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Looking for a treasure hunt that’s full of surprises and big savings? A new shopping experience is turning heads in Roanoke, and it’s called Roanoke Treasure Bins. It’s the first of its kind in the area, and it’s quickly becoming a must-visit spot for savvy bargain hunters.
Christine Wright, Co-Founder of Four Truths Recovery, emphasizes the importance of honesty, support systems, and self-advocacy in navigating sobriety during the challenging period between Christmas and New Year’s.
While many families are unwrapping gifts and sharing festive meals, some are spending Christmas Day on the frontlines. First responders, like firefighters, sacrifice time with loved ones to ensure the safety of our communities. 10 News visited Station 3 in Roanoke to see how these dedicated individuals balance duty with holiday traditions.
A North Carolina man convicted of the 1996 murder of his ex-girlfriend in Roanoke and the murder of another man in Charlotte, North Carolina, had his death sentence commuted by President Biden on Monday.
Merry Christmas Eve to all who celebrate! As the holiday rush reaches its peak, grocery store workers are feeling the pressure from last-minute shoppers gathering last-minute ingredients for their holiday feasts.
It is Christmas Eve once again and with Christmas right around the corner many will be searching for last-minute gifts, or heading to grocery stores to get ingredients for Christmas dinner. We have compiled a comprehensive list of business hours in our area.
A local couple helps support the most needy this holiday by gifting bags filled with essential items like deodorant, soap, and hats to the RAM House.
Roanoke's local shops, like Chocolate Paper, offer unique, community-supporting gifts perfect for last-minute holiday shopping. Owner Melissa Mays joined 10 News Anchor Abbie Coleman in the studio Saturday to showcase what they have to offer.
The annual Elf On the Shelf adventure is back in Downtown Roanoke! You can pick up a ‘passport’ at a participating business, and get a stamp every time you find one of Santa’s magical helpers. Once complete, you turn it in for a chance to win $1,000.
Folks are loading up their cars and heading down the road to see family and friends for the holiday, but while on the roads, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Weather Authority's Jeff Haniewich provides the latest forecast for Roanoke Valley, covering rain and snow showers, weekend temperatures, and a sneak peek at the Christmas weather.
Multiple business burglaries were reported in Roanoke County on Thursday morning, and police are searching for a suspect, Roanoke County Police said.
Santa Claus made a memorable entrance in Roanoke today, trading his sleigh for some ropes and a little help from Roanoke Fire EMS. Along with his elves, Santa spread holiday cheer to children at Carilion Children’s Hospital, offering a much-needed break for families spending the holidays in the hospital.
In a significant move to aid the recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, Governor Glenn Youngkin is proposing a $127 million investment to establish a Disaster Assistance Fund.
Weather Authority provides your midweek weather outlook with details on rain showers, sunshine, and snow as forecasted by Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich.
Progress has been made in the Star City to ensure that prepared food and beverage taxes are collected and properly paid to the city.
Tuesday was the final day of packing for the Salvation Army Angel Tree Distribution. Wednesday families will begin picking up their donated items and special guests came in to help.
10 News wore purple Tuesday in a show of support for a respected colleague in local television, Mark Spain, who was recently diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. In a special Healthwatch, a local doctor explains what pancreatic cancer is and some of the risk factors and warning signs of this disease.
Our WSLS viewers wrote us about a family in need this holiday season. Thirty-eight-year-old veteran josh sims was a pillar of his community, church and a grandfather to be before his life was cut short.
A 15-year-old boy has been charged after he allegedly fired a shot in the men’s restroom of a restaurant in Roanoke.
Crews are making progress building a Home for Good in Southeast Roanoke as WSLS 10 is once again partnering with Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley.
A joint warrant operation conducted by the Roanoke Police Department (RPD) and the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) led to 79 arrests in Northwest Roanoke on December 3 and 4, 2024.
The I-81 Advisory Committee is meeting later today in Lexington to hear updates about the status on the more than 60 projects going up and down the corridor.
A grieving mother honors her son Isaac, who was tragically killed, by keeping his memory alive through Christmas traditions and seeking justice amidst ongoing court delays.
The holiday season can intensify feelings of grief for those who have lost loved ones, but strategies like embracing new traditions, seeking support, and honoring memories can help manage the pain.
The Community Christmas Store of the Roanoke Valley is back starting Thursday and will continue until Saturday at the Spartan Square Shopping Center for registered families.
Cats and coffee, what is better than that? A new Cat Cafe in Roanoke is finally open. The Toebean Cat Cafe held its grand opening Wednesday morning. They have two cat rooms featuring adoptable cats from our region.
This holiday season, the Roanoke Valley SPCA is reaching out to the community to ensure no shelter pet is left behind. The annual Home for the Holidays foster program is back but with a sense of urgency this year.
In addition to highlighting the need and the generosity of our community through stories we’ve brought you, WSLS 10 employees adopted Angel Tree tags for 15 local children. We had so much fun shopping for them!
Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke experienced a temporary lockdown Tuesday morning due to police activity on Avenel Avenue.
Next month, a state panel is expected to consider whether Carilion Clinic should move forward with a proposed kidney transplant program.
Night one of Dickens of a Christmas begins tonight with the highly anticipated annual tree lighting ceremony. The event is not only a festive tradition but also a significant boost for local businesses, driving sales and attracting visitors to downtown Roanoke.
