Unemployment numbers decline slightly in August

West Virginia's unemployment rate last month was 5.3 percent.

Former Mason County sheriff sentenced after stealing historic gun

Terry Lee Powell was sentenced to five months in prison, followed by six months of home confinement.

Second-half goals carry West Virginia past Cincinnati

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Kevin Morris capitalized on the goalkeeper’s misplay to put West Virginia ahead in the 52nd minute, and Ryan Kellogg extended the margin late during a 2-0 victory over Cincinnati in men’s soccer Tuesday night. While taking 13 shots, the Mountaineers (4-3) recorded their second shutout of the season and held the Bearcats

Kanawha Valley residents deal with lines to cash settlement checks

People affected by the 2014 Elk River chemical spill have 90 days to cash their checks.

K-State offense has lost its grip with early season fumbles

That could be good news for a West Virginia defense that has only one takeaway through two games.

Fight continues against Rockwool in Jefferson County

"It's like they're spreading poison," said resident Mary Reed.

Funeral is Wednesday for fallen U.S. Army officer and Thornton native

Flags will also fly at half staff in West Virginia in honor of the Thornton native who lost his life during an 'insider attack' Sept. 3 in Afghanistan.

Lawsuit about WV governor’s residence is re-filed with Supreme Court

Delegate Isaac Sponaugle, D-Pendleton, filed the lawsuit with the Supreme Court on Tuesday.

Avery on UNT punt-return fakeout: ‘If we don’t hear a whistle, we’re not stopping’

Notebook: How the Mountaineers spent their unscheduled off week and Kenny Robinson laments being tackle by K-State's quarterback.

Prisoner killed at Hazelton, second death this year

The president of Local 420 of the Federation of Government Employees, Richard Heldreth, said the death, the second this year, again spotlights the issues of staffing at the facility.

WV Lottery leadership is shored up by shifting John Myers

He replaces Alan Larrick, who resigned Sept. 1.

Gupta leaving state Bureau of Public Health

Chief health officer taking position with March of Dimes.

Photo gallery: Poca stays unbeaten with 62-36 win at Logan

LOGAN, W.Va — Photos from Poca’s 62-36 win at Logan. (Photos courtesy: Boothe Davis/Captured by the Moment Photography)    

WVSSAC Playoff Ratings: Week 4

Find out who stands where in the playoff picture through four weeks of the regular season.

Workers return to Atlantic Coast Pipeline construction

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Monday gave approval to start again after the National Park Service issued a new right-of-way permit.

Southern WV child advocacy group reports increase in abuse cases

BECKLEY, W. Va. — A child advocacy organization in southern West Virginia reported this week that they have seen a 25% increase in child abuse cases referred to their office over the past year, with the majority of those cases involving sexual abuse. Just for Kids Child Advocacy Center, which serves Raleigh, Fayette, and Wyoming

Myrtle Beach spared the worst of Hurricane Florence

The heaviest impact of Florence went north of the popular West Virginia vacation destination, now business owners there are just waiting for the return of guests.

Steel workers seek improved deal with ArcelorMittal

With American steel booming, USW negotiators aren't willing to make concessions in a new contract with ArcelorMittal

Marshall readying for visit from N.C. State

Both Marshall and North Carolina State had extra preparation for this weekend's game in Huntington.

Berkeley County deputies still looking for tips in fatal hit-and-run case

Witnesses describe the vehicle as a dark, 90's model pick-up truck.