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Positive Reading Skills
Reading to Children
June 1, 2009 1:51pm
A mountain state beauty put her brains to work. Mrs. West Virginia Andrea Mitias read to students at Kanawha City Elementary school in Charleston.
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Turnpike Tolls
Public Opinion on Proposed Hike
June 1, 2009 1:51pm
Drivers have voiced their opinions about the proposed toll increase.
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Senator Byrd still in hospital
Infection worsens
June 1, 2009 2:06pm
West Virginia's Senior Senator is still in the hospital. Senator Robert C. Byrd has developed a staph infection.
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Bridge Closed
Under Construction
June 1, 2009 2:06pm
Summer construction season is in full swing and Charleston's Kanawha Boulevard Bridge is closed.
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Plane Crash Investigation
Two People Hurt
June 1, 2009 2:06pm
Investigators are looking into what caused a plane to go down in Preston County.
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SUV Into Building
Pinned Against Wall
June 2, 2009 12:36pm
An elderly woman is injured after she was pinned against a wall after an SUV crashes into an insurance office in St. Albans.
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Sunken Sternwheeler
Submerged Boat Lifted from River
June 1, 2009 9:54pm
Chester Wingo, Boat Owner, "It went down in a matter of 20 minutes."
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Beating or Accident?
Kenova Teen in Hopsital With Head Injury
June 1, 2009 9:54pm
A Kenova teen is in the hospital with a severe head injury and now investigators are trying to determine if he was beat or hit by accident.
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GM Bankruptcy
Local Dealers and Customers React to Bankruptcy Filing
June 1, 2009 10:37pm
Tim Hiroskey leaves Thornhill GM Supercenter in Chapmanville, after getting his Chevy Cobalt serviced, a satisfied customer. He's not worried that the company that made...
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Suspect Kills Self
Suspect sought in murder
June 2, 2009 11:51am
A suspect sought in connection with two bodies found in Barbour and Braxton counties has killed himself. Police say the suspect shot himself this morning in a hotel room...
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A piece of history is demolished
School demolished
June 2, 2009 11:21am
Some alumni no longer have their alma mater. The old Dupont and Junior High school is being torn down.The building first served as high school and then became the home of...
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Cement Truck Wreck
Road Worries
June 2, 2009 1:06pm
A cement truck driver apparently loses control of his truck and goes off Interstate 64 and lands into a creek below.
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Voters to the Polls
City Elections
June 2, 2009 1:06pm
Dunbar and Barboursville residents are heading to the polls to vote in the city elections.
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Riverfront Project
Beautification Project Discussion
June 2, 2009 1:06pm
City leaders in Charleston, West Virginia are discussing riverfront projects and beautification projects.
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Extreme Makeover
Castingwestva@gmail.com
June 2, 2009 1:51pm
Do you know of a family that is in need of an extreme home makeover?
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Frozen Treat
James Bond's Popsicle
June 2, 2009 1:51pm
James Bond's likeness is being turned into a limited edition popsicle to celebrate Britain's National Ice Cream Week.
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Stanley Cup Finals
Big Night for Penguin Fans
June 3, 2009 11:21am
After back-to-back losses the Penguins are back.
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Special Session
Legislators Pass Governor's Bills
June 3, 2009 9:36am
Soon these seats will be empty; the boards blank.
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Guilty Plea
Teen Pleads Guilty to Shooting Officer
June 2, 2009 10:38pm
A Huntington teen pleads guilty to the attempted murder of a police officer.
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Economic Forum
Forum To Talk About Coal Industry's Impact on Local Economy
June 2, 2009 10:38pm
Logan County officials are hoping an economic forum being held next week will give people an idea of the impact the coal industry has on the local economy.
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Buy a cup of Coffee
A cup of coffee can send a child to camp
June 3, 2009 9:51am
If you buy a cup of coffee....you could be changing a child's life. All day on Wednesday at Tim Hortons, every penny spent on a cup of coffee will help send thousands of...
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Railroad ties catch fire
Firefighters battle railroad ties
June 3, 2009 10:06am
Some gas station workers in chelyan got an unusual late night scare. They called 9-1-1 after spotting a fire across the street for their station. The crew from the Billows...
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Disaster Aid
2 Million Dollars Available
June 3, 2009 3:06pm
A federal recovery center will be open till 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2009.
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Coach Wants Job Back
Sutherland Sues Putnam County School Board
June 3, 2009 3:06pm
A former successful high school coach wants his job back at Winfield High School.
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DUI Sentence
Courtroom Apology
June 3, 2009 3:51pm
" I'm so very sorry for all the pain I've caused you." A tearful Melissa Newman apologized to a Charleston man for running him down drunk on Capital Street a year ago. B-J...
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Power Surge
Tips to Keep the Lights On
June 3, 2009 3:06pm
Power companies are trouble shooting to make the lights stay on and your air conditioners running.
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Tree on House
Storm Damage
June 3, 2009 3:06pm
A Charleston woman got quite a surprise when a tree fell on her front porch Tuesday night after storms rolled through the area.
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Power and Cost Saving Tips
Keep Cool When it's Hot Outside
June 3, 2009 3:06pm
According to Sackpower try these no-cost and low-cost tips to keep your house cool when it's hot outside.
