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West Virginia Legislature

West Virginia lawmakers have struggled to address mental health among police, fire and EMS. But for first responders with PTSD, the issue can’t wait.

by Henry Culvyhouse October 2nd, 2023September 29th, 2023

While there have been piecemeal steps towards addressing PTSD in first responders, lawmakers say they’re going to do more.

As a government shutdown looms, West Virginia is bracing for impact. Here’s what could happen.

by P.R. Lockhart September 29th, 2023October 3rd, 2023

Biden is touting hydrogen as a source of clean energy and West Virginia officials want in. Here’s what to know about hydrogen hubs

by Sarah Elbeshbishi September 26th, 2023September 25th, 2023

Economic Justice

Sen. Joe Manchin helped kill the expanded child tax credit. Now, more West Virginia kids are living in poverty.

by Henry Culvyhouse September 20th, 2023September 20th, 2023

Health department contraception

Health care workers worry state change to family planning program could limit access, endanger funding

by Allen Siegler September 19th, 2023September 21st, 2023

Overlooked by the EPA, a Black West Virginia community sues to spur action on toxic air pollution

by Sarah Elbeshbishi September 18th, 2023September 20th, 2023

West Virginia Legislature

Lawmakers gave WV firefighters a one-time cash infusion. Volunteer departments need a long-term solution.

by Henry Culvyhouse September 18th, 2023September 15th, 2023

West Virginia Legislature

New law could make it even harder to get health care in deadly West Virginia lockups

by Alex Burness, Bolts September 15th, 2023September 15th, 2023

News

WVU’s Board of Governors has approved budget cuts. Here’s what to know

by Duncan Slade and Erin Beck September 15th, 2023September 21st, 2023

News

‘This will diminish student learning:’ WVU faculty say proposed cuts will hollow out departments

by Erin Beck September 14th, 2023September 13th, 2023