Grave Marker Dedication Honors Black Activist Bessie Woodson Yancey
A grave marker dedication was held this month for an Appalachian activist who died decades ago.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWest Virginia lawmakers disagreed on the intent of a bill introduced on Monday, March 31, that would make changes to how long some people have to sue. ...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFor many years West Virginia has led the nation in foster care rates, with more than 6,000 children currently in state custody. This year, the state legislature formed a work group to identify and address complaints of neglect and ineptitude in the state’s child welfare system. As Emily Rice reports, the work group reported their findings and recommendations to lawmakers this month.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsThe use of photos to create deep fakes of sexually explicit content is becoming a trend among child predators. Photos of children can be plugged into AI to create child pornography.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAdvocates from across the state gathered at the state capitol Thursday to bring attention to sexual violence.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsTo start the week, education committees in both chambers have focused on supporting students in difficult situations.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsMonday was Child Advocacy Day at the Capitol, bringing together child welfare advocates to provide resources and educate the public.
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