News Staff A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction order halting the enforcement of certain areas of recent West Virginia legislation that banned certain food colors and ingredients. The International Association of Color Manufacturers originally filed a lawsuit over the state of West Virginia in October over the matter, saying that the legislation violates West Virginia … Read more
A fire broke out on Tuesday and destroyed a mobile home in Mason County, that according to firefighters. The fire occurred toward the Point Pleasant area of the county, according to the Point Pleasant Fire Department. Firefighters said that no one was injured from the blaze. Firefighters also said that the cause of the fire, … Read more
Parts of the country are seeing flu cases earlier than expected. West Virginia is not yet in that category, but the holidays, family gatherings and travel have some experts predicting a tougher-than-normal flu season. A new strain of the flu virus is spreading quickly. Public health officials say so far, its West Virginia impact is … Read more
County commissioners have a tough decision to make regarding Steel of West Virginia. As One of the company’s buildings was assessed two times, and as a result Steel of West Virginia overpaid $1.4 million in taxes to the county. Steel of West Virginia Controller James Johnson said they are seeking help to find how they … Read more
Three people died in a house fire in Huntington early Tuesday morning, firefighters said. The fire was reported about 5:45 a.m. Tuesday at an abandoned structure in the 300 block of West Eighth Street, according to the Huntington Fire Department. When firefighters arrived, they said they found heavy smoke, but the fire seemed to be … Read more
The suspect in the November shooting of two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington, D.C. faces more felony charges. According to a criminal complaint filed to the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, of Afghanistan now faces numerous charges: First-degree premeditated murder while armed. Assault with intent to … Read more
A Sissonville man accused of killing his wife was out on bond for allegedly abusing her. Deputies say 46-year-old Jason Phillips called 911 around 3 a.m. Saturday and reported shooting his wife, Joanna Phillips, inside their Allens Fork Road home. He’s now charged with first-degree murder. Court records show Phillips was free on a personal … Read more
West Virginia University recognized 12-hundred graduates during last weekend’s commencement. The university is also seeing record high applications and enrollment. WVU officials say more than 6,000 families have already completed the FAFSA, giving students earlier clarity on financial aid and helping with recruitment. Retention rates are also improving, with first-generation student retention up to 78.6 … Read more
Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin announced $540,000 in Opioid Settlement Grants awarded to 14 local organizations. The grants, administered with the United Way of Central West Virginia and guided by the Opioid Community Council, fund evidence-based treatment, prevention, and recovery programs across the city. Recipients include health centers, recovery homes, and youth programs, supporting services … Read more
A driver is facing DUI charges after crashing into a West Virginia State Police cruiser near Davis Creek Saturday night. State Police say the wreck happened around 11 p.m. at U.S. Route 119 and Terry Road. No injuries were reported. Troopers say the cruiser was on the way to assist with a pursuit connected to … Read more