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Melissa Newman
DUI Driver Gets Year in Jail
June 3, 2009 3:36pm
"I'm so very sorry for all the pain I've caused you." A tearful Melissa Newman apologized to a Charleston man for running him down drunk on Capital Street a year ago. B-J...
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Extreme Makeover
CASTINGWESTVA@GMAIL.COM
June 3, 2009 5:36pm
Do you know of a family that is in need of an extreme home makeover?
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Jefferson Awards
Volunteers Honored
June 3, 2009 5:21pm
"One person can make a difference. That is the heart of democracy at work."
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Commerce Committee
Car Dealer Talks to Senate
June 3, 2009 10:36pm
As the head of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, Democrat Jay Rockefeller took advantage of an opportunity.
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Firefighters Honored
Two Killed in Woolworth Fire Finally Honored
June 4, 2009 5:51pm
Ever so slowly, groundskeepers at Spring Hill Cemetery lower a brand new headstone onto the grave of Richard McCormick. He was one of seven firefighters that died in the...
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Wicked Weather
Strong Storms Damage the Region
June 4, 2009 2:53pm
In an instant strong storms ripped through the Kanawha Valley Wednesday afternoon
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Flood Relief
SBA Offers Assistance
June 4, 2009 2:53pm
Flooded out businesses in Gilbert are getting some extra help from a federal recovery center.
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Inmates Escape
Manhunt
June 4, 2009 1:06pm
Three inmates are on loose after they escape from a Mount Olive work camp in Raleigh county.
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New School?
Poca Middle Striving Despite Bad Conditions
June 4, 2009 5:21pm
The honors are piling up for Poca Middle School
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Computer Giveaway
Students Rewarded for Attendance
June 4, 2009 11:07pm
Sharon Dawes Elementary School is having an end of the year celebrate like none other.
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Sex Offender Sentencing
Victim is a Prisoner In Her Own Home?
June 4, 2009 7:40pm
A Kanawha County Judge hand down a sentence for a convicted sex offender.
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Poca Middle School
Award Winning School Falling Apart
June 4, 2009 9:22pm
Poca Middle School was awarded a "West Virginia Exemplary School," by State Superintendent Dr. Steve Paine.
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Bus and Car Collide
School Bus Delayed
June 4, 2009 7:21pm
A car and school bus collide at the intersection of Greenbrier Street and Airport Road.
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New Owner
Greenbrier Resort
June 4, 2009 7:21pm
The economy has taken a toll on West Virginia's Greenbrier Resort.
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PEIA Hearings
Public Hearings Scheduled
June 4, 2009 11:07pm
There will be four public hearings to help decide the future of PEIA future retiree health benefits.
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Fire Investigation
Fire crews battle porch fire
June 5, 2009 8:21am
Firefighters rushed to a fire on the west end early Friday morning. The fire started on the porch in the 19 hundred block of Washington Street around one. When firefighters...
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Lost Baby Deer
Baby deer lost alongside highway
June 5, 2009 10:36am
We've been told by officers with the Division of Natural Resources and local veterinarians that we should leave wild animals alone. But drivers heading into the capitol city...
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One Click
Single Point for Flood Help
June 5, 2009 10:37pm
Calls for help from victims of the May flooding in southern West Virginia continue to pour into FEMA's joint field office in South Charleston. 1700 victims of the May 9th...
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Sexual Assault Charges
Dillon Proclaims Innocence
June 5, 2009 6:07pm
Scott Dillon, Facing Charges, "I didn't do it".
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Firefighter Combat Challenge
Hurricane Volunteers Prepare to Show Skills
June 5, 2009 6:21pm
When Hurricane Volunteer Firefighters heard the "National Firefighter Combat Challenge" was heading to Charleston they knew it was one fire call they were excited to answer.
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Splash
Driver Takes Truck Swimming
June 5, 2009 11:37pm
A pickup driver took his truck for a swim in the Kanawha River this afternoon. 24-year-old Frank Hopson of Charleston was driving East on Kanawha Boulevard when his 2003...
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Good Evening Concerts
Country for Cures
June 5, 2009 11:51pm
The Good Evening Ranch, located in Canvas, WV, proudly present "Country for Cures. "
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Oh Deer!
Fawn Loses Way on Highway
June 8, 2009 10:21am
A close call for a tiny fawn separated from it's mother.
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Murder Suspect
Picture Released
June 6, 2009 12:06am
Eyewitness News has obtained the picture of the man police say could have killed as many as five people in the Clarksburg, WV, area.
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Bodies Found
Sheriff Detectives Investigating Possible Murder-Suicide of Husband and Wife
June 6, 2009 10:07pm
Investigators are looking into the deaths of a husband and wife found dead in their mobile home. Both appear to have died from at least one gunshot wound.
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Disturbing Murder
Pregnant WV Woman Killed in Oregon
June 8, 2009 12:52am
This morning a St. Albans family is coming to terms with a disturbing murder.
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Missing Man
Search Continues for Missing Mason County Man
June 8, 2009 10:06am
Search teams are looking in a rural part of Mason County for a missing man.
