WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin defended his vote in support of the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh during an appearance on statewide radio Wednesday. “I read […]
Government
In closing arguments, prosecutors say Loughry lied and defense says he has been mischaracterized
CHARLESTON — Each side in the federal trial of West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry has presented closing arguments, with prosecutors saying Loughry is corrupt and the justice’s defense […]
Kingwood resident threatens ethics complaint over road conditions
KINGWOOD — A Kingwood resident says he will file a complaint with the West Virginia Ethics Commission because city council refuses to maintain streets in his neighborhood. Council says Kingwood […]
Commission cleans up levy disbursement procedures
MORGANTOWN — The Monongalia County Commission made changes to how funds from the transit and library levies are distributed during a brief regular Wednesday meeting. County Administrator Rennetta McClure explained […]
Senate challengers from area raise more funds than incumbents
MORGANTOWN — In the first four months of the general election period, challengers for the three local state Senate seats out-fundraised and mostly outspent the incumbents. The candidates are seeking […]
Reedsville residents bring ATV issues to council
REEDSVILLE — Two residents came to Reedsville Council with issues regarding ATVs, and a councilwoman complained about how residents keep their property, at the most recent council meeting. Randy Trickett […]
Date yet to be set for W.Va. slide repair
KINGWOOD — Preston County Commissioner Dave Price said Tuesday there’s still no definite date on when a slide on W.Va. 72 will be repaired. Price said that Larry Weaver of […]
Evangelical rally to support Democrats came to Morgantown
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A group of evangelical Christians are traveling the nation to spread the word; or perhaps, more fittingly, they are traveling to spread many words. The “Vote Common […]
Justice Loughry continues testimony in his own defense
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry has continued testimony in his own defense, taking the stand for six hours over parts of two days. The trial has now […]
Terra Alta, mayor ask for dismissal of former police chief’s suit
KINGWOOD — In a response to a lawsuit, the Town of Terra Alta and its mayor deny wrongdoing in the firing of the town’s former police chief. Former Officer Robert […]
