Danville Utilities announced in a social media post Friday that a vehicle crash on Piney Forest Road has caused a large outage for approximately 1,000 customers in the northern area of the city. Officials say that crews are arriving to evaluate the damaged pole and determine how long repairs will take. 10 News will continue to update this story with information as it becomes available.

On June 10, 1963, when myriads of peaceful protesters descended on the streets of Danville, they didn’t know they were walking in the footsteps of history and paving the way for equality.

Euthanasia records for around 1,800 animals at the Danville Area Humane Society may have been filled out incorrectly, according to a five-page hearing notice from the Virginia Board of Pharmacy outlining several allegations against the shelter. Shelter director Paulette Dean says the mistake was minor, has since been corrected, and had no effect on the animals’ wellbeing.

The Danville Area Humane Society (DAHS) announced Sunday that they had been fined $500 by the Virginia Board of Pharmacy over what the shelter calls “record-keeping deficiencies.” According to a statement posted by the shelter, the “deficiencies” took place between 2023 and 2024.

Danville clothing store co-owners are picking up the pieces after a break-in left the business with thousands of dollars in losses.

Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas’ Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton’s.

Netflix’s “Love on the Spectrum” is on the hunt for new cast members in Danville for its next season, and you could be a part of the story!

"It gets no sweeter than hopping into AAU for your first year and being able to hop into a major circuit," said head coach Reginald Jeffries.

Today will be another hot one with temperatures in the 90s. Taking a look at yesterday’s records, we have actually broken or tied a few!

The Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (RIFA) will vote on a Local Performance Agreement (LPA) for the Stack Infrastructure project set to be built in the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.

Gas prices continue to increase nationwide and across the Commonwealth, with millions of Americans feeling the pain at the pump.

Calls for reform at the Danville Area Humane Society are continuing after the euthanasia of a dog named Eve sparked backlash from activists, lawmakers and community members.

The Danville Fire Department announced that one person was found deceased and another had been displaced after a house fire Tuesday morning.

Two people were arrested after a man was killed in Danville this week, Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office said.

The euthanization of a dog named Eve by the Danville Area Humane Society is drawing criticism and renewed scrutiny of the shelter’s policies after the Lynchburg Humane Society said it was never contacted before the dog was put down.

Danville leaders have taken another step toward expanding economic development, unanimously voting to amend the city’s zoning code to allow data centers within city limits.

The Danville Regional Airport is about a year away from completing an $11 million expansion project aimed at boosting aviation training and workforce development, with airport leaders saying the effort could eventually position the airport for commercial air service.

Danville’s new Riverfront Park opened this Friday. Complete with a playground, waterfront views and open space, the park officially opened its doors to the public, drawing families, students and community members eager to see what years of planning had produced.

The Danville Transit building is scheduled to close on Friday, May 1, due to a planned water outage, according to officials. However, buses will still stop at this location as usual.

Danville officials announced Tuesday that Spring Street between North Market Street and North Union Street will be closed beginning Wednesday for approximately seven weeks.

If you have a lack of May flowers, the lack of April showers could be the culprit.

God’s Storehouse is giving you a chance to help families in need without having to leave your home.

A new report by American Rivers ranks the Dan River as the eighth most endangered river in the United States, citing concerns over proposed development and energy infrastructure projects in the region.

Officials announced Wednesday that Nick Jonas would be coming to Caesar’s Virginia in Danville on June 11 as part of a special run of performances titled “A Night with Nick.”

Southside Virginia has seen a record level of economic investment over the past year, driven largely by development at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.

One person is dead and four others are injured after a late-night shooting in Danville.

The man charged with setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire has changed his plea to guilty on all three charges.

Changes are on the way for parking in the City of Danville.

The Danville Police Department announced Monday that it is investigating a traffic crash that resulted in a fatality.

Danville leaders are studying the feasibility of data centers being built within city limits after being approached by multiple companies interested in building facilities in the area, according to a city memo obtained by 10 News.

On Saturday morning, April 11, Bridge Street will be closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to around noon, due to the 17th Annual Bridge2Bridge race.

A look back in the WSLS archives as we go back to April of 1966, when a six-year-old Danville girl was following in her mother’s footsteps all the way to the crown.