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Missing Man
Mason County Man Found
June 8, 2009 1:51pm
Search teams have found the body of a missing Mason County man. Valley Fire Chief Ezra Black says Richard Duncan was found dead, no foul play is expected.
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Rite Aid
New Contract
June 8, 2009 2:36pm
Union workers at the Rite Aid warehouse in Poca have approved a new contract by a narrow margin.
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Huntington Bank Robbery
Police Searching for Man Who Held Up Bank
June 8, 2009 4:36pm
A man is on the run after robbing a Huntington bank.
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Car Accident
Police Officer in Morning Accident
June 8, 2009 2:36pm
A Huntington police officer is recovering after a morning accident.
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Rhodes Lawyer
Murder Case Hearing
June 8, 2009 2:51pm
A man charged with murdering his girlfriend by setting her on fire tried to dump his lawyer but changes his mind.
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Trial Delay
Sex Offender Case
June 8, 2009 2:51pm
There is a delay in the trial of a high profile sex offender.
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Summer Camp
Sponsor a Child
June 8, 2009 2:51pm
Looking for something for your child to do now that they are out of school?
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Summer Basketball
Play Ball!
June 8, 2009 2:51pm
Local volunteers are using sports to help keep children out of trouble.
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Pride Parade
Gays and Lesbians Proudly March in Downtown Charleston
June 8, 2009 5:06pm
The colors of the rainbow floated down Capitol St. as gays and lesbians from all over West Virginia marched proudly in the 13th annual Gay Pride Parade.
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Dealerships Closing
Crown Dodge Empty Day Before Deadline to Close
June 8, 2009 9:51pm
Henry Marino stands in the empty lot of his Crown Dodge dealership in Nitro -- a stark reminder of what is happening to 789 Chrysler Dodge and Jeep dealerships across the...
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Breaking and Entering
Police search for suspect
June 9, 2009 9:06am
One suspect is in custody and another is still on the loose after breaking into a Cross Lanes store.
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Muncipal Election
Heading to the polls
June 9, 2009 1:22pm
Voters across the state are heading to the polls today.
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More cases of swine flu
Health officals looking at more swine flu cases
June 9, 2009 12:36pm
There are three cases of swine flu in Kanawha County. Health officials say they are three separate cases. A pregnant woman who was visiting from out of state, a teenager...
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Missing Man
Mysterious Disappearance
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
Mingo County Deputies need your help to find a Ragland man who mysteriously disappeared at the end of May 2009.
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Adolescent Immunization Month
Get Your Teen Vaccinated
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
June is Adolescent Immunization Month according to Governor Joe Manchin.
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Changing Diet Improves Health
Low Carb Diet
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
Changing your diet could improve your health in just a month.
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Fashion Arrest
Man in Woman's Bathing Suit
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
Police make a fashion arrest in the Buckeye State.
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Mine Shutdown
Darby Mine No. 1 Layoffs
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
Massey Energy has idled Darby Mine No. 1 Coal Mine in Eastern Kentucky and laid off 27 workers.
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New Season Begins
Theatre West Virginia Outdoor Shows
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
Theatre West Virginia is getting ready for a new season of outdoor shows after overcoming financial troubles.
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Disaster Flood Aid
Damaged or Contaminated Wells
June 9, 2009 2:51pm
If you have a well that has been damaged or contaminated by May 2009 flooding in the southern coalfields of West Virginia you may be able to qualify for monetary help.
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Ex-Delegate Indicted
48 Count Indictment
June 9, 2009 3:51pm
An Ex-West Virginia House of Delegates Member once convicted of illegal campaign spending is charged with bribery, vote buying and running an illegal gambling rings in West...
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Chrysler Contract
Chrysler Dealer Shifting Focus
June 9, 2009 10:53pm
Midnight Tuesday, that's when nearly 800 Chrysler dealerships will lose their affiliation.
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Swine Flu
Kanawha County Confirms Cases
June 9, 2009 9:07pm
Kanawha County has confirmed three cases of Swine Flu.
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Child Porn Case
Child Pornography Sentencing
June 9, 2009 9:07pm
Troopers arrested Harold Morris last July after they found child pornography on a home computer in Charleston. While some of it involved children as young as two, the investigation...
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New Color
DOH Wants Public to Vote on New Color for I-64 Bridge
June 9, 2009 10:53pm
The Division of Highways wants your help in picking the new color for the I-64 bridge.
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Fugitive Files
Two Captures in One Night, 140 Total
June 9, 2009 10:53pm
As soon as deputies pulled up to James Long's home in Hansford he walked out to the cruiser and gave himself up. He allegedly tried to steal an air conditioning unit from...
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Teacher faces meth charges
Special education teacher faces meth charges
June 10, 2009 11:51am
A teacher's aide gets her day in court for meth charges.Brenda Toler plead not guilty to manufacturing methanphetamine. Officers say they found meth making materials in Toler's...
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Burglary suspect recieves sentence
Burglary suspect pleads for mercy
June 10, 2009 12:21pm
A life sentence was handed down to a man that gunned down Jason Venanzi during a burglary on Charleston West Side. Charles Skiles had entered into a binding plea deal that...
