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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House Of Delegates Advances Major Regulations For Vape, Smoke Shops
The regulations for vape and smoke shops include required licensing, location restrictions and signage requirements in an effort to curb appeal to children.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDelegates Discuss Needs Of State Foster Care System
On this episode of The Legislature Today, issues with Child Protective Services (CPS) and the state foster care system are persistent. The West Virginia Legislature faces questions on how to correct the problems that arise every year. News Director Eric Douglas speaks with Dels. Jonathan Pinson, R-Mason, and Hollis Lewis, D-Kanawha, to get their take on the issue.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsIn Eleventh Hour, Senate Republicans Suspend Rules To Pass DEI Ban
Both chambers of the West Virginia Legislature voted to pass a bill banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. But a technical error sent the state Senate into chaos Saturday night.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Vote To Dissolve Anti-Discrimination Office, Already Hollowed Out Amid DEI Cuts
The West Virginia House of Delegates voted Friday to pass Senate Bill 837, which would eliminate the West Virginia Office of Equal Opportunity. That office is charged with protecting residents from discrimination.
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House Democrats Say Cannabis Reform Would Bring Economic Gains
Democrats in the West Virginia House of Delegates are advocating for reforms to the state's cannabis policies.
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