More than 50 people face charges stemming from an undercover investigation of drug and gun violations in Fairmont. Local police and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives began the investigation...More >>
West Virginia University says it's received a software grant with a commercial value of more than $425 million for its Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources.More >>
West Virginia University says it's received a software grant with a commercial value of more than $425 million for its Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources.More >>
A Boone County man sought in the slayings of his wife and his mother-in-law is in custody. The sheriff says authorities arrested 36-year-old Timothy Parsons without incident around 3:30 this morning at a makeshift camp along...More >>
A Boone County man sought in the slayings of his wife and his mother-in-law is in custody. The sheriff says authorities arrested 36-year-old Timothy Parsons without incident around 3:30 this morning at a makeshift camp along...More >>
A study by the University at Buffalo's new shale gas institute concludes that state oversight of gas drilling has been effective at reducing environmental problems.More >>
A study by the University at Buffalo's new shale gas institute concludes that state oversight of gas drilling has been effective at reducing environmental problems.More >>
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler says he is considering court action over menhaden if regulators don't cut the amount taken by a Virginia processor.More >>
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler says he is considering court action over menhaden if regulators don't cut the amount taken by a Virginia processor.More >>
The Wood County Board of Education is being sued by a woman who claims an assistant football coach encouraged a fight between her son and another player.More >>
The Wood County Board of Education is being sued by a woman who claims an assistant football coach encouraged a fight between her son and another player.More >>
Hundreds of gamblers lined up to inaugurate Ohio's first casino, which has promised a boost to downtown Cleveland while potentially posing a threat to casinos in nearby states.More >>
Hundreds of gamblers lined up to inaugurate Ohio's first casino, which has promised a boost to downtown Cleveland while potentially posing a threat to casinos in nearby states.More >>
West Virginia lawmakers are pressing a state agency for answers in the wake of a lawsuit alleging illegal policies at a juvenile detention center.More >>
West Virginia lawmakers are pressing a state agency for answers in the wake of a lawsuit alleging illegal policies at a juvenile detention center.More >>
West Virginia is looking at changing the way Medicaid provides health care to some of its sickest people. But the plan is raising concerns among advocates for those who rely on this government program.More >>
West Virginia is looking at changing the way Medicaid provides health care to some of its sickest people. But the plan is raising concerns among advocates for those who rely on this government program.More >>
Natural gas companies say about half of their lease holdings in the lucrative Marcellus Shale region in New York state will be off-limits or inaccessible thanks to all the restrictions in proposed state regulations and local...More >>
Natural gas companies say about half of their lease holdings in the lucrative Marcellus Shale region in New York state will be off-limits or inaccessible thanks to all the restrictions in proposed state regulations and local...More >>
The opening of East Lynn Lake's campground in Wayne County is being pushed back even further due to lengthy repairs to tornado-damaged park facilities.More >>
The opening of East Lynn Lake's campground in Wayne County is being pushed back even further due to lengthy repairs to tornado-damaged park facilities.More >>
Authorities in Raleigh County will give only paper evidence to defense lawyers after a video of a confidential informant's police interview appeared on YouTube.More >>
Authorities in Raleigh County will give only paper evidence to defense lawyers after a video of a confidential informant's police interview appeared on YouTube.More >>
Events are planned for next week in Morgantown marking the 10th anniversary of the death of a West Virginia National Guardsman killed in Afghanistan.More >>
Events are planned for next week in Morgantown marking the 10th anniversary of the death of a West Virginia National Guardsman killed in Afghanistan.More >>
An imprisoned felon's surprising showing in West Virginia's primary has officials reviewing the rules governing how candidates get their names on the ballot.More >>
An imprisoned felon's surprising showing in West Virginia's primary has officials reviewing the rules governing how candidates get their names on the ballot.More >>
A Southern Baptist leader has apologized to President Barack Obama and other black leaders for accusing them of exploiting Trayvon Martin's death for political gain.More >>