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Former Montgomery cop charged
Ex-Cop charged with Federal Civil Rights Violations
June 10, 2009 5:36pm
The federal civil rights information accuses Matthew Leavitt of beating Twan Reynolds and unfairly charging his wife, Lauren Santella-Reynolds, for drunk driving. The government...
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HADCO President Resigns
HADCO's New President
June 10, 2009 3:06pm
Gerald Mcdonald, President of Huntington Area Development Council (HADCO) in Huntington has announced his resignation, which will take effect at the end of the month.
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Disaster Loans
Non profit Groups Apply
June 10, 2009 3:06pm
Non profit groups in six more counties can apply for federal disaster loans to repair damage caused by the May 15, 2009 flooding.
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Ohio River Sweep
Need Volunteers For Cleanup
June 10, 2009 3:06pm
The Ohio River Sweep is celebrating its 20th anniversary of cleaning up.
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Pt. Pleasant Mayor
Mayor Resigning
June 10, 2009 3:06pm
The mayor of Point Pleasant is resigning due to health reasons.
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Miner Killed
Forman Crushed In Underground Accident
June 10, 2009 3:06pm
A Kentucky coal miner has been crushed in an underground accident.
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Is it a Boy or Girl?
Gender Prediction Test
June 10, 2009 3:06pm
It's a question many expecting parents long to have answered, "Is it a boy or a girl."
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Gas Line Leak
County Buildings Evacuated
June 10, 2009 5:21pm
Kanawha County's work on the old AEP building at the corner of Truslow St. and Virginia St. hit a major road block.
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Economic Forum
Hundreds Listen to Forum On Impact of Coal Industry
June 10, 2009 6:21pm
An economic forum spells out the importance of coal to people both directly and indirectly affected by West Virginia's biggest industry.
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Snively Memorial
Family Makes Funeral Arrangements
June 10, 2009 11:37pm
Funeral arrangements are set for the pregnant Saint Albans woman who was murdered in Oregon.
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Electricity Rate
Seniors Worry About Paying Bills
June 11, 2009 9:22pm
Many West Virginia senior citizens say they can't take anymore.
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Mountaintop Mining
Tougher Rules for Surface Mines
June 11, 2009 9:22pm
The Obama administration takes steps it says will reduce the environmental destruction caused by mountaintop removal coal mining in six states. The government will seek to...
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School Bond
Bond Proposes New Buffalo High School
June 11, 2009 10:52pm
Buffalo alum, Katie Pack, says she's hoping to see her old high school become brand new.
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Emergency Declaration
Extends Counties
June 12, 2009 4:51pm
West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin extends the state of emergency in response to last month's heavy rain and flooding.
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DTV Transition
Eyewitness News Answers Questions
June 12, 2009 9:08pm
The way you watch television will forever change at midnight on June 12th.
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Motorcycle Wreck
Rider Killed
June 12, 2009 4:51pm
A motorcycle rider was killed Thursday night in Mason County.
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Ex-Boyfriend Charged
Sexual Assault Charges
June 12, 2009 5:06pm
A 53 year old man is charged with allegedly raping his ex-girlfriend at gunpoint in a Cedar Grove.
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Epidemic Exercise
Kanawha County Prepares
June 12, 2009 9:08pm
How would Kanawha County react if anthrax was released during a basketball game at the Charleston Civic Center?
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High Water
Businesses Flooded, Drivers Detoured in Russell
June 12, 2009 9:08pm
"We didn't think after last year it would happen again," Marilyn Webb said. "We weren't ready for it."
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Possible Drowning
Crews Search for Missing Teenager
June 12, 2009 11:06pm
Police are still investigating but they are now saying they believe alcohol may have played a part in this alleged accident.
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Big Tobacco
Smokers will Soon See Changes
June 12, 2009 11:22pm
A landmark bill just passed in our nations capitol will certainly affect the mountain state. It gives the Food and Drug Administration unprecedented control over big tobacco...
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Hospital Shooting
Man Shot at CAMC Memorial
June 13, 2009 3:06pm
Charleston police are investigating a shooting at CAMC Memorial Hospital in Kanawha City.
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Poker Run
Bikers Raise Awareness for Child Abuse
June 13, 2009 5:51pm
Around 30 bikers in Barboursville were revving up their engines and strapping on their biker boots Saturday; all for a little girl.
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Teen Drowns
Crews Search River for Body
June 13, 2009 10:51pm
All David Priestley can do is sit along the river bank and watch with binoculars as crews search the Kanawha River for the body of his youngest son Cody.
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Hospital Murder
Gunman Kills Patient
June 14, 2009 11:51pm
A frightening scene unfolded in the Intensive Care Unit at CAMC Memorial in Kanawha City.
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Praising the Lord
Vietnam Veteran Preaches Word of God
June 14, 2009 11:21pm
59-year-old Dr. Tim Lee is preaching and praising the same person who he says saved his life.
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Murder Investigation
Charleston Police on Scene of Homicide
June 14, 2009 11:21pm
Charleston Police are on the scene of a murder on Charleston's West Side.
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Funeral plans are set
Funeral plans for former St. Albans woman
June 15, 2009 8:52am
Services are scheduled on Tuesday in St. Albans for a woman who died in an attack in Oregon along with her unborn child. The funeral for Heather Snively is set for 6 at...
