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No charges to be placed after fatal collision that left Lynchburg 3-year-old dead

Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Lynchburg, Dianna Baker, has released her report on the April 18, 2023 fatal collision that left a Lynchburg three-year-old dead.

BREAKING NEWS

No charges to be placed after fatal collision that left Lynchburg 3-year-old dead

WEST VIRGINIA


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Pipestem State Park adds adventure series

Pipestem State Park in West Virginia has added an attraction called Pipestem Adventures. It includes everything from a half day zipline tour over the nearby gorge to ax throwing and family friendly kayaking.

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Coal firms owned by family of West Virginia governor sued over unpaid penalties

Thirteen coal companies owned by the family of West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice are being sued over unpaid penalties for previous mining law violations.

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U.S. debt limit agreement could give green light to Mountain Valley Pipeline

The bill would approve the remaining permits for the controversial Mountain Valley Pipeline.

Showers, isolated storms before a pleasant week

Saturday is the last soggy day for quite some time

Wedge provides cool-down Monday before severe storm threat late Tuesday

Stronger storms late Tuesday afternoon and evening may contain damaging wind gusts and hail

W.Va. politicos keep fighting over 2020; voters, not so much

Some Republican officeholders in West Virginia are already revving up campaigns for governor in 2024.

Bear gives West Virginia principal a roaring wake-up call

A black bear gave a West Virginia principal quite the roaring wake-up call when it emerged from a dumpster outside an elementary school.

Tornadoes in Virginia and Florida, flooding in other states

Officials are assessing tornado damage after a storm tore through Virginia Beach on Sunday, wrecking homes, downing trees and causing gas leaks.

High court: Trans girl can run girls track in West Virginia

The Supreme Court is allowing a 12-year-old transgender girl in West Virginia to continue competing on her middle school’s girls sports teams while a lawsuit over a state ban continues.

High court: Trans girl can run girls track in West Virginia

The Supreme Court is allowing a 12-year-old transgender girl in West Virginia to continue competing on her middle school’s girls sports teams while a lawsuit over a state ban continues.

West Virginia governor signs ban on gender-affirming care

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has signed a bill banning gender-affirming care for minors.

West Virginia bans some child marriages in compromise law

West Virginia will no longer allow children and young teens to marry, after the governor signed a compromise bill Wednesday.

New Maryland clinic opening in post-Roe 'abortion desert'

A new Maryland abortion provider is opening next to deeply conservative West Virginia, where state lawmakers recently passed a near-total abortion ban.

Over 2,000 AEP customers without power in Virginia after high winds

Appalachian Power is releasing an update after high winds left more than 58,000 customers without power across its entire service area Saturday evening.

Tracking heavy rain, thunder Saturday morning

Most severe weather missed us last night and this morning

Bill Self to miss Kansas' NCAA game against Arkansas

Bill Self will miss top-seeded Kansas’ second-round NCAA Tournament game against Arkansas.

Maryland survives at March Madness, beats WVirginia 67-65

Maryland overcame a sluggish start and a final heave at the buzzer by Kedrian Johnson, topping West Virginia 67-65 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Lynchburg Fire and EMS remembers 2014 CSX train derailment amid nationwide derailments

Next month will mark nine years since a CSX train derailed in Lynchburg, dumping thousands of galloons of fuel into the James River.

Bill banning marriages under age 16 passes in West Virginia

A child marriage bill is heading to the West Virginia governor’s desk after lawmakers agreed to let 16- and 17-year-olds get married with restrictions.

West Virginia GOP Legislature passes transgender care ban

A bill that would ban evidence-based health care for transgender minors in West Virginia is headed to the desk of Gov. Jim Justice.

Bill would ban marriages under age 16 in West Virginia

A bill addressing child marriage in West Virginia has passed the state Senate.

Child marriage ban bill resurrected in West Virginia Senate

A bill to prohibit minors from getting married in West Virginia has been resurrected a day after its defeat in a Senate committee.

CSX releases statement on train derailment

CSX released a new statement Thursday regarding the train derailment in Sandstone, West Virginia on Wednesday, and related recovery efforts.

Crews commend an overall team response to train derailment in West Virginia

First crew on scene were members of the Green Sulphur District Volunteer Fire and Rescue squad.

