This week, some politicians and coal companies call themselves friends of coal, but one journalist says they don’t seem to be friends of coal miners. Also, what not to do if you get poison ivy. And, pepperoni rolls were a staple in the coal mines. But public schools might be why they caught on.

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Government Caelan Bailey, Feb. 11, 2025

The $400 Million Projected Deficit: How W.Va. Got Here

During his first week in office, Gov. Patrick Morrisey delivered a picture of the state’s fiscal health in stark contrast to his predecessor’s projections...

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Government Briana Heaney, Nov. 04, 2024

State October Revenue Numbers Below Estimates

The state's October revenue numbers are in, and they are below estimates. The state shapes its budget, or what it spends, based on what the governor projects the state will make, known as its expe...

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WVPB News Emily Allen, Mar. 05, 2020

Foster Care Bill Nearing Passage After Senators Continue Tweaking Funding, Foster Childs’ Rights

A bill for foster care reform in the West Virginia Legislature was amended further Wednesday night, before it was sent to the full Senate for…

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WVPB News Liz McCormick, Mar. 13, 2017

W.Va. Dept. of Commerce Requests More State Dollars

The West Virginia Department of Commerce gave the House and Senate Finance committees a presentation Monday morning to explore the state's competitiveness…

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WVPB News Ashton Marra, Feb. 10, 2017

Lawmakers Begin Digesting Executive Budget Proposal

Gov. Jim Justice has asked lawmakers to do a politically unpopular thing this state Legislative session -- raise taxes. But legislative leaders say they…

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