‘Jay’ Rockefeller Dies At 89
Jay Rockefeller, the last member of his family’s political dynasty who served as West Virginia’s governor and later a longtime U.S. senator, has died.
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Morrisey Vetoes 12 Bills In Final Hours Before Deadline
The West Virginia Legislature closed its 60-day session at midnight on March 14. Gov. Patrick Morrisey had 15 days, not counting Sundays, to sign, veto or allow the 306 bills the body passed to become law. That deadline passed Wednesday night.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Analyze How 'Raylee's Law' Failed In Final Hour
The state legislature has once again failed to enact Raylee’s Law. The frustration of that moment has given way now to analysis about what happened – and how to move forward.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBill Directs Nearly $3M To Smoking/Vaping Cessation
A report from the American Cancer Society notes that more than 28% of West Virginia high school students use tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. That despite the age to purchase the products being set at 21 years of age.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsMorrisey Highlights Session Successes, Sees Opportunity For More
In his first press conference since the end of the 2026 legislative session, Gov. Patrick Morrisey chose to focus on the successes of his priorities -- and goals ahead.
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Lawmakers Return Decisions On Athletic Transfers To SSAC
After a lengthy and passionate debate, the Senate passed a bill that reverts decision-making on athletic transfers back to the West Virginia Secondary Schools Athletic Commission.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHouse Advances 5% Income Tax Cut
Gov. Patrick Morrisey hoped to deliver a 10% tax cut to West Virginians this year, but the legislature appears poised to pass a 5% cut.
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