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Two incidents occurred in Dunbar, West Virginia this week. In the first incident, Shawn Michael Patton, a 47-year-old man, was sentenced to 11 years and three months in prison for distributing methamphetamine. He sold 2 ounces of methamphetamine to a confidential informant in exchange for $700. In the second incident, Sean Patrick Boyd Jr., a 26-year-old man, pleaded guilty to receipt of stolen money in a COVID-19 relief fraud investigation. He defrauded the Paycheck Protection Program of $20,832 by applying for a business loan under his name.

Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango told 13 News Thursday night that the West Virginia Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) is under federal investigation.

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around charleston.

This week in Charleston, West Virginia, several incidents occurred that impacted the safety of the community. These incidents include the charging of six former correctional officers in connection with the death of an inmate, an electrical fire that displaced residents and damaged homes, a stolen car that was later crashed, a woman sentenced for federal fraud, and vandalism that caused phone service outages.

One person has been transported for medical care after a two vehicle accident in South Charleston Saturday.

Students at South Charleston High School are now allowed to congregate on campus prior to the day’s classes for study and fellowship

A young man from St. Albans, who beat cancer twice, is preparing for high school graduation. 13 News was there for many of Trey Roy's milestones throughout his cancer journey. We caught back up with Trey and his family for the next big occasion. He's getting ready to start his last semester of high school.

Discover the inspiring story of Martec Washington, a true hometown hero from Charleston's West Side. Amidst a gas outage crisis, Washington tirelessly worked to meet the needs of his community, distributing supplies, meals, and warmth, proving that unity and compassion can overcome adversity.

A beloved Kanawha County restaurant has decided to close its doors, making way for a new business.

A major traffic jam has developed on I-64 over the Kanawha River after a tractor-trailer jackknifed on the road Friday.

Discover the shocking aftermath of two copper theft attempts at the Cabin Creek Appalachian Power substation. Learn about the high voltage dangers, the risk to first responders, and the impact on thousands left without power. Plus, get a warning from Appalachian Power about the perils of such thefts.

Diversify Gas is responding to reports of gas outages across Boone County.

UPDATE: (5 P.M. Friday, Dec. 1, 2023) – Crews say a a two-and-a-half story received extensive interior damage in a fire Friday afternoon. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers, the fire broke out just after 3:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at a home in the 800 block of Poplar Drive in St. Albans. Fire […]

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A former West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection official from Boone County was sentenced Wednesday for stealing from programs receiving federal funding, prosecutors said. Jerry D. Elkins, 54, of Danville, was sentenced to three years of federal probation, including 10 months of home confinement for...

MORGANTOWN, WV—-It appears that Coach Neal Brown’s in-state recruiting is paying big dividends. It’s been reported that Abe Fenwick, the number 1 rated quarterback in West Virginia has committed to play for the Mountaineers. Fenwick, a 6’3″, 200 pound quarterback from Charleston, West Virginia is the 104th...

This article contains AI-assisted content. Charleston, West Virginia - Shawn Michael Patton, 47, of Dunbar, was sentenced to a term of 11 years and three months in federal prison after his conviction for the distribution of methamphetamine. Patton will also be subjected to three years of supervised release following his prison term.

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Gov. Jim Justice announced that he has appointed Greg Wooten to the West Virginia State Board of Education. “Greg Wooten is a fantastic addition to the West Virginia State Board of Education,” Gov. Justice said. “With his wealth of experience and dedication to our great state, he will bring fresh perspectives to […]

Residents in Clay, Hardy, Kanawha, Mercer, Mingo, and Randolph counties that participate in family assistance programs will become part of a pilot program beginning Monday, according to the Department of Health and Human Resources. Residents who receive benefits from assistance programs will begin the transition to a new system. They...

On this West Virginia Week, we learned about human trafficking in the state. We heard from U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., about his decision not to run again for the U.S. Senate. We also heard from community members on the West Side in Charleston facing the natural gas outage. Briana...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -There is s a first ever Christmas light celebration in Charleston that is taking the town by storm. The Salango Dirty Birds Light up the Night Festival offers two million luminaries, ice skating, a kids train ride and all sorts of Christmassy confections. In the first 11 days, more than 20,000 people attended the festivities. Tony Cavalier stopped by Go Mart Park on a cold night to check out the ice fun and excitement!