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How will West Virginia respond to white supremacist group’s march?
Last Saturday the white supremacists came to town. While many in Charleston were attending the YWCA’s annual Race to End Racism, the group, wearing khaki pants and hats, some carrying shields and others carrying upside down American flags and another flag that evokes the original symbol for fascism marched from the Stonewall Jackson statue at the Capitol to downtown. I’m here to say that white nationalism, neo-Nazis, and facism are all bad. The post How will West Virginia respond to white supremacist group’s march? appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
West Virginia Police arrest 2 people after a high school dugout was burnt down
UPDATE: West Virginia State Police say two people have been arrested in connection to a high school dug out being burnt down. Arrested were 57 year old Lisa McClure and 32 year old Curtis Mooney of Griffithsville, WV. McClure and Mooney were arrested on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, and charged with Arson, Conspiracy, and Felony Destruction […]
Charleston businessman charged in extensive bankruptcy fraud case
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A well-known Charleston business developer could now face up to 20 years in federal prison for bankruptcy fraud. John Wellford III, 73, pleaded guilty Wednesday to falsification of bankruptcy records. United States Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia, Will Thompson joined officials from the...
Dunbar city officials react to another civil lawsuit filed against police department
DUNBAR, WV (WOWK) – The West Virginia State Police has been asked to investigate sexual assault allegations against a Dunbar Police Officer following a civil lawsuit, according to a letter sent to the Kanawha County Prosecutor’s Office. The complaint was filed March 28. It alleges Dunbar Officer Chad Shafer violated the Constitutional Rights of a woman, […]
Man sentenced in DUI causing death case
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A man who pleaded guilty to charges in connection with a head-on crash that killed two people in October 2022 received his sentencing on Tuesday morning in court. Andrew Wyrich received three to 15 year sentences for each count of DUI causing death. The sentencing...
Police data shows five worst car crash locations in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The City of Charleston Police released data showing the five worst locations for car crashes last year. The 58-mile marker on I-64 had 146 crashes in 2023, by far the most of any location in Charleston. Police say the exits onto Virginia Street, Washington Street, and Oakwood Road are the most […]
Dunbar officer suspended amid civil lawsuit, mayor says
DUNBAR, W.Va. (WCHS) — A 15-year Dunbar police officer has been suspended with pay after being named in a federal civil lawsuit. Mayor Scott Elliott said Lt. Chad Shafer has been sidelined after being accused of violating a woman’s constitutional rights, sexual harassment and battery. According to the...
EPA Lists Union Carbide South Charleston Landfill As Superfund Site
This is a developing story and may be updated. The original story misstated the number of National Priorities List sites in West Virginia. It has been corrected. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has listed a closed Union Carbide landfill in South Charleston as a Superfund site, joining some of the most contaminated places in the country.
La Roca Mexican Grill & Bar opens new location in Sissonville
SISSONVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — A popular Mexican grill and bar has opened a new location in Kanawha County. La Roca restaurant is now serving customers in Sissonville. The eatery - located at 7139 Sissonville Drive - reported opening Wednesday on social media. The post said the restaurant is offering food items, but not yet serving alcohol.
Emergency services crews plan for 2024 Pro Road National Championships
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK)- With the amount of people and cyclists who will be flooding the roads starting on May 14, the Charleston Fire Department has set up extra precautions to ensure the safety of cyclists and citizens alike. Neighborhoods that will experience partial lane closures due to the race are in the South Hills, as […]
Ginuwine, Petey Pablo, Paul Wall among performers for 34th Multifest
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The lineup for Charleston’s 34th annual Multifest was released Wednesday. The four-day event will feature past favorites like Ladies Night, gospel music on Sunday and a back-to-school bash for kids. The entertainment lineup is as follows:. * Thursday, Aug. 1 - Go-go Night with...
Fact checking WSAZ Republican Gubernatorial Forum candidate Moore Capito
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - WSAZ hosted the West Virginia Republican Gubernatorial Forum in Charleston on Tuesday night. Moore Capito said he’s spent a lot of time campaigning across the state of West Virginia. “I have driven over 90,000 miles across this state on this campaign. I’ve been on most...
KVRA Model Train and Craft Show to take place this weekend in Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Kanawha Valley Railroad Association (KVRA) is set to host its annual train and craft show in Charleston this weekend. The event will take place at the Exhibit & Convention Hall at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The show kicks off on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 10 AM and […]
Nitro baseball holds off St. Albans 4-1
NITRO, W.Va. (WCHS) — Nitro baseball was able to score three runs in the first inning and hold on for a 4-1 win over St. Albans on Wednesday. In the third inning, the Red Dragons got a run back but the Wildcats responded with a run of their own in the bottom frame.
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