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Illinois man arrested following two separate stabbing incidents in Ashland, police say
ASHLAND, Ky. (WCHS) — An Illinois man has been arrested Wednesday in connection to two stabbings that happened in Ashland, police said. William Simmons, 31, was taken into custody after an investigation named him as a suspect in two stabbings -- one that occurred Wednesday and another that occurred on July 21, according to the Ashland Police Department.
Home, classic car damaged after driver crashes into garage
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A home and classic car suffered damage after a driver plowed into a garage, according to the Ripley Volunteer Fire Department. According to firefighters, minor injuries were reported after the car smashed into the garage on Wednesday, August 14. The home suffered heavy structural damage, the...
Ross County EBT users warned about card skimmers
CHILLICOTHE— Have you used your EBT card at Save-a-Lot on Western Avenue and Corner Market on Charleston Pike in Chillicothe recently? If so you may be at risk of having your money stolen due to card skimmers recently found in the stores. These skimmers can be found on card readers and look exactly...
Pike man arrested for burglary hours after being released from jail
PIKEVILLE, Ky. — A Pike County man found himself back in jail hours after being released, for allegedly trying to steal a way to get home. Pikeville Police were called to Bowles Addition, where a homeowner had detained a man who he said was trying to steal his kid’s bicycle.
Charleston gears up for annual Distance Run
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The city is set to host the highly anticipated Charleston Distance Run, known as one of the most challenging races in the region, the event attracts runners from across the country to test their endurance on the scenic yet demanding 15-mile course. The event also features a 5K run/walk and a three-person relay, making it accessible to a wide range of athletes.
Gov. Justice announces Revenue Secretary and State Auditor certify 4% income tax reduction
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Jim Justice announced that Revenue Secretary Larry Pack and State Auditor JB McCuskey inked a letter certifying a 4% reduction in West Virginia’s personal income tax. The certification has been filed with the State Tax Division and will take effect on January 1, 2025. The Department of Revenue and State […]
WVDNR announces National Hunting and Fishing Day ticket sale
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that tickets for its National Hunting and Fishing Day celebration are now on sale. The annual event is returning to Stonewall Resort State Park in Roanoke on Saturday, September 21. “West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Day is an action-packed event […]
Rain returns to end the week in West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky
(WOWK) – It has been a hot and dry week so far in the Appalachia, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict big changes in the forecast will move in early Friday morning. A warm front will pass through early tomorrow morning bringing in widespread chances for scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. Several other fronts will follow […]
Traffic backed up on Rt. 60 following I-64 crash
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Traffic is backed up on Route 60 in Milton following a crash that happened on Interstate-64 this morning. According to Cabell County 911, the crash happened at the 31 mile marker between Milton and Hurricane in the westbound lanes. The accident involved a semi-truck and a...
Gov. Justice announces STOP Violence Against Women grant awards
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — Gov. Jim Justice announced that he has awarded $1,124,446.00 in STOP Violence Against Women program grant funds to 21 projects across West Virginia. The purpose of these funds is to establish or enhance teams whose core members include victim service providers, law enforcement, and prosecution to improve the criminal justice system’s response to violence […] The post Gov. Justice announces STOP Violence Against Women grant awards appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Kanawha County couple pleads not guilty in child neglect case
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Kanawha County couple who were charged after their children were found allegedly living in deplorable conditions appeared in court Thursday. Justin Burdette, 40, and Caitlin Loveless, 32, both of St. Albans pleaded not guilty to child neglect creating a substantial risk of serious bodily injury and death.
Vehicle crashes into home in Ripley, minor injuries reported
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Emergency personnel were called to a Jackson County, West Virginia home Wednesday after a vehicle crashed into the house. Ripley firefighters said the wreck resulted in "minor injuries" and "heavy structural damage to the residence." The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been...
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