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Fire Investigation
Fire investigation underway
June 15, 2009 8:52am
Flames at a house in Hernshaw, lit up the morning sky. A neighbor on Badger Lane was first to report the fire a little after 3 o'clock. Firefighters say the fire started...
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Free Vouchers for Seniors
Free vouchers for seniors to get fresh fruits and veggies
June 15, 2009 9:06am
If you are a low income senior citizen....you soon will be eligible for free vouchers to buy locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Seniors age 60 and older can sign...
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AEP Public Hearing
Pending Rate Increase
June 15, 2009 9:21am
If you don't want to pay more on your utility bill....you have a chance to say so. The West Virginia Public Service Commission will host public meetings for you to voice...
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Engineer Camp
Students Study to Become Engineers
June 15, 2009 10:38pm
What do you want to study in college? Its a question many high school students are asked. And this week a group of students from across the region are at Marshall University...
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911 Calls
Accounts of CAMC Shooting
June 15, 2009 9:22pm
Eyewitness News has obtained two of the 911 calls from CAMC Memorial Hospital after the shooting Saturday afternoon.
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Public Hearing
Public Services Commission Discusses Proposed Electric Rate Increase
June 15, 2009 10:38pm
Appalachian Power customers blasted a proposed rate increase during the first day of a public hearing on the issue.
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Body Found
Teen's Body Recovered in Kanawha River
June 15, 2009 10:38pm
The body of a drowned teenager has been recovered from the Kanawha River.
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Fatal Accident
Man Dies in Cabell Co. Accident
June 16, 2009 11:06am
One man is dead after crashing his car into a utility pole.
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Habitat Moves
Habitat for Humanity Moves Huntington Office
June 16, 2009 11:06am
Habitat for Humanity is moving its Huntington office.
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West Nile Virus
West Nile Changers
June 16, 2009 3:51pm
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus have been located in Kanawha County. The Kanawha-Charleston Health Department reports that the virus has been located in the lower falls...
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Lecco & Friend
Lecco & Friend enter pleas in court
June 16, 2009 3:51pm
Two Mingo County residents will get another trial after the verdicts were over turned. George Lecco and Valerie Friend pleaded not guilty to murder today and will be re-tried...
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Felony Animal Cruelty
Ex-Candidate Busted for Allegedly Starving Horses
June 16, 2009 6:22pm
Clint Casto, a former Charleston area political candidate, is charged with animal cruelty. Animal control officers say they found two of his horses--one starving, one dead...
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Missing Boater
Huntington Native Missing in Idaho
June 16, 2009 3:51pm
Rescue crews in Idaho are searching for a man originally from Huntington.
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Robbery Arrest
Police nab suspect in foot pursuit
June 16, 2009 3:51pm
A Saint Albans man is behind bars this morning after robbing a man of drugs. Robert Hayes is accused of robbing Leroy Elliot of his perscription Xanax. Elliot told police...
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Fiance Speaks
Heather Snively Remembered
June 16, 2009 6:22pm
In one of her final pictures, 21-year-old Heather Snively looks happy. She was expecting her first baby with fiance Chris Popp, a boy named John Stephen.
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Fugitive Files
Have You Seen any of These People?
June 16, 2009 11:07pm
Tara Barrett-King is wanted for allegedly attempting to operate a meth lab. Last year king walked into the Kroger at Riverwalk Plaza in South Charleston and bought meth making...
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Nitro Council Meeting
Mudslides Hurting Community
June 16, 2009 11:07pm
Mudslides, flooded homes, and thousands of dollars in damage. People living in the Hillside Drive area of Nitro say an energy company is to blame.
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Pay Raise
Cabell County School Board Gives All Employees Pay Increase
June 16, 2009 11:07pm
In a majority vote the Cabell County School Board approved a $500 pay raise for all employees.
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DUNBAR HOUSE FIRE
A family's Home Burns to the Ground
June 17, 2009 10:21am
A fire broke out in a home on Victoria Road in Dunbar around 11:30 p.m. last night.It was fully engulfed when firefighters arrived on the scene.The homeowners were in the...
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Rate Hike Protest
Customers speak out against hike
June 17, 2009 11:06am
Concern residents against the proposed AEP rate hike hit the streets in downtown Charleston. They want the Public Service Commision to know this rate hike will hurt people...
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Bill Signing
Governor signs bills
June 17, 2009 11:06am
A diverse range of bills were signed into law at the State Capitol. Governor Manchin signed into law bills touching on everything from alternative energy sources to extra...
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Montgomery Officers
Another Lawsuit against former officers
June 17, 2009 11:21am
A Fayette County woman is the latest to accuse two former Montgomery Police Officers with misconduct. Tonya Terrell filed a lawsuit in Kanawha Circuit Court against Shawn...
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Temporary Housing
FEMA helps with temporary housing
June 17, 2009 11:51am
If your home was left unlivable by the May flooding, and you need temporary housing...A meeting is schedule to get you help. FEMA and the West Virginia Division of Homeland...
