For the first time ever, we had a dozen kids who had been on 30 Days of Hope in previous years.

“I’m just really looking forward to getting adopted by a family.”

Marie wants what every kid does -- stability, love and someone to lean on.

“Belonging to me probably looks like being able to settle down in one place, being able to feel comfortable.”

17-year-old Kay loves science, playing basketball and cooking with family

A teen who has expressed that he wants nothing more than “a family to go home to.”

“My number one priority is to get adopted and to stay in one place.”

The teen is looking forward to finding a family to call her own.

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“What I hope for in a family is support, love and just have a good connection”

Less than a year after moving in, Kaylee was officially adopted in October.

He is eager to be involved with a family who is active and busy.

“She loves giving hugs and she loves being in that family context.”

Michael describes his ideal family as one that enjoys being outside and doing projects.

The 12-year-old has a contagious laugh and loves to sing.

Stay informed with the latest weather forecast including upcoming snow showers and frigid temperatures in the New River Valley and Highlands.

A 7-year-old who loves trucks, monster trucks, coloring, and the color red.

He’s looking for a family to have fun with him.

Crisis in Virginia as parents seek ‘relief of custody’. 10 News investigates as a group is working to find solutions.

Leyem loves to laugh. He also wants to be part of a forever family.

15-year-old Maddie wants to find a family who will love her and stick by her.

The 10-year-old wants routine things in a family like family dinners and going to school regularly.

He would love to stay busy with a family and loves any games that involve strategy.

Mentors and kids in foster care build trust, heal trauma along riverbank.

DePaul Community Resources is getting money to help keep children out of foster care.

When he grows up he wants to be a therapist so he can help people and support children in foster care.

The 14-year-old likes basketball, running, outdoor activities, and playing card games.

Weather Authority's Jeff Haniewich provides the latest weather updates as the region prepares for a wet and cool Thursday, followed by a sunny weekend.

He wants a family that will protect him and give him love.

The teen loves God, cooking, and being outside. “Family means everything to me,” he said.

When it comes to a family, Josh says he would like, “A nice family who (will) take me in, to adopt me and keep me, and makes sure I’m safe.”

The 14-year-old would love a family with a dog or a family where they can adopt a dog.

Bentley is always making others laugh. This 13-year-old is outgoing and smart.

The 13-year-old loves being outside and football.

Savannah likes being outside, going on walks and hikes in parks and through the woods.

Toni has a bubbly personality and loves to sing and dance.

The teen wants to be a foster mom or doctor when she grows up.

A little girl who is affectionate, loving and wants a family to call her own.

We told you about Kate last year during 30 Days of Hope and this year, she’s still looking for a family.

Kyle loves being outside so much, he wishes the sun would never go down.

“He tells me all the time, he just wants to be labeled as a normal kid, not a foster kid.”

Roanoke City, Lynchburg and Roanoke County are some of the top 10 areas with the most children in foster care

Another late Summer-like afternoon, but cooler temps are on the way!

Weather Authority reports ongoing freeze warnings and frost advisories. Plan accordingly for chilly temperatures and sunny weekend outlook.

Check out when peak colors will be here

Cost, marital status and more answered.

A comprehensive high-tech camera system uses facial and license plate recognition to enhance security and ensure student safety.

Many people don’t know there are trials going on right now for a breast cancer vaccine.

If you want to help people impacted by Helene, WSLS 10 News has compiled this list.

Due to the threat of inclement weather, several events and football games have been postponed.

The Power of Pink luncheon is coming up and you have until Friday to get your tickets.

Discussions will center on Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s executive order to restrict the use of cell phones in public schools.

The service is free for students, and paid for by the school system

Here's a collection of locations you may want to visit for this year's Blue Ridge Games!

Running list of how local school systems are responding to the Virginia Governor’s executive order about cell phone-free education

Over the 2023-2024 school year, the Alleghany Highlands Public School Division has made significant progress in curbing chronic absenteeism in its elementary schools.

