Star City shooting suspect apprehended in Harrison County

November 2, 2026

CLARKSBURG – An escapee from a Wheeling Detention Center was arrested Monday afternoon by U.S. Marshals in Reynoldsville. Xander Ball, 18, wanted by the West Virginia State Police for escape, was arrested at a residence…

Drive in style: West Virginia releases new cryptid license plate

CHARLESTON - West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles releases a W.Va. monsters-inspired license plate on Monday. The plate, designed by…

Mountaineer mascot rouses crowd at South Middle

MORGANTOWN – Tuesday’s midterm election may have been just hours away, but Reese Allen didn’t have to do any politicking…

Butterflies a part of fall

It seems like the Mountain State is having a record fall as colors develop and linger due to steady, cool…

About 20% of county's voters cast early ballots

MORGANTOWN – Monongalia County Clerk Carye Blaney is hopeful that strong participation in early voting is indicative of increased overall…

WVU to celebrate Appalachian traditions during Mountaineer Week

The 79th annual West Virginia University Mountaineer Week celebration of Appalachian heritage begins Monday, Nov. 9, and continues through Sunday,…

WVU Sports

No. 24 WVU women's hoops faces challenge in opener against Rhode Island

MORGANTOWN – There is some idea, Mark Kellogg says, as to who will be…

Column: WVU football's 2026 schedule turned out to be tougher than expected

WVU men's hoops begins 'journey' against Niagara

Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark stepping down

High School Sports

Hayden George proved why he’s the state’s best WR in 2026 Mohawk Bowl

MORGANTOWN - University High School senior wide receiver Hayden George has exploded onto the…

COLUMN: There were so many ways to count No. 3 University High's 20-13 Mohawk Bowl win as an all-timer

No. 3 University stuns No. 4 Morgantown in final seconds to claim 2026 Mohawk Bowl, 20-13

Morgantown High sweeps Quad A state cross country titles, University’s Gainer repeats as state champion

Obituaries

Chester Lee Brooks

Chester Lee Brooks, 93, of Morgantown, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026. Arrangements, which are incomplete, have been entrusted to Hastings Funeral Home.