wsls 10's erin brookshier reports. nats this year -- the word health is almost synonymous with the word fitbit. not only do you see these brightly colored bracelets at the gym or work -- but the catchy commercials run frequently. nats they promise to help get you in this month -- fitbit was hit with a class action lawsuit -- alleging fraud. according to the suit -- two of the company's heart rate monitors -- the fitbit -- don't accurately measure your heart rate. and that could be potentially dangerous. especially for people looking to push their heart rates surprised consumer reports -- who tested and recommended the fitbit charge h-r and the fitbit surge. so -- consumer reports retested the devices. and compared fitbit's products with another device that has proven accuracy -- the polar h-7 chest strap. the consumer reports testers again found both fitbit models were on point. and if there was a variance between the polar device or the fitbit -- it was no more than three beats per minute. which isn't big. but consume

w-s-l-s ten's erin brookshier joins us now. she's live in the traffic center now, erin how's traffic looking? and here's a look at timesaver traffic.... i'll have a full look at the roads in just a few minutes. true friendship is not on facebook. why one scientific study says you can only rely on four of your 'friends' on the social networking site in a crisis # staying indoors and turning to technology. while waiting for this weekend's snow storm to pass.. when we look at whats trending today.### wsls 10 is teaming up with feeding america southwest virginia and kroger to bring you our annual 10 cares food drive. with your help ... together ... we can give back to those in need in the community. the 10 cares food drive is thursday february 4-th from 6 a-m to 7 p- m. we'll be at the kroger in bonsack... cave spring... lynchburg... martinsville and now to what's trending now... a look at the biggest social networking, online and technology talkers. video of a two- year-old south carolina girl has gone viral thanks to her bedtime p

wsls 10's erin brookshier explains why experts say people are looking for love. and for many, the internet plays matchmaker. sot: dr. helen fisher / chief scientific advisor, match "the most active time for any online dating site is between the day after christmas and valentines day" holiday loneliness, family nagging, social media envy and time off from work can all contribute to the jump. in fact, the recent east coast snowstorm brought a 'blizzard' of activity for dating sites... which fall into three broad types. sot: dr. helen fisher / chief scientific advisor, match "rapid fire meet somebody right now with the apps, get to know somebody more with match.com and other dating sites like that or go to a dating site where you really are anonymous and we give you the dates yourself" but a perfect match in the digital world doesn't always hold up in the real world. experts say too much messaging online before a first meeting can be problematic... so can the sheer number of options. sot: dr. helen fisher / chief scientific advisor, match "people on dating sites get

w-s-l-s ten's erin brookshier joins us now. she's live in the traffic center now, erin how's traffic looking? and here's a look at timesaver traffic.... i'll have a full look at the being late to work.... but not all excuses are about the clocks. the most bizarre reasons for tardiness according to one survery. # move over cam newton... how people living in one retirement community prove carolina panthers fans come in all ages - when we look at now to what's trending now... a look at the biggest social networking, online and technology talkers. career builder is out with its annual look at the most bizarre excuses for being late to work. some of the strangest reasons are... "my hair caught on fire from my blow dryer".. and "a vaseline truck overturned on the highway and cars were animals are often a key part of the wackiest answers... such as "i had to chase my cows back into the field" or "a black bear entered my carport and decided to take a nap on the hood of my car." setting the strangest excuses aside, traffic is the number

with this consumer watch erin brookshier wsls 10. super bowl sunday is almost here and it could make a dent in your wallet. according to a survey by the national retail federation ... those planning to celebrate the big game tend to spend more. the survey says people will spend an average of 82 dollars on food ... decorations ... apparel and more. the federation says the number is the highest amount in the survey's history. coming up on wsls 10 at 6... alan will have another check of your storm team ten forecast... (phone ringing) you can't deal with something, by ignoring it. but that's how some presidential candidates seem to be dealing with social security. americans work hard, and pay into it. so our next president needs a real plan to keep it strong. (elephant noise) (donkey noise) 30s. sunday: sunshine and high clouds. very mild with temperatures in the upper 50s to low 60s. sunday night: partly cloudy and rather mild with lows in the lower to middle 40s. monday: a weak cold front brings more clouds and the chance for showers b

but as wsls 10's erin brookshier explains... there are products that claim to give you better traction on the ice. sue schaevitz slipped on the ice and suffered a traumatic brain injury. she still has headaches, dizziness, and vision problems nearly a year later. sue schaevitz - "i never thought that a couple of inches of ice would change my life that day and that i'd be where i am nine months later." consumer reports tested four products designed to give you better traction on ice. prices range from 8 to 34 dollars. personal skating rink and tried each pair on a flat surface and at various angles. then he went to a real rink to see how well each grips the ice while standing, walking, and even running. bernie deitrick - "all of these devices improve your traction on ice. but there were big differences in performance." the yaktrax pro traction cleats for 18 dollars performed the worst at the rink. despite the metal coils on the bottom, bernie slid all over the ice. the eight- dollar outerstar has 10-stud crampons on the bottom, b

w-s-l-s ten's erin brookshier joins us now. she's live in the traffic center now, erin how's traffic looking? and here's a look at timesaver traffic.... i'll have a full look at the roads in just a few minutes. it was silver, sleek and futuristic at the time. the car made famous by the "back to the future" movies is going back into production. how you can land in the driver's seat.### good news for coffee lovers. a new study finds caffeine doesn't harm your heart. how the morning latte is actually good for you... when we look at feeding america southwest virginia and kroger for the annual "10 cares food drive." on thursday february fourth from six a-m to 7 p-m we'll be collecting food at krogers across the area. for a full list of locations visit there are many sides to basketball star an fashion icon russell westbrook. and with coverage in the middle of anywhere from u.s. cellular, he can find some new ones. like, farmer. russell's brussels. russell speaking. paleontologist. hashtag t-rex. park ranger. where am i? and t.v. spok

