As 10 News wraps up our 30 Days of Hope campaign, we wanted to highlight the huge successes this year.

With Christmas around the corner, people across Roanoke are celebrating in their own unique ways. For some, it’s all about keeping traditions alive.

A 19-year-old nursing student’s childhood vision has grown into an eight-year tradition of serving free Christmas dinners to her community in Giles County, Virginia.

Delta Air Lines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines have been named as defendants in a lawsuit from a Virginia family who allege they were “bitten and injured by bed bugs that had infested the cabin” of a flight they took earlier this year.

Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a vehicle stolen from the Forest area on Wednesday.

If you’ve got some super last-minute shopping to do, the weather will once again not get in the way. It will be a bit on the warmer side all day long.

The CDC is investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters, with some cases reported in Virginia.

This holiday season, drivers are being urged to put safety first so they can remain on Santa’s “nice list.”

The next session of the General Assembly begins Jan. 14, and Spanberger takes office Jan. 17.

Despite economic pressures, Roanoke shoppers are determined to keep the Christmas spirit alive, with local businesses hoping for a seasonal boost.

If you’re looking to start your day on a “paw-sitive” note, local law enforcement agencies have announced the sale of the 2026 ‘Jaws of Justice’ K9 Calendar.

A record-breaking $154.5 million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing loans will support nearly 50 projects across the Commonwealth, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced.

If you were hoping for a white Christmas, we have bad news for you. It will be exceptionally warm across the majority of the country for the holiday this year.

Multiple people were arrested following a nearly six-month investigation into a drug trafficking organization.

Gas prices in Roanoke, Virginia, have dropped significantly this week, providing relief to drivers at the pump.

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced today that the state is part of a coalition of 50 attorneys general that reached a $149.7 million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG.

Rudolph and the team are ready to hit the skies!

Clear today, but rain showers and warmth return as the week progresses.

Virginia State Police has asked that all drivers continue to drive safely for the holiday season.

The deadline to sign up for a healthcare plan using Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace is quickly approaching.

A dedication ceremony honored one of Roanoke’s most important educators on Friday!

The City of Roanoke is spending at least $6,000 monthly on a Richmond lobbying firm to advance its proposed casino project at the state level, even as local education advocates question the expenditure amid school budget constraints.

The University of Virginia’s Board of Visitors announced they have selected the university’s next president on Friday.

The Roanoke County Sheriff’s Office is launching a firearms safety course for community members starting in 2026.

Luck is in the air in Virginia. More than 87,000 tickets sold in the state won prizes in Wednesday’s Powerball drawing, including five tickets that each won $50,000.

Today is all about the wind! As rain clears and the skies turn sunny, high wind warnings are in effect for Grayson, Carroll, Floyd, Roanoke, Highland, and Nelson Counties.

Franklin County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Siers announced the school system is facing a $1.7 million budget deficit citing an accounting error.

Two historic sites in our region are among eight landmarks recently designated as state landmarks.

The Virginia Department of Health announced Wednesday that it was notified of a confirmed case of measles in an out of state resident who visited the Central Southwest Regions of Virginia while infectious.

One year after opening its doors, Caesars Danville casino is being credited with pumping tens of millions of dollars into Danville’s economy and reshaping the city’s future, according to city leaders, casino officials and residents.

The Virginia Department of Transportation is aiming to keep your travel light and your spirits bright this holiday season.

The Virginia Department of Transportation is aiming to keep your travel light and your spirits bright this holiday season.

Governor Glenn Youngkin has unveiled a new initiative aimed at strengthening Virginia’s child welfare system and improving the lives of foster children across the state.

Lynchburg City Schools celebrated 160 years of public education Tuesday with a plaque-revealing ceremony.

Virginia Tech will travel to Clemson and SMU among others.

The innovative alert system seeks to enhance safety on rural roads by notifying drivers of nearby slow-moving traffic, including horse-drawn buggies.

The Atlantic Coast Conference’s transition to a nine-game football schedule will feature 12 of 17 football-playing members playing nine games next fall.

Tuesday’s setup is what brings near-normal high temperatures back into the region.

The U.S. Capitol has begun displaying a statue of a teenaged Barbara Rose Johns as she protested poor conditions at her segregated Virginia high school.

Wintry weather is impacting most of our viewing area and with that comes delays and closings.

Roanoke-based Delta Dental of Virginia is facing legal action following a data security incident that affected about 146,000 people.

Virginia is one of 18 states that have been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to restrict the use of SNAP benefits for certain sugary foods and drinks.

Wintry weather is impacting most of our viewing area and with that comes delays and closings.

Virginia’s fall fire season has ended, with the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) reporting that it suppressed 152 wildfires from Oct. 15 to Nov. 30.

Wintry weather is impacting most of our viewing area and with that comes delays and closings.

A grand jury has declined for a second time in a week to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James.

Two people were arrested and charged following a narcotics search warrant executed Wednesday in the Bassett area, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.

One lucky ticket, purchased at the Wegmans on 1835 Capital One Drive South in McLean, won $150,000.

Wind chill is the big story for the day, with the real feel staying in the 20s for most of the region.

Suffren continues to shine off the bench for the Hokies.

Wintry weather is impacting most of our viewing area and with that comes delays and closings.

A few isolated showers are possible through the middle of the day as temperatures slowly warm into the 40s.

