Second trial underway for Roanoke man accused of murder in deadly 2023 downtown assault
A Roanoke man accused of second-degree murder in connection with a deadly assault in July 2023 is on trial for a second time after a mistrial was previously declared.
Roanoke businesses looking to fill jobs at Wednesdayโs hiring fair
Fifteen Downtown Roanoke businesses want to hire you at a hiring fair thatโll be held on Wednesday from 3-6 p.m. at the City Market Building on the Mezzanines.
Thousands race through the Star City for the Blue Ridge Marathon
Excitement and nerves were pumping through downtown Roanoke as nearly 3,000 runners laced up their shoes and took off for the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon.
Roanoke man enters plea, sentenced after 2023 deadly downtown shooting
A man has been sentenced in connection with a shooting in Downtown Roanoke that left one dead and two others hospitalized in 2023, according to the Roanoke City Commonwealthโs Attorneyโs Office.
Homeless again: Roanoke City resident shares story after being displaced by fire
A deadly fire that ripped through a Southwest Roanoke home killed one man and left ten people homeless. Some of the tenants were experiencing homelessness not too long ago.
Roanoke group hosts rally to show support for Ukraine two years since Russians invasion
The group, Ukrainians of the Roanoke Valley and Surrounding Areas will host a rally to show support for the country this Saturday.
Event organizers call Roanoke Restaurant Week another success
Itโs been another successful Restaurant Week in Downtown Roanoke, as event organizers said the most restaurants ever participated โ over 30 had deals to attract crowds.
Roanoke mayor details his biggest decisions, hurdles, and accomplishments during 20-year tenure
10 News is working for you to highlight some of the biggest decisions and hurdles Mayor Lea has had to face during his 20-year tenure working for the city.
Roanoke Valleyโs largest Christmas celebration, Dickens of a Christmas, kicks off
Roanoke Valleyโs largest Christmas celebration, Dickens of a Christmas, kicked off on Friday night with a Christmas tree lighting.
CHOOSE YOUR VIEW: See the 2023 Downtown Roanoke Veterans Day parade from all angles
WSLS will stream the Virginiaโs Veterans Parade when it begins, so bookmark this page for easy access on Saturday.
Roanoke Police hear community concerns during downtown forum
Roanoke Police and city staff hosted a community forum on Wednesday evening in Downtown Roanoke for community members to express their concerns about happenings in the city.
Friends of Downtown Roanoke assault victim speak out after man charged
A month after a man was killed in a Downtown Roanoke assault, the suspect has been arrested and charged. Now, the victimโs friends are sharing what they think of the new development in the case.
Bear cub euthanized after being rescued from tree in Roanokeโs Market Square
A bear cub that was rescued from a tree in downtown Roanoke on Monday night has been euthanized, according to the Virginia Dept. of Wildlife Resources.
Thousands of athletes flooding to the Roanoke Valley this weekend for the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN race
Thousands of athletes from all over the world are coming to the Roanoke Valley for the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 Virginiaโs Blue Ridge Triathlon.
โThis is about life or death. People are dyingโ: Roanoke leaders react to downtown shooting
10 News spoke with the Mayor and a Roanoke native, both working to prevent gun violence in the Star City. They both say more needs to be done.
26-year-old Roanoke man charged after deadly downtown shooting
One person died and two others were hospitalized following a shooting on Campbell Avenue SE in Roanoke early Sunday, according to the Roanoke Police Department.
Get ready to have a Shamrockinโ good time in downtown Roanoke
It is going to be a busy weekend in downtown Roanoke for the return of the St. Patrickโs Day parade and Shamrock Festival. So, put on your green and enjoy the fun.
Roanokeโs Local Colors Festival now accepting participant applications
The 32nd Annual Local Colors Festival is quickly approaching, and officials are now accepting participant applications, according to a news release.
Roanoke City Council approves resolution for name change of Poff Federal Building
Roanoke City Council unanimously approved a resolution to support federal legislation to change the name of the Richard H. Poff Federal Building to the Reuben E. Lawson building.
Corned Beef & Co: Cursed or coincidence? The stories surrounding its โhauntedโ painting
Corned Beef & Co. is one of the most popular spots in Downtown Roanoke, but some might not know about the spooky things that happen after dark.
115-year-old Fire Station set to be the new home of three local businesses in downtown Roanoke
115 year old Fire Station is set to be the new home of three local businesses in Downtown Roanoke
Roanokeโs Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area ends sooner than anticipated
Downtown officials had originally planned to keep the area open through Sept. 25, but effective on Wednesday, Sept. 7, DORA ended.
Downtown Roanoke businesses see more foot traffic from Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area
The area, also known as โDORAโ allows people to walk outside with alcoholic drinks from bars and restaurants.
Amtrak adds additional round-trip service between Roanoke and Washington D.C.
A much-anticipated train rolled into Downtown Roanoke from Washington D.C. on Monday and was greeted by city leaders and residents โ The arrival marked a new chapter of transportation to and from Roanoke.