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Government Eric Douglas, Aug. 27, 2025

Secretary, Mt. Olive Superintendent Found In Contempt

In May, U.S. District Judge Thomas E. Johnston ordered inmate Keith Lowe transferred to a state psychiatric facility from Mount Olive Correctional Complex. Lowe had attempted suicide after being in solitary confinement for 12 years and his legal representatives at Mountain State Justice feared he would try again.

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Government Chris Schulz, Aug. 18, 2025

Lawsuit Seeking To Halt Vaccine Exemptions Re-Filed In Kanawha County

A previous lawsuit from the same group was dismissed on technical grounds in July.

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Government Caelan Bailey, Dec. 19, 2024

Wheeling To Enforce Traffic Ordinance In New Year Amid Panhandling Litigation

Enforcement in Wheeling will mean warnings, citations, and fees for those who engage in prohibited behavior like standing or exchanging items at intersections.

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Government Chris Schulz, Aug. 29, 2024

Community, Advocates Oppose Morgantown Camping Ban

A camping ban aimed at addressing homelessness in Morgantown is expected to pass next week, but community members and advocates are speaking up in opposition.

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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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WVPB News Emily Allen, Apr. 09, 2020

State’s Policy For Handling COVID-19 Concerns In Jails, Prisons Remains Confidential

The number of inmates in West Virginia’s overcrowded criminal justice system has declined over the last few weeks, as prosecutors throughout the state…

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