Microporous plans to add 2,000 jobs at an average salary of $58,000, boosting the Southside economy.

A 39-year-old man was found dead during a welfare check that was conducted by the Lynchburg Police Department, 10 News has learned.

A 58-year-old man is dead after a shooting in Pittsylvania County Saturday, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

A pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle in Danville on Tuesday, according to the Danville Police Department.

One of the elections 10 News has its eyes on this cycle is the Salem City Sheriff’s race.

A child is in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle in Blacksburg on Friday (Oct. 11), according to the Blacksburg Police Department.

The Roanoke Fire and EMS Department’s HTR team was notified of an injured hiker on a trail in the Mill Mountain area.

It’s fall again and guess what that means? Football is back in full force, and so is the 1st and 10 team here at WSLS.

With the unofficial start to fall, Duck Donuts is jumping into the leaf pile with all their fall flavors.

Some Appalachian Power Company users have been experiencing power outages due to the storms that have been rolling through the region.

Lynchburg Fire Department is currently on the scene of a small plane crash that happened in Lynchburg, 10 News has learned.

A child has been hospitalized after being hit by a car on Tuesday, 10 News has learned.

Rich Creek Police Department has asked for the public’s assistance in finding a missing person in Giles County.

The United Kingdom's only manufacturer of hand-built electric classic sports cars will invest $8 million to establish a manufacturing facility at Cane Creek Centre.

Sandel will become the longest-serving president in Virginia Western’s history by the time he retires

A digital-only live show from 10 News is going on hiatus.

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from the public in the Stewartsville area (specifically Mountain Meadows Subdivision) in locating a missing endangered adult.

VSP has arrested 24-year-old Liam Watson of Blacksburg on four indictments.

A man has been arrested after a shooting in Alleghany County according to the Alleghany Sherriff's Office.

Charges have been certified against a suspect in the 2019 triple murder case in Pittsylvania County, according to court documents.

Nobody was injured after four vehicles caught on fire last night.

After struggling during COVID, the City Market Building is at 100% capacity. Now, they're working to rebrand and redesign.

Almost a year after the tragic murder of 6-year-old Kingston Campbell, Lynchburg Police have revealed a possible connection to another murder in the community.

The house fire happened on the 1500 block of Patterson Ave. SW.

The county is proposing a five-cent increase from 70 cents per $100 of assessed value to 75 cents.

Storms Thursday and high winds through Saturday could lead to power outages.

Being a college town, Blacksburg has long struggled with developing housing types that attract young homebuyers.

Changes are coming a little less than a week after Brayden DeHaven died from being hit by a car on Avenham Avenue in South Roanoke.

10 News has learned that the boy who was hit by a car in Roanoke Thursday evening has since died, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Wawa was approved by the Botetourt County Board of Supervisors despite a lack of recommendation from the planning commission.

Forestry departments and emergency departments are conducting prescribed burns in the New River Valley.

Night to Shine is back for it's biggest year yet.

10 News has issued another Weather Authority Alert Day for Friday through Saturday for the potential for light snow/mixed precipitation and Arctic air.

10 News has issued another Weather Authority Alert Day from Monday to Wednesday due to the potential for an impactful winter storm.

WSLS will stream weather conditions across Southwest Virginia on Saturday morning beginning at 5 a.m.

Michael Clark, director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Roanoke resigned on Jan. 3.

Each year thousands of families are forced to choose between making ends meet or giving Christmas presents to their children. That’s why 10 News partnered with the Salvation Army again this year.

A tiger at the Natural Bridge Zoo was euthanized during state police’s search, according to Attorney Mario Williams.

According to Virginia State Police, the search at the Natural Bridge Zoo in Rockbridge County has come to an end.

10 News is continuing to look into why the Salem chapter of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) was suspended after a viewer called in last week.

The drought has drastically lowered water levels at Carvin's Cove, which supplies the majority of the drinking water to the greater Roanoke Valley.

If you saw smoke near the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport on Tuesday afternoon, don’t worry - the smoke was from a brush fire, which is now fully contained, according to Roanoke Fire-EMS.

As wild fires spread across the area, farmers are growing concerned about keeping livestock safe.

Local water authorities, and city and county officials have not issued water restrictions or bans in the wake of the Matts Creek wildfire.

A Roanoke County family is getting a sense of closure after fighting to bury their matriarch.

10 News Political Analyst, Dr. Ed Lynch joined 10 News to talk about why today’s elections are so important.

Visit Virginia Blue Ridge talked about why the fall season brings a huge economic impact to Roanoke.

Court documents show Ashley Gibbs Neeley received a furlough order to leave Amherst County Adult Detention Center and complete a program at Southstone Recovery Center.

A car crash on VA-311 is causing delays, according to VDOT.

The Virginia Department of Health is investigating complaints of gastrointestinal illness stemming from the Blue Ridge Rock Fest.

