'Critical race theory' accusations prompt WV school district to pause 'Black Math Genius' program
“Racist,” and “Segregationist.” Those are some of the words being hurled toward school officials in one West Virginia district who tried to bring a program that focuses on Black kids to Jefferson County. The program is called: “Black Math Genius.”
California bans government travel to 5 additional states due to new anti-LGBTQ+ laws
California is restricting state-funded government travel to Arkansas, Florida, Montana, North Dakota, and West Virginia as a "result of new anti-LGBTQ+ legislation recently enacted in each state," California Attorney General Rob Bonta said Monday.
Walter Johnson High School graduates killed in West Virginia crash identified
The identities of two recent Walter Johnson High School graduates killed in a crash in West Virginia have been identified.
Harpers Ferry provides socially distanced summer fun from hiking to kayaking
After Memorial Day weekend got rained out this year, many people are looking to take advantage of nicer weather and relaxed COVID restrictions including at Harpers Ferry in West Virginia.
West Virginia suspect dead after shooting State Trooper, sparking standoff
A West Virginia man is dead after he shot a State Trooper in the chest, and barricaded himself inside a home. The State Trooper was wearing a ballistic vest - but was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
West Virginia governor signs bill banning transgender athletes
West Virginia's governor signed a bill Wednesday that bans transgender athletes from competing in female sports in middle and high schools and colleges.
West Virginia offering young people $100 savings bonds to get vaccinated
The state of West Virginia is so desperate to get young people vaccinated, they’re willing to pay them to do it.
Outdoor enthusiasts to get cash, free passes to move to West Virginia
West Virginia is joining the growing list of places recruiting remote workers — with a thrill-seeking twist.
New River Gorge: Sprawling 73,000-acre national park and preserve the 1st of its kind on the East Coast
New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, located in West Virginia, received its dual status in January 2021 which gives the nearly 73,000-acre area federal protection as well as defends the wildlife and ecosystem from being destroyed by manmade means.
West Virginia opens COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to everyone 16 and older
West Virginia will immediately open coronavirus vaccine eligibility to all residents aged 16 and older, Gov.
Maryland, Virginia among nation’s most educated states; West Virginia last, according to list
Maryland and Virginia ranked among the nation’s most educated states, according to a list compiled by WalletHub; while neighboring West Virginia was ranked last.
West Virginia anticipating 15K weekly doses of new Johnson & Johnson vaccine upon FDA approval
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced Friday that the state is anticipating approximately 15,000 weekly doses of the new Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine upon its approval by the FDA.
West Virginia lawmakers photographed wearing improper masks while conducting official duties
Multiple members of the West Virginia legislature have been photographed in the past month wearing improper masks while conducting their official duties such as attending legislative sessions and conducting committee meetings.
Judge sentences woman to another year in prison for faking her death
A West Virginia woman who tried to fake her death in order to avoid a sentencing hearing for health care fraud has received an additional year in federal prison.
Multiple state lawmakers joined, observed US Capitol turmoil
A West Virginia lawmaker who filmed himself and supporters of President Donald Trump storming into the U.S. Capitol is facing bipartisan calls for his resignation as federal prosecutors step up their pursuit of violent perpetrators.
West Virginia state lawmaker charged after storming US Capitol with pro-Trump mob
A West Virginia state lawmaker has been charged with entering a restricted area of the U.S. Capitol after he livestreamed himself with rioters, the Justice Department announced Friday.
'Absolutely not. No': Democrat Sen. Joe Manchin balks at $2,000 stimulus checks
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) told The Washington Post he would “absolutely not” support a bill to issue $2,000 stimulus checks.
“We’re in! Keep it moving, baby!”: West Virginia GOP delegate records himself storming U.S. Capitol
A West Virginia lawmaker recorded video of himself and fellow supporters of President Donald Trump storming the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, triggering calls for his resignation.
West Virginia Governor to reopen in-person learning to younger students
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced an aggressive plan Wednesday to reopen public schools to in-person learning for younger students and offer coronavirus vaccines to residents age 80 and older and to teachers and school personnel over age 50.
West Virginia National Guard airman killed responding to arson
An airman in the West Virginia National Guard was killed over the weekend responding to a fire that investigators believe was the work of an arsonist.