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Huntington, other Cities, Want Opioid Case Pharmacies Tried in Kanawha Court

While the opioid drug manufacturers have become subject to a massive multi district action, Huntington , Charleston, Ceredo, and Kenova want the defendant dispensing pharmacies tried in state court. Read more

Kenova Sues in Federal Court for River Clean Up Costs from Towboat Sinking

When the towboat Gate City sank in the Big Sandy River January 10,  the City of Kenova incurred at least $150,000 in emergency clean up expenses including an estimated 5,000 gallons of oil and had to close water intake for residents. Read more

Former Huntington Police Captain Dies

"You may have committed more acts of child rape and abuse than any person in the history of West Virginia, sir," Judge Paul Farrell said at the time of sentencing. "In fact, you may have committed more crimes against persons than anybody in the history of West Virginia."

Former Huntington Police officer , Captain Foster "Pete" Bowen has died.  Capt. Bowen won respect while serving as a member of HPD, but at the age of 80 was convicted of 34 counts of sexual abuse and sexual assault. He was a man in a good guys uniform participating in bad guy conduct.  Read more

Tyson Foods Inc. Recalls Breaded Chicken Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

WASHINGTON, – Tyson Foods Inc., a North Little Rock, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 3,120 pounds of frozen breaded chicken products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically blue and clear soft plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced. Read more

BREAKING ... Colonial Lanes Closing , Will be Sold

A West Huntington entertainment landmark has closed and will be sold , according to a social media posting from the owner's family member.  Read more

Federal Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Allowing Construction of Bungled Plutonium Fuel (MOX) Project at SRS to Continue for Now

Columbia, SC – A judge with the federal district court in Columbia, South Carolina this evening issued a “preliminary injunction” to halt the termination of the mismanaged plutonium fuel (MOX) project at the Savannah River Site in South Carolina.  The preliminary injunction had been requested by the State of South Carolina on May 25, 2018.

$500 Huntington Fine for Sweeping Cut Grass, Leaves into Sewer

Did you know that blowing or sweeping grass clippings, fallen leaves or other yard waste into the street or down the storm drain can cause flooding? Read more

Marshall’s Sammons to serve on National White Collar Crime Center Cybercrime Advisory Board

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – John Sammons, an associate professor at Marshall University, has been invited to serve on the National White Collar Crime Center Cybercrime Advisory Board. Read more

Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia to host national SBIR tour

Huntington, WV – The Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia (Alliance) is partnering with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Marshall University's Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI), the West Virginia Small Business Development Center and others to welcome the National SBIR Road Tour to Huntington on June 21, giving small business owners and researchers the opportunity to learn firsthand about America’s largest federal seed fund, which awards more than $2.5 billion annually.

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National Neighborhood Watch offers a new way for families to reduce their risk of burglary.

Sweet Home Ore., June 8, 2018 News/Release: The National Neighborhood Watch offers a new way for citizens to reduce their risk of burglary. It’s called Super Grip Lock a patented $10 deadbolt accessory that stops anyone from unlocking your door at home or when staying in a hotel or motel. Read more

Attorney General Morrisey Urges Consumers To Shop Smart At Liquidation Sales

Statement from the White House Press Secretary Regarding the Youth Opioid Prevention Ad Campaign

The [Trump] Administration unveiled the first set of public awareness ads to combat the opioid crisis.  This first set of ads is focused on preventing young adults, ages 18-24, from misusing or abusing opioids.  Read more

Cross Lanes Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Receiving Child Pornography

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A Cross Lanes man was sentenced  to 78 months in federal prison for a child pornography crime, announced United States Attorney Mike Stuart. Charles William Lourett, 62, previously entered his guilty plea in February to receiving child pornography. Read more

Gas Explosion Under Investigation

The cause of a gas explosion in Marshall County early Thursday , June 7, remains under investigation. Representatives from the WV Department of Environmental Protection and TransCanada remained on the scene.  Read more

Gov. Justice announces more than $6.6 million for post-flood recovery and resiliency

Charleston, WV – Gov. Jim Justice on Thursday announced the awarding of more than $6.6 million in grants from the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) made available statewide in response to the deadly and devastating June 2016 flooding. Read more

Gov. Justice reports May revenue collections $20.2 million above estimates, state on track to finish FY 2018 with a budget surplus

New Huntington Police Officers Sworn In

The Huntington Police Department and the City of Huntington are excited to welcome new officers Nathan J. Hegemeyer and Chasten D. Toler. Read more