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Murder Arrest
Police arrest 14 year old in Westside murder
June 17, 2009 4:21pm
An arrest has been made in the murder of an elderly woman on Charleston's westside. Police have taken into custody a 14 year old male in the murder of 82 year old Phyllis...
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Murder Arrest
14-year-old Murder Suspect May Be Tried as Adult
June 17, 2009 5:06pm
A 14-year-old Charleston boy is charged with the murder of an elderly woman on Charleston's West Side.
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Twister in Tollesboro
Barns Collapsed, Buildings Damaged in Tornado
June 17, 2009 10:52pm
For people living in Tollesboro, Kentucky, it's all about cleaning up.
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Bridge Connected
Center Span of New Bridge Complete
June 17, 2009 10:52pm
The center span of the Interstate 64 bridge between Dunbar and South Charleston is now complete.
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Iron Chef Competition
Local Job Corps Students Compete in Atlantic City
June 18, 2009 7:06pm
Culinary students at Job Corps in Charleston are ready to sink their teeth into the "Iron Chef" competition in Atlantic City.
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Police Standoff
Five Hour Incident Ends in Peace, Suspect Behind Bars
June 18, 2009 6:23pm
"It was scary," Tracy Brumfield said. "It's crazy."
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Mine Protest
14 Arrested in Boone County
June 18, 2009 6:23pm
Deputies and troopers arrested 14 people, 13 of them from out-of-state, Thursday after anti-mining activists staged a protest that briefly halted production at Massey's sprawling...
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Family Arrested
Child Neglect Charges
June 18, 2009 6:23pm
Question after question, 67-year-old Alexander Doran remained silent on the walk to the Kanawha County Courthouse.
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Fighting Meth
Kanawha County ....
June 18, 2009 10:37pm
Kanawha County Deputies had their hands full on Wednesday with two meth busts: One in Sissonville, another in Cross Lanes.
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Hydrogen Gas
Yeager Airport Piloting a New Program
June 18, 2009 11:51pm
The federal government is building an energy efficient gas station at Yeager Airport.
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Minor Flooding
More Wild Weather Coming
June 19, 2009 8:06pm
Heavy rains pounded northwest Jackson County Friday morning. It was enough water to put small streams out of their banks and block some minor roads. Water was reported over...
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Bus Tour
Huntington City Leaders View Problem Areas
June 19, 2009 11:36pm
Huntington Mayor Kim Wolfe, city council members and other city leaders took nearly a four hour tour around town Friday morning, looking at areas that need some work.
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3 County Crackdown
Finding Criminal on Corridor G
June 19, 2009 11:51pm
Friday night three counties came together to chase down crime on the corridor.
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Bike Run
More Than 100 Bikers Ride for Charities
June 20, 2009 10:23pm
More than 100 bikers showed up at Charlie's Harley Davidson shop in Huntington Saturday, some were riding for Habitat for Humanity and others were riding for the Ronald McDonald...
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West Side Murder
Residents React to Shocking Crime
June 20, 2009 10:23pm
As Virginia Carper works on a client's hair at her new West Side spa, she feels the shocking murder of 82 year-old Phyllis Phares shouldn't be a reflection of the neighborhood...
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New Library?
Organizers Try to Rally Funds
June 21, 2009 2:36pm
Kanawha County Library Leaders want to build a new branch in Marmet.
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Economic Impact
Local Business Experiences FestivALL Boost
June 21, 2009 10:51pm
FestivALL means a free cold creamy treat for kids at the West Side ice cream social, but for West Side businesses like the Risin Dough Bakery , it means a great way to get...
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Teen Drivers
State Implementing Stricter Regulations
June 22, 2009 7:51am
The state will soon implement stricter driving regulations for young drivers.
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Kidnapping & attack case
Landon & Hayes trial begins
June 22, 2009 11:21am
Two men busted for allegedly kidnapping and attacking a Kanawha County woman will stand trial together--like it or not. Keith Haynes and William Landon allegedly went to...
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Swine Flu
Possible Swine Flu
June 22, 2009 11:21am
The Kanawha Charleston Health Department is investigating two possible cases of swine flu. The suspect cases surfaced last Thursday and Friday at a summer camp held at...
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PEIA Meeting
Voice Your PEIA Opinion
June 22, 2009 3:06pm
People who are insured with PEIA will have a chance to voice their opinions during public meetings.
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July 4th Concert
Mattea Comes Home
June 22, 2009 3:06pm
West Virginia native and country music star Kathy Mattea will be home performing for some 4th of July festivities.
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Driving Dangers
Teens at More Risk During Summer
June 22, 2009 10:36pm
Bud Anderson, Bud's Driving EDge, "You should not be taking your eyes off the road to adjust."
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Emergency Drill
Officials Test New Procedures
June 22, 2009 10:52pm
Kanawha County emergency officials and Bayer Crop Sciences held at emergency drill Monday morning.
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Shuman Memorial
Friends and Family Remember Killed Teen
June 22, 2009 10:52pm
It's a time of mourning -- family and friends of a 19 year old killed in a car crash are remembering his life.
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Sexual Abuse
Suspect pleads guilty in Wal-mart abuse
June 23, 2009 12:06pm
A Charleston man who groped a 12-year-old girl in the Patrick Street K-mart is now convicted as a repeat offender. That is expected to mean a life sentence for Vincent West...
