God’s Pit Crew is racing against hunger as it works to lend a helping hand to those in need in Southside and beyond.

A red flag warning goes into effect at 11 a.m. Friday morning and will last until 8 p.m. All of the Roanoke Valley, Lynchburg area and Southside are included.

Thankfully, no one was hurt after a fire broke out at a duplex apartment building in Danville, according to the Danville Fire Department.

Danville City Manager Ken Larking has proposed a $379.3 million budget for the next fiscal year to the city council, a 9 percent increase over the current budget.

Calling all race fans! VIRginia International Raceway (VIR) is racing into the upcoming 2025 season with a jam-packed schedule of high-speed events as it celebrates 25 years.

Gray's LAMBscaping collaborates with Dominion Energy to employ sheep for landscape management at solar farms, enhancing rural economic growth and pioneering agrivoltaics in Southside.

Dominion Energy has introduced sheep to two solar farms in Southside, employing an eco-friendly method known as solar grazing.

Warm & Sunny Before Weekend Storms

The Megasite at Berry Hill in Pittsylvania County is one of the largest redevelopment sites in the state. But the land sits on the site of several plantations and farms that contain the remains of hundreds of former slaves and tenant farmers.

10 News has now learned that Danville firefighter Kaleb Barker was killed in an accidental shooting Wednesday night, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

579,085 drivers were caught blasting through school zones and construction sites across the state, bringing in almost $34 million in fines, according to a January 2025 Virginia State Police Department report.

We are tracking the first big system of the spring season that brings the threat for severe weather.

A sneak peek at spring weather continues.

We took many of your questions to people who see it every day from judges to social workers.

It’s called “relief of custody.” Hundreds of these cases have been filed in just the past five years.

Parents, voluntarily giving up their kids. It’s a huge problem in Virginia.

Get the latest updates on snow forecasts and temperatures from WSLS's meteorologist. Stay informed with our weather alerts.

Latest weather forecast for Southwest and Central Virginia, focusing on the upcoming weekend weather system, wind conditions, and temperature variations.

Understanding ‘relief of custody’ crisis and the creative support models giving hope to struggling families

Wintry Weather Makes a Return

Goodyear will be eliminating 850 jobs from its Danville facility, according to Danville City Manager, Ken Larking.

The Danville Police Department states that overall crime rates have trended downward for the fifth year in a row, decreasing by 8% overall across major crime categories in 2024 compared to 2023, according to a preliminary report in 2024 on crime.

Temperatures warm up this week!

A mistrial has been declared in the case of a man charged with murdering his fiancée in Henry County in 2023, BTW21 reports.

Two men lost their lives after the agricultural equipment they were using came into contact with high-voltage power lines on Thursday, according to the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.

Dangerously cold temperatures arrive this week

Martinsville Police have charged and arrested a woman in connection with a fatal stabbing in September.

More than 500 elementary schoolers in Danville have a new pair of shoes to call their own.

Detailed weather forecast for Southwest and Central Virginia including snow predictions and weekend weather changes.

The Danville Fire Department responded to a house fire early Friday morning.

Some changes will be coming to Goodyear’s facility in Danville as part of its global transformation plan.

A Danville man will spend at least another year in prison after he was shot while pointing a gun at officers in January 2024.

Get ready for a wintry mix as a clipper system brings snow and icy conditions to Southwest and Central Virginia, especially impacting mountainous areas.

For the first time ever, we had a dozen kids who had been on 30 Days of Hope in previous years.

“I’m just really looking forward to getting adopted by a family.”

A pedestrian died Sunday after being hit by a vehicle that was driving along Route 719 in Pittsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.

The long-awaited Caesars Virginia in Danville will be opening its doors a little later than expected.

Marie wants what every kid does -- stability, love and someone to lean on.

The Riverview Rotary Christmas Parade is set to kick off on Sunday, Dec. 8 and there will be several street closures in place that drivers should be mindful of.

“Belonging to me probably looks like being able to settle down in one place, being able to feel comfortable.”

17-year-old Kay loves science, playing basketball and cooking with family

A teen who has expressed that he wants nothing more than “a family to go home to.”

A 44-year-old woman is facing charges following her alleged involvement in planning a murder for hire, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.

“My number one priority is to get adopted and to stay in one place.”

