Thousands are without power in Central and Southwest Virginia following the strong winds that rolled through the region Wednesday night into Thursday.

A 30° drop in temperatures happens by tomorrow...

Isolated Showers Later Today...

The deadline to apply for assistance after Helene is quickly approaching; it’s December 12.

Southwest Virginia still struggles from the affects of the opioid epidemic, but one group in the New River Valley is ensuring to save lives and help the folks fighting addiction.

You know, better teams, better operations, better product, happier customers. Kelly Woolwine makes it sound simple. In fact his model is diagramed on the wall of his office at Evolution HR, the business he founded, bringing Human Resources needs to the market.

A fall-like day with gusty winds

Veterans were honored in ceremonies all across Southwest Virginia on Monday.

Skies clear all day long

Temperatures will run 15-20 degrees above average

Veterans Day is this Monday, and there are lots of events taking place in Southwest Virginia, starting with the Virginia Veterans Parade this Saturday, November 9, at 11 a.m. in Downtown Roanoke.

In Southwest Virginia, a quarter of people with a terminal illness is a veteran, a statistic that highlights the unique challenges many former service members face in their final days.

Where is all the rain?

Karen Baker has conceded to 7-term incumbent Morgan Griffith, who won his 8th term for the 9th district seat in the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday night.

Mild now, but temperatures warm up this week

Stay updated on Southwest and Central Virginia's weather with our latest forecast for a mild November and upcoming rain chances.

Incumbent Morgan Griffith (R) and Karen Baker (D) are vying for Virginia’s 9th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Getting close to 80 degrees...

Governor Glenn Youngkin paid a visit to Southwest Virginia today, he was in Wytheville for the 2024 Governor’s Summit on Rural Prosperity.

Temperatures approach the 80s for some the next couple of days

The Town of Pulaski was one of the hardest hit areas in our region for the opioid epidemic, but now leaders are taking the right steps to get them on the road to recovery.

Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to make a campaign stop at the Salem Civic Center this weekend, intensifying his efforts just days ahead of Election Day.

Halloween could feature temperatures near 80 degrees...

Cloud cover fades through the day as temperatures gently warm up

More help is on the way for farmers and others in the agricultural community in southwest Virginia devastated by Helene.

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

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

FEMA has it a new milestone when it comes to helping those who were impacted by Helene in our region.

Warmer-than-average temperatures stick around for the next couple of days.

If you’re looking for a job, head to the Roanoke Career Expo this afternoon from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Berglund Center.

Feeling like late Summer the next couple days

The spooky season is here and many of you are looking for fang-tastic festivities to get in the Halloween spirit.

The spooky season is here and many of you are looking for fang-tastic festivities to get in the Halloween spirit.

Southwest and Central Virginia will experience quiet weather with sunny conditions and above-average temperatures through the weekend into next week.

As we have settled into a dry pattern across the Commonwealth, with some portions of the viewing area in the moderate drought status, worsening drought conditions are at the forefront of many people’s minds, especially during fall fire season.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its U.S. Winter Outlook for the 2024-2025 season on Thursday.

The 70s return this weekend

High pressure brings warmer temps day by day

Southwest Virginia anticipates a clear and cool night as fall foliage reaches peak vibrancy and temperatures warm by the weekend.

Check out when peak colors will be here

The cold snap continues

Temperatures plummet this week

Here's the step-by-step process of how to apply for disaster assistance through FEMA.

Temperatures plummet this week

FEMA announced a Disaster Recovery Center will be opening at the New River Valley Fairgrounds in Dublin on Monday, Oct. 14.

Warming Up For The Weekend!

The Southwest Virginia Pride Fest is set to take place this Saturday in Salem with events for the whole family.

A big cool down is on the way!

Clear and Sunny Skies Continue Today!

Early voting is still taking place despite areas in Southwest Virginia hit hard by Helene.

Fair Weather Here While Milton Looms Toward Florida.

Several organizations are stepping up to help people in need from Helene including several groups in our backyard.

A man was arrested and one was injured after a shooting at a gas station in Franklin County, said Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

One more day of cloudy skies before fair weather arrives

Another day with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures

FEMA is offering assistance if you live in Giles, Grayson, Tazewell, Washington and Wythe Counties or Galax and you were impacted by Helene.