10 News is following up on a Solutionaries story with U.S. Attorney Chris Kavanaugh where he spoke about his relationship with local prosecutors.

As students head back to the classroom, 10 News is working for you to investigate what schools across our region are doing to protect your kids.

While troops from Virginia’s National Guard are in Texas to aid in securing the United States’ border, 10 News is looking at concerns brought on by the border crisis, like human trafficking.

Roanoke Police and Roanoke Fire EMS are on scene of a car accident on Melrose Ave.

Authorities are currently at the scene of the Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Christiansburg, investigating an incident that occurred Sunday morning.

According to data from Virginia State Police District Six, from January 2023 to April, five people out of the 15 who died in car crashes were not wearing a seatbelt.

The Tate family remembers 32-year-old Jaleel Tate as a brother, husband and father.

10 News investigates the new age system of punishment and how it’s working.

It was a long afternoon for people living along Avenham Avenue in Southwest Roanoke as police were in a standoff for three hours.

The decision comes less than a week after the district announced a new bell schedule for the 2023-2024 school year.

The Cassell Guard cheering section is ready to cheer the Hokies on through the Final Four.

The Hokies are in the Final Four and 10 News is celebrating this Friday at 5:30 p.m.!

In an effort to curb gun violence among teenagers, Roanoke's Mayor wants to adjust the city's curfew. But not everyone is on board with the proposed approach.

A southwest Virginia restaurant has a new set of wheels.

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

Radford Police body cam video shows what happened during Sunday’s traffic stop.

Lawmakers returned to Richmond on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023, for a new General Assembly session.

Heads up! If you were planning to travel on the Blue Ridge Parkway anytime soon, a portion of it has been closed due to a landslide Friday morning.

A 29-year-old is dead following a two-vehicle crash in Rockbridge County on Saturday (Dec. 3), according to Virginia State Police.

If you’re driving on 220 in Roanoke, you might want to find another route.

A 75-year-old woman with dementia has been reported missing out of Altavista.

A portion of South Main Street is blocked due to a water main break and street repair, according to town officials.

The WSLS 10 Trick or Treat at Layman Family Farms was scaring up a ton of fun on Thursday night.

A 62-year-old woman is dead after a single-vehicle crash on Route 622 in Pittsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.

The Danville Police Department is investigating after a hidden camera was found in a Danville Walmart.

Virginia Today at 6 was moved online Monday morning due to NBC New’s coverage of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral.

First responders were called to help a woman having a medical emergency while she was mowing her yard, but their work didn’t stop when the call was over.

Students have been evacuated from Alleghany High School after a bomb threat was reported, according to a Facebook post from the school district.

The Lynchburg Humane Society is hosting a special adoption event Friday through Sunday to help our furry friends find a good home.

This girl is unique, and we aren’t just talking about her beautiful coat and personality.

‘A Knight with Kendall,’ originally promoted as a ‘drag extravaganza,’ took centerstage at Lynchburg’s Academy Center of the Arts on Thursday after it was moved from Jefferson Forest High School due to residents’ concerns.

On Wednesday afternoon, area officials advised the public near the Walmart on Mount Cross Road to keep their cats contained within their property as they try to gather feral cats that they say could have had contact with the rabid fox.

Tony Elliott said he doesn’t just want to be a head coach for the UVA Cavaliers, but rather an old head coach. He said it’s a role he’s been ready to step into for a few years. Now his challenge … create a champion brand on and off the field in Charlottesville.

For too many people living in our region, access to basic and emergency care is simply out of reach.

After the original story aired Tuesday, 10 News found the combat medic that saved the victim.

A Covington woman working to put the final details on her guest bedroom was shopping online for the perfect side chair, and when she finally found and ordered the one, she found something surprisingly concerning in her package.

You’ve been telling us your rents are going up fast. 10 News is working to find out why.

A Franklin County deputy was arrested by the Rocky Mount Police Department Saturday morning after driving under the influence, according to court records.

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin visited Lynchburg Friday and spoke one-on-one with 10 News about several topics impacting Southwest and Central Virginia.

The missing 15-year-old boy the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office was searching for has been found dead.

In recognition of Black History Month, we’re saluting pioneers of the past, celebrating the present and looking forward to the future.

Some people believe he got away with murder. Others say it was the right call.

It was a 2.2M earthquake, which is rarely felt or causes damage

A pillar of the Roanoke community passed away this week at 95-year-old.

The starting salary is now $50,000. It was raised by $10,000 to bolster recruitment and retention.

On Saturday night, there will not be a 6 p.m. show due to NBC Live coverage of the Navy vs. Notre Dame college football game.

A popular Mexican restaurant in Roanoke is no longer open.

Criminal complaints obtained by 10 News reveal gruesome details in the murder of an 88-year-old Danville woman.

As of 10 a.m. Monday, an earthquake has not yet been confirmed.

On Saturday at 6 p.m., 10 News had an abbreviated newscast online due to the NBC Golf Ryder Cup.