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West Virginia senators aim to revitalize coal industry

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — If you’re tired of rising utility bills, you are not alone. West Virginia senators say they share the same feelings and believe the answer is right under our feet. Revitalizing West Virginia’s coal industry and bringing down utility costs for customers is the goal of two pieces of legislation originating in […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-13

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Three Arrested in Beckley for Holding Couple Hostage Over Missing Jewelry

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A disturbing hostage situation at the Travel Lodge on Harper Road led to the arrest of three individuals after a man and his girlfriend were allegedly held against their will, threatened with firearms, and assaulted over a missing necklace. Incident Details On February 26, 2025, Beckley Police officers responded to a […]

Beckley, WV · 2025-03-12

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Pennsylvania & Ohio Weather Alert: Strong Winds Up to 50 MPH Expected This Weekend

Pittsburgh, PA – Residents in western Pennsylvania and northern Ohio should prepare for strong winds this weekend, with gusts potentially exceeding 50 mph in some areas. Breezy conditions are expected outside of thunderstorms, impacting travel and outdoor activities. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Pittsburgh, the highest wind...

Pennsylvania · 2025-03-12
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House of Delegates passes bill that would allow reclassification, lower quality standards for some West Virginia waterways

CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY) – A bill that would allow energy companies and other outside entities to petition the Department of Environmental Protection to change the classification of waterways that are not used as a public water supply has overwhelmingly passed the House of Delegates. A significant number of rivers...

West Virginia · 2025-03-12
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Former West Virginia Senator has bond revoked in indecent exposure and DUI cases

MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. — Former West Virginia Senator Mike Maroney appeared in Magistrate Court on Wednesday before Magistrate Zachary Allman. During the hearing, the Prosecutor requested that Maroney’s bond be revoked, stating Maroney was not compliant with the previously set conditions. Maroney requested that video evidence from his charges on August 13—specifically, indecent exposure and […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Owner of Kanawha County property used as homeless encampment charged, records say

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Kanawha County man charged with operating an open dump now has three more months to dismantle and clean up a tent city near St. Albans that once provided shelter to nearly 40 unhoused people. Stan Smith, 69, of Tornado has been charged with...

Kanawha County, WV · 2025-03-11

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REPORTS: Darian Devries at West Virginia is now a TOP candidate for the Indiana head coaching job

Could Darian DeVries be the next coach of the Indiana Hoosiers basketball team? As the coaching search intensifies, the Indiana Hoosiers are eyeing the WVU coach.

Bloomington, IN · 2025-03-13

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West Virginia governor signs law defining ‘male’ and ‘female’

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has signed the “Riley Gaines Act” into law, making the state the 12th in the nation to define terms such as “male” and “female” in state law. The legislation, also known as SB 456/HB 2006, was passed with bipartisan support and signed by the governor the […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Skier dies in Tucker County Wednesday

DAVIS, W.Va. — A skier has died at the Timberline Mountain resort in Tucker County. Via social media, the resort said the skier died on Wednesday, the investigation into the incident is ongoing, and no further information will be released. The full statement is here:. We are heartbroken to...

Tucker County, WV · 2025-03-13

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Woman arrested after neglecting incapacitated sister in Marion County

FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - A woman was arrested after deputies said her neglect of her incapacitated sister resulted in a brain bleed. Karen Hanson, 65, of Fairmont, removed her incapacitated sister from medical care against medical advice and neglected to provide adequate care for her, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Marion County, WV · 2025-03-12

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14 people charged with fentanyl related offenses in West Virginia

Marshall County Prosecuting Attorney Joe Canestraro said that 14 people have been indicted by the Marshall County Grand Jury for fentanyl related crimes.

Marshall County, WV · 2025-03-12

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Bill requiring ‘In God We Trust’ to be displayed in W.Va. schools passes in senate

CHARLESTON, W.Va (WDTV) - A bill that would require ‘In God We Trust’ to be displayed in public schools in West Virginia passed through the senate Wednesday. Senate Bill 280, which is sponsored by Senators Azinger, Taylor, Thorne, Rose, Hart, Bartlett, Deeds and Martin, would require ‘In God We Trust,’ which is the national motto, to be displayed in public elementary and secondary schools and in institutions of higher education.

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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With child labor violations on the rise across the country, West Virginia lawmakers want to make it easier for kids to work

West Virginia lawmakers focused on the state’s workforce challenges have prioritized passing a bill this session to remove work permit requirements for 14 and 15-year-olds. The measure would replace the existing permit, which requires school approval, with a simple age certificate from the state Division of Labor and written parental consent. Nationwide, other states are […] With child labor violations on the rise across the country, West Virginia lawmakers want to make it easier for kids to work appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight , West Virginia's civic newsroom.

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Flipped! West Virginia Loses Major Piece of its 2025 Signing Class

A tough loss for West Virginia's offensive line room.

Morgantown, WV · 2025-03-12

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Lauren’s Law passes West Virginia Senate, moves to House

A bill called Lauren’s Law (Senate Bill 584) aims at keeping the deadly drug out of West Virginia and passed in the Senate Tuesday. It now heads to the House.

West Virginia · 2025-03-12

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Senate bill could force voters to register with a party in order to vote in primary elections

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A bill in the West Virginia Senate could ban independent, non-affiliated voters from participating in primary elections across the state. A bill sponsored by Republican Senator Eric Tarr from Putnam County would require the state’s nearly 300,000 independent voters to claim a political party in order to vote in that party’s […]

West Virginia · 2025-03-12