Across the nation, more than 390,000 children rely on foster care. However, a shortage of licensed foster homes is creating a national crisis. While official foster care cases are carefully tracked, many informal examples of kinship care aren’t part of the data. For this Us & Them episode, we hear the experiences of those who’ve been part of the foster care system.

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Women’s Locker Room Hidden Camera Court Cases Scheduled For Fall

Trial dates are set involving dozens of women who fear they were viewed or recorded on a hidden West Virginia State Police locker room camera.

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Government Chris Schulz, Apr. 23, 2024

Lawsuit Claims Morgantown Panhandling Ordinance Unconstitutional

A lawsuit filed in federal court Monday argues Morgantown’s ordinance against panhandling is unconstitutional.

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Government Randy Yohe, Apr. 23, 2024

Voices Of The Voters: Three Weeks Until The Primary

Government reporter Randy Yohe took to the streets to gauge voter concerns and readiness before they head to the polls.

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Economy Jack Walker, Apr. 23, 2024

With Federal Clawback Averted, Justice Renews Calls For Health Funding

With fears of a federal COVID-19 relief fund clawback quashed, Gov. Jim Justice urged lawmakers to restore funding to health and human services in West Virginia.

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Government WVPB Staff, Apr. 23, 2024

Funding Needs For Domestic Violence Shelters On This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, domestic violence prevention advocates lined the State Capitol rotunda in February, seeking a budget increase. They said lawmakers were receptive to the idea. But no increase was passed before this year’s regular legislative session ended. Jack Walker checked in with domestic violence prevention advocates on funding needs as a potential special session approaches.

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Government Jack Walker, Apr. 23, 2024

Tuesday Last Day To Register To Vote For Primaries

April 23 is the last day for West Virginia residents to register to vote in the state's primary election May 14. Early voting will be held in person from May 1 to May 11.

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