West Virginia lawmakers request public Flock Safety testimony Nov. 9
Four West Virginia delegates asked Flock Safety to appear at a planned public committee meeting and answer questions about its license-plate reader services.
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West Virginia DMV offices closed Oct. 12 for Columbus Day
All West Virginia DMV offices were closed Oct. 12, 2026, with a reopening scheduled for Oct. 13.
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Arizona’s 52 points send West Virginia to third straight loss
Arizona beat West Virginia 52-31 in Morgantown, extending WVU’s losing streak to three games despite the Mountaineers’ advantages in yards and first downs.
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West Virginia expects about 2,000 kits in NEST expansion
About 2,000 one-time newborn and postpartum kits are expected for West Virginia families during the federal NEST expansion, with distribution through participating maternity-care organizations.
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Marshall says $2.5 million grant will fund forensic DNA capacity
Marshall says the grant will support DNA profiling for forensic genetic-genealogy testing in West Virginia, but gives no timetable or case target.
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West Virginia revenue beats estimate by $62 million through September
West Virginia reported $1.41 billion in General Revenue Fund collections through September, $62 million above estimate. September personal income tax collections fell short of their monthly target.
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Operation Coal Country produced 59 arrests in southern West Virginia
Officials said a multi-week West Virginia operation produced 59 arrests, 383 sex-offender compliance checks and 72 warrants from Aug. 13 to Sept. 1.
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Former West Virginia Jail Officer Admits to Camera-Blind-Spot Beatings
Nathaniel Pack pleaded guilty after admitting officers assaulted restrained detainees away from cameras, falsified reports and delayed medical care.
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West Virginia governor says agency audits identified more than $168 million in potential annual savings
Gov. Patrick Morrisey said audits of three major state agencies and other reviews identified more than $168 million in potential annual savings, while disclosing a structural deficit involving TANF programs.
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$209,440 traffic-control contract set for Ripley-Ravenswood I-77 paving project
The Jackson County Commission approved an estimated $209,440 contract with WV Paving for traffic control during an I-77 paving project between Ripley and Ravenswood.
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West Virginia intervenes in Harrison County Schools over financial concerns
The West Virginia Board of Education voted to intervene in Harrison County Schools after a partial state of emergency was declared. Local board President Michael Devono criticized the state’s approach.
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Buckhannon and Upshur County continue long-term recovery after July flooding
Buckhannon and Upshur County have shifted from emergency response to long-term flood recovery, with the West Virginia National Guard extending debris-removal work.
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Beckley receives $125,000 grant to design new downtown sidewalks
A $125,000 state and federal grant will fund design and engineering for new sidewalks along Main Street in Uptown Beckley.
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Kingwood voters face future levy decision for streets, parks and library
A City of Kingwood special levy question appeared on the May 12 Republican primary ballot, covering the library, parks, storm sewers and street paving.
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Huntington’s $2.1 million Flock surveillance contract faces lawsuit after council approval
Huntington City Council approved the contract in a 6-4 vote after an overnight meeting drew more than 50 speakers opposed to the proposal. The ACLU of West Virginia and attorneys have now sued the city.
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Pendleton County posts Aug. 4 commission records tied to Franklin
Pendleton County’s official commission page lists an Aug. 4, 2026 agenda and minutes entry, but the available posting does not disclose the meeting’s substantive decisions.
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Charleston’s 2026 public-safety and road program advances with $20 million center and $5 million repair plan
Charleston’s 2026 plans include a $20 million Public Safety Center, $5 million in fire-station renovations and an expanded $5 million road-repair program, while development hearings remain scheduled through October.
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West Virginia flood aid starts with $4.5 million for Lewis and Upshur counties
Eligible homeowners and renters in Lewis and Upshur counties gained access to expedited federal Individual Assistance after the July 21 flooding, while five other counties and broader infrastructure aid remained under review.
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Clinton sidewalk project advances on East College Street
Clinton approved a $328,846.85 low bid for an East College Street sidewalk, but MDOT concurrence and a formal notice to proceed remain ahead of construction.
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West Virginia lawmakers question TANF finances after school clothing allowance pause
West Virginia lawmakers are seeking a clearer accounting of TANF spending and reserves after the state delayed opening its $200 school clothing allowance program amid funding concerns.
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Proposed Chemours PFAS Deal Would Fund Water Protection in 3 States
A proposed federal deal with Chemours would direct more than $450 million toward penalties, pollution controls and drinking-water protection near three-state facilities.
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Huntington council’s Flock technology vote prompts questions about privacy and next steps
Huntington City Council voted on Flock technology before a July 15 report in which members explained their positions, with public-safety and privacy questions remaining central to the decision.