Regional news — Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Updated 10:32 AM, Monday, November 2, 2026

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Warm now, but big changes are on the way

Tomorrow will start off very nicely, but as the day goes on the skies will begin to cloud up. It should still be a good day for any outdoor plans, but it won't be wall-to-wall sunshine like it was today.

WOAY · 11:38 PM

Top Five Plays of the Week! (Oct 13th)

Southern WV, (WOAY)- Week seven of football is in the books, and other fall sports are about to start the playoffs! As we get ready for the final days of the fall sports season, student athletes are performing at the…

WOAY · 10:26 PM

Two people arrested following investigation into alleged sexual assault of juvenile

LOGAN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two Chapmanville residents have been arrested following an investigation into allegations of sexual assault involving a juvenile in Logan County. According to West Virginia State Police, Trooper…

Lootpress Crime · 8:53 PM

Why you should use non-lead ammo

hunters face a decision on the type of firearm they use, and perhaps more importantly, the type of ammunition.

WOAY · 6:11 PM

New or returning guests, here’s what to expect at Bridge Day

For one day, the New River Gorge Bridge closes to traffic and opens to tens of thousands of people on foot, BASE jumpers and fall views.

WOAY · 5:49 PM

WV gives $2 million in Rural Health Transformation funds to community health centers

The state of West Virginia is distributing more than $2 million in federal Rural Health Transformation program funds to community health centers in the state, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday.

WV Watch · 3:48 PM

Trump pressed states for info on millions of voters in the midterms. It’s mostly failed.

Three weeks before Election Day, the Trump administration’s sprawling project to send sensitive personal information on millions of voters to the Department of Homeland Security has been declared illegal by a federal…

WV Watch · 3:41 PM

Students to compete in civics bee championship in nation’s capital, carried on C-SPAN

WASHINGTON — As partisan tensions rise in advance of the fast-approaching midterm elections, students will test their knowledge Wednesday in a field that’s long enjoyed bipartisan support: civics.

WV Watch · 3:34 PM

Former Kanawha County ambulance driver case riddled with delays, may not go to trial until next year

Expert witness also approved in Alyssa Middleton case during Tuesday status hearing. The post Former Kanawha County ambulance driver case riddled with delays, may not go to trial until next year appeared first on WV…

WV MetroNews · 3:18 PM

West Virginia lawmakers ask Flock representative to testify at November meeting

Still unsatisfied with written answers to their questions of Flock Safety, West Virginia lawmakers have requested to hear from the company in person again during an upcoming meeting. In a letter dated Monday, members of…

WV Watch · 3:09 PM

WVSSAC Playoff Ratings: Week 7

WVSSAC Playoff Ratings through seven weeks of regular season play. The top 16 in each classification qualify for the postseason. Weekly ratings are released each Tuesday through the completion of the regular season…

WV MetroNews · 2:00 PM

WV House Democrats again ask Morrisey, GOP colleagues to suspend gas tax after no movement on issue

West Virginia House Democrats are again asking Gov. Patrick Morrisey and Republican lawmakers to address high gas prices by suspending the state’s gas tax.

WV Watch · 1:49 PM

Two Raleigh County men arrested after traffic stop leads to discovery of drugs, firearms

BOONE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Two Raleigh County men were arrested in Boone County Monday after West Virginia State Police discovered drugs and firearms during a traffic stop. According to State Police, Trooper First…

Lootpress · 1:20 PM

Summers County Sheriff’s Office warns public about circulating Publishers Clearing House scam

Authorities report that scammers are reaching out to residents pretending to be representatives of Publishers Clearing House (PCH). The Sheriff's Office reminds everyone that PCH never asks individuals to pay to enter a…

WOAY · 10:55 AM

Veterans Support Outreach event scheduled for October 14 at Oak Hill Church of the Nazarene

The event will connect veterans with information about mental health and counseling, VA benefits, claims assistance, employment, education, housing, and other community resources. Organizers say the event is free and…

WOAY · 10:26 AM

West Virginia Rivers Coalition forms Technical Advisory Council to expand scientific expertise and help protect water resources

The group brings together experts in water quality, wildlife biology, public health, hydrology, and environmental policy to help guide the organization's work. WV Rivers says it received more than twice as many…

WOAY · 10:23 AM

Pipestem Resort State Park hosting job fair on October 23

The event will take place from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the park's headquarters at 3405 Pipestem Drive. The resort is seeking servers, cooks, dishwashers, and housekeepers. #MercerCounty #SummersCounty #WOAY

WOAY · 9:19 AM

Woman faces fraud charges in Raleigh County following reports of a stolen debit card

According to the Raleigh County Sheriff's Office, Deputy Quesenberry responded to reports of larceny on September 28. The victim reported her debit card had been stolen and used at multiple locations. #RaleighCounty…

WOAY · 8:19 AM

Fayette County Health Department hosting “Boo to the Flu!” event on October 13

Kids can get their flu shots while enjoying family-friendly activities, including character appearances, kettle corn, and snow cones. This year's event has a theme, and we'll give you a hint. Watch out for bananas while…

WOAY · 8:08 AM

Great Conditions Today; Unsettled Pattern Returns Later

Conditions will be great for the next day and a half, but changes are coming to the weather pattern. Make sure you get out and enjoy the warm and sunny conditions before Wednesday night. Here's the latest from Christian…

WOAY · 7:51 AM

Hometown Harvest and Music Festival taking place in Beckley on October 17

The free event will feature live performances by local musicians, craft vendors selling handmade items, and a baking competition showcasing sweet treats. Organizers are inviting families and friends to come together and…

WOAY · 7:47 AM

Data center backlash set to sway midterm elections

In the course of a single election cycle, the backlash against data centers has grown from an issue at local planning commission and city council meetings to become a flashpoint in state and federal races across the…

WV Watch · 6:00 AM

Drug testing of TANF recipients will continue in WV; low number of positive screenings

West Virginia will continue drug testing adult recipients for a federal welfare program that helps low income families pay for food, utilities and other day-to-day necessities. Less than 1% of the 23,351 people who…

WV Watch · 6:00 AM

Commentary: Affordable Care Act users in West Virginia is declining due to national policy decisions

“The biggest factor (causing decreased use) is plan costs, specifically the loss of the enhanced premium tax credits… in place since 2021. With the rollback of the extra discounts, fewer people get financial aid. At the…

WV Watch · 5:55 AM