Isaac Light was brutally attacked while on a run with his girlfriend, Eliza Braby. Now, his mom Amy is pushing for self-defense training.

Vacation starts with Virginia’s Blue Ridge. That’s the new marketing campaign unveiled Thursday by Visit VBR.

Lord Botetourt girls coach Renee Favaro selected as Coach of the Year.

Carilion Clinic has opened registration for its annual summer camps, offering a variety of programs for children and teens.

After much anticipation, the new Appalachian Trail bridge over Route 311 at the McAfee Knob trailhead is officially opening.

The Virginia Department of Historic Resources just announced that nine historic sites have officially been designated as Virginia Landmarks.

The iconic Harlem Globetrotters will be hitting the hardwood in the Star City on Thursday at 7 p.m.

It is a chilly start to our Thursday, but conditions will be very nice to go for a stroll later in the morning.

If you’ve been out on Smith Mountain Lake, you may have seen the debris. Anything from fallen tree limbs to even trash.

The Cundiff Heating & Air Flashback Concert Series is set to bring back one of the best tribute acts to Roanoke. Rumors L.A. will return to Dr Pepper Park, delivering the ultimate Fleetwood Mac experience to the Roanoke Valley on Friday, July 25, 2025.

A craft and vendor show will be held at the Valley View Mall Savvy Events Pop Up store that will help benefit the family of Autumn Bushman.

The Bus Riders of Roanoke Advocacy Group (BRRAG) has launched its 2025 Sorriest Bus Stop Contest, where 16 nominated stops have been competing for the coveted title of “sorriest” throughout the month.

Valley Metro has introduced its first electric buses in the Roanoke Valley, marking a significant step toward sustainable public transportation.

The move to a 16-acre facility in Norwich will provide a permanent home and improved restoration capabilities for the Roanoke Chapter's historic railroad collection.

Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley dedicated two of its homes to Blue Ridge Independent Living Center in an effort to make homes affordable and accessible for people with disabilities.

Virginia Tech’s Clothesline Project is back, an opportunity to help people heal.

A red flag warning goes into effect at 11 a.m. this morning and will last until 8 p.m.

Mill Mountain Zoo is adding two new furry friends to its animal family.

Mill Mountain Zoo is adding two new furry friends to its animal family.

They will be at various parks throughout the city, hosting free events that include food trucks, yard games, sports activities, balloon making and even a bouncy house.

Discover the upcoming weather trends for Southwest Virginia, with a warming weekend and potential storms early next week.

The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon and Freedom First Down by Downtown Music Festival are just around the corner.

Two people are displaced after a house fire in Roanoke Tuesday. Crews were notified through a digital alert system, which is something that the Lexington Fire Department is hoping to put in place.

In a recent discussion with a counselor, it was emphasized that bullying doesn’t just impact individual families; it’s a community issue that requires collective action. Experts say much more needs to be done to shut down bullying before it leads to irreversible outcomes.

The season kicks off on May 29 and runs through August 28, 2025. Concerts will take place on Thursday evenings, with breaks scheduled for the week of July 3 and July 17.

Some of us will see rain on Tuesday! Find out more here!

A suspect is in custody Tuesday in connection to an alleged assault on a teenager who was out jogging Monday morning, according to RPD.

Spring is in the air, and so are the season’s tiniest travelers.

Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley is helping to make homes affordable and accessible for people with disabilities by dedicating two of its homes to Blue Ridge Independent Living Center.

After battling fierce flames for days, firefighters have gained the upper hand on the wildfires raging in Roanoke County. Two wildfires ignited over the weekend in Roanoke County, tearing through hundreds of acres and keeping fire crews working around the clock.

Governor Glenn Youngkin presenting an amended budget package today.

A man had to be removed from a tree in Roanoke, according to Roanoke City Police.

Stay updated with the latest changes in Southwest Virginia weather. Learn about incoming storms, temperature fluctuations, and wind forecasts.

A batch of puppies was dropped off at the Regional Center for Animal Care & Protection late on Sunday night, and the center is now asking for the owner to come forward.

Helene was a category 4 major hurricane with maximum winds of 140 mph.

Roanoke City’s recommended budget will be presented to the City Council later today, March 24, at 2 p.m. It will contain several items, from school to street maintenance funding.

Dozens gathered on Sunday to protest against the privatization of the United States Postal Service.

The Roanoke County Public School’s Backpack Run returned for its 12th year!

The Texas Hippie Coalition will be performing at the Dr. Pepper Park in Roanoke in October!

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a warning due to critical fire conditions today, March 23.

The top ABBA tribute band in the world will be performing at the Dr. Pepper Park in Roanoke in August!

Seasonable conditions this weekend

Roanoke's 8-game home win streak snapped.

Sunny skies and warm temperatures are expected today, while pollen levels remain high. Discover the spring weather forecast and vernal equinox highlights.

Flying can be stressful, but at the Roanoke Blacksburg Airport, there is a four-legged friend ready to help.

Jackson Dean will be performing at the Dr. Pepper Park in Roanoke in June!

Roanoke's bridal shops are facing potential economic challenges due to tariffs on Chinese materials, which could increase wedding dress prices and impact local businesses.

Transportation Security Administration officers at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport said they stopped a man who was attempting to bring a loaded handgun on board a plane on Thursday.

The Flames erased a 17 point deficit coming as close to one point.

Winter Snow Totals

Mild weather looks to return for Saturday and Sunday

The RPD is investigating a shooting that injured a man Thursday night.

