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Police Investigating Body Found in Charleston

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Police Investigating Body Found in Charleston

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - Charleston police are investigating after a body was found Tuesday afternoon. According to CPD Investigative Services Bureau Chief Lieutenant Tony L. Hazelett, the body was found in the area of 12th Street SE and MacCorkle Avenue. Location body was found (WOWK Photo) Hazelett says the body has been taken to the West Virginia State Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy. This is a developing story, and WOWK 13 News w…See the Story

July 3 Declared West Virginia State Holiday This Year

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July 3 Declared West Virginia State Holiday This Year

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CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — State employees in West Virginia are being given an extra extended weekend to help celebrate the nation's independence. Governor Patrick Morrisey announced on Tuesday that state workers would be excused from work on Thursday, July 3. Where to see 4th of July fireworks in north central West Virginia “As we approach America’s birthday, I am encouraging West Virginia state employees to spend some additional time with f…See the Story

Capito Applauds Trump’s Appointment of Her Son as Southern District U.S. Attorney

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Capito Applauds Trump’s Appointment of Her Son as Southern District U.S. Attorney

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Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) had some glowing words today for President Donald Trump’s picks for West Virginias two U.S. Attorneys.See the Story

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What's a Purple Alert? WV's New System for Missing Persons

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced on Tuesday the launch of a new Purple Alert system with the goal of more easily locating missing people with cognitive impairments. “Purple Alerts empower local law enforcement to respond quickly when individuals with cognitive impairments go missing,” said Gov. Morrisey. “This new alert system will strengthen community safety through clear coordination and swift action…Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston See the Story

West Virginia ends Fiscal Year 2025 above estimates, but lower than previous year

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - West Virginia ended its fiscal year with a larger General Revenue Fund Cumulative than expected, but the number was still lower than the previous year, according to Governor Patrick Morrisey. According to the governor's office, the General Revenue Fund Cumulative collections for Fiscal Year 2025 totaled $5.519 billion. Morrisey says this number is $254.8 million above the estimate for the total. “As we expected, Fiscal…Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston See the Story

Judge allows new evidence to be admitted in Overstreet case

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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - A man accused of killing his infant daughter was back in Cabell County Court Tuesday morning. Shannon Overstreet is charged with “death of a child by a parent, guardian or custodian or other persons by child abuse,” murder, and concealment of a deceased human body, according to the Huntington Police Department. The charges stem from the disappearance of his daughter Angel Overstreet in May 2021, which led to a multi-ag…Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston Read Article

Governor’s Office: Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs not being shuttered

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CHARLESTON – Since its creation 13 years ago, the Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs has worked to promote discussions of issues facing black residents and other minorities in the state.Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston Read Article

Former Mountaineer, Current TBT Coach Has New Job

Former Mountaineer and current Best Virginia head coach Jarrod West now has a new job to dive into after the TBT. On Tuesday, West announced that he’s joining the staff of the Glenville State women’s basketball team as an assistant coach. “Officially just wanted to introduce myself as Glenville state women’s assistant coach,” said West as part of a post on X (formerly Twitter). Former WVU clutch shot maker and Best Virginia's current head coac…Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston Read Article

Yeager Airport celebrates expansion to its general aviation apron

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The state’s largest airport is celebrating an $8.3 million dollar investment to support the growth of its general aviation. West Virginia International Yeager Airport hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on its General Aviation Apron Expansion Project Tuesday. The $8.3 million infrastructure investment allocated to the airport through state and federal funding grants will…Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston Read Article

HealthNet Aeromedical Services Launches 40th Anniversary Celebration - West Virginia Daily News

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – West Virginians will soon notice a “40” on HealthNet Aeromedical Services aircraft. That’s because HealthNet Aeromedical Services — the not-for-profit critical care transport system cooperatively owned and operated by Marshall Health Network, Vandalia Health and WVU Medicine — is celebrating four decades of providing high-quality aeromedical services across Central Appalachia. “Our commitment is to provide compassionat…Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston See the Story

USA Cycling Generates $6.9 Million Impact for Charleston

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK)- The City of Charleston and Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau announced Tuesday the Pro Road National Championship generated a $6.9 million impact on Charleston’s economy. The impact was a 50% increase from last year’s race. Visitor spending was also up 14%. The City of Charleston also said the races supported 1,030 jobs and generated $591,000 in local taxes. During the event, 25% of attendees were visitors from …Cycling · Charleston See the Story

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