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Glasgow mayor responds to criticism over junk car ordinance letter
GLASGOW, W.Va. (WCHS) — Nineteen people in the small Kanawha County town of Glasgow received letters last week informing them that cars on their property were in violation of a town ordinance. The letters said the homeowners were in violation because the properties had cars on it that were...
Developer pleads guilty to bankruptcy fraud
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - US Attorney Will Thompson was joined by law enforcement on Wednesday to announce a guilty plea in a bankruptcy fraud case. John H. Wellford III, 73, of Charleston, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to falsification of bankruptcy records. According to court documents and statements made in court,...
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.
Multi-county pursuit ends with suspect’s vehicle in Elk River
Clendenin, WV (WOWK) – An overnight pursuit that began in Braxton County, WV ended in Kanawha County with the suspect’s car going into the Elk River in Clendenin early Wednesday morning. While the cause of the initial pursuit is unclear, Metro 911 dispatchers tell us the pursuit began in Braxton County and came down Route […]
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...
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 […]
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 […]
‘What are y’all doing?’: Locals speak out after white nationalist march in Charleston
“As a black man, as a man period, what are y’all doing? And uncover your face! If I stand for something, you are going to know me. You’re going to know Woody. I’m going to show you my face, my phone number, my website,” Woods said.
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.
‘No shame’ in seeking help: Why experts advocate for mental health support
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – May is Mental Health Awareness month, though the significance behind this month applies daily and is relatable to everyone who has ever been through challenges in their walk of life: loss, abuse, stress, sadness, anger and more all are relatable experiences that can create challenges in one’s walk with their mental […]
Charleston police investigate deadly two-vehicle crash
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — Police are investigating a deadly two-vehicle crash that occurred Saturday evening in Kanawha County. Stanley Aaron Burkes, of Charleston, was killed in the wreck that occurred at the intersection of Kanawha Boulevard East and East Point Drive, according to a news release from the Charleston Police Department.
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...
Fix it or nix it: Future of Charleston Municipal Auditorium hangs in the balance
February 5 was a dark day for the West Virginia chapter of the Kevin Hart fan club. That’s the day Charleston shut down its Municipal Auditorium over electrical and structural issues, forcing all upcoming events to be canceled, rescheduled or moved to other venues. That included the pint-sized comedian’s April 13 date, as well as […] The post Fix it or nix it: Future of Charleston Municipal Auditorium hangs in the balance appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
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