Kimberly Keagy

The bill will change how the Department of Human Services handles reunifying foster children with their biological siblings.

A bill is working its way through the West Virginia legislature that lawmakers believe will help improve the state’s child welfare system.

SB 585 would mandate West Virginia high school and middle school student-athletes wear an impact-reducing soft-shell helmet cover during football practice beginning on July 1, 2026.

The proposed legislation would require each public school building to be equipped with a silent alarm system that could be activated during an emergency.

Health officials suggest anyone who was around the floodwater or items in the flood to receive a tetanus vaccine.

Consumer Protection Advocates recommend doing your homework before hiring anyone.

A WSAZ Investigation found Meadows was charged in a similar case in the past. According to court records, he also has active cases in Putnam and Cabell counties.

New information revealed Wednesday shows where two of the incidents happened.

Gov. Andy Beshear encouraged Eastern Kentucky flood survivors to apply for recovery housing support through a newly launched online form at HousingCantWait.Org.

Dr. Mike Dyer, a veterinarian at the Proctorville Animal Clinic, said the colder weather only suspends the threat of ticks and fleas until the warmer months.