FILE - Former Richneck Elementary School assistant principal Ebony Parker looks back into the courtroom during Abby Zwerner's lawsuit against her on Oct. 28, 2025, in Newport News, Va. (Stephen M. Katz/The Virginian-Pilot via AP, Pool, File)Judge dismisses all child neglect counts against Newport News assistant principal Ebony Parker Read full article: Judge dismisses all child neglect counts against Newport News assistant principal Ebony Parker
Patrick County has declared a local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditions. Officials say a burning ban is also effective immediately.Patrick County declares local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditionsRead full article: Patrick County declares local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditions
Suspects linked to crime through multi-agency investigationThree arrested following 2024 armed burglary investigation in BedfordRead full article: Three arrested following 2024 armed burglary investigation in Bedford
Spencer Forsling died after being hit by a Blacksburg police officer responding to a callCommonwealth’s Attorney won’t pursue charges in deadly crash involving Virginia Tech studentRead full article: Commonwealth’s Attorney won’t pursue charges in deadly crash involving Virginia Tech student
Army Veteran reflects on Virginia Tech parachute incident and mental health advocacyRead full article: Army Veteran reflects on Virginia Tech parachute incident and mental health advocacy
Travelers wait to board an Amtrak train at Union Station in Los Angeles, Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plansRead full article: Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans
Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 21, 2026Read full article: Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - May 21, 2026
The Town of Vinton has announced the purchase of several downtown properties that were impacted by a devastating fire in July 2022.Town of Vinton acquires downtown properties damaged in 2022 fire for future revitalizationRead full article: Town of Vinton acquires downtown properties damaged in 2022 fire for future revitalization
Those who are interested will need to submit an application before the May 26 public hearingLynchburg City Council calls for volunteers for the Lynchburg City School BoardRead full article: Lynchburg City Council calls for volunteers for the Lynchburg City School Board
A hiring sign is displayed at a restaurant in Niles, Ill., Thursday, May 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)US jobless aid filings fell to 209,000 last week as layoffs remain low despite economic uncertaintyRead full article: US jobless aid filings fell to 209,000 last week as layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty
The WSLS 10 Shred event is back again and we couldn’t be more excited!2026 Shred Event FAQ: Everything you need to knowRead full article: 2026 Shred Event FAQ: Everything you need to know
America’s 250th birthday is just around the corner, and the nation is gearing up to celebrate more than two centuries since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.Young Patriot: Submit videos of your kid reciting the Pledge of Allegiance for a chance to be on TVRead full article: Young Patriot: Submit videos of your kid reciting the Pledge of Allegiance for a chance to be on TV
WSLS Education Impact AwardWSLS Education Impact Award Nomination Page 2025-2026Read full article: WSLS Education Impact Award Nomination Page 2025-2026
John Carlin & Monica Johnson Sit Down To Discuss The Latest on Data CentersIn Focus: Data Center Debate! Botetourt County & BeyondRead full article: In Focus: Data Center Debate! Botetourt County & Beyond
FILE - Former Richneck Elementary School assistant principal Ebony Parker looks back into the courtroom during Abby Zwerner's lawsuit against her on Oct. 28, 2025, in Newport News, Va. (Stephen M. Katz/The Virginian-Pilot via AP, Pool, File)Judge dismisses all child neglect counts against Newport News assistant principal Ebony Parker Read full article: Judge dismisses all child neglect counts against Newport News assistant principal Ebony Parker
Spencer Forsling died after being hit by a Blacksburg police officer responding to a callCommonwealth’s Attorney won’t pursue charges in deadly crash involving Virginia Tech studentRead full article: Commonwealth’s Attorney won’t pursue charges in deadly crash involving Virginia Tech student
A security guard runs in front of an Ebola treatment center in flames in Rwampara, Congo, Thursday, May 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Dirole Lotsima Dieudonne)32 minutes agoResidents burn an Ebola treatment center in Congo as anger grows over the outbreakRead full article: Residents burn an Ebola treatment center in Congo as anger grows over the outbreak
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testifies before the Senate Committee on Finance hearing to examine the President's proposed budget request for fiscal year 2027 for the Department of Health and Human Services on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screeningsRead full article: RFK Jr. fires leaders of group that sets guidelines for preventive health screenings
