Sports
West Virginia Approves Girls' Wrestling as Preliminary Sanctioned Sport
New state championship to be established starting in 2026-2027 school year
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.
Business
West Virginia Celebrates Agriculture Day at State Capitol
Local food producers connect with lawmakers during legislative session
WorkForce West Virginia Announces Upcoming Virtual Job Fair
The statewide event will take place on March 4, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
PSC receives application for 1,200 MW combined cycle gas plant at Fort Martin
Monongahela Power and Potomac Edison seek approval for $2.84 billion facility and three solar projects
Health
West Virginia Risks Losing $199M Rural Health Program Over Funding Delay
State's Department of Health warns legislative delay threatens critical rural healthcare improvements and future federal funding.
West Virginia Appoints Leaders for Rural Health Transformation Program
Carrie Jeffries and Dr. Soumya Prasad to head new state initiative
West Virginia Healthcare Facilities Reduce Patient Safety Risks
CDC report shows significant declines in healthcare-associated infections across the state.
Crime
Teen Charged with First-Degree Murder in Charleston Gas Station Shooting
Security footage contradicts teen's claim that shooting was accidental
Man Charged with Murder After Shooting Woman at West Virginia Gas Station
Authorities say Jacob Fields lied to police, claiming the gun accidentally fired while he was cleaning it.
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.
Politics
West Virginia Senate Passes 10% Personal Income Tax Cut
Morrisey's proposal faces opposition from former Senate Finance chair and House Finance chair
West Virginia to Hold Random Drawing for 2026 Primary Ballot Order
Secretary of State Kris Warner announces process to determine candidate placement on ballots
West Virginia House Passes Bill Allowing Concealed Carry Without Permit for Young Adults
The bill would let 18-20 year olds carry concealed weapons without a license, drawing debate over gun rights and public safety.