The owner and director of Nomadic Paws Kitten Rescue are facing felony animal neglect charges after police discovered dozens of cats living in poor conditions inside a private residence. The scene on the 1400 block of Peters Creek Road Northwest revealed 47 cats, two of which were found dead, and seven were sent to an emergency veterinarian.

RPD is investigating a pedestrian crash after a vehicle hit and injured a 7-year-old boy Thursday afternoon.

Roanoke County is gearing up for the annual Backpack Run, organized by the Roanoke County Public Schools Education Foundation.

Members of the Roanoke Police Department’s Animal Warden Unit arrested the owner and the director of the non-profit “Nomadic Paws Kitten Rescue” for felony animal neglect after conducting a search warrant at a private residence operating as a shelter.

Charges are pending after a crash on Route 220 in Botetourt County claimed the life of a 44-year-old Roanoke man, according to Virginia State Police.

Spring Equinox! What Can We Expect?

If you’re recently engaged or getting married soon, you might want to check out the Roanoke Wedding Network’s Wedding Crawl  this Sunday, March 23.

The foster care crisis impacts thousands of children across Virginia. Children are removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect, through no fault of their own. The lack of stability can take a huge toll, but there are ways the community can help.

Stay updated with WSLS's latest weather forecast as spring kicks off with sunny skies, warming temperatures, and high pollen counts across Virginia.

Dr Pepper Park in Roanoke, Virginia, has announced that Easton Corbin will perform live on Friday, May 16, as part of the Northwest ACE Summer Concert Series.

We are tracking a really warm day with temperatures ranging from 10 to 20 degrees above average.

Botetourt County is now making it a little easier to find out everything you can do outdoors with its “Let’s Go BOCO” website.

Roanoke officials have revealed some results from the Gus W. Nicks road test in Vinton.

Christopher Bell and Clay Campbell join Brooke and Eric on Foul Check

Stay updated on the latest weather changes in Virginia with WSLS's meteorologist Jeff Hanowich.

Black history month may be over but the Roanoke community is not done honoring history.

Roanoke’s first Amazon facility has been operational since October, and today, we had the opportunity to see firsthand how your orders are processed from a click to your doorstep.

Say Goodbye To Winter, Spring Is Here!

70s Return As Spring Nears

Community members are fighting to preserve a piece of Roanoke’s black history.

Total Action for Progress is slated to hold its special Black History Celebration on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church in downtown Roanoke.

Amazon will be hosting a behind-the-scenes tour and ribbon cutting of its first facility in the Star City on Tuesday.

Stay updated with the latest weather forecast in Virginia with WSLS's meteorologist Jeff Haniewich. Enjoy sunny skies ahead and prepare for changing winds and possible showers.

The two-week lane reconfiguration test on Gus Nicks Boulevard has officially concluded, and as of today, traffic is back to normal. This change comes as a relief to many drivers and business owners who experienced frustration during the test period.

Roanoke Police Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred in Roanoke on Sunday evening.

Multiple public schools in Roanoke City are closing early due to power outages that do not have an estimated restoration time.

Did Something Inhibit Weekend Severe Weather?

Conditions this week will be much quieter.

TAP is continuing Black History in March by hosting a ceremony at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, at St. John’s Episcopal Church.

Chase Rice will be performing at the Dr. Pepper Park in Roanoke in August!

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, which means that the Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day and Shamrock Festival rocked Downtown Roanoke.

A nearly century-old building in Roanoke, known to many as the former main office of Roanoke City Public Schools, is set to undergo a major transformation. The site, however, holds deeper significance for the community as it originally served as an all-Black high school built in 1928. Roanoke City Public Schools held a ceremony Friday to commemorate its historical importance and celebrate its future as a Community Empowerment Center.

The Maroons were in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1996.

A month after the historic Poage Farm was demolished, some of the logs from the property have found a new home.

Authentic Mexican cooking is coming to Roanoke. Food truck “Birrireria La Vaca” is opening their first brick and mortar in old southwest.

Elmwood Park is saying goodbye to their Magnolia Trees. They have been at the park for about 10 years, but they have been suffering from disease.

Roanoke businesses, like Martin's Downtown and Six and Sky, are preparing for a bustling Saint Patrick’s Day celebration despite concerns about severe weather potentially impacting the events.

The city of Roanoke invests nearly $340,000 each year to support local arts and culture, and one of the premier venues for experiencing this investment is Mill Mountain Theatre.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month.

The spotlight is on Roanoke City Public Schools as the district potentially faces millions of dollars in budget cuts.

Hidden Valley High School Teacher Matt Neale is receiving praise after becoming a recipient of the Virginia Teacher of the Year Award for Region 6.

Roanoke police held their coffee with a cop event in Downtown Roanoke today.

The Roanoke Health Hub will serve as a centralized resource for pregnant and postpartum individuals, offering critical services such as perinatal care coordination, doula and lactation support, mental health social support services, peer support groups, crisis diaper bank programming, and strong partnerships/connections to essential community-based resources. The hub is designed to bridge the gap in maternal health disparities by ensuring that all families—especially those facing systemic barriers—have access to high-quality, community-centered care.

The potential for severe weather over the next couple of days is growing across the country.

Significant changes are coming to 419 from Grandin Road Extension to Brambleton Avenue, a busy area with homes, businesses, and about 26,000 cars going through there every day.

Keeping Warm, But Showers/Storms Are On The Way

The popular convenience store and gas station chain Wawa announced that it would be hosting a Community Partnership Event to officially introduce itself to the Roanoke Community and share more details about its first wave of “Westward Virginia Expansion” on Tuesday, April 1.

Grab your paddles and hit the courts. Carilion Wellness Roanoke unveiled new pickleball courts at the location in Cave Spring on Wednesday.