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Ferrell in Court
Former Delegate Pleads Not Guilty
June 23, 2009 11:51am
Former Logan County Delegate Joe C. Ferrell faced a judge Tuesday morning.
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Bank Robbery
Thieves Hold Up Scioto County Bank
June 23, 2009 3:51pm
A bank was robbed in Scioto County, Ohio this just before nine Tuesday morning.
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Dora comes to town
Dora reads to children at CAMC
June 23, 2009 12:06pm
Dora the Explorer is coming to Charleston. But before they begin their adventure, Dora took some time to read to some sick kids at CAMC this morning. Performances for Dora...
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Chrysler Bankruptcy
Signs Come Down at Spurlock
June 23, 2009 3:51pm
A historic Huntington sign came down Tuesday afternoon.
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Suspected Thief Caught
Police Say Man Admits to Robberies
June 23, 2009 6:21pm
An anonymous tip leads to the arrest of the man wanted in a string of robberies.
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Mining Protest
Actress and Former State Sec. of State Arrested
June 23, 2009 9:38pm
State police arrest more than two dozen people during an anti-mountain top removal protest in Raleigh Count on Tuesday -- including actress and environmentalist Darryl Hannah...
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Swine Flu
Two Confirmed in Kanawha Valley
June 23, 2009 10:38pm
Eyewitness news first broke the story yesterday.
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Fugitive Files
Have YOU seen any of these People?
June 23, 2009 10:52pm
Corey Lanham is wanted for a number of crimes: Burglary, grand larceny, and transferring and receiving stolen property. His criminal complaint from April of last year states...
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Back in West Virginia
Chernobyl kids get a health check
June 24, 2009 11:51am
The Kanawha Valley is once again home away from home for some kids from Eastern Europe.Ten kids from Belarus are in Charleston for 6 weeks getting special treatment. Doctor...
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Yogurt Shop Murders
Springsteen released
June 24, 2009 1:36pm
A former Charleston man who spent the last 10 years in prison after being convicted of killing four teenage girls at a texas yogurt shop is free. Robert Springsteen and Michael...
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Plant Fire
Fire Breaks out at Duke Energy Plant
June 24, 2009 1:51pm
Fire breaks out at the Duke Energy Plant Wednesday morning near the Lawrence-Scioto County line.
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Building Fire
Another Fire in Hinton
June 24, 2009 1:51pm
There was another fire in Summers County Tuesday night.
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Stimulus Funding
Yeager Airport Projects
June 24, 2009 1:51pm
Yeager Airport received 4.9 million dollars in stimulus money.
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Energy Plant Fire
Neighbors Concerned with Lack of Communication
June 24, 2009 10:52pm
"We didn't know if it was maintained, if it was under control, what it was, if it was going to blow up or if we had to evacuate," Lisa Moore said. "We didn't know anything."
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St. Jude Dream Home
Early Bird Deadline Almost Up
June 24, 2009 10:52pm
At nearly 3 weeks to completion, The St. Jude Dream Home in Milton is stunning.
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Living in Filth
Autistic Teen Found Covered in Feces
June 24, 2009 11:21pm
A Saint Albans mother of three faces felony child neglect charges.
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Coal Hearing
Coal hearing takes center stage
June 25, 2009 6:06pm
West Virginia is taking center stage in our nation's capitol. The House of Representatives the is preparing to vote on Friday on a landmark Climate Change Bill. Congress...
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Supporters head to DC
Heading to the nation's capitol
June 25, 2009 6:06pm
Buses full of coal miners and supporters loaded up to make sure their voices are heard in D.C. Congress is closing in on the American Clean Energy and Security Act, which...
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YMCA Cleanup
"Y" Closes Youth Program
June 25, 2009 1:06pm
The Y-M-C-A in Cross Lanes is doing a major clean up after three confirmed cases of swine flu. The "Y" has closed it's youth program starting today through Sunday while a...
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Drug Testing
Students Undergo Testing
June 25, 2009 1:06pm
After it's first rounds of student drug testing -- Jackson County is pleased with the results.For the last 17 weeks students participating in sports or who drive on school...
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New Jobs
Jobs heading to area
June 25, 2009 10:37pm
Mustange survival in Elizabeth is celebrating it's ten year anniversary with a bang.The company has announced it is adding 100 news jobs at the Goodrich building in Spencer.The...
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Farrah Fawcett Dies
Actress Dies At 62
June 25, 2009 1:21pm
Farrah Fawcett, has died.
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Michael Jackson
The "King of Pop" is Dead
June 26, 2009 2:36pm
The Associated Press is reporting that Superstar Michael Jackson has died in a Los Angeles hospital.
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Possible Reburial
Buffalo Native American Remains May Finally Come Home
June 25, 2009 11:07pm
One of the largest Native American reburials in American history could be happening right in Putnam County.
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FEMA Trailer Park
Flood Victims Get New Home
June 26, 2009 5:06pm
Rachel Cantrell and 5 family members moved into the just opened FEMA temporary housing park in Mingo County on U-S 52 Friday. The trailer comes complete with furniture, bedding...
