A copper theft at a Danville Utilities substation caused a widespread power outage on the Fourth of July, leaving residents without electricity as temperatures climbed above 100 degrees and prompting an ongoing police investigation.

The annual Roanoke River Floatilla to Starr Hilla saw dozens - if not hundreds - of people go down to the Roanoke River to float down the river en route to Starr Hill Brewing.

The Town of Christiansburg celebrated the Fourth of July on Saturday with a day of family-friendly festivities at Huckleberry Park, while also recognizing the nation’s 250th anniversary.

The Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest is marking the United States’ 250th birthday with chomp and circumstance.

Fireworks also remain hot even after they’ve been used. Keeping a hose or a bucket of cold water to let them soak in is a good way to prevent any fires from springing up

10 News spoke to a local pediatrician about signs of heat sickness in children and infants. Symptoms in infants will present differently. Fulton said babies experiencing heat exhaustion may develop cold, clammy skin, which should be a warning sign for parents.

With the holiday observed on Friday, July 3, many are wondering what will be open and what will be closed. Here’s what you need to know as you plan your weekend.

If you’re planning to celebrate the Fourth of July with some fireworks, it’s important to be very careful – especially if kids are going to be there too.

If you’re planning to grill for the Fourth of July or really any time this summer, it’s important to be careful of carcinogens.

If you plan on hitting the road for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, we have good news for you. Gas prices are still falling and have been for five weeks straight.

10 News spoke to a local pediatrician about fireworks safety and most common injuries doctors see around Independence Day.

As of Wednesday, July 1, the average price of regular gas per gallon in Virginia is $3.67, according to AAA.

Still in need of plans? No worries - we’ve got you covered! We’re working for you to break down all the Fourth of July festivities that’ll help you celebrate the USA with a bang.

As of Monday, June 29, the average price of regular gas per gallon in Virginia is $3.70, according to AAA.

With the Fourth of July just days away, families across Southwest Virginia are gearing up to hit the water. But before heading out, officials are urging boaters, swimmers and water sports enthusiasts to put safety first.

A Texas judge has ordered Camp Mystic to preserve damaged cabins and other parts of the grounds hit by last year’s catastrophic flood that swept away and killed 25 girls and two counselors.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is calling for an end to abortion coverage in the medical plans for veterans and their families.

Every year, fireworks set off a wave of frightened pets running away, but local shelters say the problem extends well beyond the Fourth of July.

Police are investigating multiple July Fourth shootings across the U.S. They include one in Indianapolis that left at least two dead and a police chief voicing public frustration over the latest acts of violence in his city.

Thousands flocked to the Vinton War Memorial to enjoy the annual 4th of July Celebration in Vinton

Whether you’re watching fireworks, grilling with friends, showing off your red, white, and blue or just enjoying the sunshine — we want to see how you celebrate the Fourth of July in Virginia!

The 14th annual Four on the 4th race, presented by Vinton Moose Lodge #1121, takes place today in the Town of Vinton.

It’s the Fourth of July, and animal shelters are urging pet owners to take precautions, as the Roanoke Valley SPCA said many pets go missing around the holiday due to the fireworks

The Fourth of July can be a joyous time for some people, but for some veterans dealing with PTSD, it can be triggering.

Famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut has reclaimed his title at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s event.

Roanoke held its Freedom Festival and fireworks show Thursday night at River’s Edge.

The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times of the year, and Smith Mountain Lake is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

After a rainy Memorial Day weekend, Splash Valley Water Park is looking to take advantage of a sun-soaked Fourth of July.

First lady Melania Trump visited sick patients at Children’s National hospital in Washington as the children made Fourth of July arts and crafts ahead of the holiday.

As you look forward to celebrating the Fourth of July with delicious food and festivities, it’s important to prioritize safety to ensure you, your family, and friends have a fun and injury-free holiday. 10 News is working for you on how you can stay safe. We spoke with a Lewis Gale injury prevention expert.

Independence Day weekend is almost here, and while fireworks and sparklers may be the highlight of the celebrations, it’s important to know how to keep you and your family safe.

As summer grilling season heats up, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is reminding Americans to take precautions to prevent foodborne illness during Fourth of July celebrations.

With the Fourth of July just around the corner, tourism is feeling the heat — literally — and costs are rising, but visitors are still making plans to celebrate here in Southwest Virginia.

Residents looking for ways to celebrate Independence Day can enjoy the annual Freedom Festival and Fireworks and the Four on the Fourth race at the Vinton War Memorial.

Krispy Kreme is celebrating America’s birthday early with stars, stripes and sweetness.

Macy’s will celebrate America’s independence with a 4th of July fireworks show live on NBC featuring Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Ava Max, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.

July 4th has come and gone, which means it’s time to put away the fireworks.

As families across our city celebrate with fireworks, one family’s holiday turned into a frantic search for their beloved dog.

Fourth of July celebrations were all throughout our region, and we have been working for you to show you how people are celebrating in the New River Valley.

Holiday boaters flocked to Smith Mountain Lake to celebrate the Fourth of July with various water activities.

Authorities say shark attacks have disrupted Fourth of July celebrations at Texas' South Padre Island.

The Fourth of July will forever be remembered as America’s birthday, but it’s also the birthday of a salad that Americans absolutely adore: the Caesar salad!

It's 100 years since the Caesar salad is said to have been invented on the Fourth of July at a restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico.

Violence and mass shootings often surge in the summer months.