A Southern Baptist leader has apologized to President Barack Obama and other black leaders for accusing them of exploiting Trayvon Martin's death for political gain.More >>
Environmental groups are suing two Alpha Natural Resources subsidiaries over selenium discharges at two mining operations in southern West Virginia.More >>
Environmental groups are suing two Alpha Natural Resources subsidiaries over selenium discharges at two mining operations in southern West Virginia.More >>
U.S. Sens. Joe Manchin and Jay Rockefeller say they remain concerned about post office jobs in West Virginia despite intentions to keep facilities open.More >>
U.S. Sens. Joe Manchin and Jay Rockefeller say they remain concerned about post office jobs in West Virginia despite intentions to keep facilities open.More >>
The West Virginia Lottery is launching a Powerball promotion in conjunction with a State Fair concert by "America's Got Talent" winner Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.More >>
The West Virginia Lottery is launching a Powerball promotion in conjunction with a State Fair concert by "America's Got Talent" winner Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.More >>
More than 72,000 West Virginians voted for an imprisoned felon over President Barack Obama in the state primary, but Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin was not one of them.More >>
More than 72,000 West Virginians voted for an imprisoned felon over President Barack Obama in the state primary, but Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin was not one of them.More >>
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney has won most of the delegates in a three-state primary sweep, leaving him a little more than 200 delegates shy of the number needed to clinch the Republican nomination for president.More >>
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney has won most of the delegates in a three-state primary sweep, leaving him a little more than 200 delegates shy of the number needed to clinch the Republican nomination for president.More >>
The nation's commercial casinos continued their slow-but-steady comeback from the recession last year, with revenues up 3 percent nationwide and jobs holding nearly steady.More >>
The nation's commercial casinos continued their slow-but-steady comeback from the recession last year, with revenues up 3 percent nationwide and jobs holding nearly steady.More >>
Just how unpopular is President Barack Obama in some parts of the country? Enough that a man in prison in Texas is getting nearly 4 out of 10 votes in West Virginia's Democratic presidential primary.More >>
Just how unpopular is President Barack Obama in some parts of the country? Enough that a man in prison in Texas is getting nearly 4 out of 10 votes in West Virginia's Democratic presidential primary.More >>
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is adding to his big lead in the race for convention delegates by winning the Indiana Republican presidential primary, inching closer to the number needed to clinch the GOP nomination.More >>
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is adding to his big lead in the race for convention delegates by winning the Indiana Republican presidential primary, inching closer to the number needed to clinch the GOP nomination.More >>
State officials say a vandalism spree at West Virginia's new $14.1 million veterans cemetery won't delay a dedication ceremony later this month.More >>
State officials say a vandalism spree at West Virginia's new $14.1 million veterans cemetery won't delay a dedication ceremony later this month.More >>
West Virginia voters are set to pick presidential nominees and decide whether some of the state's congressional delegation will be around to seek re-election in November.More >>
West Virginia voters are set to pick presidential nominees and decide whether some of the state's congressional delegation will be around to seek re-election in November.More >>
Republican Sen. Richard Lugar, the face of Indiana politics for nearly four decades, is battling for political survival against a tea party-backed GOP challenger in the state's primary. It is the highest-profile contest...More >>
Republican Sen. Richard Lugar, the face of Indiana politics for nearly four decades, is battling for political survival against a tea party-backed GOP challenger in the state's primary. It is the highest-profile contest...More >>
President Barack Obama plans to lay out an election year "to do" list for Congress, urging lawmakers to take another look at proposals to promote job creation and help families refinance their mortgages.More >>
President Barack Obama plans to lay out an election year "to do" list for Congress, urging lawmakers to take another look at proposals to promote job creation and help families refinance their mortgages.More >>
Morgantown police have charged three men with misdemeanor violations for allegedly contributing to weekend street fires marking the end of finals week at West Virginia University.More >>
