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Local news stories from West Virginia Public Broadcasting. Whether it’s important news events, interesting features about people and places, the latest in environmental news, stories about education or the economy, West Virginia Public Broadcasting’s team of experienced reporters bring listeners in depth stories and interviews from around the state.

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Some In East Palestine Still Waiting On Train...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/11

Three years after the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, some of those who joined a successful $600 million class action lawsuit have been paid. But some have not. Also, Gov. Patrick Morrisey pushes for his tax cut and the House of Delegates debates elections and employment bills.The post Some In East Palestine Still Waiting On Train Derailment Settlement Checks, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

State Center On Budget, Policy Weighs In On...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/10

Gov. Patrick Morrisey has made his case for a 10% state income tax cut – but not everyone is convinced that’s the way to go. Assistant News Director Maria Young spoke with Kelly Allen, executive director of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, to learn more. The post State Center On Budget, Policy Weighs In On Morrisey’s Tax Cut Proposal, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Lawmakers Weigh In On The State Budget Process, This...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/09

Financial leaders in the House of Delegates discuss the difference between the governor’s budget numbers and the budget state lawmakers are crafting at the Capitol now. Also, we hear the latest from our occasional series on the cosmos above West Virginia, "Almost Heavens." The post Lawmakers Weigh In On The State Budget Process, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

WVU Students Inspired By ‘Inside Appalachia,’ This...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/06

Our program, Inside Appalachia, in December was tagged in an Instagram post by WVU Professor of Art Joseph Lupo. The post showcased four-color reductive relief prints made by WVU students — each one inspired by a story or episode they heard on the show.The post WVU Students Inspired By ‘Inside Appalachia,’ This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Tackling The Nation’s Blood Shortage, This West...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/05

Blood is a key part of modern medical care, but keeping a regular supply relies on thousands of volunteers donating regularly. We learn about the importance of blood drives and how technology is making it easier than ever to roll up your sleeve.The post Tackling The Nation’s Blood Shortage, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Climbers Take Advantage Of Cold Weather, This West...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/04

For most of us, the cold and ice of the last few weeks have been a struggle, but a group of local rock climbers made the best of it. Also, lawmakers considered bills related to absentee ballot deadlines and medications used to terminate pregnancies.The post Climbers Take Advantage Of Cold Weather, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

3 Years After East Palestine Train Derailment And ICE...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/03

It has been three years since the East Palestine train derailment. What have we learned about the health impacts from exposure to chemicals on board? Also, ICE officers arrested 650 people in West Virginia over 14 days last month.The post 3 Years After East Palestine Train Derailment And ICE Arrests, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

How Cold Affects The Body And A Talk With State...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/02/02

We hear from Senate President Randy Smith who in last week's episode of The Legislature Today discussed his goals for supporting small businesses in the state. Also, the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom examines how cold can affect your body.The post How Cold Affects The Body And A Talk With State Senate President, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

New American Experience Film Explores WWII Atomic...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/30

"Bombshell" is a new film from American Experience that explores how the government manipulated the public about the bomb’s development and deployment. Inside Appalachia’s Mason Adams spoke with author Greg Mitchell, who appears in the film.The post New American Experience Film Explores WWII Atomic Bomb, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Soaring Electricity Costs, This West Virginia Morning

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/29

We hear the latest story from The Allegheny Front, a public radio program based in Pittsburgh, that reports on environmental issues in the region. In this story, we learn how electricity costs are on a sharp rise despite a record year for solar and battery construction.The post Soaring Electricity Costs, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

W.Va. Receives Low Grades From American Lung...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/28

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death in West Virginia, accounting for about 4,200 deaths annually. The American Lung Association released its annual report grading West Virginia with Ds and Fs. We spoke with Elizabeth Hensil, the director of Advocacy at the American Lung Association, to better understand what the grades mean.The post W.Va. Receives Low Grades From American Lung Association, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Proposed Changes To Endangered Species Act And...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/27

How important is habitat for survival? We listen to The Allegheny Front’s latest story on what’s happening with federal efforts to limit protections for endangered species. Also, following a major winter storm, West Virginia officials are warning of frigid temperatures for much of the week.The post Proposed Changes To Endangered Species Act And Aftermath Of Winter Storm, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Hanshaw’s Priorities And A Special Medicaid...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/26

We hear from House Speaker Roger Hanshaw, R-Clay, who outlines his goals for the 2026 West Virginia Legislative session. Also, if you’re newly pregnant and haven’t been able to afford health insurance, there’s a good chance you qualify for Medicaid. The post Hanshaw’s Priorities And A Special Medicaid Application For Pregnancy, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Understanding Flooding In Appalachia, This West...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/23

Over the last several years, catastrophic floods have washed out parts of eastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia, as well as North Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee. Why are the mountains getting so much flooding? And what do frequent major storms mean for the future? Inside Appalachia host Mason Adams spoke with Brady Dennis with The Washington Post. He and a team of journalists investigated those questions. The post Understanding Flooding In Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning appeared

Navigating Society After Incarceration, This West...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/22

State prisons release at least 95% percent of incarcerated people back into society. Some individuals struggle to navigate those transitional challenges successfully. On the latest Us & Them, host Trey Kay talks with Rahim Buford who was paroled after 26 years in prison.The post Navigating Society After Incarceration, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Residents Take Part In National Protest Movement,...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/21

One year after President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, West Virginians took to the streets Tuesday to express their frustrations with recent policy changes at home and in Washington.The post Residents Take Part In National Protest Movement, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Growing Pearls In Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/20

Pearls are prized gemstones that have been crafted into jewelry for millennia. They can be found in the wild, but they’re also cultivated on farms. We hear a report from North America’s lone freshwater pearl farm located along Kentucky Lake in Tennessee.The post Growing Pearls In Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Affording A Gym Membership And Increasing Electricity...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/19

If you’re looking to sign up for a new gym membership this year, it’s worth looking into whether your health insurance will help with some or all of the cost. And, soaring electricity costs and the slow growth of renewable energy. The post Affording A Gym Membership And Increasing Electricity Costs, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

House, Senate Minority Leaders Weigh In On 2026...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/16

WVPB’s annual TV/radio simulcast The Legislature Today kicks off Jan. 16 through March 13. Every Friday at 6 p.m., our journalists will bring you the latest news from the West Virginia Legislature, including interviews with lawmakers and stakeholders. In our first episode this year, you’ll see an interview with Del. Sean Hornbuckle and Sen. Mike Woelfel, both minority leaders in their respective chambers and both from Cabell County. Here’s an excerpt.The post House, Senate Minority Leaders Weigh In

Morrisey Says Investments In Higher Ed, Roads,...

West Virginia Morning ·

2026/01/15

Gov. Patrick Morrisey delivered his second State of the State address Wednesday night, giving lawmakers and the public a look at his priorities for the legislative session now underway.The post Morrisey Says Investments In Higher Ed, Roads, Tourism Are Keys For 2026, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

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