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Cleveland-Cliffs will make electrical transformers at shuttered West Virginia tin plant
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Cleveland-Cliffs announced Monday it will produce electrical transformers in a $150 million investment at a West Virginia facility that closed earlier this year. The company hopes to reopen the Weirton facility in early 2026 and “address the critical shortage of distribution transformers that is stifling...
KY Charleston WV Zone Forecast
KY Charleston WV Zone Forecast for Sunday, July 21, 2024. Zone Forecast Product for Central Appalachians and Middle Ohio Valley. This product provides average values for each zone and may not. be representative of exact locations. For a more site-specific. forecast visit: https://weather.gov/rlx. KYZ103-222000- Boyd- Including the cities of Ashland...
SAFD to host Safe Haven Baby Box dedication, blessing event
A dedication ceremony and blessing of the Safe Haven Baby Box at the St. Albans Fire Department Central Station will get underway at 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 12, at the fire station, 51 Sixth Ave. in St. Albans. Initiated by the St. Albans Fire Department in collaboration with the...
Crash in Charleston leaves many without power, dispatchers say
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A two-car crash that caused a vehicle to roll over into a utility pole in the west side of Charleston has left hundreds of people without power, dispatchers say. Reports of the wreck came in about 8:30 p.m. on Friday along the 300 block of...
1 injured in Barboursville crash involving motorcyle
BARBOURSVILLE, WV (WOWK) – At least one person has been injured in a crash in Barboursville. According to Cabell County dispatchers, the crash happened around 530 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of Pine Crest Drive and Rt. 60. Dispatchers say a motorcycle and an SUV. Dispatchers say at least one person was taken to the […]
West Virginia American Water gives more than $845,000 to support organizations across the state
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Over the course of last year, West Virginia American Water managed to provide more than $845,000 supporting a host of organizations that dedicate their time in helping others. American Water’s Charitable Foundation recently announced its end of year total in charity donations for 2023. The...
1 injured in Cabell County crash
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – One person has been taken to the hospital after a crash in the Barboursville area. According to Cabell County 911 dispatchers, the crash happened around 4:30 p.m. near the intersection of Route 60 and Alternate Route 10. There is no word on the condition of the person who was injured. […]
Veterans and community gather to honor a homeless Purple Heart recipient
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Veterans and supporters came out to pay their respects to Purple Heart recipient Ronald Tittle, who passed away homeless and with no known family. His funeral was held on Thursday at the Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery in Institute. Those who were...
Vehicle erupts into flames after crash on Charleston’s West Side
UPDATE (12:38 p.m. on July 20, 2024) — Power in the affected area has been restored after a vehicle crash in Charleston’s West Side knocked the power out Friday night, according to Appalachian Power. CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — A two-vehicle crash on Charleston’s West Side caused one of them to flip over and crash into […]
Worldwide IT outages translate to delays at W.Va. International Yeager Airport
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A worldwide information technology glitch translated into some long delays at the West Virginia International Yeager Airport in Charleston Friday. Delays hit travelers coming to and from the capital city flying United, American and Delta, leading to lines forming at ticket counters. The problem was...
I-64 eastbound entrance and exit ramps at Nitro to be closed
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - The eastbound Interstate 64 off ramp at the Nitro exit (Exit 45) will be closed beginning at 10 p.m. Friday, July 19, 2024, for paving and road work. The ramp should reopen no later than 5 a.m. Monday, July 22, 2024. Eastbound traffic intending to go...
Swimming championships: City Swim Meet is a Charleston tradition
CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WCHS) — Summer is the time to relax and enjoy the crystal clear blue waters of a pool and while for most, it's all about cooling off and just chilling, for others it's serious business. A season of swimming showdowns is culminating this week at the...
College Students Learning on the Job with ZMM Architects and Engineers
Interns at ZMM Architects and Engineers (ZMM) are gaining real-world experience by working collaboratively with fellow interns and professional staff. The 17 students are seeing their classroom knowledge come to life in projects that benefit communities across the region. Our interns support operations across the firm in our Charleston, WV,...
First responders battle a fire at abandoned Charleston house
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A structure fire broke out at an abandoned home in Charleston Friday night, according to dispatchers. Reports of the fire came in at about 9 p.m. along Indiana Avenue at a house that is reportedly vacant. First responders are one the scene and no injuries...
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