Danville City Sheriff Michael S. Mondul told 10 News that at this time, Shotsie Michael Buck-Hayes is expected to plead guilty on Thursday.

A Sovah Health veteran nurse in Danville has received one of the nation’s top honors.

Danville Public Schools is shining a spotlight on the dedicated Education Support Personnel who help shape student lives and set them up for success.

City leaders launched a major revitalization initiative in Danville’s North Main district Wednesday, marking the beginning of an ambitious restoration project largely funded by casino revenue.

Danville city leaders are considering a preliminary budget that would raise utility bills for residents while boosting funding for schools and using millions of dollars in casino revenue to support city priorities.

Southern Virginia could see a population surge in the coming years as thousands of new jobs are expected in Danville and Pittsylvania County, raising questions about whether the region’s housing supply and infrastructure can keep pace with the growth.

The Danville Police Department and Pittsylvania County Police Department announced Tuesday that it had arrested two individuals and charged them with murder in connection to a missing persons case.

Crime in Danville fell to its lowest level in four decades in 2025, according to preliminary statistics released by the city’s police department, continuing a six-year trend of declining crime.

A new smartphone app connected to Danville’s emergency response system aims to help cardiac arrest victims receive lifesaving CPR faster by alerting nearby volunteers.

The Danville Fire Department announced Tuesday the launch of PulsePoint Respond in the City of Danville in partnership with the Danville Emergency Communications Center.

On Friday, the Danville Department of Social Services warned residents of ongoing text scams regarding SNAP benefits.

The Danville Police Department is searching for a 19-year-old boy who has a condition that may require medical attention.

Danville Officials announced Monday that a former staff member at the W.W. Moore, Jr. Juvenile Detention Home had been indicted and arrested on multiple charges after officials say she engaged in a non-forcible contact with a 15-year-old boy who was in custody.

Residents in Danville no longer need rely on bottled water Saturday now that a boil water advisory that disrupted daily life across the city was lifted.

Danville City officials say the first round of water samples was clean. A second round will be collected Friday, with results expected Saturday morning.

A Pittsylvania County deputy was injured after his car ran off the roadway during an attempt to stop a violator, Virginia State Police said.

Residents of the Flint-Pearl neighborhood in Danville say their once peaceful community has transformed into a hub of police activity, with concerns ranging from open drug use to trespassing.

Feelin’ lucky? Caesars Virginia is set to host its first-ever World Series of Poker Circuit stop for anyone with an ace up their sleeve.

Virginia State Police is investigating a Pittsylvania County crash that claimed the life of a 33-year-old woman.

Danville Mayor Alonzo Jones announced that he had selected three finalists and one alternate finalist for the vacant City Council seat during Tuesday night’s meeting.

Danville may soon have millions of additional dollars to spend from casino revenue — far more than city leaders originally projected.

Danville Police Department is calling attention to many ongoing missing person cases for Missing Persons Awareness Day.

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol announced Friday that a state trooper located a missing Danville woman who was found stranded during the winter storms.

As a second round of winter weather approaches the region, Danville emergency services and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are adapting their strategies to handle the challenging conditions.

As temperatures plummet, the Danville Area Humane Society is working to rescue animals from dangerous winter conditions, with shelter officials urging the public to report strays before severe weather hits.

God’s Pit Crew volunteers departed from their Danville headquarters Wednesday morning to assist residents in Tippah County, Mississippi, where a deadly winter storm has left widespread damage.

The Danville Fire Department announced Tuesday that residents were displaced following a house fire Tuesday.

Road conditions across Danville are steadily improving after a winter storm moved through the area over the weekend, though some neighborhood streets remain difficult to travel.

As winter weather approaches, officials are urging residents to stay off roads this weekend while emergency crews prepare for potential hazards ranging from icy roads to power outages.

As this weekend's winter storm makes its way to Southwest Virginia, we are tracking multiple types of wintry precipitation. Learn about how difference types are precipitation are formed and how it affects a forecast!

Coffee lovers, rejoice! A ribbon-cutting ceremony is taking place on Wednesday to celebrate the opening of a new 7 Brew in Danville.

The Rho Iota Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity celebrated local athletic excellence while investing in future generations during their 26th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast Monday morning.

In the summer of 1963, as racial tensions reached a crescendo across America, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made a series of pivotal visits to Danville that would leave an indelible mark on the city’s civil rights movement.

