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W.Va. pays hundreds of residents' auto repair bills each year. Here's how.

Inside a windowless room in one of the handful of non-descript government buildings inside the Capitol Complex in Charleston, Legislative Claims Commissioner J. Rudy Martin called a man

BridgeValley approved for early retirement incentive if needed

An interim legislative committee recently approved a request by BridgeValley Community and Technical College to authorize buyouts and early retirement if they would ever need such an option.

Best Places to Live in Charleston, West Virginia

Spread the loveCharleston, the capital of West Virginia, offers a mix of urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Top Neighborhoods: South Hills: Upscale area with beautiful homes and views East End: Historic district with a mix of architectural styles Kanawha City: Family-friendly area with good schools Key Features: Rich history and cultural attractions Beautiful natural surroundings with rivers and mountains State government and healthcare are major employers Each of these cities offers unique characteristics and advantages for potential residents.

Marshall football: Herd enters pivotal matchup against Coastal with extra motivation

"We play every day for the 75. This game that's coming up is just a remembrance for them," defensive lineman Mike Green said. We kind of just have that mentality throughout the whole year. We're playing for these 75 guys and girls for sure.

RHL Boulevard connector from Jefferson Road now open in South Charleston

The bridge and connector road now features traffic signals that allow left turns between Jefferson Road and RHL Boulevard.

Prep volleyball state finals roundup: Philip Barbour, Bridgeport prevail

As the latest high-impact Philip Barbour-Oak Glen volleyball match neared its crescendo, Heather Halfin found a moment for levity – or something like it, anyway.

High school football playoffs in limbo as courts litigate

High school football playoffs in West Virginia remain in limbo as courts litigate where to go from here. The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has an official request to get involved. Officials with the West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission (WVSSAC) told WSAZ’s Curtis Johnson on Wednesday that it would go to the state Supreme Court of Appeals for one answer that will fix everything.

Bluefield's city camera network helps track down Charleston shooting suspect

A city's network of security cameras and work between law enforcement agencies recently led to the arrest of a shooting suspect wanted on felony charges in Charleston.

Every year, hundreds of West Virginians take their auto repair bills to the state and get money. Here’s how it works.

The Legislative Claims Commission handles claims against West Virginia — including claims that damage ... of non-descript government buildings inside the Capitol Complex in Charleston, Legislative Claims Commissioner J. Rudy Martin called a man up ...

Bees make historic run to Class A/AA state soccer championship

It's not often the case that when a team appears in their first-ever title game that they win the whole thing.

Charleston Southern faces UT Rio Grande Valley in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia

BOTTOM LINE: Charleston Southern faces UT Rio Grande Valley in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. Charleston Southern went 10-20 overall with a 4-9 record in non-conference play in the 2023-24 season. The Buccaneers averaged 67.6 points per game while ...

Shady Spring volleyball dominates Weir, advances to semifinals

Coming into the week, multiple teams in the area appeared in the State Volleyball Tournament. Before Shady Spring, every single local team had lost early on. Now there’s just one standing who moves on to play in the Semi-finals on Wednesday night.

Another former CO at Southern Regional Jail pleads guilty to inmate’s death

A former correctional officer at the Southern Regional Jail admitted in federal court Wednesday to his role in the March 2022 beating death of inmate Quantez Burks. Will Thompson Mark Holdren, 40, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy against the rights of the victim,

First lady Cathy Justice sworn into West Virginia Board of Education

First Lady Cathy Justice was sworn in as an official member of the West Virginia Board of Education at the West Virginia Board of Education meeting on Nov. 13, 2024. She was sworn in by Kanawha County Circuit Judge Stephanie Abraham,

Wanted Ohio man taken into custody in Kanawha County, officials say

Marshals said an arrest warrant was issued in Franklin County, Ohio, on Nov. 1 for Allen for felony rape of a 14-year-old child. Allen is currently being held in West Virginia as he awaits extradition back to Ohio, the news release said.

Fans react to changes going on in state high school sport tournaments this year

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Fans at the three-day state Volleyball Tournament underway in Charleston say that there’s no reason why all student athletes shouldn’t be getting a chance to compete after it was announced Sunday that the Class Single A volleyball tournament was getting dropped indefinitely.