West Virginia train derailment will likely not impact Southwest Virginia water

We’re working for you to learn more about where the train that was derailed in West Virginia was traveling — along with potential impacts here at home.

DRONE VIDEO | See aerial footage of the West Virginia train derailment

10 News has team coverage of the train derailment in West Virginia.

Tracks fully open after West Virginia train derailment

Crews are currently responding to a train derailment in West Virginia, according to WVVA.

AEP: Thousands without power following heavy rain, high winds

Appalachian Power is providing a storm response update following Friday’s heavy rain and high winds across the region.

West Virginians clash over religious freedom bill at hearing

People were divided during a public hearing Friday at the West Virginia Capitol on a bill that would codify the right of residents to challenge government regulations that interfere with their religious beliefs.

West Virginia transgender sports ban halted during appeal

A federal appeals panel has ruled that West Virginia transgender athletes can compete in female school sports while an appeal is heard on a state law banning their participation.

Signed bill sets Nov. 14 memorial for Marshall plane crash

West Virginia's governor has signed a bill setting Nov. 14 each year as a day to remember the worst sports disaster in U.S. history.

EXPLAINER: Why you likely won’t see a big snowstorm in Southwest, Central Virginia any time soon

Our snow drought will likely continue through much of February

West Virginia advances school mandate on ‘In God We Trust’

Public schools in West Virginia may soon be required to display the phrase “In God We Trust” in every building if a bill passed by the state Senate on Monday becomes law.

Charges pending after bomb threat made to Wytheville gas station, area deemed safe

A 14-year-old from West Virginia is allegedly at the source of a bomb threat made to Go Mart gas station early Saturday in Wytheville, police said.

Stevenson's 31 leads West Virginia over No. 15 Auburn

Erik Stevenson scored a career-high 31 points and West Virginia withstood a furious late rally from No. 15 Auburn to beat the Tigers 80-77 in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge on Saturday.

New lawsuits target state restrictions on abortion pills

Supporters of abortion rights have filed separate lawsuits challenging abortion pill restrictions in North Carolina and West Virginia.

W.Va. bills pass on carbon sequestration, hydrogen hubs

Two bills that would make it easier for hydrogen hubs and underground carbon sequestration projects to come to historically coal-dependent West Virginia are headed to the desk of Republican Gov. Jim Justice.

US authorities charge more than 100 with gun, drug crimes

U.S. authorities say they have charged more than 100 people with federal gun and drug crimes in separate blitzes in three states.

Spring-like warmth continues into mid-week despite more clouds, few showers

Afternoon highs will be in the 60s the next two-to-three days

Appalachian Power expects power to be restored for most Monday night

AEP started this winter storm with over 50,000 customer without power, most of which were in Virginia.

States contend with short timeline to correct broadband map

States are racing against a deadline to challenge the map federal officials will use to divvy up the nation’s largest-ever investment in high-speed internet.

Amber Alert canceled after 6-year-old West Virginia girl found safe, suspect in custody

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Purdue moves to No. 1 in AP Top 25, Alabama cracks top 5

Purdue has climbed to No. 1 in men's basketball AP Top 25 for the second straight season.

West Virginia cash-for-worker program adds 4th destination

A program offering cash and free outdoor adventures to remote workers to move to West Virginia with the hope of offsetting population losses has welcomed 143 new residents since its launch.

Snowshoe Mountain opens for 2022 winter season

It’s the first day of the winter season at Snowshoe Mountain.

Novembrrr! Wintry wind makes things slightly colder again Thursday, Friday morning

Our cold spell continues through the weekend before warming air ahead of Thanksgiving

Nov. 9, 2022 Picture of the Day

Thanks to Mark Skaggs for today’s Picture of the Day from Monroe County in West Virginia.

West Virginia's Mooney runs for Congress but aims at Manchin

West Virginia Republican U.S. Rep. Alex Mooney is facing Democrat Barry Wendell in the race for a seat representing the state's 2nd Congressional District.

Salem’s Wilson earns Week 7 honors

Salem was led by senior quarterback DaRon Wilson, who pulled the Spartans in a close, one-score game to a 49-14 win.

Penalty consequences in action as Hokies head to Chapel Hill

Virginia Tech ranks as one of the teams with the most penalties in the whole nation.

