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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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Traffic stop on U.S. 19 leads to three arrests in Fayette County

FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A routine traffic stop on U.S. Route 19 Sunday afternoon ended with three passengers in custody on felony and warrant charges, according to Fayette County Sheriff Jess McMullen.
Deputies pulled over a vehicle for a minor traffic violation on June 15.
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ICE raid reportedly targets West Virginia Japanese steakhouse; multiple people arrested

HUNTINGTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A federal immigration enforcement action was reported to have taken place Friday morning at a Huntington restaurant, according to a public statement made by City Councilwoman Ally Layman.
Layman said the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid occurred at Taste of Asia on 3rd Avenue, a restaurant that has been a long-standing presence in the community. She reported that at least three individuals were arrested and that the business is currently closed

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Multiple roads closed due to flooding in Ohio County, WV

WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A state of emergency has been declared in Ohio County following Saturday evening’s devastating flash flooding that has claimed at least three lives. Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the state-level emergency Sunday morning, with the Ohio County Commission and the City of Wheeling also issuing local emergency declarations.
Emergency responders continue to search for multiple individuals reported missing in the aftermath of the flooding. Authorities are urging the

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Authorities Locate Vehicle Tied to Minnesota Lawmaker Shootings; Search Continues for Armed Suspect

SIBLEY COUNTY, MN (LOOTPRESS) — Law enforcement officials have located a vehicle believed to belong to Vance Boelter, the suspect in a series of targeted shootings involving two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
An emergency alert was issued Sunday morning to residents of Sibley County after the vehicle was discovered near Minnesota Highway 25 and 301st Avenue in Faxon Township. Authorities urged residents to lock their doors and secure their vehicles, noting that officers would be

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Flash flooding in West Virginia claims multiple lives; state of emergency declared

WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has confirmed that multiple people have died and others remain missing following severe flash flooding in Wheeling late Saturday night.
“Very sad to share that last night’s flash flooding in Wheeling has resulted in multiple fatalities, with some folks still missing,” Morrisey stated Sunday morning.
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WVDNR now accepting applications for waterfowl hunt at McClintic WMA

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) is now accepting applications for a controlled waterfowl hunt at the McClintic Wildlife Management Area near Point Pleasant in Mason County. Applications must be submitted online at WVhunt.com by midnight on Aug. 15.
The controlled hunt will take place October 4-12 during the first segment of West Virginia’s waterfowl season. Hunters selected through the lottery will be randomly assigned a hunting day and

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