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NAACP files lawsuit against WV agencies, alleges failure to collect data
The state NAACP filed a lawsuit this week against three West Virginia departments, alleging they failed to collect data meant to improve the juvenile justice system. The organization filed the lawsuit Thursday in Kanawha County Circuit Court. The complaint lists as defendants the state Department of Homeland Security, Department of Human Services and the Department […]
Attorneys establish website for claimants of Southern Regional Jail lawsuit settlement
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A federal judge has granted preliminary approval of a $4 million class action lawsuit settlement with the State of West Virginia filed by inmates against Southern Regional Jail. One of the attorneys representing the inmates, Stephen New, said a website was established during the week of August 12, 2024 for claimants. […]
Tucker County schools will provide water to students while under advisory
In a written statement posted to the Tucker County Schools Facebook post, the Tucker County Board of Education said they are aware of the water issues in Thomas and are working with the Office of Emergency Management and the Tucker County Health Department
Guilty verdict in Marion County murder case
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — A man was convicted Thursday of first-degree murder in Marion County. Following a three-day trial, a 12-member jury found Naquan Warren guilty of first degree murder, first degree robbery, burglary, assault during the commission of a felony, and conspiracy in the October 2022 beating death of Sean Gardiner.
New ‘The Store’ initiative aims to help Philip Barbour students with necessary essentials
PHILIPPI, W.Va (WDTV) - The Barbour Community Health Association (BCHA) is announcing a new initiative to help Philip Barbour High School students. The BCHA is holding a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Store, which will provide students with free clothing, gifts and other necessary essentials. The idea for...
15th Annual Tomato Festival & Hometown Market comes to Fairmont
FAIRMONT, W.Va (WDTV) - The 15th Annual Tomato Festival & Hometown Market will take place in Fairmont this weekend. The event, which is hosted by Main Street Fairmont and the Marion County Master Gardeners, will take place on Monroe Street on Saturday, August 17th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monongalia County students will no longer have smartphone access during the school day
MONONGALIA COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Monongalia County Schools has announced that students will no longer have access to devices such as smartphones throughout the school day. All Monongalia County students from Grade 6 to Grade 12 will now be required to lock all smartphones in a YONDR pouch throughout the day, while elementary school students […]
Pearl Harbor Hero To Be Laid To Rest
On Dec. 7, 1941, U.S. Navy Fireman 2nd Class Joseph William Carroll was on the USS Oklahoma battleship at Fort Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. On that fateful morning, the mighty battleship was one of many American ships attacked by Japanese aircraft. The Oklahoma sustained multiple torpedo hits, causing it to quickly capsize. The Pearl Harbor attack claimed the lives of more than 2,400 Americans — including 429 crewmen aboard the...
Stories of the Week: August 11 through August 17
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. – Here are some of the top stories this week on the WBOY 12News Facebook page. West Virginia announced the next step in its rollout of digital vehicle titles. Monongalia County Schools has approved a cellphone ban for all of its students. More than 20 West Virginia...
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