The teen is looking forward to finding a family to call her own.

One person is dead after a Martinsville structure fire that took close to five hours to put out, according to Martinsville officials

“What I hope for in a family is support, love and just have a good connection”

Less than a year after moving in, Kaylee was officially adopted in October.

He is eager to be involved with a family who is active and busy.

“She loves giving hugs and she loves being in that family context.”

Michael describes his ideal family as one that enjoys being outside and doing projects.

The 12-year-old has a contagious laugh and loves to sing.

A 7-year-old who loves trucks, monster trucks, coloring, and the color red.

He’s looking for a family to have fun with him.

Crisis in Virginia as parents seek ‘relief of custody’. 10 News investigates as a group is working to find solutions.

Leyem loves to laugh. He also wants to be part of a forever family.

15-year-old Maddie wants to find a family who will love her and stick by her.

The 10-year-old wants routine things in a family like family dinners and going to school regularly.

He would love to stay busy with a family and loves any games that involve strategy.

Mentors and kids in foster care build trust, heal trauma along riverbank.

DePaul Community Resources is getting money to help keep children out of foster care.

When he grows up he wants to be a therapist so he can help people and support children in foster care.

The 14-year-old likes basketball, running, outdoor activities, and playing card games.

Microporous plans to add 2,000 jobs at an average salary of $58,000, boosting the Southside economy.

He wants a family that will protect him and give him love.

Officials cut the ribbon today for a for a new road in Pittsylvania County. They say they hope it will help the economy in Southside.

The teen loves God, cooking, and being outside. “Family means everything to me,” he said.

When it comes to a family, Josh says he would like, “A nice family who (will) take me in, to adopt me and keep me, and makes sure I’m safe.”

The 14-year-old would love a family with a dog or a family where they can adopt a dog.

Bentley is always making others laugh. This 13-year-old is outgoing and smart.

Martinsville Police installed 140 gunshot detectors throughout the city to help combat crime.

The 13-year-old loves being outside and football.

Caesars Virginia is excited to begin welcoming guests on Dec. 12, 2024.

Savannah likes being outside, going on walks and hikes in parks and through the woods.

Toni has a bubbly personality and loves to sing and dance.

The teen wants to be a foster mom or doctor when she grows up.

A little girl who is affectionate, loving and wants a family to call her own.

We told you about Kate last year during 30 Days of Hope and this year, she’s still looking for a family.

Kyle loves being outside so much, he wishes the sun would never go down.

The 2024 General Election will be held on Nov. 5. You can find results for Danville here.

“He tells me all the time, he just wants to be labeled as a normal kid, not a foster kid.”

Roanoke City, Lynchburg and Roanoke County are some of the top 10 areas with the most children in foster care

Danville is conduction a survey on whether the public wants regional bus service.

A man is dead after a crash on Route 759 in Pittsylvania County, according to Virginia State Police.

Halloween could feature temperatures near 80 degrees...

A wanted man in Henry County is now behind bars after trying to hide from deputies underneath the stairs and refusing to surrender, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.

The City of Danville has released the draft of its Comprehensive Plan, which will serve as a guide for land use development, zoning and prioritization for development.

Weather Authority reports ongoing freeze warnings and frost advisories. Plan accordingly for chilly temperatures and sunny weekend outlook.

The Danville-based organization God’s Pit Crew has been hard at work helping victims of Hurricane Helene and Milton across the Southeast.

Check out when peak colors will be here

A 24-year-old man was airlifted from Danville after being struck by a Norfolk Southern train, according to the Danville Police Department.

A pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle in Danville on Tuesday, according to the Danville Police Department.

Foodies, get ready to turn up the heat! Chef Gordon Ramsay is coming to Caesars Virginia in Danville, the first of his restaurants to open in the Commonwealth.

A 32-year-old woman is facing several charges after a SWAT Team executed a narcotics-related search warrant at her Fieldale home, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.

Cost, marital status and more answered.

No one was hurt after a fire broke out at a dry cleaning business in Danville overnight, according to the Danville Fire Department.

Deputies with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office recently returned from assisting in search and rescue in Western North Carolina.

The Danville Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that resulted in the death of a 33-year-old man.

Many people don’t know there are trials going on right now for a breast cancer vaccine.

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