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  “The Well” at the center of the West Virginia State Capitol is a casual meeting place for lawmakers, lobbyists, citizens, and staff. It’s located in the Capitol Rotunda and is often busy during the legislature’s 60-day Regular Session.  
 

 

 

 

  Another WV legislative session neglects flood resiliency fund amid slow recovery

West Virginia Gov. Morrisey signs budget, but cuts more than $100M

Morrisey Signs State Budget Into Law, But Cuts Millions Proposed By Legislature

These items were vetoed from WV’s 2026 budget

Local officials still question property tax split, zoning restrictions on data center legislation

Legislature moves West Virginia libraries under tourism department

Will West Virginia have a 2025 special legislative session?

 
 

 

 

News Headlines

 

 

 

State Government 

Morrisey names Wolfinbarger new PEIA director

West Virginia governor appoints Brent Wolfingbarger as PEIA director

WV VOAD appoints Conley as new director

 

Federal Government 

FBI Director Kash Patel visits fingerprint/biometrics facility in West Virginia, praising workforce for dedication and hard work

West Virginians involved with case for, against release of Garcia

Trump faces bipartisan criticism over Abrego Garcia deportation

Vance set to visit India for bilateral talks on economic, trade and geopolitical ties

WV cities see protesters gather in opposition to Trump

 

State & Local News 

WV Yeager Airport officials say time is almost up to get your REAL ID for boarding domestic flights

‘Hands Off’ protest draws crowd to Harrison County Courthouse in Clarksburg, West Virginia

 

Regional News 

Judge strikes down an Ohio law limiting kids’ use of social media as unconstitutional

 

National News 

Christians Celebrate Easter Sunday, Honoring the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

250 years after America went to war for independence, a divided nation battles over its legacy

Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks ‘coming to a head’ and ‘no one is playing’ him in push to end war

This Midwestern city has long been a federal hub. The pain from DOGE’s cuts is everywhere

 

Business/Financial/Economic Development 

BMX facility next on Mylan Park’s project checklist

Old church renovated into lodge to help local economies

 

Children & Families 

 Morrisey’s line-item budget vetoes slash funds for vulnerable children during foster care crisis

Strollers and other baby products will get more expensive — and harder to find — with tariffs

 

Courts & Crime  

Kate White takes over as executive director of West Virginia Legal Aid

 

Editorials & Opinions

How the case of Abrego Garcia tests one of the bedrock principles of our country

Easter: A day for rebirth, renewal and faith

Statehouse Beat: The worst legislative session ever … so far

 

Education 

ACLU files lawsuit on behalf of Marshall grad student

WVU student selected as university’s 27th Truman Scholar

Dr. Bethany Meighen to become 13th president of Concord University

 

Energy & Environment  

West Virginia Coal Hall of Fame Inducts 27th Class of Honorees

 

First Responders, Military 

Mural dedicated to WW2 hero Hershel “Woody” Williams

Monongalia EMS Joins Life Saving Blood Transfusion Stabilization Program

Raleigh County recognizes 911 dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

 

Health Care

More pharmacies offer to speed prescription deliveries to customers

RFK Jr.’s autism remarks spark outrage among parents and advocates

 

Insurance

GOP delegate says West Virginia hospitals rely on Medicaid patients to remain operational

 

Interesting News 

Ancient Footprints Unearthed at John Day Fossil Beds Reveal Prehistoric Animal Behaviors

Astronomers Detect Strongest Evidence Yet of Alien Life on Distant Planet

Will West Virginia have a hot start to summer?

 

Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.) 

The Black Crowes: Tiny Desk Concert

 

Senior Citizens

Your Social Security payment could be larger this month, do you qualify?

Weirton Senior Center offering events for community

 

Sports 

Phil Forte joins WVU coaching staff

 

Substance Use Disorder

Cabell County Schools transfers former elementary school building over to local non-profit, Lily’s Place

 

Technology & Utilities  

The Justice Department is about to make its case for a Google breakup. Here’s what to know

 

Tourism & Nature

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum holds annual easter hunt

 

 

 

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