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Two people arrested following meth bust in West Virginia

PARKERSBURG, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A traffic stop in Parkersburg on Monday led to the arrest of two individuals after authorities discovered two pounds of methamphetamine in their vehicle.
According to a press release from the Wood County Sheriff’s Office, the Parkersburg Narcotics Task Force and sheriff’s deputies conducted the stop on 44th Street on June 16, 2025.
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Teen Arrested After Violent Outburst in Rainelle

RAINELE, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A night of underage drinking turned violent in Rainelle early Saturday morning, leading to the arrest of an 18-year-old woman after she allegedly assaulted multiple people — including sheriff’s deputies.
According to the Greenbrier County Sheriff’s Department, deputies B. Mitchell and J. Doss responded to a disturbance on Pennsylvania Avenue around 1:12 a.m. on June 14. The caller reported that Emma Brandstetter had snuck alcohol into the home, become belligerent, and

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Man ripped blades off ceiling fan, shattered glass, and broke two doors at a home

DANVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Boone County man was taken into custody Friday evening after allegedly damaging property during a domestic disturbance in the Danville area.
According to the West Virginia State Police, Trooper R.K. Bowers responded to a 911 call around 8:38 p.m. on June 13 regarding a domestic incident at a residence located on Six Mile Road. Dispatchers reported that Samuel Haiber had become irate, destroyed property, and fled the scene on foot.
Upon arriving at the residence,

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Raleigh County woman sentenced to federal probation for fentanyl distribution

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Crab Orchard woman has been sentenced to five years of federal probation, including six months of home detention, for selling fentanyl, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Melanie E. Hussain, 25, was sentenced on Monday for distributing a quantity of fentanyl.
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West Virginians Rally Against AEP Rate Hike and Solar Cuts Ahead of PSC Hearing

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — On Tuesday, June 17, West Virginians across the state will gather to speak out against a proposed base rate increase and drastic cuts to rooftop solar compensation by Appalachian Power and Wheeling Power. The proposal, under review by the West Virginia Public Service Commission (PSC), could raise monthly electric bills by over $23 for typical households and significantly reduce incentives for solar panel users.
A rally and public hearing will be held at PSC

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Woman Arrested for Smuggling Meth into Mount Olive Correctional Facility

FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into Mount Olive Correctional Complex on Sunday afternoon.
According to the West Virginia State Police, at approximately 2:49 p.m. on June 15, 2025, troopers were contacted by Beckley State Police Communications regarding a visitor suspected of bringing drugs into the prison, located at 1 Mountain Side Way in Mt. Olive.
Upon arrival, the responding trooper spoke with Lt.

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Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Most of West Virginia as Storms Threaten Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for much of West Virginia as slow-moving thunderstorms bring the potential for heavy downpours and flash flooding through Tuesday evening.
According to the National Weather Service, an upper-level disturbance moving in from the west is expected to increase storm development on Tuesday, raising the risk for strong to severe thunderstorms across the region. Residents are urged to remain weather-aware and prepare for possible flash

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Death toll rises amid ongoing flash flooding in northern West Virginia

WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – UPDATE 6/15/25 7:43 PM: Governor Morrisey has now declared a state of emergency in Marion County.
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ORIGINAL STORY: Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a state of emergency in Ohio County following severe flash flooding that has left five people dead and at least three others missing.
The flooding began late Saturday evening, with 3 to 4 inches of rain falling rapidly across the city of Wheeling and the towns of Triadelphia and Valley Grove, causing significant


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“No Kings” protests held in multiple West Virginia municipalities

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – On Saturday, multiple people throughout West Virginia participated in a day of nationwide protests called “No Kings,” opposing what participants describe as authoritarian and militarized actions by the Trump administration.
There were protests held in multiple municipalities throughout the state, including in Charleston, Bluefield, Huntington, Morgantown, and Lewisburg.
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Four dead, several missing after flash flooding devastates Ohio County

WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A sudden downpour Saturday night led to deadly flash flooding in northern West Virginia, leaving four people dead — including a 3-year-old child — and several more unaccounted for as of Sunday, according to Governor Patrick Morrisey.
In a Sunday press conference, Governor Patrick Morrisey confirmed the fatalities and said four others remain missing.
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