State Government
Morrisey awards infrastructure grants, reviews flood relief effort
McCuskey didn’t join 40 AGs fighting a proposed federal ban on states crafting their own AI laws
WV DOH says repairs will be made to a troublesome dip at a bridge along I-64 in Kanawha County
WV State Parks Foundation Funding Provided for Marketing and Web
Federal Government
Capito participates in fire station dedication, tours manufacturing business in West Virginia
RFK Jr. seeks dismissal of NIOSH lawsuit
USDA Commits $14.5 Million to Strengthen State Meat and Poultry Inspection Programs
NPR sues Trump administration over executive order to cut federal funding to public media
State & Local News
At least 13 extremist groups were active in WV in 2024, per the Southern Poverty Law Center
One lane of new Jefferson Road bridge in South Charleston now open to traffic
Regional News
Cucumber items in WV, KY recalled over salmonella
Trump says U.S. Steel will keep HQ in Pittsburgh
Bill would make Superman Ohio’s official superhero
National & World News
In 9th flight, SpaceX launches Starship but it enters spin and is expected to burn up
Business/Financial/Economic Development
Officials say skilled-trades jobs available in West Virginia
zNike announces price hikes in June
Children & Families
Mayer looks to use what he heard in listening sessions to help with future of child welfare system
Courts & Crime
Human trafficking in West Virginia: Survivor’s escape sheds light on local threats
Editorials & Opinions
OPINION: West Virginia built on hard work, energy production
Morrisey’s request to change SNAP shows poor West Virginians lose when rich people represent us
Reporter’s Notebook: Senate seat chase
Improve Dental Health in W.Va.
Danger in the Air
Education
Both West Virginia students pass first round at 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee
Marshall University’s Community Cares Week draws nearly 1,000 volunteers, yields major campus improvements
WV nonprofit bridges summer food gap for school kids
Elections & Politics
Judge Dan Greear announces 2026 election bid for Intermediate Court seat
Meet the Candidates event planned
Energy & Environment
EPA Plan Exempts Gas- and Coal-Fired Power from Emissions Regs
Kanawha County gas storage and pipeline project cost overruns pegged at $5.7M+
Coal plants report losses, oversupply amid rate increase plans
First Responders, Military
Fayetteville Fire Department Improves ISO Rating, Potentially Lowering Insurance Costs for Local Residents
Local EMA service receives $20,000
Health Care
RFK Jr. ends COVID vaccine recommendation for healthy children, pregnant people
WVU Hospitals celebrates fifth Project SEARCH graduating class
Mental Health Awareness Month 2025 Builds on Decades of Advocacy to Advance Access and End Stigma
Insurance
The Health Plan launches its own “Mountaineer Mile”
West Virginia Republicans back plan to cut Medicaid and SNAP benefits in favor of tax cuts
Interesting News
EXCLUSIVE: An up close look at the Green Bank Telescope
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: 10 Often Overlooked Ways to Support an Autistic Child’s Wellbeing
WV spelling whiz competes in Scripps spelling bee
Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.)
Trump Vows to Pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley in Call with Their Children
Rick Derringer, who had a hit with ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and produced ‘Weird Al,’ dies at 77
Former Diddy assistant claims he threatened her life, plotted to kill Kid Cudi
Senior Citizens
West Virginia’s aging population brings urgent health care and policy challenges
Sports
WV track state champion’s political shirt goes viral
Officials say USA Cycling Pro Road National Championship sees even more success in its second year in the Capital City
A guide to minor league baseball in West Virginia: Teams, traditions and fan fun
Former WV Black Bear makes MLB debut for Pittsburgh
Substance Use Disorder
Methadone treatment could stem West Virginia’s overdose crisis. Lawmakers won’t allow more clinics.
Technology & Utilities
$2.5 Million In Grants Slated For Sewer, Water Upgrades In 3 W.Va. Counties
Tourism & Nature
Monongahela National Forest announces 2025 recreation site openings
School-Business Partnership Teaches Pocahontas County Students Outdoor Skills |
