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Senator Helton Introduces Bill to Protect Whistleblowers in Opioid Treatment Programs

CHARLESTON — Sen. Brian Helton (R-Fayette, 9) has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding whistleblowers who report unethical practices in West Virginia’s clinical inpatient medical centers and opioid treatment programs. The proposed Whistleblower

February 11, 2026

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Tom Willis Criticizes Capito Over Coal Funding in West Virginia

State Senator and U.S. Senate candidate Tom Willis slammed U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito on Monday, calling federal coal funding in West Virginia “a fraction of what’s actually needed” to sustain the state’s coal industry.

March 3, 2026

by WV Statewire

West Virginia Bill Would Allow Driver License Reciprocity With Ireland

CHARLESTON — A bill introduced in the West Virginia House of Delegates would allow the state

Senator Capito Encourages Data Center Expansion Efforts in West Virginia

U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) said Thursday she is encouraged by recent developments involving companies

Morrisey and Justice Spar Over The Greenbrier Resort

A public exchange between Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R) and U.S. Sen. Jim Justice (R) has renewed tensions between the two West Virginia Republicans and fueled speculation that Justice could challenge Morrisey for

August 28, 2026

Politics

Teen Life-Flighted to Morgantown After Falling From Clarksburg Parking Garage

A 14-year-old boy was flown to Morgantown for treatment Monday afternoon after falling from a downtown Clarksburg parking garage, authorities said.

August 25, 2026

State

Former Del. Elliott Pritt Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Child Exploitation Charges

On Monday, Former Del. Elliott Pritt pleaded “not guilty” to federal charges accusing him of child sexual exploitation, coercion of a child under 18, and witness tampering.

August 24, 2026

State

Thurmond Town Council Seeks Attorney to Challenge Park Service Demolition Plans

The Town of Thurmond is seeking pro bono legal representation to challenge the National Park Service’s plans to demolish historically significant structures in the New River Gorge community.

August 22, 2026

State

Governor Morrisey Announces 5 Million for West Virginia Water Infrastructure

Governor Morrisey Announces $145 Million for West Virginia Water Infrastructure

West Virginia is committing another $145 million toward water and wastewater infrastructure as state officials seek to address aging utility systems and accelerate projects across the state.

August 20, 2026

State

Governor Morrisey Announces .2 Million Investment in Wheeling

Governor Morrisey Announces $3.2 Million Investment in Wheeling

Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced a $3.2 million state investment Tuesday to help launch construction of the more than $25 million Wheeling Gateway Center, a tourism development expected to attract 175,000 visitors annually

August 19, 2026

State

Young Morgantown Man Charged With Damaging Flock Camera

A 20-year-old Morgantown man has been charged in Monongalia County after authorities alleged he damaged a Flock camera.

August 4, 2026

State

Flood Recovery Continues in Upshur & Lewis Counties After Flash Flooding Claims Two Lives

Recovery efforts continue across Upshur and Lewis counties this week after historic flash flooding triggered by more than 6 inches of rain in just a few hours devastated communities, damaged homes and

July 26, 2026

State

Del. Elliott Pritt Facing Federal Charge Alleging Enticement of 15-year-old Girl

A state delegate, and public school teacher has been charged in federal court with enticement of a minor, according to court records.

July 24, 2026

State

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Prompts Air Quality Alert in Northern West Virginia

Northern West Virginia is still under a Code Orange Air Quality Alert as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to drift into portions of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic according to state environmental officials.

July 21, 2026

State

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