Court records said Quinton Levon Lucas, 28, of Huntington, is accused of beating and robbing another man on Tuesday. Lucas is charged with malicious or unlawful assault and robbery in an incident in the 800 block of Sixth Avenue, according to a criminal complaint filed in Cabell County Magistrate Court. Police said when they responded … Read more
Department of Natural Resource Police are responsible for boating safety on the state level and they’re stepping up efforts to curb drunk boating this week and unveiling its new dive team. Operation Dry Water, a nationwide effort promoting safe and sober boating, is underway during the Fourth of July holiday, a major time for boating … Read more
A family’s pets were killed in a house fire Wednesday in Huntington, firefighters said. The fire was reported in the 100 block of River Avenue in Huntington, according to Cabell County dispatchers. Firefighters said two dogs and a cat died in the blaze. No one was home at the time of the incident. Officials said … Read more
West Virginia’s Department of Health wants everyone to celebrate the 4th safely, so here are some suggestions: Wear safety goggles, Light fireworks outside, one at a time, Avoid standing near fireworks after lighting. Do not hold fireworks close to your body Follow instructions on packaging, Comply with local laws/ Keep a water supply nearby and … Read more
A man has been arrested in an armed robbery investigation and Fayette County deputies say he faces additional charges for assaulting his girlfriend for identifying him. Clinton H. Hall, 50, of Mossy is charged with armed robbery and presentation of a firearm in the commission of a felony in an incident on June 15 at … Read more
Brooke Kessler, 32, of Hurricane is charged in the death of her 16-day-old infant. Her was sent to a Putnam County grand jury. Troopers said the infant, a girl, had “multiple, serious injuries” that medical staff at CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital said were suspicious and not an accident, according to a news release from … Read more
Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, declaring Friday, July 5, 2024, as a full-day state holiday for public employees. “We should all take time to reflect on all the sacrifices made by our veterans and active duty military members this Independence Day,” Gov. Justice said. “Their sacrifices are the reason we can celebrate the … Read more
Peak Health and WVU Medicine are pleased to announce a groundbreaking new partnership with Mylan Park, West Virginia’s premier recreation, sport, health, and wellness complex. A rendering of new signage at the entrance to the Peak Health Aquatic Center at Mylan Park. On July 1, Mylan Park’s aquatic center was named the Peak Health Aquatic … Read more
The mother of an infant has been charged with death of a child by parent or guardian, according to a news release from West Virginia State Police. The child, 16 days old at the time was found unresponsive at 9:40 p.m. Thursday, and through the investigation of Trooper T.A. Fisher, mother Brooke Kessler, 33, of … Read more
Police officers in St. Albans said an investigation has been launched into a former high school girls basketball coach. Officers said they began investigating St. Albans High School Girls Basketball Coach Ricky Steele in May, but will not release information on the nature of that investigation. Kanawha County Schools Spokesperson Briana Warner said they have … Read more