According to court records, the two alleged offenses occurred on separate dates ā April 2, 2026, and April 6, 2026. Both cases were commenced by direct indictment, and a grand jury returned a true bill on July 14, leading to Munseyās arrest on a capias warrant.
Southwest Virginia is currently one of the stateās hottest spots for bear mange cases, with the highest concentrations in Roanoke, Franklin and Montgomery counties. 10 News brought your questions to a bear biologist.
The lawsuit alleges that Palmer - a tenth grader - is being barred from participating in VHSL-sanctioned cross country and track meets due to him being homeschooled for religious beliefs.
Three eastern screech owls stolen from their nest as eggs are now serving a new purpose ā teaching children why wild animals belong in the wild.
After a report from Virginiaās Joint Commission on Health Care, local hospitals are addressing concerns regarding their closure.
You donāt have to be a medical professional to save a life. One quick action ā CPR or a defibrillator ā can mean the difference between a family dinner next week and a phone call no one wants to receive.
Multiple firefighters and law enforcement officers were assaulted while responding to a vehicle fire in Pembroke, Giles County Sheriffās Office said. Witnesses caught the altercation on video.
The Wildlife Center of Virginia has a new ambassador snake ā and the nonprofit is turning her unusual backstory into a fundraiser with a public naming contest. She was accidentally delivered to someone's home in a load of soil!
After nearly a decade of service and a battle with cancer, Ragnar, Oakey's Funeral Services therapy dog has passed. Ragnar became well-known locally for attending funeral services and helping people who were struggling to talk about their grief.
Eight months after a living liver transplant, Rhonda Whaling says she is feeling more like herself again ā with more energy, a brighter outlook and a new appreciation for the donor who made it possible. Both women said they hope their experience encourages others to learn about organ donation and consider signing up.
Former āTodayā show co-anchor Hoda Kotb returned to Virginia Tech Monday, revisiting the campus where she studied journalism and meeting with students who have been testing her new wellness app, Joy 101.
The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Centerās work with these bobcats reflects a broader mission: protecting native wildlife and the ecosystems they support. The successful release of a predator species is considered a strong indicator of overall ecosystem health.
Election Day has officially arrived, and itās time to cast your vote in the April 21 special election if you havenāt already!
The pair ā a male and a female ā had been at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in Roanoke since last summer, when they were brought in as kittens. It cost about $60 a day just to feed them, and staff put in months of hard work to prepare them for release.
Four coworkers at LewisGale Montgomery came together Friday to spread the word about organ donation in honor of National Donate Life Blue and Green Day. Two of them are donors. Two are transplant recipients. Each said donation changed their life for the better.
Freeze warnings and chilly mornings are in effect for Southwest and Central Virginia, with overnight temperatures expected in the upper 20s and low 30s. Warmer days and sunny skies are forecast for the coming week, with little chance of rain.
10 News is getting a pulse on some of the latest developments going on within Roanoke on the first Friday of the month. City Councilmember Nick Hagen joined the studio Friday evening to break down some topics that residents should be aware of.
Three bobcat kittens rescued by the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center in 2025 are healthy and doing well. Theyāve grown quite a bit since last summer. They have large claws, teeth and quite the appetite.
Thereās a back-and-forth battle happening across the Commonwealth - and it all centers around redistricting. Early voting is officially underway, and the voters 10 News spoke with are clearly divided.
Virginia has recorded 10 confirmed measles cases this year, double the number reported last year, VDH said. Health officials urged people who are not fully vaccinated or otherwise immune to contact their doctor about vaccination and testing.
āIt looks confusing, it looks chaotic, and thatās because it is, with no leadership, either in political or military, nobody is in charge. The lack of a command structure in Iran makes it very difficult right now to figure out who to negotiate with, who to work with, if weāre going to see an end to hostilities.ā
On Friday, 10 News spoke to Bruce Bryan, an advertising expert from 5Points Creative, about the upcoming ads we can expect to see in Super Bowl LX.
Cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer of women, yet awareness among younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, is lower than in previous generations.
Delegate Sam Rasoul is requesting $600,000 from the General Assembly to evaluate improvement ideas for Roanoke, including a Ferris wheel on Center in the Square. Rasoul emphasizes the importance of creative investment for Roanoke's redevelopment, focusing on feasibility and structural studies.
10 News viewers submitted photos and videos on our Pin It Page to show off how they were enjoying the recent snow. Remember to submit your photos and videos to our Pin It Page for a chance to be featured on air and online.
10 News asked you earlier today on our social media platforms, āWhat do you think the State of the Commonwealth is and what matters to you in 2026?ā And there were plenty of responses.
10 News was awarded an outstanding journalism award from the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation on Wednesday night, 10 News was awarded the Most Comprehensive Agricultural Coverage in Virginia. c
Flu cases are already starting to impact local school districts. Although the ideal time to get a flu vaccine has passed, a Carilion Clinic pediatrician is urging everyone to get the flu vaccine as soon as possible.
Election Day has officially arrived, and itās time to cast your vote in this yearās general election if you havenāt already!
10 News Anchors John Carlin and Rachel Lucas helped the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center raise money during it's annual Night Owl on the Town Gala at Hotel Roanoke. 2025 was a record breaking year for fundraising!
The bobcat kittens rescued by the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center are now on the path to recovery. Now, you can watch them LIVE in their enclosure at the SWVA Wildlife center in Roanoke through the WSLS 10 Bobcat Cam.
After the tragic death of 10-year-old Autumn Bushman, a local group is hosting a public event to help families better understand the impact of social media and smartphones on young minds.
A way to donate to local charities ā without spending a dime ā could be as simple as swiping your Kroger rewards card when you shop for groceries.