WVDEP Hosting Water Quality Standards Public Hearing July 10

FIRST LOOK: Surprise...Solo will be Challenged by Oceans 8. Hereditary

Once, an ole, crusty racing gambler told me about picks and misses from Hollywood: "It's all a crap shoot," said the late Al (Mayor of 4th Avenue) Cross, the long time manager of the Keit Read more

Huntington Police K-9 Fundraiser Friday at Fat Patty's

  The Huntington Police Department’s K-9 Unit conducted a demonstration of bullet and stab-resistant vests for the media this morning. Read more

Solid Waste Disposal Unit near Huntington Ohio River Bridge Saturday

The Cabell County Solid Waste Authority's mobile recycling unit will be set up from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 9, at the foot of the 6th Street Bridge along Veterans Memorial Boulevard. Read more

Montgomery Man Sentenced to Over 10 Years in Federal Prison for His Role in Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

BECKLEY, W.Va. – A Montgomery man was sentenced to federal prison on drug charges, announced United States Attorney Mike Stuart. Rory White, also known as “Dub,” 34, of Montgomery, previously entered a guilty plea to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute more than 100 grams of heroin and a quantity of oxycodone.  White was sentenced to 125 months – 10 years and 5 months -- in federal prison.    Read more

RCBI coding camp offers students hands-on experience

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. - Students from across the region will learn in-demand computer coding skills June 25-29 during Python Coding for Kids Camp at the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) in Huntington. Read more

Marshall University Foundation establishes Charles L. and Shirley E. Roberts Scholarship

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. -  The Charles L. and Shirley E. Roberts Scholarship has been established by the Marshall University Foundation Inc. to benefit a West Virginia student involved with a faith-based/ religious student organization who plans to study in the Lewis College of Business. Preference will also be given to graduates of Hundred High School and Cabell Midland High School. Read more

Score More Drugs, Dealers off Huntington Streets

Neighborhood complaints in the 600 block of 13th Street West have led to the arrest of two dealers, seizure of suspected distributable amount of crack cocaine, heroin and cash. Read more

Michigan Man Sentenced to Prison for Intent to Distribute Heroin in Huntington

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – A Michigan man who was caught with drugs in Huntington in 2017 was sentenced  to 87 months in federal prison, announced United States Attorney Mike Stuart.  Read more

West Virginia American Water Begins $760,000 Pipeline Upgrade along McComas Road in Barboursville

Barboursville, W.Va. (June 5, 2018) – West Virginia American Water today announced the start of construction to replace aging water main along McComas Road in Barboursville to improve service reliability, increase flows for fire protection and prevent water outages. Read more

Fatal accidents, off-the-books workers, a union once run by a mobster The rogue world of one of New York’s major trash haulers.

by Kiera Feldman, Voice of America, special to ProPublica

The HEADQUARTERS of Sanitation Salvage, one of the largest private trash haulers in New York City, is a squat brick building that sits unremarkably amid the garbage dumps and razor wire of the Hunts Point section of the South Bronx. Read more

Public Service Commission Conducts Inspections for International Roadcheck 2018

CHARLESTON, WV – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia’s Transportation Division will participate in International Roadcheck 2018, conducting commercial vehicle inspections from 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, June 5 through 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, June 7 at the Cooper’s Rock weigh station.  

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Mexican National had two prior felony convictions and three prior deportations

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – A Mexican national man pled guilty yesterday to the felony offense of Reentry of a Removed Alien, announced United States Attorney Mike Stuart. Eduardo Martinez-Campeano, 47, faces up to ten years of incarceration, a $250,000 fine, three years of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment when he is sentenced on September 4, 2018. Read more

Trump Campaign Launches PromisesKept.com to Document President’s Accomplishments

NEW YORK, NY –  Donald J. Trump for President, Inc. launched PromisesKept.com, designed to document all of President Trump’s accomplishments in office and to counter the errors and omissions of the mainstream media, which distort, underreport, and lie about the President’s remarkable record since taking office. Read more

No More Miss America Swimsuit Competition

The Board of Trustees of the Miss America Organization announced today groundbreaking changes for the “The 2019 Miss America Competition,” effective this September, by declaring that the 51 women representing their home states and the District of Columbia will no longer be judged on outward physical appearance. “The 2019 Miss America Competition” airs live on ABC,SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th (9:00–11:00 p.m. EDT), from Atlantic City’s historic Boardwalk Hall. Read more

AG Wins $20K Judgment, Shuts Down Cabell County Home Inspector