Workers remove a body in Mountainair, N.M., Wednesday, May 20, 2026, after several people died and more than a dozen first responders were exposed to an unknown substance. (AP Photo/Savannah Peters)3 dead in New Mexico and first responders decontaminated after exposure to unknown substanceRead full article: 3 dead in New Mexico and first responders decontaminated after exposure to unknown substance
Postcard collector Peter Meggison, holds up two examples of large letter postcards from places across America going from A to Z, Akron to Zanesville, Monday, May 11, 2026, in Westport, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)Colorful 'Greetings from' postcards reflected American innovation, idealismRead full article: Colorful 'Greetings from' postcards reflected American innovation, idealism
Maika Monroe poses for portrait photographs for the film 'Victorian Psycho' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)Maika Monroe, much more than 'Scream Queen,' returns to CannesRead full article: Maika Monroe, much more than 'Scream Queen,' returns to Cannes
This image released by Black Bear shows Leo Woodall in a scene from "Tuner." (Black Bear via AP)How 'Navalny' filmmaker Daniel Roher’s post-Oscar creative depression inspired ‘Tuner’Read full article: How 'Navalny' filmmaker Daniel Roher’s post-Oscar creative depression inspired ‘Tuner’
Money Matters: Tech stocks soar, Meta layoffs, and sweet treats for gradsRead full article: Money Matters: Tech stocks soar, Meta layoffs, and sweet treats for grads
Healthwatch: Swim safety tips for Memorial Day weekendRead full article: Healthwatch: Swim safety tips for Memorial Day weekend
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Thursday, April 23, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)Democrats are hoping for a breakthrough as the House takes another Iran war voteRead full article: Democrats are hoping for a breakthrough as the House takes another Iran war vote
Work continues on the construction of the ballroom at the White House, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington, where the East Wing once stood. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)14 minutes agoRepublican progress on immigration bill stalls out over Trump's ballroom, DOJ settlementRead full article: Republican progress on immigration bill stalls out over Trump's ballroom, DOJ settlement
Zane Anderson (courtesy of VSP)Missing 11-year-old Roanoke boy located safeRead full article: Missing 11-year-old Roanoke boy located safe
The Memorial Circle, where President Donald Trump has proposed building an arch to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary is seen, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)Key federal agency approves the design plan for Trump's Washington archRead full article: Key federal agency approves the design plan for Trump's Washington arch
FILE - A marcher holds a framed composite image of Fidel Castro, Raul Castro and Cuba's President Miguel Diaz-Canel, during the May Day parade at Revolution Square in Havana, May 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Ramon Espinosa, File)The Latest: Trump says ‘it looks like I’ll be the one’ to intervene in Cuba after Castro indictmentRead full article: The Latest: Trump says ‘it looks like I’ll be the one’ to intervene in Cuba after Castro indictment
Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletesRead full article: Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletes
Drought Forces Appalachian Power to Change Operations at Smith Mountain Lake, Leesville LakeRead full article: Drought Forces Appalachian Power to Change Operations at Smith Mountain Lake, Leesville Lake
‘Tanglewood Crossing’: Tanglewood area receiving new storefronts, restaurantsRead full article: ‘Tanglewood Crossing’: Tanglewood area receiving new storefronts, restaurants
Drought causes Smith Mountain Lake water levels to drop several feet ahead of Memorial Day weekendRead full article: Drought causes Smith Mountain Lake water levels to drop several feet ahead of Memorial Day weekend
On Thursday, April 30, WSLS 10 News will be sharing excerpts from our favorite poems, song lyrics and original poetry submitted by you our viewers on our morning show, starting at 5 a.m.Share a poem, lyric or original poetry with 10 News for ‘Poem in Your Pocket Day!’Read full article: Share a poem, lyric or original poetry with 10 News for ‘Poem in Your Pocket Day!’
Looking for something egg-citing to do with the family this Easter?LIST 🐰: Easter events in Southwest, Central VirginiaRead full article: LIST 🐰: Easter events in Southwest, Central Virginia
Happy International Waffle Day!International Waffle Day: Where do you get the best waffles in Central and Southwest Virginia?Read full article: International Waffle Day: Where do you get the best waffles in Central and Southwest Virginia?