wsls ten's erin brookshier joins us for a look ahead. hey erin! the roanoke county school board holds a budget work session tonight. the board will get the final version of the facility use and review the capital maintenance plan. it will also talk about the bus replacement plan... and get an update on the propane bus pilot program. roanoke county holds a public input session tonight about the future of explore park. it includes areas for ziplining... ropes courses... biking... and horseback riding. your thoughts starting at six at the vinton war memorial. the virginia lottery hands over a $1 million check today in salem. the winner matched five numbers in the historic $1.5 billion powerball lottery drawing earlier this month. today marks a tragic day in american history.. it's been thirty years since the challenger space shuttle exploded. crew died on the morning of january 28, 1986... when a booster engine failed... causing the shuttle challenger to break apart... just 73 seconds after launch. nasa is remembering all it's fallen crew members tod

wsls 10's erin brookshier explains. the only excitement about doing your taxes... is the possibility of getting money back from the i-r-s. but these days tax thieves are tying to get your refund before you do. sot: eva velasquez, identity theft resource center "someone other than you files a tax refund using your information and then absconds with that money." in many cases, all a thief needs number and a birth date and they can pretend to be you when filing for a refund. sot: eva velasquez, identity theft resource center "but they don't need to know where you work, or where you live or any of those other details." and the sad thing is, identity theft resource center's eva velasquez says most tax payers have no idea their refund has been stolen, until they file their own return. sot: eva velasquez, identity theft resource center "the thief would get in first, the legitimate would try to file their taxes and be told, oh that's already been filed." now if the bad guys do get your tax refund, you will eventually get your money, but it will take some time. sot: eva vel

holly digandi joins our very own erin brookshier for an inside look at the tasteful event. the third annual international wine festival is back this weekend at the taubman museum of art. it's happening sunday from 1pm until 4pm. head information on the event. what can guests expect when attending the festival? what makes your wine festival unique? how were the wines chosen? will non- alcoholic beverages be provided? weekend at the taubman museum of art. it's happening sunday from 1pm until 4pm. head to wsls.com for more information on the event. what can guests expect when attending the festival? what makes your wine festival unique? beverages be provided? art. it's happening sunday from 1pm until 4pm. head to wsls.com for more information on the event. what can guests expect when attending the festival? what makes your wine festival unique? how were the wines chosen? will non- alcoholic weekend at the taubman museum of art. it's happening sunday from 1pm until 4pm. head to wsls.com here's a live look roanoke from our sky cam. you need to know" before you head out the door

start every day with erin brookshier with a look at traffic. as you head out the door this morning... lets get a look at timesaver traffic... as you head out the door this morning... lets get a look at timesaver traffic... as you head out the door this morning... let's check in with storm team meterologist kristina montuori. friday: morning flurries then increasing sunshine with highs in the middle 40s.wind increases through the afternoon saturday: mostly sunny with highs in the middle 50s sunday: mostly sunny with >>> it's 8:00 on "today." coming up, the tiger cubs roar. five years after the tiger mom took the world by storm with her controversial parenting style, her children are speaking out about their strict upbringing. did all the demands for perfection pay off? >>> then can you hear me now? west virginia. we'll take you to the town where cell phones are banned. >> when you want to make plans with a friend, how do you get ahold of them? >> what the residents have to say about living in the quietest town in america. >>> and brain games. >>

erin brookshier with a look at traffic. as you head out the door this lets get a look at timesaver traffic... as you head out the door this morning... lets get a look at timesaver traffic... let's check in with storm team meterologist kristina montuori. wednesday: few morning rain showers with flurries and a light icy mix possible.cleari ng for the late-morning & afternoon.tem peratures climb into the upper 30s and lower [ scanner beeping ] sir, could you step aside? "sir"? come on. you know who i am. progressive insurance? uh, i save people an average of over $500 when they switch? did you pack your own bags? oh! right -- the name your price tool. it shows people policy options to help fit their budget. [ scanner warbling ] crazy that a big shot like me would pack his own bags, right? [ chuckles ] so, do i have the right to remain handsome? [ chuckles ] wait. i'm gonna stand by you >>> 8:00 on "today." jamie-lynn sigler speaks out. the star opens up in her first live television interview since revealing she has ms. why she

let's check in with erin traffic. brookshier with a look at traffic. as you head out the door this morning... lets get a look at timesaver traffic... as you head out the door this morning... lets get a look at timesaver traffic... let's check in with storm team meterologist kristina montuori. thursday: sun & clouds with highs in the middle 40s friday: sun & clouds with 40s.overnight flurries possible saturday: early morning flurries possible.mostl y sunny afternoon with morning. 28th day of january, 2016. and a look at some people gathered in our plaza on this new york city. >> everyone is so fired up on this plaza this morning. coming up, the new app that can turn life's daily annoyances into a thing of the past. >>> do you know anyone planning a wedding? grab them because martha stewart is here sharing knowledge about pulling off the ultimate day. >> she looks beautiful today. we saw her walk in. she looks like she is ready for a wedding. >>> and from casserole week we have one dish that you can make small tweaks to and serve it you have a run for yo