1st and 10: Lord Botetourt gets tight win over Princeton, 28-27

Tonight, the Cavs welcome the 4th ranked class 3A team in West Virginia. Princeton to Daleville.

History behind the Hokies versus Mountaineers battle for the Black Diamond Trophy

Virginia Tech will take on West Virginia University on their home turf Thursday, competing for the Black Diamond Trophy.

MONDAY HUDDLE: Monarchs come oh-so-close to being king of the state in college football

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene -- and a glimpse at what’s to come next week.

All aboard!: Southern Caboose renovated to become Airbnb in Lynchburg

The 1951 Southern Caboose was renovated on a Hill City property overlooking the James River and a local foundry, giving it an industrial vibe.

VSP: Motorcyclist dead after rear-ending tractor-trailer on I-81N in Botetourt County

A 60-year-old motorcyclist is dead following a crash on Interstate 81 northbound, according to Virginia State Police.

MONDAY HUDDLE: Carson Wentz justifies faith in him during Washington’s season-opening win

Three key takeaways from the state’s football scene this past weekend.

Few late-day downpours Wednesday precede subtle dip in humidity

A few downpours form in the mountains and in areas east of US-220

Heads up! Strong front to bring storms Tuesday, drop in humidity Wednesday

One front will be responsible for some changeable weather in less-than 24 hours

Mountain Valley Pipeline project granted four-year extension

There has been an extension to a project that’ll affect thousands of people in the region.

Manchin dismisses critics, embraces 'hero and villain' role

Sen. Joe Manchin says he pays no heed to criticism when making decisions what’s best for West Virginia.

Flooding in central Appalachia kills at least 8 in Kentucky

Heavy rains have caused flash flooding and mudslides as storms pound parts of central Appalachia.

Unexpected deal would boost Biden pledge on climate change

An unexpected deal reached by Senate Democrats would be the most ambitious action ever taken by the United States to address global warming and could help President Joe Biden come close to meeting his pledge to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030.

Man charged after sister awakens from 2-year coma dies in custody

A West Virginia man charged with trying to kill his sister, who recently awakened from a two-year coma and identified him as her attacker, has died, authorities said Friday.

Mississippi clinic ends challenge of near-ban on abortion

The Mississippi abortion clinic that was at the center of the U.S. Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade has ended a lawsuit in which it was seeking to block the state from enforcing a law banning most abortions.

Authorities: WV woman awakens from 2-year coma, identifies brother as her attacker

A West Virginia man has been charged with trying to kill his sister, who recently awakened from a two-year coma and identified him as her attacker, authorities said.

Abortion ban blocked in W. Va.; Louisiana awaits ruling

Court battles over abortion continue to play out in multiple states in the aftermath of the Supreme Court ruling reversing abortion rights.

No deaths in Virginia flooding that washed out homes, roads

Authorities in a remote corner of southwest Virginia have located all of the 44 people who were reported unaccounted for after devastating flooding washed out roadways and damaged more than 100 homes.

Videos of police shooting a man near West Virginia Mall go viral

The graphic videos were taken by members of the public, many of which were in vehicles while they were stopped along Robert C. Byrd Drive. Videos show brief moments of the man’s interaction with police, up until the time he was shot.

Videos of police shooting a man near West Virginia Mall go viral

The graphic videos were taken by members of the public, many of which were in vehicles while they were stopped along Robert C. Byrd Drive. Videos show brief moments of the man’s interaction with police, up until the time he was shot.

After West Virginia opioid verdict, another case postponed

The trial for a lawsuit accusing three major U.S. drug distributors of causing a health crisis throughout West Virginia has been postponed.

WVa opioid trial verdict still pending nearly a year later

Last July, a federal judge in West Virginia heard closing arguments in the first lawsuit to go to trial over the U.S. opioid addiction epidemic.

Star City Motor Madness kicks off in Roanoke

The big weekend started with Cruise Night on Williamson Road Friday, and on Saturday, there will be a car show in Downtown Roanoke from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Some US clinics stop doing abortions as ruling takes hold

Abortion bans that were put on the books in some states in the event Roe v. Wade was overturned have started automatically going into effect, while clinics elsewhere — including Alabama, Texas and West Virginia — have stopped performing abortions for fear of prosecution, sending women away in tears.

