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Raleigh County Sheriff’s K-9 unit leads to arrests in major drug investigation
13+ min ago (156+ words) RALEIGH COUNTY, W.Va. (WVVA) - A traffic stop in Beckley on January 10th resulted in the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of a firearm and a large quantity of controlled substances, according to the Raleigh County Sheriff's Office. Corporal M. Talley…...
Summers County police dog’s death ruled accidental
1+ hour, 12+ min ago (135+ words) HINTON W.Va. (WVVA) - The recent death of a Summers County Sheriff's Department's police dog, K-9 Walker, has been ruled accidental. Chief Deputy Tim Adkins investigated the death and said it was an unfortunate accident with no signs of neglect or foul…...
Oak Hill wellness clinic announces temporary closure due to structural safety concerns
1+ hour, 52+ min ago (179+ words) OAK HILL, W.Va. (WVVA) - New River Gorge 5 Needle Protocol (5NP), located on Main Street in Oak Hill, has temporarily closed following an official notice from the City of Oak Hill and Oak Hill Police Department recommending evacuation due to structural concerns....
Former WVSU football player found guilty on rape charges
3+ hour, 45+ min ago (166+ words) ATHENS, Ohio (WTAP) - A former football player with West Virginia State University was found guilty of rape. Andres Sagastume, 23, of Chantilly, Virginia, underwent a four-day trial after being charged with rape from an incident that happened in August 2024. The guilt…...
WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital opens new children’s unit
17+ hour, 26+ min ago (289+ words) PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) - WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital opened a new five-room children's unit on the third floor of the main building Thursday. Hospital officials cut a ceremonial ribbon to mark the opening of the pediatric unit, which is part…...
One person taken into custody following coordinated search warrant in Richlands
21+ hour, 16+ min ago (119+ words) One person taken into custody following coordinated search warrant in Richlands'WVVA RICHLANDS, Va. (WVVA) - Law enforcement agencies conducted a coordinated search warrant operation on Suffolk Avenue in Richlands on Thursday. The joint operation involved the Virginia State Police Tactical Team,…...
Candidates start putting names on ballot for May 12 Primary
21+ hour, 29+ min ago (299+ words) PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) - The May 12 Primary Election ballot in Mercer County is in the early stages of taking shape. Several candidates have already tossed their hats into the ring as the official filing period started on Monday and will end…...
Unhoused populations face harsh conditions as winter weather settles in
22+ hour, 31+ min ago (38+ words) Unhoused populations face harsh conditions as winter weather settles in'WVVA Unhoused populations face harsh conditions as winter weather settles in West Virginia governor proposes 10% income tax cut Paine Gallery opens "Zest for Life" exhibit featuring local artists...
Bill protecting healthcare providers’ right to refuse gender reassignment surgery introduced into W.Va. legislature
22+ hour, 36+ min ago (233+ words) BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - House Bill 4356, sponsored by Delegate Burkhammer, would prohibit the state from requiring physicians or healthcare workers to perform or assist in gender reassignment surgery. The bill establishes a conscience clause, allowing medical professionals to decline participation in…...
Defense agency identifies West Virginia soldier killed as POW
23+ hour, 42+ min ago (264+ words) WASHINGTON, D.C. (WVVA) - The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced that U.S. Army Private Ira Warren, 26, of Seth, West Virginia, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during World War II, was accounted for on June 11, 2025. Warren's family recently…...