Re-Entry from Incarceration

Government Trey Kay +, Jan. 22, 2026

Us & Them Encore: Re-Entry

At least 95% of people in state prisons will one day be released — but success after incarceration is far from guaranteed. This encore episode of Us & Them examines the challenges of re-entry and why recognizing trauma may be essential to breaking cycles of incarceration.

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Economy WVPB Staff, Aug. 08, 2024

Drought-Resistant Agriculture And Jobs For Former Inmates This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, drought conditions have ravaged agriculture in West Virginia, and sustainable farming techniques could be the path through a changing climate. And a look at former prisoners filling the state's workforce gaps.

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Government Trey Kay +, Aug. 07, 2024

Us & Them: Can Former Prisoners Help Fill Our Workforce Gaps?

There’s a serious labor shortage in West Virginia. Some believe the 50,00 people released from jails and prisons each year could help. For this episode, Us & Them focuses on second-chance employment.

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Government WVPB Staff, Jul. 25, 2024

Coming Home From Prison, Assessing The Political Landscape, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a look at the challenges of reentry into society after a prison sentence, as well as the country's current political situation.

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Arts & Culture Trey Kay +, Jul. 25, 2024

Re-Entry

At least 95% of people behind bars will be released. Some say a formerly incarcerated person’s successful reentry into society requires more focus on rebuilding an individual and less on punishment. Criminal justice reform efforts also address a victim-centered approach, but some believe that fundamental change might require addressing past trauma of victims as well as the perpetrators of crimes. This episode was honored with a national first place documentary award from the Public Media Journalists Association. It was also part of a series of episodes that were honored with a first place award in public service through journalism from Virginia's AP Broadcasters.

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Government Eric Douglas, May. 17, 2023

W.Va. Lower Than National Average For Prison Incarcerations

The numbers of people on parole are swelling in some states, leading to more people going to jail. But the number of people in the system in West Virginia is on the low end compared to the national average.

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