News Staff A man accused of driving under the influence during a crash that killed a 16-year-old boy in Cabell County was sentenced to prison Monday. Samuel McCoy, who previously pleaded guilty to DUI causing death and fleeing causing death in a 2023 crash, was sentenced to up to 30 years in prison. In October 2023, deputies … Read more
Officials in Hurricane are seeking the public’s help identifying three people in an investigation into damage at the city’s skate park. Hurricane Mayor Scott Edwards said the three individuals, who were pictured on surveillance video allegedly damaging the skate park, caused “major” damage. The mayor said the Hurricane Police Department is investigating the incident and … Read more
Charleston hosted the state high school football championships instead of Wheeling this year, and scored big. Families from across the state traveled to the capitol for games at the University of Charleston’s Laidley Field. Eyewitness News talked with fans who were comfortable with the setup and parking. CEO and president of the Charleston Convention and … Read more
The Marshall University men’s soccer team is playing in the national championship final tonight after defeating No. 1 ranked Ohio State 1-0 on Friday night in the semifinals in Cary, North Carolina. The Herd won the Men’s College Cup in 2021. They’ll face Vermont tonight for the 2024 Championship.
Marshall University notified tournament officials that the team will opt out of the Independence Bowl matchup against Army. The decision was made after more than 25 players entered the transfer portal following former head coach Charles Huff’s exit to Southern Miss, according to Yahoo News. The Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl announced on social media that … Read more
The Capital Sports Center is still two years away from opening, but the board is laying the groundwork now. The facility is looking into getting a license which would allow for the sale of beer, wine and liquor. Construction will begin next March, and the Capital Sports Center will open in December 2026. The complex … Read more
A man has added multiple charges to his rap sheet after he escaped from court Wednesday, where he was facing a firearm charge, and hid in nearby attics until K-9 tracked him down. Eyewitness News reported 39-year old Steven Clemens was arrested after a warrant was issued for being a prohibited person in possession of … Read more
A two-year-old is dead after a shooting in Logan County Saturday. It happened about 11 a.m. at a home along Madison Street in the Chapmanville area, according to West Virginia State Police. Reports are that the gunshot was self-inflicted and accidental. State police are investigating the circumstances surround the shooting and the Logan County Prosecutor … Read more
A Wood County deputy was struck by a vehicle and dragged several yards Tuesday during an extortion investigation. The Wood County Sheriff’s Office said detectives were conducting surveillance as part of an extortion investigation when a vehicle arrived at the predetermined location to retrieve money as part of the demands. Once the money exchanged hands, … Read more
Military Times released its rankings of the Best Colleges for Vets, and the University of Charleston made the list. The school was ranked 242 overall, and #78 in offering both online and in-person learning, #4 in West Virginia schools, #28 in the Appalachian region, and #53 in private, not-for-profit schools. Military Times surveys colleges and … Read more