Governor Abigail Spanberger has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff across the Commonwealth in honor of former Delegate Charles Poindexter.
Roanoke County moves zoning ordinance to planning for public hearing and study, amid discussions on proposal and upcoming amendment.
Google’s planned data center campus in Botetourt County, Virginia, could consume up to 8 million gallons of water daily, raising concerns about resource management and infrastructure costs in this rural community.
A controversial bill in the Virginia legislature that would expand sales tax to numerous everyday services while eliminating taxes on groceries has been postponed for consideration until next year.
Local sports retailers are experiencing a significant surge in sales as Super Bowl excitement sweeps through the Roanoke area, with both brick-and-mortar stores and online shops reporting increased customer traffic.
For many athletes, ACL-related injuries can put them out of a sport for long periods of time. Olympian Lindsey Vonn isn’t letting that happen - but how?
There are several Olympians from the Commonwealth who will be in the idyllic Italy mountains competing for gold.
Virginia Democrats have unveiled a new U.S. House map that aims to give the party four more seats in Congress. The boundaries were revealed even as an ongoing legal challenge makes use of that map for the midterm elections far from certain. The map released Thursday would dilute Republicans’ hold in Virginia’s conservative areas while giving Democrats a better footing in the districts they would like to flip. And it could give Democrats nationwide an edge in the redistricting battle with President Donald Trump that began when he pushed to redraw districts in Republican-controlled states such as Texas.
Jermiah “Jerry” Fitz has been appointed as the Chief Deputy Director of the Virginia Department of Corrections, Governor Abigail Spanberger announced.
House Bill 1377, sponsored by Delegate Dan Helmer (D–10), cleared the House with a 71–24 vote. The legislation creates a task force to examine VMI’s role in higher education.
A state bill under consideration could change Roanoke’s ordinance that currently makes it a Class 4 misdemeanor for homeless individuals to camp on sidewalks in downtown Roanoke.
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order establishing state law enforcement policy based on “principles and policies that have long served as the north star for Virginia law enforcement.”
Virginia State Police is looking to disrupt dangerous driving on Interstate 64 this with a traffic enforcement and educational safety initiative.
In an era of segregated healthcare, Roanoke’s Hunton Life-Saving Crew broke barriers as the nation’s first all-Black volunteer rescue squad.
The Roanoke City Council voted to begin a formal review of three major issues: the 2024 neighborhood zoning amendment, the vape ordinance, and the Evans Spring plan.
As a winter storm continues to impact rural Virginia communities, Franklin County emergency officials and residents are emphasizing the importance of advance preparation and community cooperation.
Local restaurant owners struggle to maintain operations and sales as severe winter weather conditions persist for a second weekend.
Brutal cold and snow are forecast for Southwest and Central Virginia this weekend, with extreme wind chills and snow showers expected south of Route 460. Get the latest updates from meteorologist Jeff Haniewich and the 10 News Weather Authority team.
Crews are on alert as high winds pose a risk to power lines, with preparations underway for potential outages.
Delegate Sam Rasoul is requesting $600,000 from the General Assembly to evaluate improvement ideas for Roanoke, including a Ferris wheel on Center in the Square. Rasoul emphasizes the importance of creative investment for Roanoke's redevelopment, focusing on feasibility and structural studies.
Roanoke hospitals are emphasizing the importance of sledding safety as they report a significant increase in injuries among children, urging parents and guardians to take necessary precautions.
Shares of Altria dipped Thursday after the tobacco giant reported flat earnings due to declining cigarettes sales and challenging competition for newer products, including flavored nicotine pouches.
Virginia voters will face a crucial decision this November on whether to restore civil rights to former felons, including whether former felons have the right to vote.
As temperatures plummet, the Danville Area Humane Society is working to rescue animals from dangerous winter conditions, with shelter officials urging the public to report strays before severe weather hits.
While road salt helped clear Southwest Virginia’s roads after recent snowstorms, experts warn the environmental impact could last for decades, potentially threatening wildlife and water supplies.
A Virginia judge has ruled that a proposed constitutional amendment allowing Democrats to redraw their Congressional maps is illegal. Tazewell Circuit Court Judge Jack Hurley Jr. says Virginia lawmakers’ proposed constitutional amendment was not valid under a technicality under state laws that such proposals must be passed and published by the clerk’s office at least three months before a general election. In October, lawmakers advanced their mid-decade redistricting resolution less than a week before their statewide races. The order potentially foils Democrats’ efforts to pick up seats in the U.S. House this November.
Virginia State Police emphasized the importance of not driving Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs), side-by-sides, and similar off-road vehicles, even with the current state of emergency in the Commonwealth.