Happy National Puppy Day!National Puppy Day: Show off your pet on Pin It for a chance to appear on TV or social mediaRead full article: National Puppy Day: Show off your pet on Pin It for a chance to appear on TV or social media
Suspects linked to crime through multi-agency investigationThree arrested following 2024 armed burglary investigation in BedfordRead full article: Three arrested following 2024 armed burglary investigation in Bedford
Patrick County has declared a local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditions. Officials say a burning ban is also effective immediately.Patrick County declares local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditionsRead full article: Patrick County declares local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditions
Spencer Forsling died after being hit by a Blacksburg police officer responding to a callCommonwealth’s Attorney won’t pursue charges in deadly crash involving Virginia Tech studentRead full article: Commonwealth’s Attorney won’t pursue charges in deadly crash involving Virginia Tech student
The Town of Vinton has announced the purchase of several downtown properties that were impacted by a devastating fire in July 2022.Town of Vinton acquires downtown properties damaged in 2022 fire for future revitalizationRead full article: Town of Vinton acquires downtown properties damaged in 2022 fire for future revitalization
Those who are interested will need to submit an application before the May 26 public hearingLynchburg City Council calls for volunteers for the Lynchburg City School BoardRead full article: Lynchburg City Council calls for volunteers for the Lynchburg City School Board
Army Veteran reflects on Virginia Tech parachute incident and mental health advocacyRead full article: Army Veteran reflects on Virginia Tech parachute incident and mental health advocacy
Annual Ride of Silence in Roanoke emphasizes bike safetyRead full article: Annual Ride of Silence in Roanoke emphasizes bike safety
FILE - A Brothers to the Rescue plane flies over The Democracy Movement flotilla at the twelve-mile limit north of Havana, Cuba, July 10, 1999. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, File)11 minutes agoIndictment of former Cuban president includes 5 fighter jet pilots involved in 1996 plane downingsRead full article: Indictment of former Cuban president includes 5 fighter jet pilots involved in 1996 plane downings
FILE - A SpaceX logo is displayed on a building, May 26, 2020, at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)34 minutes agoA look at the SpaceX IPO by the numbersRead full article: A look at the SpaceX IPO by the numbers
A plate of ribs and sausage with two sides is served at the Little Miss BBQ in Phoenix, Tuesday May 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Dario Lopez-Mills)42 minutes agoFrom ribs to brisket and beyond, American barbecue is a delicious part of US traditionRead full article: From ribs to brisket and beyond, American barbecue is a delicious part of US tradition
Postcard collector Peter Meggison, holds up two examples of large letter postcards from places across America going from A to Z, Akron to Zanesville, Monday, May 11, 2026, in Westport, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)Colorful 'Greetings from' postcards reflected American innovation, idealismRead full article: Colorful 'Greetings from' postcards reflected American innovation, idealism
Suspects linked to crime through multi-agency investigationThree arrested following 2024 armed burglary investigation in BedfordRead full article: Three arrested following 2024 armed burglary investigation in Bedford
Patrick County has declared a local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditions. Officials say a burning ban is also effective immediately.Patrick County declares local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditionsRead full article: Patrick County declares local emergency due to extreme dry weather conditions
FILE - Israeli far-right lawmaker Itamar Ben-Gvir gestures after election exit poll results are released at his party's headquarters in Jerusalem on Nov. 2, 2022. (AP Photo/Oren Ziv, File)Israeli security minister who taunted flotilla activists has a record of extreme actionsRead full article: Israeli security minister who taunted flotilla activists has a record of extreme actions
President Donald Trump speaks during an event about loosening a federal refrigerant rule, in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)43 minutes agoTrump calls off plan to sign artificial intelligence order due to concern it could hurt the industryRead full article: Trump calls off plan to sign artificial intelligence order due to concern it could hurt the industry
FILE - A sign for the Dakota Access Pipeline is seen north of Cannonball, N.D. and the Standing Rock Reservation on May 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Matthew Brown, File)A decade after Standing Rock protests, contentious segment of Dakota Access oil pipeline gets OKRead full article: A decade after Standing Rock protests, contentious segment of Dakota Access oil pipeline gets OK
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, alongside NYC World Cup Czar Maya Handa, NYC World Cup Czar, left, and New York council member Yusef Salaam, makes a World Cup soccer tournament announcement at Harlem Tavern, Thursday, May 21, 2026 in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Gray)New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup ticketsRead full article: New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets
FILE - An American flag waves in front of the Supreme Court building on Capitol Hill in Washington, on Nov. 2, 2020. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)Supreme Court sides with US company in claims over property seized in Cuban revolutionRead full article: Supreme Court sides with US company in claims over property seized in Cuban revolution
FILE - A "For Sale" sign is displayed outside a home on Friday, July 11, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)33 minutes agoAverage US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly nine monthsRead full article: Average US long-term mortgage rate climbs to 6.51%, highest level in nearly nine months
Maika Monroe poses for portrait photographs for the film 'Victorian Psycho' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)Maika Monroe, much more than 'Scream Queen,' returns to CannesRead full article: Maika Monroe, much more than 'Scream Queen,' returns to Cannes
Newport News Circuit Court Judge Rebecca M. Robinson speaks during the trial of Ebony Parker on felony child neglect charges at Newport News Circuit Court in Newport News, Va., Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (Peter Casey/The Virginian-Pilot via AP, Pool)14 minutes agoJudge dismisses charges against ex-administrator accused after student shot teacherRead full article: Judge dismisses charges against ex-administrator accused after student shot teacher
This image released by Black Bear shows Leo Woodall in a scene from "Tuner." (Black Bear via AP)How 'Navalny' filmmaker Daniel Roher’s post-Oscar creative depression inspired ‘Tuner’Read full article: How 'Navalny' filmmaker Daniel Roher’s post-Oscar creative depression inspired ‘Tuner’
FILE - A Navy officer helps a woman cross a flooded street after heavy rain in Poza Rica, Veracruz state, Mexico, Oct. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Felix Marquez, File)Atlantic hurricane season forecast to be milder than normal thanks to El NinoRead full article: Atlantic hurricane season forecast to be milder than normal thanks to El Nino
