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Survey of 400 across the state find 53 percent would vote for road bond; the poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 5 percent. More>>
A bill that would establish regulations for dog breeders passed the Senate Feb. 22 after an amendment to exclude herding or hunting dogs. More>>
A collaborative effort to study West Virginia's growing prison population was released Feb. 22. More>>
A member of Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin's Cabinet has resigned. More>>
West Virginia's race against Ohio and Pennsylvania to attract an ethane cracker facility has united a number of industries hoping to best take advantage of the potential investments. More>>
A bill passed by the Senate Feb. 22 would allow contractors for the Boy Scouts of America to use that organization's non-profit status for some tax exemptions. More>>
Bill provides clearer definitions of human trafficking, abduction and sex slavery, and also establishes standards to govern additional training for law enforcement. More>>
The West Virginia Surface Mine Board upheld the permit on Jan. 25 under the groups' appeal; they say it does not adequately protect water quality or historical resources.
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With West Virginia's primary election fast approaching, some residents of Kanawha County may be wondering exactly which district they will be in now. More>>
Sen. Donna Boley, R-Pleasants, filed a petition last week asking for clarification that Frank Deem, who filed to run against her, is ineligible. More>>
Legislation would provide five or 10-year tax exemption to businesses meeting certain criteria — a move one business owner says would make the state far more competitive in attracting jobs. More>>
The system currently is over-funded at 130.3 percent and the bill aims to reduce this amount by reducing judges' pension payments from 10.5 percent to 7 percent. More>>
A unanimous House of Delegates has voted to have West Virginia join 48 other states to combat human trafficking. More>>
West Virginia has one of the nation's worst teen smoking and spit tobacco use rates. But members of the House health committee aren't sure that targeting flavored tobacco is the answer. More>>
A bill that would permit a gaming facility in a "rural resort community" was introduced in the Senate Feb. 20. More>>
Defense contractor Alliant Techsystems is asking workers at its Rocket Center plant to volunteer for layoffs. More>>
The state's last remaining debt issue now is history. More>>
Fraternal societies and veterans' organizations would be allowed to use electronic raffle machines to raise money for charities and other nonprofits. More>>
A bill currently stalled in the House Judiciary would require utility companies to write plans for providing "least-cost" electricity and several interest groups are hoping the bill will push through. More>>
Monday marked the final day during the regular, 60-day session of the Legislature to introduce bills. More>>
Bill would regulate how liquor sampling events are conducted. More>>
Congress votes to extend payroll tax cuts that were set to expire Feb. 29. More>>
The House Judiciary Committee wants to make sure that West Virginians can go to court if government appears to be infringing on their religious rights. More>>
A bill to ban exotic pets in West Virginia has cleared another hurdle. More>>
A House of Delegates committee is considering legislation to regulate substance abuse treatment facilities and update rules for opioid treatment. More>>
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will host 12 public meetings across the state to provide hunters, trappers, anglers, landowners and others an opportunity to comment on proposed hunting regulations. More>>
Increased workload and decreasing revenues have been increasing delays for horizontal well permits in West Virginia, but the chief environmental official in West Virginia assured industry things would soon be getting better. More>>
West Virginia has made the most improvement on its Chesapeake Bay restoration plans, and Pennsylvania has the most work to do. More>>
A bill that would ban minors from using tanning facilities has been toughened in the Senate. More>>
From Salsa to the Side Plank, W.Va. Lawmakers Find Ways to Fit Exercise into Busy Schedules When a person takes on a role, it's hard to see that person step outside the box, from teachers to clergymen. More>>
If West Virginia leaders need any guidance on what issues they should be addressing in the Legislature right now, all they have to do is ask a young business person who has opted to start or grow a career More>>
Rep. Nick Rahall announces Office of National Drug Control Policy is seeking applications for Drug Free Communities grants, aimed at addressing youth substance abuse issues. More>>
CHARLESTON (AP) — West Virginia would continue to exempt the timber industry from natural resource taxes under a measure approved by the House of Delegates.
Thursday's unanimous vote passes Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin's proposal to the state Senate. More>>
CHARLESTON (AP) — A West Virginia lawmaker has introduced a bill that would give gay and lesbian couples the same legal protections as heterosexual married couples. More>>
HUNTINGTON — Mayor Kim Wolfe has proposed a $2 a week increase in the city's user fee. If approved by City Council the increase would hike the fee from its current $3 a week to a new total of $5 a week. More>>
Pending West Virginia safety legislation does not go far enough to respond to the worst U.S. coal mine disaster in four decades. More>>
Pennsylvania moved closer Tuesday to imposing a fee on the drilling that has transformed the state by exploration of its vast Marcellus Shale reserves. It is the only major gas-producing state that does not tax the taking of... More>>
Regulators say the Environmental Protection Agency has approved all but one of West Virginia's proposed water quality standards. More>>
U.S. Sen. Jay Rockefeller says an aviation funding bill that has received final congressional approval will preserve jobs across the state. More>>
The Senate Health and Human Resources committee debated a bill Tuesday that would require businesses with roll-your-own cigarette machines to pay state taxes. More>>
Welcome Success is easy when times are good. When business is booming and life seems rosy, it is easy to be at the front of the line, directing people where to go. More>>
West Virginia's race against Ohio and Pennsylvania to attract an ethane cracker facility has united a number of industries hoping to best take advantage of the potential investments. More>>
Legislation would provide five or 10-year tax exemption to businesses meeting certain criteria — a move one business owner says would make the state far more competitive in attracting jobs. More>>
A bill that would permit a gaming facility in a "rural resort community" was introduced in the Senate Feb. 20. More>>
AEP CEO Nick Akins says future carbon capture systems at power plants likely will skip the storage part if a market can be found for carbon dioxide. More>>
Costumed swimmers raised money this weekend at the Morgantown Polar Plunge: Freezin' For a Reason, which benefits the West Virginia Special Olympics. Another Plunge will take place at 3 p.m. Feb. 25, at Winterplace Ski Resort in Beckley/Flat Top.
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The state's last remaining debt issue now is history. More>>
A study released Thursday points primarily to market factors, not environmental regulation as the driving force behind coal plant closures. More>>
A bill currently stalled in the House Judiciary would require utility companies to write plans for providing "least-cost" electricity and several interest groups are hoping the bill will push through. More>>
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