More than 3,000 without power after overnight storms in Southwest, Central Virginia

Thousands are without power in Virginia after severe storms hit our region overnight.

West Virginia cash-for-worker program welcomes new residents

A program offering cash incentives for out-of-state workers to move to West Virginia has welcomed its second round of new residents.

Covington man found dead in West Virginia, police say

A Covington man was found dead in West Virginia over the weekend, according to the Greenbrier County Sheriff's Department.

WVa National Guard member who wore ‘Yes, I’m a Trump girl’ shirt at Capitol charged in riot

A part-time member of the West Virginia National Guard who authorities say was wearing a sweatshirt that read "Yes, I'm a Trump girl" inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda has been charged with participating in the January 2021 riot.

West Virginia woman arrested after stolen rental car chase ends in Alleghany County

A West Virginia woman is behind bars in Roanoke after police say she stole a car from a rental company Monday.

Trump-backed US Rep. Alex Mooney wins W.Va. GOP primary

Congressman Alex Mooney has won the Republican nomination for one of West Virginia’s two seats in the U.S. House.

Epidemiologist: Drug supply fueled WVa crisis over poverty

An epidemiologist testifying at West Virginia's ongoing trial against three major pharmaceutical companies said the influx of prescription opioids into communities was the main driver of the state’s drug crisis.

Jake Stephens following coach Dan Earl to Chattanooga

Stephens earned All-SoCon First Team honors this past season.

WVa trial expert: Drug makers downplayed risks in marketing

Lawyers for the state of West Virginia are concluding the first week of a trial against three major opioid makers.

Warm, spring breeze precedes nighttime storm threat Wednesday

A few strong-to-severe thunderstorms will be possible between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m.

US drug czar testifies in WVa lawsuit against opioid makers

The new White House drug czar has testified that the opioid epidemic got so bad in drug-ravaged West Virginia that the state was having trouble finding foster parents to care for children.

33-year-old man dies after crashing on Route 311 in Alleghany County

A 33-year-old man lost his life after crashing on Route 311 Saturday night, according to Virginia State Police.

No. 6 KU cruises past West Virginia 87-63 in Big 12 quarters

Ochai Agbaji led sixth-ranked Kansas with 18 points in a 87-63 victory over West Virginia in the quarterfinal round of the Big 12 Tournament.

Gas prices skyrocketing in Virginia and across the nation

Drivers in Virginia are paying the price at the pump.

Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad helps find missing body in West Virginia

A missing man was found dead in West Virginia.

Plea hearing set for Md. woman charged in submarine spy case

The wife of a Navy nuclear engineer charged with trying to sell submarine secrets to a foreign government appears poised to plead guilty.

Youngkin, Justice seek relief from health worker vax rule

The Republican governors of Virginia and West Virginia are asking the Biden administration for a limited waiver to the federal vaccine mandate for health care workers.

Biscuit World workers say no to 1st W.Va. fast-food union

An employee-led effort to unionize a franchise of Tudor’s Biscuit World in West Virginia has failed.

West Virginia weather station plummets to new record low temperature Saturday

Happy Monday and welcome to another edition of Beyond The Forecast!

Nearly 20,000 still without power after snow rolls through Southwest, Central Virginia

Monday morning’s snow has left many without power.

Happy New Year! Ball drops but temperatures don’t...yet

Temperatures near record highs New Year's Day before a strong cold front moves through

Minnesota beats West Virginia 18-6 in Guaranteed Rate Bowl

Ky Thomas ran for 144 yards and a touchdown, Mar’Kiese Irving added 129 yards rushing and Minnesota shut down West Virginia to win the Guaranteed Rate Bowl 18-6.

Virginia board OKs stream-crossing permit for gas pipeline

A Virginia board has granted a waterbody crossing permit for the Mountain Valley Pipeline.

Rosie’s unveils $28 million expansion, doubling in size and slot machines

The new slots and entertainment venue at Rosie’s Gaming Emporium in Vinton are now open to the public.

Popular winter destination opens on Thursday

Snowshoe is gearing up for a busy season.

Virginia is one of the worst states for kids aging out of foster care

We’re working for you to find out what could be done differently to help children all over the Commonwealth

Couple rounds of mountain snow, along with chilly breezes this weekend

Two wintry cold fronts will cause big impacts to our weather through Monday

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