The Virginia Department of Forestry is encouraging people to go see a professional show rather than light up fireworks themselves.

It’s hard to believe, but the Fourth of July is here!

The Department of Wildlife Resources is urging safe boating ahead of the Fourth of July: avoid alcohol, wear life jackets, and remember, "throw, don’t go."

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 Fourth of July travel rush is getting underway, and officials at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport said they’re preparing for potentially record-breaking numbers.

The Fourth of July is next week, and as much as we may enjoy the holiday, our furry friends don’t always share that sentiment.

The Virginia Department of Transportation announced that they would be suspending many highway work zones from noon July 3 to July 5.

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

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

Here are the top products to look out for in July’s Consumer Reports Best Time to Buy.

New York and the nation’s capital once again wowed the country with scintillating shows.

Hundreds of families decided to celebrate America’s birthday at the Salem Fair Tuesday.

10 News Photojournalist Greg Moore shows how first responders in Botetourt County were able to get a nice lunch to celebrate July 4.

Christiansburg held its annual Fourth of July festival Tuesday

Eating superstar Joey “Jaws” Chestnut shook off a rain delay and gobbled his way to another win at Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

Officials with the Salem Fair say they saw an increase in attendance compared to last year.

The Fourth of July celebrations continue in the NRV!

Before you head out on the water, make sure you keep a few things in mind.

The laser show is scheduled to take place over Lake Superior at the town’s Lower Harbor.

Your drink of choice on the Fourth of July might be an ice-cold beer or the always-faithful White Claw, but in case you want to celebrate with a colorful cocktail, we’ve got a few recipes for you to add in some fun.

Happy Independence Day! Arguably the best day for fireworks is here.

Roanoke City Parks and Rec held Freedom Fest Sunday night at Rivers Edge.

Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich is tracking severe storms rolling through our region. Tune in to find out what you can expect in your backyard.

Claytor Lake State Park officials are providing some safety tips for the water ahead of the holiday weekend.

AAA projects nearly 51 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home the Independence Day weekend, setting a new record for the holiday.

Celebrating the 4th of July is one of the highlights of summer, and if you’re going to be lighting off fireworks, you’ll need some patriotic songs to go along.

With a flood of visitors and tourists expected, officials in the nation’s capital are mobilizing additional police officers and dozens of teams of civilian peacekeepers in an attempt to keep rising violent crime rates from marring the holiday weekend.

As we head into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, health officials said there are no new updates on the harmful algae blooms in the Blackwater arm of Smith Mountain Lake.

Let freedom ring! Find a breakdown of where you can watch fireworks across Southwest Virginia here.

Susannah Smith, the construction coordinator for Parks & Rec, says burn marks covered about a quarter of the tennis court at Jefferson Park.

This week, we saw the importance of the saying when a tip prevented a mass shooting on the Fourth of July at the Dogwood Dell event in Richmond.

In the midst of the chaos of a Chicago-area parade massacre, a woman walked up to Greg Ring and handed him a 2-year-old boy, covered in blood.

Illinois officials to hold a press conference and will give updates on yesterday's Independence Day Parade shooting.

Laura Light, a volunteer with Meals on Wheels of Greater Lynchburg, was one of many who spent the holiday delivering food to hundreds of residents, like Eubank, to make sure they were not forgotten.

The number of U.S. flights being canceled is slowing down, but plenty of travelers are facing long delays as they try to get home from trips over the July Fourth holiday weekend.

Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey “Jaws” Chestnut has gobbled his way to a 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

Freedom First Festival at Elmwood Park welcomes Independence Day with a family-fun weekend.

Fourth of July weekend can be a fun time for people, but also a terrifying time for pets.

There will be plenty of ways to celebrate the 4th of July and have fun in Roanoke. You can kick off the day in Elmwood Park with games, entertainment and food.

Despite high gas prices and inflation, it’s still one of the busiest weekends for travel.

The main union for Atlantic City casino workers has reached agreements on new contracts with four casinos, avoiding a threatened strike.

Time to plan your Independence Day weekend!

With summer getting into full swing, that means activities such as barbecues, celebrations with fireworks, and of course, vacations.

If you’ve been scrolling around on social media this month, then you may have noticed that over the Fourth of July weekend, Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg was riding on some sort of wakeboard on a lake with an American flag in tow.

The days after the Fourth of July are typically busy for animal shelters since many animals run away because they’re scared of the fireworks, but one Roanoke animal shelter didn’t see as many this year.

A caller told a 911 dispatcher that Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks was about to go into convulsions after he was struck in the chest with an errant Fourth of July fireworks mortar blast at a Michigan home.

Animal shelters said fireworks are to blame for the increase in runaway pets as of late.

Runners are racing to celebrate the Fourth of July by raising money for kids in the community.

Unable to make it out to the fireworks show at River’s Edge Park Saturday night? No worries, you can watch the full show here.

Instead of grabbing a chair to watch a firework show, many veterans try to avoid the festive display.

It’s looking like a great weekend to be outside for the holiday, and for many people, that means time out on Smith Mountain Lake.

This weekend The Buena Vista fourth of July fireworks show will light up the sky.

As the holiday weekend kicks off, some industries are anticipating an increase in sales and customers, whereas some bars and restaurants in Roanoke actually plan on being closed on the Fourth of July.

As the holiday weekend kicks off, fire and EMS officials are warning people to obey the law and stay safe when setting off fireworks.

The celebration will kick off at 2 p.m. Sunday at Camp Kum-Ba-Yah.