Roanoke City schools are celebrating an exciting future. Their new administration building, the Booker T. Washington Community Empowerment and Education Center, will officially open in July.

Provisional ballot count shows Joe Cobb with a small lead for Roanoke Mayor.

Roanoke City firefighters are investigating the cause of a fire that destroyed a building in the 1800 block of Blue Hills Circle Northeast.

In Roanoke's mayoral race, David Bowers claims victory with a 19-vote lead over Joe Cobb, who awaits the counting of provisional and absentee ballots before conceding.

Nick Hagen will be first Republican on Roanoke City Council since 2000.

The winning candidate in the race for Roanoke City Mayor is separated by 19 votes.

Vice-Mayor Joe Cobb discussed his campaign for the Roanoke City mayoral race Saturday

Roanoke College released its poll for the upcoming races in the Star City Wednesday.

Roanoke College has released its poll for the upcoming races in the Star City.

Roanoke City Police Chief Scott Booth took questions from the community Monday afternoon.

Former Mayor David Bowers discussed his campaign for the Roanoke City mayoral race Sunday

Efforts are underway to support businesses in tax compliance

The Virginia Community College System had leaders in the Skilled Trades come together early Tuesday.

Roanoke City is brewing up something special in a part of Southwest.

Roanoke City’s faith community is coming together to put an end to gun violence. The first public event for the new group “Roanoke Justice Ministries” was held on Sunday.

Stephanie Moon-Reynolds joins us to discuss her Roanoke City mayoral campaign.

Candidates discuss Roanoke’s future at forum

If you’re in the dark Friday afternoon, you’re not alone!

Emergency leaders say that the National Guard has staged two helicopters in Roanoke ready to respond as Helene is in our area.

Roanoke City prepares for Hurricane Helene with swift water rescue teams, advanced stormwater monitoring, and coordinated emergency management efforts, urging residents to stay home and stay safe.

Officers who shot and killed a man in Roanoke this June have been officially cleared.

Local police departments are using new tools to help them find criminals.

The Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts are telling people to roll in, roll up and roll out.

Pedro Szalay's Dance Español program enriches Roanoke fourth graders by combining dance education with Spanish language lessons.

Friday marks the start of a busy election season, as early voting began across Virginia.

A Roanoke City School teacher was arrested on Wednesday following an online undercover chat operation that the Investigations Division of the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office conducted with whom they suspected to be a sexual predator.

A recent increase in rabies cases in the Roanoke Valley has local veterinarians and health officials on high alert.

Early voting in Roanoke City starts Friday, allowing residents to vote without needing an excuse, aiming to reduce election day lines and increase convenience.

We are just a couple of weeks away from the Roanoke Chamber of Commerce’s Mayoral Candidate Forum which is taking place on Tuesday, Oct. 1.

A Roanoke City man has been arrested and charged with three felonies after what the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is calling a “consensual encounter” at a business in the Boones Mill area.

A hot-button issue that could provide more housing is back in the spotlight.

Kai Lansana was sentenced to life in prison in Roanoke City Circuit Court today stemming from his involvement in the murder of 24-year-old Salonya Evans in Roanoke in 2019, according to RPD.

The Meals on Wheels program is facing cuts as pandemic-related federal funding ends on Sept. 30.

A juvenile was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after sprinting into a roadway and getting hit by a vehicle, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Drug addiction is a continuing problem across the nation and in our area, but Roanoke has seen some progress.

Today a Roanoke City tattoo shop is offering flash tattoos of pets and giving a large portion of the proceeds to the Roanoke Valley SPCA.

A love for our pets is permanent, but how about putting it in ink? And to make it better helping out local shelter pets.

Council members heard the proposal to address overcrowding during a joint meeting with the Roanoke City School Board. Leaders will spend the next few months studying the issue further.

Strong storms left thousands without power. Crews worked into the evening to restore power.

A health alert has been issued by Roanoke City and Alleghany Health districts notifying residents that a rabid raccoon has been found near Main Street in the Glen Wilton area of Northern Botetourt County, we’re told.

Roanoke families faced significant transportation issues on the first day of school, with late buses and unreliable app updates causing confusion and concern.

Educators are finding a lot to be happy about with the latest Virginia SOL or Standards of Learning exam scores. The test scores are up, and the rate of absenteeism is down, according to Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office.

Roanoke City Public Schools students are kicking off their first week of school, and the new year is bringing new changes.

Roanoke City Schools are making sure their students are heading into the classroom with everything they need to succeed.

Roanoke City schools are addressing the challenges faced by over 600 homeless students by providing essential support and stability.

A local mortgage company is pitching in to help Roanoke City Schools.

After dealing with flooding, fallen trees and power outages, the Debby downpour is now over.

The Star City is using grants from FEMA to acquire and demolish properties in areas prone to flooding.