Morgantown police have charged three men with misdemeanor violations for allegedly contributing to weekend street fires marking the end of finals week at West Virginia University.More >>
The head of a statewide effort to increase physical activity and promote wellness is taking part in a national conference on obesity prevention and control.More >>
The head of a statewide effort to increase physical activity and promote wellness is taking part in a national conference on obesity prevention and control.More >>
West Virginia's Tuesday primary will set the stage for several big November matchups, with top offices from the presidency on down up for election.More >>
West Virginia's Tuesday primary will set the stage for several big November matchups, with top offices from the presidency on down up for election.More >>
Local officials in Mercer County are expecting an influx of tourists when a new section of the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System opens later this month.More >>
Local officials in Mercer County are expecting an influx of tourists when a new section of the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System opens later this month.More >>
The Division of Corrections is wrapping up an $8 million renovation project that's turning a former Holiday Inn into a new prison work-release center.More >>
The Division of Corrections is wrapping up an $8 million renovation project that's turning a former Holiday Inn into a new prison work-release center.More >>
Virginia State Police say two West Virginia residents have died after their motorcycle being pursued by a trooper struck a minivan in northern Virginia.More >>
Virginia State Police say two West Virginia residents have died after their motorcycle being pursued by a trooper struck a minivan in northern Virginia.More >>
West Virginia's legislative candidates spent $1.2 million ahead of the May 8 primary, underscoring the relative lack of contested seats on the ballot.More >>
West Virginia's legislative candidates spent $1.2 million ahead of the May 8 primary, underscoring the relative lack of contested seats on the ballot.More >>
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is looking for volunteers to head to Braxton County next weekend for the third annual "Rake the Lake" spring cleanup.More >>
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is looking for volunteers to head to Braxton County next weekend for the third annual "Rake the Lake" spring cleanup.More >>
Republican party leaders are starting to rally around Mitt Romney, but there's no stampede of support for the expected GOP presidential nominee.More >>
Republican party leaders are starting to rally around Mitt Romney, but there's no stampede of support for the expected GOP presidential nominee.More >>
Marcellus Shale gas wells in Pennsylvania generated about $3.5 billion in gross revenues for drillers in 2011, along with about $1.2 billion in West Virginia, according to an analysis by The Associated Press.More >>
Marcellus Shale gas wells in Pennsylvania generated about $3.5 billion in gross revenues for drillers in 2011, along with about $1.2 billion in West Virginia, according to an analysis by The Associated Press.More >>
Two Republicans and two Democrats are seeking their party's nomination in the May 8 primary for a full, four-year term as West Virginia's governor. All four ran in last year's special gubernatorial election,...More >>
Two Republicans and two Democrats are seeking their party's nomination in the May 8 primary for a full, four-year term as West Virginia's governor. All four ran in last year's special gubernatorial election,...More >>
Democratic Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and Republican Bill Maloney are poised for a rematch after last year's close special gubernatorial election. But each must first face an opponent he bested in last year's special...More >>
Democratic Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and Republican Bill Maloney are poised for a rematch after last year's close special gubernatorial election. But each must first face an opponent he bested in last year's special...More >>
The Obama administration said Friday it will for the first time require companies drilling for oil and natural gas on public and Indian lands to publicly disclose chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing operations.More >>
The Obama administration said Friday it will for the first time require companies drilling for oil and natural gas on public and Indian lands to publicly disclose chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing operations.More >>
State Police who rode with children on school buses across West Virginia this week say they're concerned by the many drivers who illegally passed those buses.More >>
State Police who rode with children on school buses across West Virginia this week say they're concerned by the many drivers who illegally passed those buses.More >>
The Division of Natural Resources and the nation's largest timberland owner are expanding their efforts to boost West Virginia's trout population.More >>
