State Government
April State Revenue Up Year To Year
State has spent over $490K since 2020 on outside legal help for wide-ranging cases
W.Va. public broadcasters voice concerns for impact of federal cuts to PBS, NPR
Federal Government
100 Days Under the Dome: Capito, Justice, Moore reflect on new roles on Capitol Hill
Federal Grants Support W.Va. Food Chain
More job cuts at NIOSH, Roberts reacts
UMWA’s Cecil E. Roberts condemns “cowardly” layoffs at NIOSH, warns of severe worker safety risks
Trump draws criticism with AI image of himself as the pope ahead of the papal conclave
State & Local News
Fairmont seeks federal funding for ongoing projects
North Central West Virginia Airport’s new terminal tentatively scheduled to open in October
Drought Outlook shows Eastern Panhandle drought conditions persist
Regional News
Video: Road Rage Turns Rotten: Woman Arrested for Defecating on Car
National News
Catholic leaders criticize Trump for posting apparent AI photo of himself as the pope
China says it’s considering trade talks with U.S., but demands canceled tariffs
Don’t have a REAL ID yet? That could cause you travel headaches after May 7
Business/Financial/Economic Development
Some West Virginia counties expected to turn their economic tide, but one project is not enough, expert says
Warren Buffett shocks shareholders by announcing his intention to retire at the end of the year
Big Lots reopening stores in Princeton, Beckley, Oak Hill and Fairmont
Shein and Temu will cost more, thanks to massive tariffs going into effect
Children & Families
After legislative inaction, childcare task force look to community-based solutions
Courts & Crime
McCuskey, 23 State AGs Sue Vermont Over Climate Law
Morrisey vetoes bill providing judicial pay raises
Trump, in a new interview, says he doesn’t know if he backs due process rights
Editorials & Opinions
Medicaid cuts would hit WV harder than most states
Challenges: Lawmakers must rise to the moment
Microgrid Legislation Offers Bright Future for W.Va.
Struggling
State in need of honest priorities
Education
Morrisey’s vaccination exemption executive order will continue to be used
WVSOM graduates 185 new physicians, recognizes first biomedical sciences master’s class
Elections & Politics
Morrisey: No photo ID, no vote Governor signs voter photo ID bill into law.
Energy & Environment
Carbon capture and storage involves many steps for safety
States’ nuclear energy growth needs federal action to follow Trump’s vocal support
First Responders, Military
From mail clerk to Brigadier General, Cadle’s career at National Guard covered it all
Jane Lew VFD hosts annual Art, Craft, Food Truck Fest
WV Lifeline Ambulance Services LLC announces upcoming launch
Health Care
Marshall Health Network expands in Mason County
Does West Virginia need ‘certificate of need’ laws?
Eye surgery access to expand in West Virginia in July
Mon Medical Center earns A in Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Cuts have eliminated more than a dozen US government health-tracking programs
MAP: Over 900 measles case confirmed in 29 states
Insurance
West Virginians raise alarm on impact of potential Medicaid cuts
Interesting News
What is thunderstorm asthma?
Poison ivy cures can be found in the woods
A telescope’s powerful new tool may offer a better way to predict solar storms
Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.)
Former West Virginia TV meteorologist makes first court appearance
Senior Citizens
Summers County Council on Aging hosts fundraiser car show
Sports
WVU closing in on the Big 12 title after a 5-0, series-clinching win over Texas Tech Jack
Substance Use Disorder
Drop in overdose deaths, parental abuse programs linked to less kids entering foster care
Attorney General McCuskey announces distribution of $3.5 million to cities and counties as part of drug settlement
WV counties, cities to receive Pfizer settlement checks
Technology & Utilities
Hope Gas files base rate adjustment rate hike request with West Virginia Public Service Commission
Appalachian Power Still Has Too Much Coal, And It’s Costly
Tourism & Nature
WVDNR urges West Virginians to secure trash and remove bird feeders, other bear attractants |