Famous pink mansion on Charleston's Battery hits market for $22.5M

The John Ravenel House at 5 East Battery St. could beat out Kiawah's Vanderhorst Mansion, which sold for $20M in 2021, for the most expensive sale in Charleston.

WVU men’s basketball guard Ofri Naveh to take redshirt this season

West Virginia University forward Ofri Naveh did not play in the Mountaineers’ season-opening win over Robert Morris Monday night, and he will not see the court at all

Morrisey caps his last campaign swing for governor in his home county

Patrick Morrisey, finishing his third term as West Virginia’s attorney general, scheduled his last public campaign stop for governor Monday evening before a group of fellow Republicans in Charles Town.

West Virginia construction company, restaurant owner pleads guilty to federal tax crimes

A Jackson County, West Virginia, man is facing prison time after failing to file an individual income tax return and avoiding payment of $20,000 in taxes withhe

Republican Patrick Morrisey wins West Virginia governor’s race

Republican Attorney General Patrick Morrisey easily won the West Virginia governor’s race Tuesday, using an endorsement from former […]

West Virginia General Election 2024 Results

The polls are closing in West Virginia, and Election 2024 results will soon be coming in from counties across the Mountain State.

West Virginia Travel Guide

West Virginia, seen here at the New River Gorge, is often rated one of the safest U.S. states in which to travel and vacation. Our West Virginia Travel Guide includes everything you'll need to arrange a West Virginia vacation in a matter of minutes.

New look Mountaineers women's team takes it to Towson Tuesday night at home

When West Virginia's women's basketball team opens its season against Towson on Tuesday night at the Coliseum, all eyes will be centered upon the backcourt duo of JJ

Statewide burn ban issued as drought conditions continue

As drought conditions continue in West Virginia, Gov. Jim Justice on Monday issued a proclamation banning outdoor burning in all 55 counties.

Rate hikes can pose challenges for utility assistance programs

At EnAct Community Action, utility assistance is just one way they serve their five-county region in Kanawha, Clay, Boone, Fayette and Putnam to provide service

Kanawha County Commission candidates give support, address issues with Charleston’s future Capital Sports Center

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Both of the Kanawha County Commission ... Tennant, former Secretary of State, won over longtime but embattled Commissioner Kent Carper. West Virginia GOP Chairman Matt Herridge and Democratic Party Chairman Mike Pushkin talk about ...

Free metered parking coming to Charleston

The Charleston City Council announced Monday that several upcoming Saturdays will feature free on-street parking in the city.

As statewide drought continues, Justice enacts outdoor burn ban amidst dry conditions

Due to extremely dry conditions and low water levels, Governor Jim Justice has announced a statewide ban on all outdoor burning in West Virginia, starting Nov. 4, 2024. It will continue until circumstances improve and the Governor rescinds the order.

West Coast Eagles

Waalitj Marawar can’t play finals but they can end a four-game losing streak when they play against Sydney on Saturday and their captain Emma Swanson knows that type of momentum will help during the pre-season. Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) defender Evie ...

Mon Health West Virginia hospital chief administrative officer to retire

Kevin Stalnaker, chief administrative officer of Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Hospital, will retire at the end of 2025.

Class AA, Region 4 XC: Buffalo boys, Hoover girls claim team titles

Buffalo’s boys and Herbert Hoover’s girls claimed the Class AA, Region 4 cross country team titles on Thursday at the Kennedy Center.

Highmark West Virginia donates $102,000 in grant funds to West Virginia United Way Agencies

The Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health awarded $102,000 in grants to United Way organizations across West Virginia on Thursday.

West Virginia sex offender sought by U.S. Marshals, reward offered

Federal investigators are asking for help from the public to locate a West Virginia man wanted failure to register as a sex offender and violating parole.Gabrie

12th annual First Lady Student Ornament Competition seeks entrees

First Lady Cathy Justice is inviting all West Virginia students to participate in the twentieth annual First Lady Student Ornament Competition.

Stabbing under investigation in Charleston

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A woman is in custody after a Friday morning stabbing in Charleston. Police said the altercation occurred at a residence in the 1200 block of Griffin Drive at around 4:30 a.m. The victim suffered a non-life-threatening stab wound to the leg. Police described the victim as uncooperative.