A new study commissioned by the West Virginia Coal Association shows that mining and coal-fired power generation still has a 14-billion-dollar impact on the West Virginia economy. The state still has nearly 100 mines in operation.
West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner is Washington D.C., speaking before the U.S. Senate Rules and Administration Committee. He is one of five witnesses being asked to speak before the committee votes on the “For the People Act.” The bill focuses on election security and increased voter access.
Governor Justice is talking up his tax plan at the same time the House Finance Committee is considering a different income tax proposal. Justice talked about his proposal with a hand-picked group of business leaders. The House proposal would establish a “personal income tax reduction fund,” allowing tax rates to be reduced when the fund … Read more
Governor Justice is opening up COVID-19 vaccination to anyone over the age of sixteen. People over sixty-five will continue to be a priority, but new data shows seventy-percent of that age group have been vaccinated.
TSA agents at Yeager Airport stopped a Florida man when they found a 9mm hand gun and a loaded magazine in some carry-on luggage. The man was briefly detained for questioning and faces federal charges for bringing a gun to an airport checkpoint.
A federal judge is ordering a Morgantown man, charged with assaulting federal officers during the January 6th riot at the U.S. Capitol, to remain in jail. Prosecutors argued that George Tanios is a danger to the community and a flight risk.
A woman is under arrest for shooting at a vehicle in Scioto County. The victim tried to get away and hit another vehicle. No one was hurt. Twenty-four-year-old Alyson Gilley is charged with assault.
West Virginia lawmakers are raising concerns over COVID-19 protocols after Delegate Brandon Steele tested positive for the virus. Lawmakers are allowed to remove their mask when speaking on the floor, but some are refusing to wear a mask. Leaders sent out a reminder that there is a mask mandate and punishment for refusing to wear … Read more
Gov. Jim Justice announced Monday that the state is opening up coronavirus vaccinations to all residents ages 16 and over. It begins now, so anyone 16 years of age and over can register for a vaccine. Priority will still be given to those 65 and older. Justice also announced that all fairs and festivals and … Read more
Logan County deputies said a man who became belligerent and threatened emergency room staff members at Logan Regional Medical Center faces multiple charges. Austin Murphy was taken into custody after an incident Sunday at the hospital, according to a news release from the Logan County Sheriff’s Office. Hospital security detained Murphy and he was combative … Read more