The Division of Natural Resources and the nation's largest timberland owner are expanding their efforts to boost West Virginia's trout population.More >>
A committee charged with reviving West Virginia University Institute of Technology is considering new programs for high school teachers and a possible new major in adventure sports.More >>
A committee charged with reviving West Virginia University Institute of Technology is considering new programs for high school teachers and a possible new major in adventure sports.More >>
Shepherd University officials are exploring establishing a satellite campus in Martinsburg that could offer classes for adult and graduate students.More >>
Shepherd University officials are exploring establishing a satellite campus in Martinsburg that could offer classes for adult and graduate students.More >>
Construction of a wind farm in West Virginia is on hold while the developer works to resolve permitting issues with the Federal Aviation Administration.More >>
Construction of a wind farm in West Virginia is on hold while the developer works to resolve permitting issues with the Federal Aviation Administration.More >>
At least five ironworkers who helped build West Virginia's famous New River Gorge Bridge will tour the structure to see their handiwork 35 years later.More >>
At least five ironworkers who helped build West Virginia's famous New River Gorge Bridge will tour the structure to see their handiwork 35 years later.More >>
More than 200 eighth graders have been honored as winners of the Golden Horseshoe Award for their knowledge of West Virginia history and culture.More >>
More than 200 eighth graders have been honored as winners of the Golden Horseshoe Award for their knowledge of West Virginia history and culture.More >>
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin has joined 42 colleagues in a letter urging the U.S. Postal Service to extend its moratorium on post office closures until after postal reform legislation is enacted.More >>
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin has joined 42 colleagues in a letter urging the U.S. Postal Service to extend its moratorium on post office closures until after postal reform legislation is enacted.More >>
Eighteen months after being elected to fill the remainder of the term of the late Robert C. Byrd, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin's performance is up for review when he takes on former Monongalia County legislator Sheirl Fletcher...More >>
Eighteen months after being elected to fill the remainder of the term of the late Robert C. Byrd, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin's performance is up for review when he takes on former Monongalia County legislator Sheirl Fletcher...More >>
A Huntington man who pleaded guilty to stealing military benefits related to post traumatic stress disorder has been sentenced to a year and a day in a federal prison.More >>
A Huntington man who pleaded guilty to stealing military benefits related to post traumatic stress disorder has been sentenced to a year and a day in a federal prison.More >>
West Virginia's general tax collections fell below their estimate for the second consecutive month, eating away at a potential surplus for the budget year.More >>
West Virginia's general tax collections fell below their estimate for the second consecutive month, eating away at a potential surplus for the budget year.More >>
A Clarksburg man faces kidnapping and child abuse charges after allegedly trying to flee with his daughter before a planned visit by Child Protective Services workers.More >>
A Clarksburg man faces kidnapping and child abuse charges after allegedly trying to flee with his daughter before a planned visit by Child Protective Services workers.More >>
A New York company wants to retrofit the old coal-fired Rivesville Power Station to run on synthetic gas and build a Fairmont plant to produce synthetic diesel from trash.More >>
A New York company wants to retrofit the old coal-fired Rivesville Power Station to run on synthetic gas and build a Fairmont plant to produce synthetic diesel from trash.More >>
Law enforcement and corrections officers from across the nation will soon converge on the former West Virginia Penitentiary at Moundsville for the 16th annual Mock Prison Riot.More >>
Law enforcement and corrections officers from across the nation will soon converge on the former West Virginia Penitentiary at Moundsville for the 16th annual Mock Prison Riot.More >>
A judge has rescheduled a confirmation hearing on a bankruptcy reorganization plan for the debt-ridden U.S. National Slavery Museum. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Douglas O. Tice Jr. today set the hearing for June 27. It had been...More >>
An attorney for former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder's debt-ridden slavery museum is seeking a three-week delay of a milestone hearing in the museum's federal bankruptcy case.More >>
An attorney for former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder's debt-ridden slavery museum is seeking a three-week delay of a milestone hearing in the museum's federal bankruptcy case.More >>