National Night Out will be taking place across the country on Tuesday.

The city is committing to zero traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2035.

It’s back to school here at WSLS! And with back to school comes the cute back-to-school pictures we all know and love: Backpacks and smiles waiting for the bus. But did you know some back-to-school pictures can put your child’s privacy at risk?

It’s the last day to donate school supplies to students in need during our Load the Bus Event.

VIrginia Western offered up to two free week long camps per student to rising 10-11-12th graders in Roanoke City schools.

WSLS is partnering with Roanoke City, Salem City, Roanoke County, and Craig County Public Schools for Walmart’s Load the Bus program during tax-free weekend.

A man is behind bars after investigators say he set several fires downtown, damaging three vehicles.

If you’ve noticed deer in your yard eating all of your favorite plants and flowers, you’re not alone. Roanoke City said it’s received several complaints from residents already this year.

Many lawmakers have called on President Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. However, what would happen if he drops out?

Roanoke County’s 911 system is now back up and running, according to county officials.

Governor Youngkin's executive order to create cell phone and social media-free schools has sparked widespread debate among parents, educators, and officials over balancing technology use and distraction-free learning environments.

One of the first Black-owned medical practices in Southwest Virginia is being recognized.

First responders are warning people from setting off their own fireworks on the Fourth of July.

Roanoke City is offering a range of free family activities this summer, including the Freedom Festival and daily pop-up recreation at Washington Park.

Follow these tips to avoid any foodborne illnesses at your holiday party.

The Roanoke Economic Development Authority has given $225,000 of its funds to the Roanoke Workforce Housing Development Fund to increase the availability of affordable housing.

10 News spoke to Roanoke City Police about panhandling concerns in the region.

Turning your guns into meals: that’s the idea behind a gun buyback event in Roanoke.

If you got stopped by law enforcement, usually you’re a little concerned.

It’s Primary Day here in Virginia. If you’re planning on casting your vote, there are a few local and statewide races that you need to know about.

Preparations are already underway for the Star City’s Fourth of July celebration.

The June primaries are here, and if you plan on voting early you only have until Saturday, June 15, to cast your ballot.

Thousands of people are still without power Tuesday morning after severe weather swept through the state.

It's been four years since a local teen's tragic death.

City Manager Bob Cowell is just one of several city leaders leaving their positions.

10 News is following up on the resignation of Roanoke City Manager Bob Cowell.

Roanoke’s sister city from Wonju, South Korea, is paying the Star City a visit.

Virginia’s primaries are right around the corner on June 18. If you don’t know who is seeking reelection or running, 10 News is working for you with everything you need to know.

The AI units can screen up to 3,600 people per hour, providing faster threat detection compared to metal detectors.

Giving students a chance to graduate with a diploma and a resume — that’s the goal of Roanoke City’s new Charles W. Day Technical Education Center, also called DAYTEC.

10 News is digging deeper into what led to the arrest of a Roanoke City teacher charged with possession of child pornography.

Doctors with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital said they see more than 1,000 people each year who have suffered from strokes.

Roanoke City is expected to receive about $2.5 million from HUD this year and it will use it on services such as homeless prevention, housing development and job training.

Sabrina's Place is one of the many programs run by Total Action for Progress, which relies primarily on donations and grants.

Parents are taking to social media with their concerns over proposed schedule changes in Roanoke City.

A crash on VA-24 near 19th Street Southeast in Roanoke City is causing delays, according to VDOT.

The popular Wasena Bridge will be closed for 2 years as it undergoes a major replacement project.

In a new University of Virginia study, researchers discovered that when men lose their Y chromosomes in certain cells that can lead to scarring, which may lead to heart failure.

A new task force is making a difference in the Roanoke Valley and keeping dangerous drugs off the street, including fentanyl.

Going to school six days a week can be rough, but that’s exactly what Roanoke City Public Schools is offering some of its students.

For just this week, if you need housing assistance, you can apply for the waitlist at the Villages at Lincoln Community in Roanoke City.

10 News is digging into how Roanoke City Public Schools tracks and reports data about school threats, violence and crime.

The F-2 tornado was part of a huge tornado outbreak on April 3-4, 1974.

While you’re taking your lunch break or grabbing dinner, be sure to check out the Sprint to find out what’s trending.

The organization is dedicated to helping children (K-5th grade) and their families through education and reading services.

A new report is shedding light on health in Virginia.

10 News sat down with Vice Mayor Joe Cobb to understand the city's position on school funding in the event of a surplus.

Former Roanoke City Mayor David Bowers is throwing his hat in the ring for the Star City’s top public office.

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.

Increasing pay for workers in the Star City is a big focus for Roanoke leaders in the upcoming fiscal year.

The school division says they'll continue to have conversations regarding the damaging effects of school threats.

The pressure was on during Tuesday night’s Roanoke City Council meeting on Evans Spring.