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Morrisey praises federal judge who ruled Biden highway emissions rule is unlawful
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey praised a federal judge who declared unlawful a Biden administration highway emissions rule the AG says was meant to drive gas-powered cars off the road.
Circuit judge continues hearing for Greenbrier Sporting Club auction
LEWISBURG – A hearing regarding the pending auction of The Greenbrier Sporting Club has been put on hold as the involved parties discuss the matter.
Woman says CAMC pregnancy misdiagnosis led to chemical abortion
CHARLESTON – A woman says an incorrect diagnosis of an ectopic pregnancy led to CAMC doctors administering a chemical abortion drug that destroyed her fetus.
Attorney with history of disciplinary actions has license suspended three years
CHARLESTON – An attorney with a “lengthy disciplinary history” now has his license suspended even longer than it already had been two years ago.
W.Va. governor, Senate president want non-citizen voting amendment on special session agenda
CHARLESTON – A resolution that would put a constitutional amendment before voters this fall to ensure non-citizens are unable to vote in West Virginia elections likely will be on the agenda for a planned special session.
Legal reform watchers call legislative session a success
CHARLESTON – While many have complained about the lack of results in the recently completed legislative session, a few legal reform bills were passed.
Hancock 911 dispatchers say county has shorted their earned time off
NEW CUMBERLAND – Two Hancock County 911 dispatchers say the county has not properly reimbursed them with time off for time worked.
Estate blames jail officials for Mingo County man's death
CHARLESTON – The estate of Mingo County man blames jail officials for his death.
Berkeley County school nurses say they aren't being paid properly
MARTINBURG – A group of 31 Berkeley County school nurses say they are not being properly compensated for their work.
Supreme Court reprimands family court judge for rules violations
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court says an Eastern Panhandle family court judge should be reprimanded for violating the rules of the Code of Judicial Conduct.
Morrisey questions FBI’s diversity, equity and inclusion hiring, promotion practices
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has written a letter questioning the FBI’s recruitment, hiring and promotion practices, suggesting they present serious issues that may violate the nation’s non-discrimination laws.
Why won't anyone talk about the non-citizens voting amendment?
You’d think someone in charge would publicly stand up and say they want this issue to be taken up in the coming weeks when the governor calls a special session to deal with issues related to the state budget. Right? Well, guess again.
4th Circuit wants state Supreme Court to answer nuisance question in Huntington, Cabell opioid case
RICHMOND, Virginia – The West Virginia Supreme Court now has a potential billion-dollar question on its hands.
Justices issue full opinion in Cabell County excess levy case
CHARLESTON – The Cabell County Board of Education can’t be required to include funding in its excess levy for the Huntington park board and the Cabell County Public Library, according to the state Supreme Court. In its full opinion on the issue released March 15, the court more thoroughly explained its order issued last month.
Estate blames poor medical care in jail for man's suicide
CHARLESTON – The estate of a Marion County man blames poor medical care for his suicide while in jail.
Ohio County 911 dispatchers sue over 'on-call' pay , workplace safety issues
WHEELING – A group of current and former Ohio County 911 dispatchers have sued the county commission over pay issues related to “on-call” procedures and workplace safety issues.
Kentucky voters will see amendment to prevent non-citizen voting; W.Va. measure stalls
FRANKFORT, Kentucky – A bill that would prevent non-citizens from voting in Kentucky has passed the Kentucky General Assembly. Senate Bill 143 passed on a 72-12 vote March 15.
Mother claims teacher sent explicit photos, asked student for sex before tutoring session
CHARLESTON – The mother of a St. Albans High School student says a tutor sent sexually explicit photos to her son.
Kanawha, Roane students get firsthand look at Supreme Court through LAWS program
ELKVIEW – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals took its show on the road Wednesday. The Justices heard cases March 13 at Herbert Hoover High School as part of the court’s LAWS (Legal Advancement of West Virginia Students) program.
Man with developmental disabilities accuses Walmart of discrimination, wrongful termination
WHEELING – A Cameron man with developmental disabilities says he was discriminated against and wrongfully terminated by Walmart.