There’s a new twist in the years-long legal saga involving the Natural Bridge Zoo and the Attorney General’s Animal Law Unit. Saturday, a lawyer representing zoo owner Gretchen Mogensen and former owners Karl and Debbie Mogensen filed a lawsuit in Rockbridge County District Court alleging a slew of civil rights violations made by the state over the past few years.

Wintry weather is impacting most of our viewing area and with that comes delays and closings.

As the cold snap continues to grip much of Virginia, it’s important to make sure your vehicle is ready to face the cold.

Thank you to Ash Lee for sending in today’s Picture of the Day from Roanoke.

Del. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke, announced he is exploring the possibility of running for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

Hokies force Blue Devils to commit 24 turnovers.

The Blue Devils are unlikely to make the playoff field with their 8-5 record, opening the door for a second Group of Five team — likely James Madison — to make it.

Duke's overtime win against No. 16 Virginia in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game attracted its share of curious onlookers, given the league's uncertain footing for College Football Playoff bids.

No injuries among first responders were reported, but one person inside the home was taken to Sovah Health Danville for treatment.

Alabama is forcing the group that will set the College Football Playoff bracket to ask: Should a 12-team tournament include a team with three losses.

No. 19 James Madison has made its case for a College Football Playoff berth.

Dukes defense shines in first ever Sun Belt title win.

The man accused of planting a pair of pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Republican and Democratic national parties in Washington on the eve of the U.S. Capitol attack confessed to the act in interviews with investigators.

Much of Southwest and Central Virginia is waking up to a winter surprise Friday morning.

The Justice Department has failed to secure a new indictment against New York Attorney General Letitia James after a judge dismissed the previous mortgage fraud prosecution encouraged by President Donald Trump.

In his fourth season, Elliott has led the Cavaliers to a 10-win season for just the second time in program history.

No. 19 James Madison believes it has the resume to earn a spot in the College Football Playoff if it wins Friday's Sun Belt championship against Troy.

10 News was awarded an outstanding journalism award from the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation on Wednesday night, 10 News was awarded the Most Comprehensive Agricultural Coverage in Virginia. c

Numerous state and local agencies were on the location of a wooded lot on the corner of Dent Street and Franklin Street due to a discovery of numerous dead vultures in a creek bed in Rocky Mount on Tuesday.

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UVA running back J'Mari Taylor lands on the All-ACC First-Team.

A raccoon broke into a closed Virginia liquor store and drank alcohol from the bottom shelves over the weekend.

Master Corrections Officer Jeremy Hall was killed by an inmate in the line of duty on Nov. 17. Today, a memorial service in Wytheville celebrated his life.

Virginia lawmakers convened on Tuesday to review proposed amendments to a 2026 cannabis retail market bill.

President Donald Trump has announced plans to reconstruct Dulles International Airport in northern Virginia.

Wintry weather is impacting most of our viewing area and with that comes delays and closings.

Mark Peake announced that he is stepping down as the Chairman of the Republican Party at the end of the year, his office confirmed to 10 News Monday night.

The hearings come as Democrats, who control the legislature, have raised concerns about what they see as interference in university autonomy from outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office and the White House.

A historic Danville neighborhood is getting a fresh start as city officials advance plans to restore and revitalize the area through a comprehensive redevelopment initiative.

Family and friends gather to honor Autumn Bushman's life on her 11th birthday, and advocate for change in Virginia.

J’Mari Taylor became the first Atlantic Coast Conference running back since 2021 to run for a touchdown and throw for a score in the same game as No. 17 Virginia beat Virginia Tech 27-7 to clinch a spot in the conference championship game. Taylor ran for 80 yards and a score and quarterback Chandler Morris threw for 182 yards and ran for an 8-yard touchdown as the Cavaliers beat the Hokies for just the second time in the last 21 meetings between the schools. The Hokies got a 57-yard touchdown pass from Kyron Drones to Shamarius Peterkin with 4:20 left to play.

Tuesday brings early morning winter precipitation. Learn more here!

The final regular season week of college football has set the stage for conference championships.

Mostly clear skies, gusty winds, and cold temperatures continue for the morning.

Cloudy skies are kicking off our Thanksgiving morning.

There’s exciting news this holiday season for anyone looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and foster families. From now until December 2, every donation made to Virginia's Kids Belong will be doubled thanks to a matching donor promise.

Utilities said they are trying to balance rising operating costs and new investments with keeping costs manageable for consumers.

Thanksgiving Snow Showers?

Bears aren’t uncommon in our area, especially when you get into the mountains, but experts with the Department of Wildlife Resources are noting more sightings near people.

More than 2 million travelers are expected to hit Virginia’s roads this Thanksgiving week, with officials urging caution and advance planning for the holiday journey.

Roanoke City is in the middle of a six-month project to improve safety on Williamson Road, but not everyone is happy with the changes.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Tuesday that Polyzent Trading would invest $1.1 million to develop the company’s first manufacturing site in Lynchburg.

Virginia State Police say a high school football coach who disappeared days ago before his undefeated team’s playoff game is being sought on charges of possessing child sexual abuse material and using a computer to solicit a minor.

Governor Youngkin has announced that the Virginia-based startup, Polyzent Trading, will be developing their first manufacturing site in Lynchburg.

Polyzent Trading, a Virginia-based plastic stretch film manufacturer, will invest $1.1 million to develop its first manufacturing site in Lynchburg, creating 20 new jobs.

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