"I still believe that you can run your program from an old school perspective."

They met Wednesday to coordinate efforts and collect some of the 38 dogs of various breeds that remained at the already crowded Henry County Animal Shelter.

Drying out the next few days before rain showers return to close the week.

The Virginia Council on Women, along with Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin, announced the 15th annual essay contest aimed at female high school seniors interested in careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, and healthcare (STEAM-H).

Beth Macy, former Roanoke Times reporter and author of the 2018 book Dopesick, announced she is running for the U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia’s 6th district as a Democrat.

Virginia residents could face approximately 20% increases in their health insurance premiums for 2026, as subsidies reduce and uncertainty looms over federal premium tax credits, according to state insurance officials.

Patrick County’s healthcare crisis intensified as its only urgent care facility announced its permanent closure, leaving more than 17,000 residents with no in-county emergency medical care.

The legislation that ended the longest government shutdown in U.S. history could upend a multi-billion-dollar industry due to a provision banning the vast majority of hemp products.

Windy, warm, and dry conditions are upon us and are causing concern for the threat of wildfires

You’re in for a special holiday treat, if you love Dolly Parton, because her unique adaptation of a classic tale of a Christmas Carol makes its way to Roanoke’s Berglund Center on November 25.

J’Mari Taylor ran for 133 yards and two scores, and No. 20 Virginia kept its conference title hopes intact.

The economy and rising prices were high on the minds of voters on Election Day, and those concerns contributed to a Democratic sweep of statewide offices in Virginia and New Jersey. The voting pattern in two traditionally Republican counties in each state is evidence of how strongly Democrats campaigned on pocketbook issues. Spotsylvania County in Virginia and Morris County in New Jersey backed Donald Trump and Republican candidates for governor in earlier elections. This month, voters in those counties went with Democrats up and down the ballot. With congressional midterm elections in 2026, the November results have sent a message to conservatives who hold power in Washington.

As Virginia food banks struggle to restock following recent SNAP benefit cuts and government shutdown impacts, an established venison donation program is stepping up to meet the rising demand for protein-rich foods.

DNA evidence helped detectives link a dead man to Laurie Ann Powell’s murder in 1988.

Samyha Suffren scored 17 off the bench for the Hokies.

As the holiday season approaches, Virginia is ready to “jingle all the way” with a safe driving holiday jingle competition for middle and high school students.

Governor Glenn Youngkin is firing back after Abigail Spanberger, who won the election to be Virginia’s next governor, requested that the University of Virginia pause its search for the school’s 10th president.

As the government shutdown continues, Roanoke residents dependent on SNAP benefits are facing significant challenges with delayed payments and uncertain futures.

According to Gasbuddy, gas prices across the nation have risen by 4.8 cents over the last week and stands at $3.03 nationally. Here in Virginia, we are a little under that average, but not by much, at $2.96/gal.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that Elbit Systems of America will expand its Roanoke County manufacturing facility. The facility, which produces low-light night vision devices for the defense industry, will undergo a historic $30 million expansion that will add 288 new jobs

Many people checked an item off their bucket list without having to travel.

A Virginia Democrat who helped investigate the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol is making a comeback bid in a key congressional district as her party looks to break President Donald Trump’s grip on federal power in the 2026 midterms.

Temperatures are a bit warmer Wednesday morning, with most spots in the low to mid 30s.

Virginia’s general firearms deer season begins Saturday and hunters hoping to fill their freezers are reminded to be safe, courteous and have a detailed hunt plan by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

The Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office issued a statement warning of an ongoing jury duty scam that is impacting the area.

16 DMV locations in Virginia now have reserved parking spaces for Purple Heart recipients.

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Virginia’s general firearms deer season is set to begin on Saturday, Nov. 15, and there are plenty of things you need to be aware of before heading out to hunt.

The Commonwealth of Virginia will display the POW/MIA flag on all public buildings on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, in honor of members of the U.S. Armed Forces who were prisoners of war or reported missing in action.

One of the most controversial quirks that Virginia has is the car tax. Why do we have it, and how do Virginians truly feel about it?

Virginia plans to bring back the infamous presidential fitness test, possibly as soon as 2026.

Instead of simply pushing for a limited number of automatic qualifiers in the next version of the College Football Playoff, leaders in the Southeastern Conference are now suggesting they don’t want any at all.

The Virginia Department of Foresty announced that they had firefighters assigned to every county across Virginia in preparation for fall fire season. Fall fire season runs through Nov. 30.

