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Divorced couple's fight over IVF-created embryos heads to Ohio Supreme Court
She wants their frozen embryos so she can get pregnant. Her ex-husband wants the IVF-created embryos donated to other couples who want children. After a couple divorces, what should happen to their yet-to-be implanted embryos? That question is before the Ohio Supreme Court in a case that could shed light on how justices...
Lawrence County grand jury returns 28 indictments, most drug related
Staff report The Lawrence County grand jury returned 28 indictments in July and nearly all the charges are drug related. People indicted and their charges include: • Hope M. Fyee, 29, Pedro, fifth-degree felony possession of fentanyl-related compounds. • Christopher S. Newcomb, 27, Ironton, fifth-degree felony possession of heroin. • Bradley Alexander Adkins, 22, South […] The post Lawrence County grand jury returns 28 indictments, most drug related appeared first on The Tribune.
West Virginia expands Transitional Living program for vulnerable youth transitioning from foster care
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) recently announced an expansion of its Transitional Living for Vulnerable Youth (TLVY) program. This initiative targets West Virginia’s youth aged 17 to 21 transitioning from foster care and residential mental health treatment to independent living. The TLVY program provides group homes...
August isn’t August this week with low humidity, cool temps, and little rain expected
Monday, high pressure sits just west of our region bringing in cooler, drier, northwest winds 5-10mph. A mostly blue sky day features a few high level clouds but not a drop of rain. Highs fall just below average with the mid to upper 70s while our higher elevation spots enjoy a low to mid 70 […]
Death investigation underway after man’s body found
WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A death investigation is underway in Wayne County after a man’s body was found Saturday in the Fort Gay area, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said on Monday. The body has been identified as Caleb Marcum. Sheriff Rick Thompson said Marcum’s death is...
The First Astronaut from West Virginia has passed away
CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY)- West Virginia’s first astronaut Jon McBride passed away on Wednesday. Mcbride was 80 but would have turned 81 on the 14th. Even though he’s a Charleston native, he always considered Beckley his home. Senator Joe Manchin released a statement today expressing his gratitude for McBride’s...
First responders and locals bat for a cause at the Cory Maynard Memorial Tournament
CHAPMANVILLE, W.Va (WCHS) — Sgt. Cory Maynardwas killed in the line of duty responding to a call in Mingo County in June of 2023. For the second year in a row, the Ted Ellis Baseball field in Chapmanville was filled with people honoring the West Virginia State trooper. The...
Dunbar Police Chief steps down
DUNBAR, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Dunbar Police Department Chief Brian Oxley announced his decision to step down from the role of police chief on Sunday. A statement shared to social media on Sunday confirmed the development, which according to the former chief is one which comes with profound sorrow. “Serving the people of Dunbar has been […]
UC students begin arriving on campus
UC will be full of activity the weekend of August 16 through 18 as it welcomes new and returning students for the 2024-2025 school year. While many student-athletes and other groups have already moved in or will be moving in beforehand, the largest group of residential students will arrive beginning Friday, August 16, when new Golden Eagles move in. Returning students will move in Friday afternoon, and move-in will continue Saturday and Sunday. The university expects about 675 students to be housed on campus.
Two dead in early morning pursuit
SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — A high speed pursuit on U.S. Route 19 across three counties early Monday morning left two people dead. The chase began in Raleigh County where the Beckley Police Department had pulled over a red Ford Focus. The vehicle fled and all area departments were immediately involved.
Kentucky in D.C.: McConnell says Harris-Walz win would be 'our worst nightmare'
Welcome back to Kentucky in D.C. — a look at what members of our state's federal delegation have been up to. Federal lawmakers may have an August break from votes on the floor. But that didn't stop them from making their thoughts known. ...
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