from receiving emergency medical care while struggling to breathe. The case now hinges on the legal doctrine of qualified immunity.

Will McCausland took the loss despite striking out a career-high eight batters.

Business owners in Boones Mill say ongoing maintenance problems at a commercial property forced them to shut their doors, raising concerns about landlord responsibilities and tenant protections.

Drivers who travel the Lynchburg Expressway near Candlers Mountain Road are about to see major changes. The Virginia Department of Transportation is launching a multi-year rebuild project to fix the tight merges and short ramps that have made the stretch of highway one of the area’s most congested — and most dangerous.

The Lynchburg Police Department announced Monday that it had arrested a school bus driver and charged her with strangulation and child neglect after an assault investigation into an assault incident at Linkhorne Elementary on March 30.

The Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man involved with an attempted break-in.

Law enforcement is searching for a man after multiple reported domestic violence incidents, Henry County Sheriff’s Office said.

More than four months after a massive fire tore through the 3400 building at Foxridge Apartment Complex, the people who lived there are still picking up the pieces — and now they’re running out of time.

If you’re driving South on I-81 in Roanoke County, expect delays.

On World Autism Acceptance Day, adults on the spectrum are proving that with the right support, they can shine in the workplace and beyond.

Riders who rely on Greater Lynchburg Transit Company buses on Sundays will soon be left without a ride.

No one was hurt after a house fire broke out in Bedford just before midnight, according to the Bedford Fire Department.

Heads up, drivers! Starting Friday and lasting through Tuesday, April 7, milling and paving construction will take place on a portion of Trents Ferry Road in Lynchburg from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dust off those fishing poles! The Ernest ‘Pig’ Robertson Fishing Rodeo is coming back to Lake Spring Park as it reels in its 74th year.

Think you know what these political ads are saying? Take a closer look. Mailers and billboards featuring Obama and Trump are stirring confusion, using images and past statements that don’t always match their real messages.

“We’re going to fly around, play hard — no matter the night or situation," said Stanley Tucker.

The Lynchburg Peacemakers are opening a permanent home in downtown Lynchburg to continue their mission of promoting nonviolence and conflict resolution through empowerment, education and community engagement. The organization was previously forced to close after the owner of their building put it up for sale.

Efforts to control the spread of hydrilla at Smith Mountain Lake are drawing mixed reactions, as officials weigh a plan to introduce grass-eating carp while some local fishermen urge alternative solutions.

A Sovah Health veteran nurse in Danville has received one of the nation’s top honors.

Danville Public Schools is shining a spotlight on the dedicated Education Support Personnel who help shape student lives and set them up for success.

“It’s an awesome opportunity to establish a new narrative and continue the legacy of success into this new branding,” said pitcher Wes Burton.

As part of the Virginia Military Institute’s spring field training, cadets are helping out in the community.

Community organizations in Lynchburg joined together to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month with a pinwheel planting meant to put a visual number to how many children are affected locally.

A man was arrested in Buena Vista after a traffic stop revealed over $3,500 in stolen copper fittings, Buena Vista Police Department said.

The City of Lynchburg has launched its search for a new fire chief, and officials are making sure residents have a say before any candidate is selected.

The Smith Mountain Lake Association Dock Watch program has completed its second year of monitoring.

Leaders from Roanoke County Public Schools and Carilion Clinic are entering a long-term partnership to expand the regional workforce and provide ongoing support.

Heads up, drivers! A portion of Church Street in Lynchburg will be closed to eastbound traffic from Monday, March 30, through Friday, April 3, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Several attendees said the atmosphere and community keep them coming back as much or even more than the racing.

On March 25, a jury in Los Angeles found Meta and Youtube “liable for harms to children using their services. Another case in New Mexico found Meta knowingly harmed the mental health of children. Here's what Virginia Tech experts have to say about these cases.

Two people were hospitalized after a crash involving two pickup trucks on Saturday afternoon, Hillsville Fire Department said.

Dry & pleasant to start the week!

Denny Hamlin earned his fifth career pole award at Martinsville Speedway

A woman was arrested after a fight led to shots being fired at a vehicle in Martinsville, Henry County Sheriff’s Office said.

Race weekend has arrived in Martinsville Speedway, with tens of thousands of fans expected for NASCAR’s biannual stop and a significant economic boost for the region.

Lynchburg’s proposed 2027 budget tops $620 million, and city leaders say most of that money is earmarked for maintaining what already exists — not launching new programs.

Virginia Tech’s Cook Counseling Center held a birthday celebration for one of their beloved therapy dogs on Friday!

The City of Covington issued a Boil Water Advisory on Thursday due to a main water line break that occurred off S. Carpenter Drive near the CSX railroad.

Alleghany Highlands Public Schools announced Thursday that Covington Middle School would be closed Friday as a precautionary measure.

The Hill City Howlers are stepping into a new era — and they’re bringing Lynchburg along for the ride.

The South Boston Police Department announced Thursday that Corporal Dennis Blanks Jr. was placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an independent investigation by the Virginia State Police.

The Lynchburg Police Department announced Wednesday that it was investigating an accidental shooting that occurred Wednesday afternoon.

Two men were arrested in connection with a robbery that took place in Lynchburg last week, Lynchburg Police Department said.

A new furry member has joined the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office to sniff out crime and help keep schools safe.

Many Virginians have already cast ballots in the state’s special election, where voters are deciding a single, high-stakes question: whether Virginia should temporarily redraw its congressional map.

A man was arrested following a drug bust in Alleghany County, Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office said.

Lynchburg Fire Marshal Candace Brown has issued a citywide burn ban for all of Lynchburg.

Law enforcement is seeking the public’s assistance in the search for a missing teen, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said.

One year after 10-year-old Autumn Bushman took her own life, hundreds of cars and motorcycles left the Salem Civic Center Saturday for a memorial benefit ride organized to honor her and raise money for suicide prevention in the Roanoke Valley.

The Vinton fire that left one person dead and three people displaced has resulted in $100,000 in damage, according to the Roanoke County Fire Marshal’s Office.

A man was arrested as a result of a narcotics investigation in Campbell County on Friday, Campbell County Sheriff’s Office said.