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The Mountain State is resolute in reclaiming its future
Martinsburg, WV – Although West Virginia has borne the tragic distinction of the highest overdose rate per capita for nearly a decade, the Mountain State is resolute in reclaiming its future. Through the grassroots efforts of The Hope Dealer Project, West Virginia is making history by leading a statewide movement towards recovery and hope.
Despite rain, drought persists in WV, KY & OH
(WOWK) — The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor is out (Thursday, July 25), showing that the entire WOWK-TV viewing area is under abnormally dry or moderate or severe drought conditions. The previous week did see significant rainfall especially in the southern coalfield counties of Kentucky and West Virginia. The weather is expected to be dry once […]
Deputies continue to investigate 2019 shooting death of Dunbar woman
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Sunday marks a somber five-year anniversary as deputies continue to search for a Kanawha County woman's murderer. In the early morning hours of July 28, 2019, investigators found the body of 52-year-old Alice Maria Washington inside a Dunbar apartment, according to a news release from the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office.
Man indicted in woman’s death
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A Kanawha County grand jury handed down an indictment against a man charged with the shooting death of a Charleston woman in December 2023. Dominick Gray, of Columbus, was indicted on July 26 on charges of first degree murder, using a gun during a felony, malicious wounding and being a convicted felon with a gun.
Kanawha County man convicted on federal robbery and gun charges, prosecutors say
CROSS LANES, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Kanawha County man faces a 10 year minimum sentence after he was convicted of federal robbery and firearms charges, prosecutors say. Camri Calrissian White, 25, of Cross Lanes, was convicted on charges of robbery, shooting a firearm during a violent crime and being a felon in possession of a gun in connection to the robbery of a convenience store in his hometown in July 2023, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of West Virginia.
Vehicle crashes in Blue Creek, damages a gas line, dispatchers say
BLUE CREEK, W.Va. (WCHS) — A vehicle crash has damaged a gas line in the Blue Creek area of Kanawha County, dispatchers say. Reports of the crash came in at about 7:45 p.m. along Elk River Road where a vehicle hit another parked car, breaking a gas line that ran through the area. Emergency services have responded to the scene.
Charleston Police Department teaches kids boat safety tips with Jr. Academy
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – This week the Charleston Police Department is hosting its Junior Academy where Junior Cadets can learn a variety of new skills and talents. On Thursday, the kiddos focused on boating safety and set out on the Elk River. “We’re a river city, so we thought it was really important to show […]
Marshall University Alumnus Allen Hager Pledges $1 Million Toward Marshall for All,Marshall Forever Program
HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA (July 25, 2024) — Marshall University has announced a pledge of $1 million from alumnus Allen Hager in support of the Marshall for All, Marshall Forever program. “I am delighted to receive such a generous financial commitment from Mr Hager in support of Marshall for All,”...
Part II: UC head coach James Long says it's good to be back home
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — When the 2024-25 men's college basketball season comes into play, one of Charleston's very own - James Long - will be the guiding the University of Charleston Golden Eagles. Part of his basketball past includes being a part of the Mountaineer program. "Special, you know...
Staircase on Charleston's West Side causes public debate
CHARLESTON, W.Va (WCHS) — A stairway on the West Side of Charleston has been a topic of debate for the locals living around it. A set of steps on Charleston's West Side were purchased by a homeowner for $100, and the people who live around the area want the sale to be made null and void.
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