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Two fires destroy two trailers in Belle and St. Albans

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A series of fires destroyed two trailers in the Belle and St. Albans areas. The first happened at 10 pm Friday in the area of Simmons Creek Road in Belle. The second happened in the area of the 400 Block More>>

Former Smithers VFD chief and wife indicted for embezzlement, fraud

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A former fire chief and his wife were indicted on felony charges Thursday, according to documents obtained from Fayette County Court. More>>

So-called prank at Wayne High School could end with criminal charges

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Someone broke a window and opened a fire escape, then trashed a classroom. Deer urine was spilled all over the floor and a desk. Workers also found rancid dead deer parts in the hallway and blood on the floors. More>>

Charlie West Blues Fest takes over Haddad Riverfront Park in Charleston

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On Saturday, the music will begin at noon and last until about 11 p.m. Scheduled performers include KJ Blues, Mojo Theory, Grand Marquis, Southern Hospitality, Mud Morganfield, Tinsley Ellis and Kim Wilson & the Fabulous Thunderbirds. More>>

WV DOH announces summer driving safety zone program

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Drivers are asked to pay close attention to the movements of traffic as well as the location of road workers whose jobs often put them extremely close to traffic. More>>

Clay County man convicted of dealing meth

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Raymond Hersman, 47, of Wallback, in Clay County, was found guilty of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of the drug. More>>

Man facing charges after police say he was selling pot

Xavier Holmes, Photo Courtesy: West Virginia Regional Jail Authority Xavier Holmes, Photo Courtesy: West Virginia Regional Jail Authority
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A Huntington man is behind bars after police say he was selling marijuana Friday. More>>

Cabell Midland student getting public service award in D.C.

Tiffani Webb, Photo Courtesy: Cabell County School Board Tiffani Webb, Photo Courtesy: Cabell County School Board
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Tiffani Webb, a local high school senior, is set to receive a prestigious national award for helping her community. More>>

Court: Law applying crack sentences retroactive

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A federal appeals court has ruled that anyone serving prison time in a crack cocaine case should get a new sentence under a law lessening the sentences for offenders. More>>

Huntington church begins Pentecost celebration

Photo Courtesy: Chris Holtzapfel, Photojournalist Photo Courtesy: Chris Holtzapfel, Photojournalist
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Friday at St. John's Episcopal Church, on Washington Boulevard, the parish installed over 350 origami doves in the church nave to symbolize the Holy Spirit. More>>

New VA Women's Health Center opens

Photo Courtesy: Chris Holtzapfel, Photojournalist Photo Courtesy: Chris Holtzapfel, Photojournalist
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Friday the VA Medical Center officially opening their new Women's Health Clinic. More>>

Cabell County looking for new magistrate

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Cabell County is starting its search for a new magistrate. More>>

Neighbors watch as crews battle house fire in Huntington

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A neighborhood watched as firefighters battled a house fire in Huntington Friday morning. More>>

Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain

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New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone. More>>

Toddler found in Charleston meth apartment

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The couple has been charged with attempting to operate a clandestine lab and exposure of a minor to meth. More>>

Yoga may help ease high blood pressure

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People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension. More>>

Man says bath salts made him sexually abuse Kanawha County girl

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A man has been given the maximum sentence for sexually abusing a then 9-year-old girl. More>>

Fitness in middle age may help shield men from cancer later

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Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates. More>>

Huntington man arrested for illegal firearm possession

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A Huntington man is behind bars once again after police responded to a disturbance call. More>>

Hamlin, WV couple arrested for child neglect

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At about 1:00 a.m. on May 17, Hamlin police were called to Barbara Apartments in Hamlin where they found Holly Roberts and James Randolph "passed out" in a Grand Prix with an 18-month-old in the back seat. More>>

Chesapeake, OH ghost hunters help community center

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A group of ghost hunters in Chesapeake, Ohio offer a spooky time to help a good cause. More>>

Lincoln County couple arrested on child abuse charges

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A Lincoln County couple is in jail on felony child abuse charges. More>>

Van driver protests WV state code in favor of free speech Video included

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Wherever Lynda Farley goes, she gets the same reaction: an expression between shock and amusement. More>>

Police say man sexually assaulted 14-year-old relative

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A man is behind bars for allegedly sexually assaulting a family member, according to South Charleston police. More>>

Boy battling leukemia lives out a dream on the football field Video included

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Trey Roy's family was devastated when he was diagnosed with leukemia in July 2011. The little boy from St. Albans has maintained a positive attitude throughout his ordeal and has inspired others with his charismatic personality. More>>

Tree falls on power lines along Tolley Hollow Road; Kanawha County school bus routes changed

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Bus 1014 will pick up students at the intersection of Tolley Hollow Road and Sissonville drive Friday, May 17. More>>

WVU doctors: Walking is a safe and easy exercise

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The benefits of a walking routine include improved heart health, lower cholesterol and weight loss. More>>

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