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“Cold Case Live” Brings Real-Life crime solving to Charleston
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – This fall, true-crime fanatics and web sleuths will have their chance to be in the detective’s shoes with COLD CASE LIVE (www.coldcaselive.com), a brand-new live show that will take audiences on a fascinating journey to unlock the mysteries of – and potentially help solve – America’s most notorious cold cases. Hosted by […]
Charleston man dies in Roane County UTV crash
WALTON, W.Va. — A Charleston man died early Saturday morning in a UTV accident in Roane County. According to a release from the West Virginia State Police, a trooper was dispatched to the crash on Walker Ridge Road near Walton around 1:26 a.m. Saturday. The driver, 27-year-old Jacob Beckner...
FEMA advises West Virginia residents to read eligibility letters carefully
WEST VIRGINIA (WTRF) — If you live in Boone, Cabell, Fayette, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marshall, Nicholas, Ohio, Putnam, Wayne and Wetzel counties and were impacted by the early April 2024 storms, tornadoes and floods, officials say to read your FEMA eligibility decision letter carefully. If you have questions, visit a Disaster Recovery Center so they can […]
The 2024 West Virginia Schools Athletic Coaches Association awards
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — Each year, The West Virginia Schools Athletic Coaches Association recognizes their members with awards. This year, on Saturday, June 15, 2024 coaches and administrators will be recognized for this award at the North – South Football Classic at South Charleston High School. You must be a member of the WVSACA to […]
South Charleston Public Library inching closer toward reopening following storm damage
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — The South Charleston Public Library is still closed after a storm on April 2 ripped off part of its roof, damaging books and making for a long cleanup process. The SCPL Director, Todd Duncan, told Eyewitness News library staff moved about 40,000 books out...
Residents weigh in on controversial measure to remove stairs on Charleston’s West Side
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A decades-old staircase is set to come down on Charleston’s West Side, but not without controversy. At last Monday’s city council meeting, a handful of residents spoke in favor of getting rid of the stairs citing safety issues and problems with the unsheltered population. “What I see is vagrants up and […]
Man faces several charges after stabbing call, other incidents at Dunbar home, records say
DUNBAR, W.Va. (WCHS) — UPDATED - 1:05 p.m., 6/10/24. A St. Albans man faces several charges in an investigation into incidents surrounding a stabbing call early Monday morning in Dunbar, court records said. Joshua Wayne Davis, 31, of St. Albans is charged with assault during the commission of felony,...
Charleston chef becomes first West Virginian to take home a James Beard Award
The annual James Beard Awards — hailed as the biggest night for all things food and drink — took place Monday at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. This year’s showcase celebrated culinary achievements spanning across cuisines and a myriad of acclaimed chefs, restaurateurs, bartenders and other industry professionals.
Extra law enforcement patrol I-64 work zone to catch speeders
CABELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Drivers in Cabell County may notice some extra law enforcement presence on Interstate 64. Six different law enforcement agencies are working together to try and catch speeders in the major work zone that spans several miles and passes by the Huntington Mall. West Virginia State...
Woman cited after loaded gun found in luggage at West Virginia airport
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Beckley woman was stopped with a loaded firearm at West Virginia International Yeager Airport over the weekend, transportation officials said. The purple 9mm, which was found by Transportation Security Administration officials during the screening process, was loaded with six bullets, according to a news release from the TSA.
Nitro man accused of drugging two victims, persuading them into explicit acts
NITRO, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Nitro man was arrested Friday after drugging two victims and attempting to convince them to provide explicit material for him, court records say. Anthony Todd Watson, 27, is accused of poisoning two individuals, including one underaged victim, with Ecstasy and amphetamines while attempting to convince them to have intercourse while he filmed, according to a criminal complaint filed with the Kanawha County Magistrate Court.
Kids found living in deplorable conditions, parents arrested
MASON COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two are facing child neglect charges after kids were found living in deplorable conditions. On May 21, 2024, an officer was dispatched to 609 21st St in Point Pleasant, Mason County, WV to assist Child Protective Services (CPS) with a welfare check. Upon arrival, the officer witnessed Ronny Fletcher, the […]
Rob Schneider’s ‘Rescue Husband’ comedy tour to make a stop in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — A night of laughter and entertainment will come to Charleston as Rob Schneider’s comedy tour plans a stop in the Mountain State. On Saturday, October 26, 2024, Rob Schneider’s comedy tour ‘Rob Schneider Rescue Husband‘ will come to the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. Rob Schneider, actor, comedian, screenwriter, and director, […]
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