Turning mostly dry with hit and miss showers this afternoon

We will see isolated showers yet again today.

Hurricane Helene rocked Southwest Virginia hard leaving behind massive damage and flooding. 10 News is working for you covering recovery efforts all across our region.

Showers and storms build in this afternoon with the chance for flash flooding to unfold.

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

U-Haul is providing 30 days of free self-storage to those affected by Hurricane Helene at 34 locations across Virginia, including 11 stores in Southern Virginia.

The LFD announced that they had rescued three people from flood waters in Craig County Friday.

The Virginia Beach Swift Water Rescue Team is on standby to assist Southwest Virginia amidst Helene.

Severe weather will be impacting our area over the next two days, and many school districts are delaying arrival or closing altogether on Friday, Sept. 27.

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

The Henry County Fair is back on Wednesday bringing with it all you can think of like cotton candy, Ferris wheels and even concerts.

The Town of Vinton wants to build a new hotel to attract more people to its downtown area.

Some parts of Southwest Virginia are under a severe weather warning at the moment, which may result in quarter-sized hail, lightning, severe rain, and wind gusts up to 60 mph.

The official start to the fall season is just around the corner, with leaf peeping on many people’s minds.

Newly updated covid vaccines that protect against the current variant are now available in Southwest Virginia at CVS locations. WSLS 10 anchor and health reporter Rachel Lucas talked to expert about the vaccine while receiving her updated shot.

Isolated showers and storms continue, but changes are on the way!

Mild, muggy, and mostly cloudy with isolated rain today, but some big time changes are on the horizon.

Light to moderate tropical showers continue through the morning before the chance for heavier rain arrives Tuesday afternoon.

The tropics are still active, and we are right in the path of the next system.

The end of the month marks the end of extra, pandemic-related funding for families facing food insecurity.

Most of us see calm weather as we head into the weekend, but there are some changes ahead...

As Francine treks north, we start to see local impacts.

A noticeable increase in humidity will happen over the coming days thanks to a shift in the pattern

Almost 3,000 Americans lost their lives on 9/11 and Southwest Virginia is doing everything it can to honor the people who tragically lost their lives.

Francine could have an impact on our weather as we head into the weekend.

Cool mornings and seasonable afternoons this week.

Hundreds of people will soon flex their muscles in the first-ever Southwest Virginia Plane Pull.

A series of school threats across Southwest Virginia put districts on high alert.

Temperatures look to return to the 80s today before a weekend cool down.

Fall-like air continues across the region as astronomical fall begins in 17 days.

Pumpkin spice and sweater weather is here!

School’s back in session for Southwest Virginia schools, and as you’re busy getting your little ones out the door in the morning, it can be tempting to put everything in their backpacks. However, doctors are urging parents to think twice.

Summer is back! This means hot and humid air returns for the next several days with an increasing chances for showers and storms.

As your kids head back to school, the possibility of them getting sick increases, especially since Centra has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases.

In Southwest Virginia, NASCAR and moonshine are more than pastimes—they are central to the region’s spirited heritage. On Saturday, the community came together to celebrate both with a special event honoring NASCAR icon Curtis Turner and the launch of a new historic trail.

The first-ever Blue Ridge Games have been a hit, offering a variety of thrilling activities that highlight the unique beauty of Southwest Virginia.

The 469-mile scenic route, which winds through the Appalachian Mountains, crosses multiple Southwest Virginia towns

There are nine players from our coverage area suiting up for the Hokies this season.

Local football coaches are pushing for safety and education after two teenagers died from head injuries they received while playing football.

Hot and humid conditions will make it feel more than 100° outside on Wednesday & Thursday afternoon.

Summer is back! This means hot and humid air returns for the next several days with an increasing chances for showers and storms.

A new initiative will fund clean energy projects here in Southwest Virginia and across the country promising to add thousands of jobs.

Why have we been so cool the past couple of mornings? Well, there are a couple of reasons, but one is radiational cooling!

We break down why we're seeing this standout pattern in the peak of summer.