W.Va. Photographer Joins Team USA For International Competition
A Charleston-based photographer is in Iceland this week taking part in the 2026 World Photographic Cup international photography competition.
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Foster Care Ombudsman Emphasizes Independence, Impartiality As Office’s Role Grows
One of West Virginia’s Foster Care Ombudsmen testified before a committee during November’s interim legislative session about the role her office plays in the state’s child welfare system.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsPossible Solutions Offered For Foster Care System Problems
For 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 NewsSenate Moves To Close Adoption Loophole, Upholding Parental Rights
A bill passed by the West Virginia Senate on Friday would close a loophole in the state's adoption process and uphold parental rights.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNew Appeals Court Improving Consistency Of Family Law
The new Intermediate Court of Appeals is creating a more consistent family law across the state.
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Office Of Drug Control Policy May Leave DHHR
Changes may be coming to the Office of Drug Control Policy if a House bill passes the West Virginia Legislature. House Bill 3306 would take the office away from the state Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) and give it new responsibilities.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsW.Va. Judges Among Lowest Paid in the Country, Study Says
A state legislative panel is recommending pay raises for West Virginia judges.The West Virginia Judicial Compensation Commission released its final report…
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