Crime
West Virginia House Passes Animal Cruelty Bill with Bestiality Ban
The bill expands definitions and increases penalties for animal cruelty, including a new provision to explicitly prohibit sexual acts with animals.
Wyoming Lawmaker Pushes for Harsher Sentences on Child Sex Crimes
Bill seeks to increase penalties for child sexual abuse, neglect, and explicit content
Charleston residents sentenced for federal sex trafficking case
Tiwan Bailey received 25 years, Carrie Roy received 10 years in prison for conspiracy to traffic minors and adults
Sports
South Charleston Unveils New Esports Gaming Room
The community center's new facility aims to tap into growing popularity of competitive video gaming.
Elkins Tigers and Charleston Catholic Irish Face Off in Basketball Showdown
The two teams look to continue their recent scoring surges in the matchup.
Charleston defeats WV State for 7th straight win
Golden Eagles close out game at the free-throw line to secure victory
Business
West Virginia Legislature Pushes Small Business Growth Act
Bill aims to close funding gaps for small businesses in the state
Black Diamond Power to Sell Amid State Investigation
Utility announces plans to sell as Public Service Commission hearing is halted
WV Parkways Authority Buys Charleston Building for New HQ
Moose Lodge on Kanawha Boulevard to be converted into new home for state agency.
Health
West Virginia Healthcare Facilities Reduce Patient Safety Risks
CDC report shows significant declines in healthcare-associated infections across the state.
West Virginia House Passes Bill to Promote Healthy Lifestyles
The Make West Virginia Healthy Act aims to combat chronic diseases and improve the state's poor health metrics.
West Virginia House Debates Rural Health Transformation Program
Lawmakers raise concerns over potential gaps in care and lack of transparency in new health initiative.
Politics
West Virginia Secretary of State Survives Car Crash
Kris Warner was traveling to Pendleton County for voter registration and business events when the incident occurred.
West Virginia Democrats Seek Ballot Measure for Cannabis Legalization
After years of blocked efforts, state Democrats file paperwork for public referendum on legalizing marijuana.
West Virginia House Honors Former Delegate and Minority Leader Doug Skaff
Skaff's life and public service were recognized after his death in a car accident last year.