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Shooting
Victim in Hospital, Gunman Still on the Loose
June 26, 2009 10:37pm
"The only thing I was concerned with was my own security and my safety," Larry Miller said.
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Mallos in Court
Neighbor Speaks out about Mallo Family
June 26, 2009 10:37pm
A fourteen year old has been charged with murder and his family sits in jail for child neglect.
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Life Sentence
Kanawha County Family Calls it Justice
June 26, 2009 11:36pm
A convicted sex offender was sentenced to life in prison.
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Water Giveaway
Firefighters, Kroger Give Away Four Truckloads of Bottled Water
June 27, 2009 5:06pm
"This is a great thing, I really appreciate the firemen doing their part," Mary Lester said. "I think it's wonderful that they realize how important that is."
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Firefighter Training
Firefighters Experience Real Life Situations in Exercise
June 28, 2009 11:07pm
Firefighters set a home on fire in Teays Valley -- on purpose. It was all part of live burn training exercise.
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Chain Off
Protestors of Dog Tethering Chain Up to Raise Awareness
June 28, 2009 11:07pm
"I feel I can be a more effective advocate by putting myself in the dog's place, if even for several hours," Capri Holderby said.
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Fireworks Safety
Light and Run..
June 29, 2009 12:06am
As our nation approaches another july 4th holiday remembering safety is key.
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Home Destroyed
Flames Consume House near Charleston
June 29, 2009 10:52pm
Fire destroyed a house near Charleston this morning. Flames had already consumed most of the home on Asbury Road before firefighters from 4 departments arrived just after...
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Credit Card Theft
Ashland Police Looking for Couple
June 29, 2009 10:51am
Ashland Police need your help to find a couple believed to be using stolen credit cards.
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Fatal Accident
Greenup Wreck Kills Teen
June 29, 2009 10:51am
A teenage girl is dead after a car accident.
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Economic Boost
Soccer Tournament to Generate Millions
June 29, 2009 6:37pm
A major boost to the local economy is expected this weekend, as 15-20,000 people are expected to fill hotel rooms from Ashland to Charleston for the 2009 US Youth Soccer...
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Diversity Policy
Kanawha County Possibly Including Sexual Orientation in Policy
June 29, 2009 10:52pm
A new addition to the Kanawha County Schools Diversity Policy has some up in arms.
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Holiday Travel
Tips Before Heading Out this Holiday Weekend
June 29, 2009 11:06pm
Before you go enjoy the freedom of the open road this 4th of July weekend, experts say it is important to visit your mechanic first, unless you want a stressful start to...
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Importuning Charges
Man Allegedly Asks Teen Girl for Sex
June 30, 2009 10:36am
A Scioto County man is behind bars after he allegedly asked a 14-year-old girl to have sex with him.
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Trial Delayed
Brenda Yeager Murder Trial Postponed
June 30, 2009 10:36am
The trial of a man accused of hiding the body of a social worker has been delayed.
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Trial delayed for Steven Foster
Trial for man accused of hiding body is delayed
June 30, 2009 12:06pm
The trial of a man accused of hiding the body of a social worker has been delayed. Steven Foster Senior was supposed to go to trial Tuesday morning for his role in the death...
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Bill signing for autism awareness
Manchin signs bill for autism awareness
June 30, 2009 12:06pm
Governor Manchin will sign a new law that could help secure the futures of autistic children. The bill will give families of children with autism disorders a tax credit of...
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Tornado man arrested for child porn
WV man arrested for child porn
June 30, 2009 12:06pm
Deputies bust a Tornado man for child pornography. 48 year old Vance Wilder, was arrested by the West Virginia I-C-A-C task force. Deputies allegedly found graphic pictures...
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Levy Request
Tax Relief
June 30, 2009 1:06pm
Kanawha County tax payers will be getting some relief. The Ambulance Authority and Regional Transportation Authority want to cut more than 2 million dollars from their levy...
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Slack Plaza gets a makeover
A city makeover is in the works
June 30, 2009 12:06pm
A Charleston Park maybe getting a makeover. City leaders wants to give Slack Plaza a new look. They want to get rid of the fountain and spiked walls. Using federal stimulus...
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Huntington Outdoor Theater
Coal Company Puts Spotlight On The Arts
June 30, 2009 3:51pm
Huntington Outdoor Theater is revving up for its 16th season with a production of "All Shook Up." The show features the music of Elvis Presley and tells how the people of...
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Sworn In
Governor Swears In Milton Leaders
June 30, 2009 4:21pm
City leaders were sworn in this afternoon in Milton.
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Mountain State No More?
What's in a Nickname?
June 30, 2009 10:40pm
What would you rename the state?
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Fugitive Files
Have You Seen These Fugitives?
June 30, 2009 10:40pm
Mark Williams is wanted for allegedly trying to run over a woman with with his car. On MacCorkle Avenue the victim barely made it into her driver's seat before Williams crashed...
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Cash For Clunkers
New Government Program Encourages Fuel Efficient Cars
June 30, 2009 10:40pm
The federal government wants to give you money for your gas guzzler.
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Van Football Ends
Football program ends indefinitely
June 30, 2009 10:40pm
It's a sad day for players, parents and coaches as Van Highschool's football program is put to an end.
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