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Porta-potty arson causes brush fire
CAIRO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Authorities were called to the scene of a fire on Friday after a porta-potty was set ablaze. The Cairo Fire-EMS Department reports that, on the night of Friday, July 12, 2024, the department was called to the Goose Creek Road area at the intersection of Route 50. The scene saw response […]
Man arrested after striking girlfriend multiple times says he was trying to prevent her from driving drunk
NITRO, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man has been arrested after striking his girlfriend multiple times. He told police he was trying to prevent her from driving drunk. According to a criminal complaint, on Thursday, July 4, 2024, a domestic disturbance was reported at approximately 2:51 AM in the parking lot of Mardi Gras Casino and […]
Judge dismisses classified document case against Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case of former President Donald Trump in Florida has dismissed the prosecution because of concerns over the appointment of the prosecutor who brought the case. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon granted the defense motion to dismiss the case on Monday. Lawyers for Trump had […]
Latest ‘Almost Heaven’ swing unveiled at Huntington’s Rotary Park
HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The most recent “Almost Heaven” swing addition has been unveiled at Huntington’s Rotary Park. Located approximately 200 yards from the upper parking lot/trailhead, the addition was made possible through the efforts of the Greater Huntington Parks & Recreation District along with the City of Huntington Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We are […]
Manchin introduced the bipartisan Fiscal State of the Nation Act
WASHINGTON, DC (LOOTPRESS) – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) has introduced the bipartisan Fiscal State of the Nation Act. The Act aims to provide lawmakers with current, nonpartisan data on the nation’s fiscal health. This would help them make informed, fiscally responsible, and economically sound decisions. The legislation requires the Comptroller General of the Government […]
Power outage planned for nearly 1,200 customers in Summers County
SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A power outage is planned for nearly 1,200 customers in Summers County next week. According to Summers County 911, Mon Power has announced a scheduled power outage for Friday, July 26, 2024, to facilitate essential facility upgrades. The outage will take place from 8:30 AM to 2 PM, affecting approximately […]
Nikki Haley, Trump’s former primary rival, will now speak Tuesday at the Republican convention
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley will speak Tuesday at the Republican National Convention in what will be a highly anticipated speech by former President Donald Trump’s last major challenger in this year’s GOP primary. The announcement Sunday came one day after a gunman opened fire at Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, in […]
Grass and field fires on the rise in Summers County
SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Summers County is currently experiencing a rise in grass and field fires. According to Summers County 911, the county has experienced a rise in grass and field fires due to the recent hot and dry weather. Residents are urged to refrain from outdoor burning until weather conditions improve. The county […]
Tigger Lawson is this week’s LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week
(LOOTPRESS) The LOOTPRESS Pet of the Week for the week of July 7 – July 13 is Tigger Lawson! Tigger is an exceptionally well behaved pup with a black coat and white features. His According to his family, he is the most handsome boy around! Thanks to all who submitted for this week’s feature and […]
Dunbar man arrested on child abuse charges
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Dunbar man has been arrested on charges relating to child abuse according to recent reports. The Wood County Sheriff’s Office indicates that, as the result of an investigation carried out by Wood County Sheriff Detective L.R. Board, 28-year-old Michael Eugene Mallory of Dunbar, WV has been taken into custody. The […]
Shooter identified in attempted assassination attempt on former President Trump
A shooting at Donald Trump‘s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania is being investigated as an attempted assassination of the former president and presumptive Republican nominee, law enforcement officials say. One attendee was killed and two were critically injured. Trump said on social media that a bullet “pierced the upper part” of his right ear before agents […]
Global leaders condemn assassination attempt targeting former US President Donald Trump
Global leaders expressed concern Sunday over an assassination attempt targeting former U.S. President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania that left one attendee dead and critically injured two others. Trump’s campaign said the presumptive Republican nominee was doing “fine” after being whisked off the stage though the shooting pierced the upper part of his […]
President Biden releases statement following shooting at Trump rally
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has released a statement after former President Donald Trump was shot at a Pennsylvania rally. President Biden released the following statement after he and Vice President Kamala Harris were briefed on the incident: “I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania. I’m grateful to hear […]
Shooter dead, rally attendee killed and Trump whisked off stage after gunshots ring out at rally
Donald Trump was whisked off the stage at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after apparent gunshots rang through the crowd. Trump was showing off a chart of border crossing numbers when bangs started ringing through the crowd. Trump could be seen reaching with his right hand toward his neck. There appeared to be blood on […]
West Virginia elected officials release statements after Trump is shot at rally
WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – Elected officials in West Virginia have begun to release statements after former President Trump was shot at a Pennsylvania rally. President Trump is “doing fine” after being grazed by an apparent bullet at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. According to the Associated Press, the shooter is dead, and a rally attendee […]
Richard Simmons dead at 76
(LOOTPRESS) – Eccentric fitness icon Richard Simmons, renowned for his unwavering positivity, has passed away, his representative confirmed. The 76-year-old celebrity, who just celebrated his birthday on Friday, was found dead at his Los Angeles home after his housekeeper placed a 911 call, according to police sources. Authorities believe Simmons died of natural causes, and […]
Gov. Justice to speak at RNC convention joined by Babydog
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Governor Jim Justice is set to speak at the 2024 Republican National Convention (RNC) and will be joined by his beloved English bulldog, Babydog. According to a list of of the 2024 speakers, West Virginia Governor and U.S. Senate Candidate Jim Justice will be among the large slate of individuals speaking […]
Beckley man serving life sentence for murder of 17-year-old sentenced for federal gun crime
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Beckley man currently serving a life sentence has been sentenced for a federal gun crime in connection to the murder of a 17-year-old. Steven Marvin Lawson Jr., also known as “Bali,” 30, of Beckley, was sentenced Friday to 10 years in federal prison for being a felon in possession of […]
Raleigh County man arrested after stealing car title, $10,000 worth of collectible coins
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Raleigh County man has been arrested after stealing a car title and $10,000 worth of collectible coins. According to a criminal complaint, on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 3:49 PM, police were dispatched to a residence on Kanawha Blvd West in Charleston, following a report of stolen goods from a […]
Dr. Ruth Westheimer, America’s diminutive and pioneering sex therapist, dies at 96
NEW YORK (AP) — Dr. Ruth Westheimer, the diminutive sex therapist who became a pop icon, media star and best-selling author through her frank talk about once-taboo bedroom topics, has died. She was 96. Westheimer died on Friday at her home in New York City, surrounded by her family, according to publicist and friend Pierre […]
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