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  Governor signs three bills supporting gun sellers and manufacturers  
 

 

 

News Headlines

 

 

 

State Government 

 Morrisey signs bill into law increasing criminal penalties for drug dealers in WV

 

Federal Government 

cxDelinquent penalties piling up for Justice coal company amid environmental violations

‘Needs will go unmet:’ DOGE AmeriCorps cuts expected to affect WV housing construction organization

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State & Local News 

Putnam County to Be Bitten by DOGE

Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston mourns passing of Pope Francis

 

Regional News 

Kentucky officials report measles case in non-resident; vaccine rates down

Ohio lawmakers attempt to end elections for coroners

 

National News 

Police fatally shoot 1 after shooting in South Carolina tourist town of Myrtle Beach injures 11

Catholic faithful pay respects to Pope Francis; his tomb opens to public in Rome

Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral and last popemobile ride

 

Business/Financial/Economic Development 

Interstate-79 Corridor and North Central West Virginia to see continued growth, expert says

 Tech-related tariffs remain uncertain, but prepare for cost hikes, experts say

 

Children & Families 

“Deprived of Food and Water”: Teen’s Interview Uncovers Chilling Abuse in Wyoming County

Quarters for CASA event aims to raise funds for programs

 

Courts & Crime  

West Virginians Report $24M in Online Scam Losses

Mangione pleads not guilty

Luigi Mangione’s case marks a shift in politics of the death penalty in the U.S.

 

Editorials & Opinions

Cleanup

Fast work not always best work

 

Education 

WV community college council discusses policy changes that will impact state CTCs moving forward

State Department of Education working to eliminate foods with banned artificial dyes before next school year

Ten year accreditation a big “stamp of approval” for WVSOM

International students at risk of being forced to leave WVU and Marshall have their legal status restored

 

Elections & Politics

 Morrisey signs bill requiring West Virginia cities to hold elections on same day as the state

 

Energy & Environment  

Trump’s push to save the fading coal industry gets a warm embrace in West Virginia

Trump said he would end the ‘war on coal.’ His tariffs will likely hurt the industry

Five petroleum product pipelines were completed in the United States in 2024

 

First Responders, Military 

Former Prince George’s County Fire Chief, West Virginia native Benjamin Barksdale Jr. Dies After Distinguished Career

Raleigh County Sheriff’s Office launches new internet safety initiative

Law enforcement carries the flag for abused children at Parkersburg ceremony

TCSO receives grant to expand EMT program

 

Health Care

W.Va. Is One Of 20 U.S. States Without A Measles Case This Year

 The US has nearly 900 measles cases, and 10 states have active outbreaks. Here’s what to know

 

Insurance

West Virginia Treasurer Pack calls for major overhaul of PEIA

 

Interesting News 

Pepperoni rolls remain top dog of North Central West Virginia cuisine

 

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

Former local TV meteorologist arrested in sexual extortion case

 

Senior Citizens

West Virginia senior services official learns of local programs

 

Sports 

Steelers’ Harmon drafted, then faces heartbreaking loss of mother

Mike Green drafted in second round by Baltimore Ravens

West Virginia’s Wyatt Milum chosen by Jacksonville Jaguars in third round

NFL undrafted free agent signings recap

 

Substance Use Disorder

West Virginia First Foundation begins a ‘deep dive’ in recent OD death stats

 

Technology & Utilities  

W.Va. broadband switch to satellite internet may cost jobs, hurt consumers

 

Tourism & Nature 

West Virginia State Parks Foundation Names Executive Director

 

 

 

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