Summer vacation is winding down, and parents across the region are getting their kids ready for the new year.

If you’re still looking for 4th of July plans for the fam, don’t worry - we’re here to help you out.

Papua New Guinea’s prime minister has visited the site of a major landslide that is estimated to have buried hundreds of villagers in the South Pacific island nation’s mountainous interior a week ago.

Traumatized survivors of Papua New Guinea’s massive landslide are hesitating to move to safer ground as the South Pacific island nation’s authorities prepare to use heavy machinery to clear debris and risk triggering another landslide.

Authorities in Papua New Guinea are searching for safer ground to relocate thousands of survivors at risk from a potential second landslide in the South Pacific country's highlands, while the arrival of heavy earth-moving equipment at the disaster site where hundreds are buried has been delayed.

The International Organization for Migration has increased its estimate of the death toll from a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea to more than 670.

Alleghany Highlands Public Schools has released a new survey for parents about school attendance practices in an effort to help students come to school on a more consistent basis.

For the first time, the Virginia Department of Education is releasing Parent Reports to help you better understand your child’s progress this school year.

Virginia State Police hope to have a test run in the fall for speed enforcement cameras.

While storms will be hit-or-miss, they'll have the potential to turn strong Monday night

Our highest wind gusts reach 50 mph

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

WSLS 10 is working for you with team coverage all day long leading up to the eclipse.

There are fewer cases of colorectal cancer in Southwest Virginia, but more people are dying from it in our area.

Lots of sunshine out there Saturday! Great weather for the holiday weekend is ahead!

St. Patrick’s Day is this weekend, and if you’re feelin’ lucky, there are plenty of events happening across our region that’ll help you get your green on.

10 News is breaking down where speed enforcement cameras are catching drivers.

Super Tuesday, the day people cast their ballots for the Democrat or Republican candidates they want to see on the General Election ballots in November, is here.

A Maryland man is dead and four others are hurt after a crash early Monday morning in Bath County, according to Virginia State Police.

Sunday starts off cold, but brings lots of sunshine and warmth.

As more and more localities are using the technology, or talking about adding the technology, the Solutionaries team is working for you on if it’s really a solution to the speeding problem.

We're breaking down the best commercials of 2024.

February is Black History Month, and all month long, 10 News will be telling the stories and honoring the legacies of notable figures from our region.

February is Black History Month, and all month long, 10 News will be telling the stories and honoring the legacies of notable figures from our region.

Accumulations will be light and mostly confined to elevations above the 2,000 to 2,500 foot level

Heavy rain could lead to localized flooding Saturday afternoon into the night.

Wind chill lasts through the afternoon today. Over the next few days, temperatures warm up significantly.

Another round of snow followed by below freezing temperatures to close out the week

Council members voted unanimously to place town attorney Jared Jenkins on nonpaid administrative lead pending the outcome of a state bar hearing.

The first week of 2024 offers up a trio of storm systems for us to track

The bulk of accumulating snow Saturday will target our western-facing slopes.

Let’s take a look back at some of the top stories from 2023 across our region.

Partly cloudy skies today with above average warmth again.

All these kids had one wish - for a family to adopt them and love them.

Parts of the NRV and Highlands are slippery after scattered bursts of snow Monday night

A teen that loves card games and the outdoors but has a big hole to fill, wanting a mom and dad.

The state agency tasked with investigating complaints involving children in foster care is “very concerned” with the number of children born substance-exposed that die within six months of birth.

With some winter weather on the backside of this storm, roads may start to freeze over as the temperatures drop.

Finding a family is something the 10-year-old wishes for.

Jeobany said his ideal family would be active and enjoy exercising

“Throughout my whole history of life, I haven’t felt love, real love,” he said.

Social workers say having kids close is better for them and their families.

“A grown up is supposed to take care of you, help you, just be there for you.”

Keeping social workers is a challenge across Virginia. There’s a lot of turnover at many department of social services offices.