CHARLESTON — Gov. Jim Justice announced Monday that he has accepted the resignation of West Virginia State Police Superintendent Jan Cahill amid an investigation of the agency […]
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Star City PD hiring full- and part-time officer positions
The Star City Police Department is looking to add to its ranks and is accepting applications for full- and part-time probationary police officer positions. Police Chief Jessica […]
New police training academy gives more options for local departments
A new law enforcement training program at Fairmont State University (FSU) kicked off this week with its first class of cadets. The program promises an immersive experience […]
Man charged after nearly crashing into deputy, fleeing the scene
Multiple police units from departments in the Morgantown area were called to a scene near the Morgantown Industrial Park Tuesday morning to help search for a fugitive […]
University Police implement new incentives for potential recruits
The West Virginia University Police Department is sweetening the pot for potential new officer recruits with some new incentives going into place starting in July. UPD Chief […]
Law enforcement recruitment problematic for all departments
Police departments countywide and throughout the state are experiencing an unprecedented shortage of new officer recruits. The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department said they will be down eight […]
Launch Pad hosts police officers and community children
In honor of National Police Appreciation Week, Launchpad Trampoline Park in Westover hosted Hop with a Cop Thursday evening. Kids were able to jump around with officers […]
Annual wreath-laying ceremony honors fallen officers
“To members of law enforcement and your families, know not a single day or a single week is enough to recognize your service and sacrifice.” At 10 […]
Training program helps law enforcement identify, assist those suffering from dementia
Law enforcement and other first responders often come into contact with people suffering from a cognitive impairment. While many times these people are suffering from a mental […]
Guest essay: It takes a village to fight fentanyl
by William Ihlenfeld West Virginia has long struggled with addiction, and the tremendous harm suffered by its people is well documented. But just when we thought that […]
