Tomorrow we'll continue our string of nice days, with more sunshine and seasonable temperatures. Meanwhile in the Atlantic, we have a brand-new storm off the mid-Atlantic coast.
Regional news — Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Updated 10:32 AM, Monday, November 2, 2026
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According to Sheriff Jess McMullen, deputies responded to a car accident on Route 19 in Oak Hill involving a 2023 Kia Forte that had allegedly been stolen earlier in the day from Beckwith.
WOAY spoke with Glen's Towing, a local towing company, about how the price of diesel and this new executive order will impact their business.
OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman is facing pending charges after deputies reportedly found her walking nude through traffic following a vehicle accident in Fayette County on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. According to…
MONONGALIA COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A man has been arrested in Monongalia County following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse dating back more than a decade. According to the Monongalia County Sheriff’s…
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) released its annual certified enrollment, and public schools in the state continue the downward slide. The 2026-27 certified count is 226,687…
This Wednesday morning, Senator Jim Justice and his beloved Babydog came to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center to swear in Babydog Justice as an official "Bark Ranger" of the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve.
After illegally cast ballots called a May primary race into question, the county clerk says new check-in tablets will make sure voters get only the ballot they're eligible for.
Voters in all 55 counties can cast a ballot through Oct. 31 at any early voting site in their county. Bring a valid photo ID.
Justices on the state Supreme Court considered arguments over whether the statute improperly strips local regulatory authority and voting power to benefit a single private luxury hotel project. The post West Virginia…
Huggins will be inducted into the University of Cincinnati Athletics Hall of Fame this weekend. The post Huggins dealing with progressive cognitive condition, family announces appeared first on WV MetroNews .
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — Photo gallery from Bridgeport’s 63-14 win over Preston. (Photo gallery courtesy of Ben Queen/www.BenQueenPhotography.com) The post Photo gallery: Bridgeport defeats Preston, 63-14 appeared first on…
Fifth annual event held in Charleston by state Department of Education. The post Wetzel County students claim second straight “Culineering Challenge” title appeared first on WV MetroNews .
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — MetroNews Top Plays is back for a ninth season. Check out the best plays from Week 8 around the state of West Virginia. You can win $100 by submitting the top play of the week. Post videos in your…
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court Wednesday denied the Trump administration’s emergency request to implement a rule that would terminate gender-affirming care for transgender people incarcerated in federal prisons.
Michael Bowman, 35, is charged with strangulation and his case now heads to a grand jury. The post Well-known content creator waives preliminary hearing in domestic violence case appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The system has lost more than 23,000 students since the 2022-23 school year, and more than 46,000 students over the past 10 years – a 17% decline. The post With another loss of 8,000 students from public schools…
National Democrats are suing President Donald Trump, accusing his administration of intimidating election officials and asking a federal court to block him from interfering in the midterm elections.
Jason Phillips charged in December 2025 shooting death of estranged wife. The post April 2027 trial date set in Kanawha County murder case appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The Mountaineers continue to search for answers as defensive struggles mount and they'll next oppose TCU, which has had difficulty scoring in five of its first six games. The post Breaking into win column in Big 12 play…
LOGAN COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile who may be in Boone or Logan County. The missing juvenile has been identified as Landon…
Hassan Adnan Assi, 35, is in custody. The post Barboursville police arrest man, wanted in Kentucky, after string of vehicle robberies at Huntington Mall appeared first on WV MetroNews .
Larry DeWitt is in custody. The post Mon County Sheriff’s Department arrests man after multi-year sexual abuse investigation appeared first on WV MetroNews .
FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Appalachian Power plans to install lighted marker balls on transmission lines crossing the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve as part of an ongoing improvement project in Fayette…
The Tigers defeated the Huskies, 41-35 in the 2025 Class AAA quarterfinals. The post Playoff rematch awaits between Princeton & Herbert Hoover (Week 9 Class AAA preview) appeared first on WV MetroNews .
Disaster Recovery Centers are in place around the state. The post FEMA and SBA providing in-person aid to flood victims appeared first on WV MetroNews .
WASHINGTON, D.C. (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey is expected to join President Donald Trump for a roundtable discussion at the White House on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The roundtable is scheduled…
Phil Hancock, Robert Linkous, and Jeffrey Forlines have been appointed to the board. The post Morrisey selects three new members for Bluefield State Board of Governors appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The Thundering Herd men are slotted fifth in the 14-team league, while the women's team is at No. 4. The post Sun Belt hoop coaches think fairly highly of Marshall men, women in preseason polls appeared first on WV…
Applicants will need a Class B CDL with air brakes, passenger, and school bus endorsements. The job also requires a background check, CDL physical, functional competency test, and drug test. #RaleighCounty #WOAY
Each county has at least one early voting location. The post Early voting begins in West Virginia, continues through October 31 appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The event will feature hot dogs and all the fixings, free groceries, and fall and winter clothing for the entire family. The Fayette County Health Department will also offer free flu and COVID-19 vaccines. Everyone is…
OCEANA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Three people were arrested Tuesday following a drug investigation and the execution of a search warrant in Wyoming County. According to the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and members…
PAX, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Residents affected by recent flooding in the Pax area of Fayette County will have an opportunity to receive in-person assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) later this…
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. — A Fayette County woman returned home from work to find a neighbor hiding inside her garage and apparently trying to jump-start an ATV, according to a criminal complaint. A deputy is seeking an…
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Judy Moore, a longtime leader in West Virginia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, has been named Director of Operations for Country Roads Angel Network (CRAN), an angel investment network…
The weather remains in a loop of cold mornings and seasonable afternoons. High pressure lingers, allowing drier and calmer conditions to persist. Christian Boteler has the latest:
In-person early voting begins Wednesday, October 21, and runs through Saturday, October 31st. Voters can cast their ballots at designated locations in their county, with weekday hours and Saturday hours varying by…
Get up-to-date on West Virginia. The post MetroNews This Morning 10-21-26 appeared first on WV MetroNews .
West Virginia voters can now vote in the 2026 general election at courthouses and community locations across the state.
Existing regulatory protections for West Virginia’s natural resources should remain in place. That is why I oppose the Trump administration's proposal to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule.
For decades, manufactured home builders have been working to shed the old image of boxy trailer homes reserved for the outskirts of cities and suburbia. Now, a small change in federal regulations could open the door for…
East Fairmont High choir director in jail. The post State police arrest Marion County teacher in child sexual abuse case appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The Herd minimized mistakes to earn its first Sun Belt Conference win. The post Price scores late to send Marshall past South Alabama, 20-13 appeared first on WV MetroNews .