The Danville Area Humane Society is expanding its resources to address animal neglect and abandonment, while facing ongoing scrutiny over its euthanasia practices.

Infinity Global, a packaging supply company, is expanding its operations in Danville with a $34 million investment that will create 150 new jobs.

No injuries were reported following a fire at the Astoria Hotel in Danville Thursday morning.

A smoke advisory has been issued for the northern portion of Danville on Tuesday.

A Danville grand jury has indicted 35 year-old Florin Doroiman after a card skimming device was found at a local Walmart, highlighting a growing threat across Virginia.

Danville Public Schools announced Tuesday that Ty’Quan Graves would serve as chair and Kacey Cunningham would serve as vice chair of the Danville Public School Board for 2026 after a reorganization Tuesday.

A man was indicted on 62 counts of credit card theft by a Danville Grand Jury on Monday, Danville Police Department said.

Sovah Health in Danville welcomed its first bundle of joy for 2026 on Jan. 1 at 2:49 a.m.

The Danville Fire Marshal’s office investigated and determined the fire was caused by unattended cooking.

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.

Danville Officials said that two residents were displaced and one was treated for burns they received following a house fire in Danville.

Danville Public Schools unveiled a $50 million renovation project that transforms a historic African American high school into a modern alternative learning facility, combining educational innovation with community heritage.

The new School Performance and Support Framework evaluates schools on student mastery, growth, readiness and graduation rates using multiple measures beyond standardized tests.

A Weather Authority Alert Day has been issued for Sunday and Monday for dangerous wind chills that will enter the area following an arctic front.

Volunteers are needed to help the Salvation Army sort presents for around 1,000 children.

The Halifax County Sheriff’s Office announced that it had arrested suspects after an attempted carjacking incident Wednesday.

Danville Utilities will temporarily shut off water Thursday morning for residents in the Memorial Drive area, including parts of Bishop Road and Oak Ridge Avenue.

The Danville Adult Detention Center celebrated its largest graduating class Tuesday from their “Incarceration Doesn’t Define Us” program, an eight-week course designed to prepare inmates for reentry into society.

A judge has ruled that Shotsie Michael Buck-Hayes, accused of setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire in July, is mentally competent to stand trial.

10 News’s Weather Authority update: Snow showers are tapering off across Southwest and Central Virginia, but a bitter cold night is expected with the risk of slick roads. Find out how long the chill will last and what to expect in the days ahead.

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

10 News has teamed up once again with the Salvation Army to help with their Angel Tree program! Many WSLS employees have already adopted several children’s wishlists.

We sat down with Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler following a July attack that left much of his body severely burned. We showed you part one of that conversation on Thursday, but there was more to be said.

Danville Police are asking for your help to make the holidays extra special for local kids. The department’s annual toy drive is called Santa’s Blue Elves, and for years, it has ensured hundreds of local children receive a present to open Christmas morning. They are hosting toy drives on Thursday and Friday. Thursday’s drive runs until 6 p.m. at the Target on Holt Garrison Parkway, and Friday’s will run from 4-6 p.m. at the Walmart on Mount Cross Road. You can also donate at the department’s headquarters at One Community Way through Dec. 18. Toys must be in new condition in their original packaging with original tags.

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.

Danville will soon have a new spot to grab a cup of joe.

Cavaliers win first region title since 1993.

The G.W. Danville Eagles showed strength in their 41-21 win over Sherando tonight.

Magna Vista, the top seed in 3D, has been a tough team to beat all year.

Danville marked a significant milestone Thursday as it hosted the VA1 Governor’s Tourism Summit for the first time at Caesar’s Casino, showcasing the city’s emergence as Virginia’s fastest-growing tourism destination.

The Danville Police Department announced Thursday that it was seeking the identities of multiple individuals who may have information about damage to property at Angler’s Park.

G.W. Danville outlasted Magna Vista last week in one of the most intense games of the year.

23 fawns were killed when two dogs broke into an enclosure at Ringgold Wildlife Rescue, sparking controversy and devastating the facility’s owner.

Danville officials are taking steps to establish a North Main Business District as part of the city’s first zoning code update in two decades, aiming to attract new businesses while preserving historic architecture.

Danville Public Schools has announced its district Teacher of the Year.