The spa is being built at Blueberry Ridge, which is considered the most peaceful area on the 2,600-acre property. It will be open for bookings from guests and community members seeking a retreat. The facility will feature both wet and dry saunas.
Roanokeās Big Lots! store location on Hershberger Road is scheduled to reopen this week. On Thursday, April 10, the store will reopen after closing several weeks ago due to a bankruptcy protection filing that led to many stores across the country shutting down. The Vinton location will reopen later this Summer.
The American Egg Board supplies 30,000 eggs for White House event and reportedly had several internal discussions about the optics of supplying tens of thousands of eggs for the Easter Egg Roll, given the burden egg farmers have faced.
According to the Virginia Child Protective Service annual report from July 2023 to June 2024, more than 16,000 cases of abuse and neglect were investigated in the Commonwealth, and a little more than 6,000 were found.
137 local entrepreneurs and innovators are one step closer to turning their ideas into reality as they wrap up the final night of the Gauntlet business competition.
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 familiesāespecially those facing systemic barriersāhave access to high-quality, community-centered care.
More than 100 local entrepreneurs are participating in the Gauntlet Business Program and Competition, now in its 11th year. This program offers an opportunity for local entrepreneurs and business owners, or those who want to start their own business successfully launch or expand.
Lester Holt, the anchor and managing editor of āNBC Nightly Newsā for a decade, announced Monday that he is stepping down from the long-running broadcast at the beginning of the summer.
Giles County Officials urged residents who lived near Wolf Creek to evacuate Saturday night, it was just one of many voluntary evacuation notices and road closures that happened throughout our region on Saturday.
Nearly 20 years after losing her mother to breast cancer, Erin Hachwi, a mother of two, was shocked to receive the same diagnosis. Now, she's honoring her mothers fight by sharing her story of survival in the hopes other women will prioritize mammograms and screenings.
In honor of world cancer day, WSLS is inviting you to share your story too through Pin it. We want to recognize survivors and those still fighting while remembering those we have lost.
If you have an idea to start your own business or already have a business you are looking to expand, registration is still open for the 11th annual Gauntlet Business Program and Competition hosted by the Advancement Foundation. Virtual classes began January 28th with more than 100 entrepreneurs signed up for the program.
The community of Pearisburg is buzzing with excitement as "Friends and Family," a cherished local restaurant, reopens its doors after a devastating fire nearly two years ago. Known for its home-cooked meals and warm atmosphere, the restaurant is once again serving the New River Valley.
A teenager in Christiansburg, Ashton Hodge, experienced a life-threatening sled riding accident on January 11th, leading to two brain bleeds and required him to be placed in a medically induced coma.
Ten months have passed since an orphaned bear cub, now affectionately known as āDouble Green,ā was rescued from a brush fire in Wythe County. Today, he stands as the leader among six other black bears at the Wildlife Center of Virginia.
If you have an idea to start your own business, or already have a business you are looking to expand, registration is now open for the 11th annual Gauntlet Business Program and Competition hosted by the Advancement Foundation.
Mark Spain, ABC 13 News anchor for nearly a decade, sadly passed away on Wednesday following his battle with pancreatic cancer, WSET announced on Thursday.
In addition to highlighting the need and the generosity of our community through stories weāve brought you, WSLS 10 employees adopted Angel Tree tags for 15 local children. We had so much fun shopping for them!
The Roanoke Star is turning 75 on Saturday, and 10 News wants to celebrate the iconic landmark that has lit up the Star City for more than seven decades.
Gary Sinise, the actor who portrayed Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump, made a surprise visit to the cadets on post at Virginia Military Institute Friday for Founder's Day celebrations. Sinise sat down with 10 News Anchor Rachel Lucas to talk about the visit and his charity work for veterans through the Gary Sinise Foundation.
WSLS will stream the Virginiaās Veterans Parade when it begins, so bookmark this page for easy access on Saturday.
10 News has been working for you all day long with team coverage of Helene as it sweeps across the Commonwealth, bringing destruction in its wake.
GSCO said it intends to maintain a firm stance in seeking prosecution on those disrupt educational institutions and is wholly committed to the safety of our student bodies.
Beginning August 21 and running through August 25, the best disc golfers in the world will head to Virginia for the 42nd running of the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships presented by Zuca. Nearly 300 players representing 14 countries have registered for the event, including Estoniaās Kristin Tattar, the two-time defending PDGA World Champion and the No. 1 player in the Female Pro Open division in the Official Disc Golf World Rankings.
Some medical experts say taking supplements or vitamins orally isnāt the most effective way for your body to absorb them. Thatās why another form of vitamin therapy is quickly growing in popularity, receiving those same medications through an IV. IV hydration therapy is a multi-billion-dollar medical industry and is expected to grow over the next decade. Several IV hydration businesses have opened in Southwest Virginia in recent years. 10 News anchor Rachel Lucas tried it.
The Virginia Poverty Law center hosted a health fair Thursday in the New River Valley, bringing healthcare to those that need it most. Issues like food insecurity, loss of Medicaid coverage and lack of transportation are challenges facing many low and moderate-income families. The center said traditional health fairs have not been effective reaching those struggling individuals so Virginia poverty law center's Enroll Virginia is partnering with the Community Housing Program to offer these health fairs at all six properties this month.
Memorial Day weekend is here! Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich is here to let you know when rain will be part of your holiday weekend, and when weāll cool off, a lot.
More showers and thunderstorms today ā donāt put the umbrella away just yet, you may need it this holiday weekend. Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich is here with the latest.
Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich is here to let you know when youāll need to prepare for rain and thunderstorms, and everything youāll need to know for your holiday weekend forecast.