The Virginia State Police announced Sunday night at 9 p.m. that troopers have responded to 378 crashes, including 28 which had injuries.
Most flights have been canceled at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport and Lynchburg Regional Airport as a winter storm continues to impact Virginia and beyond.
President Donald Trump approved an emergency declaration for Virginia on Saturday that would allow federal disaster assistance to Virginia “to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from a severe winter storm beginning on January 22, 2026, and continuing."
Tar Heels erase 16 point deficit to complete largest comeback win ever by an opponent in JPJ.
The Virginia National Guard is staged and ready to assist localities with their response to the incoming winter storm that will impact much of our region.
As winter weather approaches, officials are urging residents to stay off roads this weekend while emergency crews prepare for potential hazards ranging from icy roads to power outages.
The Roanoke Blacksburg Regional Airport’s operations and maintenance team is gearing up for winter weather by conducting dry runs to simulate storm response and ensure runways stay clear.
A potential development deal in Botetourt County’s Valley District will be discussed behind closed doors Thursday, as county supervisors invoke state law allowing private negotiations for competitive financial matters.
Governor Abigail Spanberger declared a state of emergency Thursday as a winter storm is forecast to affect most of Virginia starting Saturday and lasting through Monday morning.
Fire departments across Virginia are grappling with a mounting crisis of rising costs and dwindling volunteer forces, prompting a renewed legislative push for a $12.5 million annual funding solution.
Community members and business owners voice concerns as Roanoke City Council debates key issues impacting the city's future.
Duke has filed a lawsuit against quarterback Darian Mensah seeking to block his efforts to transfer and reach a contract with another school to play elsewhere next season.
Pulaski County Animal Control is asking cat owners to keep their vaccinated cats indoors for the next several days.
The Franklin County NAACP has unveiled a monument honoring 70 African American men who served in the United States Colored Troops during the Civil War, adding to the small but growing number of memorials recognizing these soldiers’ contributions.
Virginia’s Democratic-led General Assembly is advancing a constitutional amendment to allow redistricting ahead of the midterm elections. This means Virginia voters will now be tasked with deciding whether lawmakers should redraw the state's congressional map ahead of the midterm elections. Officials say the legislature's proposed congressional map will be made public by the end of January, ahead of the referendum in April. The redistricting resolution has sparked raucous debate among lawmakers on the merits of gerrymandering a battleground state known to have moderate and independent voters. The state currently is represented in the U.S. House by six Democrats and five Republicans.
A federal judge has ruled that work on a Virginia offshore wind project could resume.
Three female battalion commanders from the Virginia Military Institute will march in Saturday’s inaugural parade as Abigail Spanberger becomes the Commonwealth’s first female governor. These cadets are also making history themselves.
Residents of Botetourt County packed a meeting to express fears about the proposed data center's potential environmental impact, particularly on Carvin's Cove, the local water supply.
Infinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.
Virginia’s data center industry is experiencing rapid growth, and leaders from across the commonwealth gathered in Lynchburg to chart its future at the Emerging Industry Summit on Data Center Development.
Ivana Sumbundu, founder of Vana Verse, is dedicated to connecting local authors with local readers in Southwest Virginia.
Virginia lawmakers are back in Richmond for the start of the 2026 General Assembly session, with major issues on the table, including abortion access, redistricting, tax relief, and education.
Under H.L. Roberts in the 1930’s the park started to get a family friendly reputation as thousands of people flocked to the park from across the country and live music was played from the likes of Hank Williams Jr and Conway Twitty.
Governor Glenn Youngkin is slated to deliver his final State of the Commonwealth Address on Wednesday evening, Jan. 14, at the Virginia State Capitol.
If you’re flying out of Virginia and don’t have a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification, there’s a new fee you should know about.
Virginia shot just 40% from the field but led throughout and made 7 of 13 3-pointers after halftime in its first meeting with a ranked foe this season.
The Virginia General Assembly convenes Wednesday and a proposed bill would allow for the legal sale of marijuana in the Commonwealth starting Nov. 1.
AARP announced that volunteer advocates will urge lawmakers to act on the organization’s legislative agenda when the General Assembly convenes on Jan. 14.
Pulaski County Animal Control is now offering rabies vaccines after a cat tested positive for rabies on Thursday, Pulaski County Animal Control said.
Dozens - if not more than a hundred people - gathered at Elmwood Park on Sunday afternoon to take part in a nationwide movement after a deadly shooting in Minnesota involving an ICE Agent.
Earlier this month, American strikes were carried out on Venezuela’s capital that killed civilians and resulted in the capture of the country’s sitting president, Nicolás Maduro, as well as his wife.
