State Government
McCuskey, Morrisey declare separate victories against ‘woke virus’
DEP questions data center developer confidentiality claims in air permit requests
DOJ: W.Va. corrections officer sentenced to prison following inmate death in 2022
Federal Government
West Virginia’s Capito questions FBI director on budget requests, talks CJIS facility
West Virginia Sen. Capito: Head Start funding restored to Trump’s budget proposal
Capito Says HHS Gave ‘Insufficient Answer’ On Black Lung Program
Trump administration unveils air traffic control overhaul plan
Senate fails to advance crypto bill amid Democratic opposition
State & Local News
So far, so good with REAL ID requirement
West Virginia officials celebrates selection of first American-born pope
West Virginians React To New Pope
The Most Rev. Mark Brennan, Bishop Of The Wheeling-Charleston Diocese Congratulates New Pope
Manchin: God bless America and God bless the new Pope
Regional News
VT study reveals some major US cities slowly sinking
Kennywood’s biggest coaster reopens this weekend
Ohio bill offers protection for off-label prescriptions
National News
Robert Prevost, first American pope in history of the Catholic Church, takes the name Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV pledges to ‘build bridges’ in 1st remarks as pontiff
Business/Financial/Economic Development
Cleveland-Cliffs says Weirton project fell apart over partnership, broader financial pressures
Trump keeps 10% tariffs on UK but cuts taxes on British autos, steel and aluminum with trade deal
Data suggests economic growth receded in first quarter of 2025
Children & Families
All In Foster Care Summit focuses on uniting churches and foster care families together to help tackle crisis
205 Child Sex Abuse Offenders Arrested in FBI-led Nationwide Crackdown
West Virginia Child Advocacy Network Announces New Leadership
Courts & Crime
‘No rational plan’: Federal judge hears from miners, workers affected by NIOSH cuts
Editorials & Opinions
Morrisey’s executive order on immunization exemptions is wrong on multiple levels
Revenue: Cautious approach to spending is needed
Education
West Virginia school district warns of dangerous TikTok trend involving Chromebook misuse
Marion County Schools adjusting after DOGE cuts
Elections & Politics
Biden admits he ‘wasn’t surprised’ Trump won election over Harris
Energy & Environment
EPA officials to make Charleston listening stop for plan to weaken water protections
Carbon capture and storage involves many steps for safety
Peabody and Anglo American release updates on steelmaking coal acquisition
First Responders, Military
Roxalana fire station faces uncertain future after black mold forces its closure
Health Care
Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use, a study finds
Insurance
States try to revive Medicaid work requirements, worrying some low-income Americans
Medicaid payments barely keep hospital mental health units afloat. Federal cuts could sink them
Interesting News
WV-Founded Luxury Brand Morgan Rhea Featured in Forbes Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.)
Charleston officials announce 2025 Live on the Levee line-up
Senior Citizens
The Hidden Impact of Poor Sleep
What Every Caregiver Needs to Know
Sports
Pittsburgh Pirates manager ‘relieved of his duties’
Date set for MBB Backyard Brawl in Morgantown
Substance Use Disorder
City of Fairmont completes opioid grant distribution process
Technology & Utilities
Sen. Capito to Commerce Department: Dial up efforts to review federal broadband grants
West Virginia Broadband Enhancement Council receives briefing on federal funding pause
Broadband Summit opens students’ eyes about high-tech jobs
Hope Gas Proposes Rate Hike for West Virginia Customers
Tourism & Nature
Coopers Rock stargazing cabins win award ahead of opening
West Virginia Strawberry Festival 2025: Full schedule
Appalachian Blues Fest announces lineup, expanded schedule for July event |