West Virginia
West Virginia Charges Prisoners 3 Cents a Minute to Read Free E-Books
A contract between the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation and Global Tel Link has brought electronic tablets to 10 West Virginia prisons, but at a price.
Outage Map of Residents Without Power Across Northeastern United States
Severe weather affected many parts of the eastern United States on Thursday evening and Friday morning.
West Virginia vs. Baylor: Can Bears Avoid Halloween Night Trickery?
No. 12 Baylor returns from its bye week as one of the only nine teams left undefeated in the FBS and will look to improve to 8-0.
Where Are States Sending Their Opioid Dollars?
With recent criticism comparing opioid settlements to the tobacco settlements from decades ago—where billions of dollars went unaccounted for—all eyes are on local officials and their burgeoning settlement coffers.
Charleston Christmas Parade Keeps Name After Complaints from Citizens
Charleston, West Virginia, reversed their decision to rename their Christmas parade after complaints.
Rape of Gay Son Was Ignored by School, Lawsuit Claims
A gay high school student was allegedly raped months after complaints of bullying fell of deaf ears, according to a lawsuit filed by the boy's mother.
How Hot Will It Get This Weekend? Excessive Heat Temperatures Expected
The National Weather Service has urged the public to stay safe in the excessive heat.
7 Americans Die in Helicopter Crash Near Bahamas: Report
One of the deceased is reportedly a billionaire coal-mining tycoon from West Virginia. The others have not been identified.
Florida Man Gives Visitor Cigarettes, Alcohol, Gets Hit With Hammer: Police
Corey Michael Smith, 23, of Jacksonville, was detained after hitting another male, Devan Scott, on the head with the weapon, in what police were told was an unprovoked attack.
No Mega Millions Jackpot Winner on May 28, 2019
Still no jackpot winner in the Mega Millions, with the total winnings rolling over to $444 million.
Texas Tornadoes, Oklahoma Flooding: Images Show Twisters in Panhandle
Storm and flood warnings remain in place after days of deadly weather in the Plains and Midwest.
Weis Ice Cream Recall: What You Need to Know
"People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products," according to the FDA.
Man Arrested for Threatening to Murder Rep. Ilhan Omar
The suspect provided the staffer with his name and phone number, allowing authorities to trace the call.
Church Fire Didn't Touch Any Bibles, Firefighters Claim
Church leaders added: "In the midst of the smoke you can see Jesus. He was there with us! FREEDOM MINISTRIES IS UNDONE WE ARE NOT FINISH!!!"
Omar Responds to Posters Linking Her To Sept. 11
The appearance of the flyers led to at least one resignation.
Powerful Wind Results in Mass Power Outages
High winds are expected continue through Monday in many areas of the Midwest and Northeast.
Woman Yells at Mexican Restaurant Boss to Speak English
"English is our first language so you need to speak English," the woman said in a Mexican restaurant.
Woman Pleads Guilty to Bilking FEMA out of $18,000
The FEMA money was intended for victims of flooding that killed 23 people in West Virginia in 2016.
EMS Director Posts Racist Photo Touting Trump's Wall
A West Virginia EMS director was suspended after posting a picture touting Trump's border wall that showed several decapitated dark-skinned men's heads behind a smiling white man.
Student Charged After Making 'Gun Hand Gestures'
"It was Friday at school when the student allegedly was making gun hand gestures at multiple students and then he told his friends not to come to school the next day," Charleston Police Department Lt. Autumn Davis told Newsweek.
West Virginia Is in the Midst of a Population Crisis
According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates, West Virginia lost about 0.5 percent of its population between July 2017 and July 2018. The United States, meanwhile, gained about the same percentage of people overall.
Officials Searching Abandoned Mine for Missing Man
The man is suspected fo stealing copper wire from the mine, which Boone County Chief Deputy Chad Barker called, "a terrible idea."
'Rabid' Raccoons Just Drunk, West Virginia Police Say
Milton (West Virginia) Police Department said two raccoons captured this week had been released near the woods unharmed. It wasn't the first time animals had made headlines for public intoxication.
Alabama, West Virginia Approve Anti-Abortion Measures
Both Alabama and West Virginia have approved measures that could end access to abortion if Roe v. Wade is overturned.
West Virginia Man Who Strangled Foster Cat Arrested
James Gregory Wicker, aged 43, was charged with animal cruelty and was released on a personal recognizance bond.
Pedophile to Remain in Prison After Rape, Bomb Letters
A convicted pedophile sent letters threatening to rape a judge and a probation officer as well as bomb a West Virginia courthouse.
Ohio Amber Alert: Akexton Steele, 6, Snatched From Home
WTRF said a family member had used an ax to break into the home.
Will Hurricane Florence Head to Tennessee, Kentucky?
The latest Friday path predictions showed Florence heading in the direction of Tennessee and Kentucky.