Texas has returned to the top 10 in The Associated Press college football poll.

The AP Top 25 college football poll is reshuffling in a big way this week, with 19 teams assuming new positions.

Floyd County girls win back-to-back team titles, Blacksburg sweeps both boys and girls Class 4 hardware.

The Cavaliers became the last ACC team to lose a league game this year.

Hundreds of people lined the streets of Downtown Roanoke to salute the men and women who have served the United States for the Virginia Veteran’s Parade.

Take a look at what to expect with this next weather change.

We’d love to see your photos from the Virginia’s Veterans Parade!

After a stretch of dry days, we are switching things up! Rain is back in the forecast, but the timing is not the best.

As cooler temperatures arrive, fire experts have a warning for you. Get your chimneys and flues cleaned.

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West Virginia Senator Chris Rose introuduced a resolution Thursday, inviting Virginia and Maryland counties to join the Mountain State. 21 Counties from Virginia and three from Maryland were invited. Here is how some locals reacted.

In the first episode, “Election Season in Virginia,” WSLS Rewind takes viewers on a journey through decades of political campaigns, economic challenges, and social debates that have shaped elections in the Commonwealth.

A Virginia jury has awarded $10 million to a former teacher in a lawsuit that accused an administrator of ignoring warnings that a 6-year-old student had a gun before the teacher was shot.

Months after Virginia opened its first adult high school, The Excel Center, the program’s students and teachers report that everything is going well, as the school gives everyone a second chance to earn their high school diploma.

A cooler day is ahead, but the fire threat still remains.

In a dramatic turn of events, federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to continue funding SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, as states like Virginia implement emergency measures to ensure food assistance continues for millions of Americans.

Democrats are hopeful again.

Economic worries were the dominant concern as voters cast ballots for Tuesday’s elections, according to preliminary findings from the AP Voter Poll.

A jury in Virginia has started deliberations in a lawsuit filed against a former school administrator accused of ignoring repeated warnings that a 6-year-old had a gun hours before a teacher was shot.

The Virginia Court of Appeals will reconsider the overturned felony conviction of Terry Michel, who confessed to shooting his dogs, after the Commonwealth requested a rehearing by the full court.

Governor Glenn Youngkin is set to hold a press conference to discuss Virginia’s 2025 election results. You can watch him deliver remarks live using this article.

Election Day is in the books and voters across Virginia have had their say.

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President Donald Trump wasn’t on the ballot in Tuesday’s elections, but many voters in key races made their choice in opposition to him or considered him to be irrelevant, according to the AP Voter Poll.

If you need to find results for a specific race in the Nov. 4, 2025 Virginia general election, you can do so here.

Economic worries were the dominant concern as voters cast ballots for Tuesday’s elections, according to preliminary findings from the AP Voter Poll.

This year’s Attorney General race has captured national attention in what’s become a scandalous race. Incumbent Republican Jason Miyares is against Democrat Jay Jones, who has found himself in the midst of a political firestorm after two controversies have come to light.

The Virginia Governor’s race has been one of the most talked abour races, not just here in Virginia but across the country. 10 News Anchor Abbie Coleman sat down earlier this season with both Abigail Spanberger and Winsome Earle-Sears to hear their top priorities.

As thousands and thousands of Americans head to the polls to vote, many factors go into counting those votes to determine who the winner is.

Every year is an election year in Virginia, and we gain national attention as one of the only states to vote for governor after a presidential election year.

Ohio State received top billing in the first College Football Playoff rankings of the season, followed by Indiana, Texas A&M and Alabama.

10 News political analyst Dr. Ed Lynch breaks down the key issues for today’s election.

Democrats are dominating the first major Election Day since President Donald Trump returned to the White House.

Republican candidates stressed the importance of high turnout in Southwest Virginia to counteract Democratic strength elsewhere in the state.

Here's a breakdown of the importance of Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial election.

Turning Point USA, the political organization founded by the late Charlie Kirk, visited Blacksburg in September 2025. In response, National Ground Game, which promotes itself as the counter to TPUSA, held an event at Virginia Tech just prior to Election Day.

Donald Trump features prominently in state and local elections happening Tuesday, a year after he retook the White House.

Make sure to get outside before the fall colors “leaf” us!

Its time to turn your clocks back and prepare for a slight warm up!

New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing back against the Trump administration's investigation of cases that she brought against the president and National Rifle Association.

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Witching you a happy Halloween as gusty winds and clear skies return for the day! 🎃👻