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Documentary about Opioid Epidemic in Huntington Nominated for Oscar
by: Craig Poole Posted: Aug 31, 2017 / 07:19 PM EDT / Updated: Jan 23, 2018 / 06:37 PM EST HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – UPDATE: 1/23/18 8:45 AM A documentary about the opioid epidemic in Huntington, West Virginia has been nominated for an Oscar. Heroin(e), which was released in September, has been nominated for Best Documentary Short. The other films nominated include Edith & Eddie, Heaven is a Traffic Jam, Knifeskills, and Traffic Stop. The Academy Awards, are on Sunday, March 4th, 2018.
Parents warn about electric shock drowning after 15-year-old girl's tragic death
by: Craig Poole Posted: Apr 20, 2017 / 03:04 PM EDT / Updated: May 4, 2017 / 03:04 PM EDT TUSCALOOSA, AL (CBS News) – The parents of 15-year-old Carmen Johnson, who tragically died from electric shock drowning while swimming near her family’s Alabama lake house last April, are speaking out about the rarely reported phenomenon after it took the lives of two more local women this past weekend.
Taking You to New Height on the Via Ferrata - Destination Adventure
by: Craig Poole Posted: Sep 29, 2017 / 09:12 PM EDT / Updated: Sep 29, 2017 / 11:00 PM EDT PENDLETON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – On this week’s Destination Adventure, I went to Nelson Rocks (NROCKS) in Pendleton County to give you a bird’s eye view of one of the most beautiful places in West Virginia and I’m using an iron road to do it. “We have our harnesses and we’ll put that on first,” states Brett Mello, guide at Nelson Rocks.
Parents warn about electric shock drowning after 15-year-old girl's tragic death
by: Craig Poole Posted: Jun 8, 2019 / 11:38 AM EDT / Updated: Jun 8, 2019 / 11:38 AM EDT TUSCALOOSA, AL (WOWK) – The parents of 15-year-old Carmen Johnson, who tragically died from electric shock drowning while swimming near her family’s Alabama lake house last April, are speaking out about the rarely reported phenomenon after it took the lives of two more women this past weekend.
Ohio state trooper indicted in son's accidental gun death
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper whose 4-year-old son accidentally shot himself with an unsecured handgun and died has been indicted on negligent homicide and child endangering charges. The Blade reports a grand jury in Toledo returned the charges Thursday against 32-year-old Fu Sun.
Thieves strip Kentucky barns to fuel farmhouse-chic trend
BURKESVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Just off a bend in the Cumberland River stands a weathered tobacco barn whose split and slivered planks have gone missing piece by piece. Lois "Nan" Coffey, 95, points in exasperation with her tobacco pole cane at the gaping holes and absent barn doors that have left the structure stripped bare in places, like a skeleton with bones missing.
Huntington psychiatrist arrested in illegal prescription opioid crackdown
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Related Story HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WOWK/AP) - A Huntington psychiatrist has been arrested as part of single largest prescription opioid law enforcement operation in history, according to United States Attorney Mike Stuart. According to a release from Stuart's office, Dr. Marc J.
Northrop Grumman to Bring Up To 500 More Jobs to West Virginia
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ROCKET CENTER, WV (WOWK) - An expansion of the Northrop Grumman plant in Rocket Center, WV will retain more than 1,100 jobs and create up to 500 more jobs in West Virginia over a five year period. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced that expansion is supplemented by economic incentives from the state.
Northrop Grumman to Bring Up To 500 More Jobs to West Virginia
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. MINERAL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) - An expansion of the Northrop Grumman plant in Rocket Center, WV will retain more than 1,100 jobs and create up to 500 more jobs in West Virginia over a five year period. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced that expansion is supplemented by economic incentives from the state.
House GOP plan trims governor's proposed gas-tax increase
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio House Republicans have proposed cutting Republican Gov. Mike Dewine's 18-cents-per-gallon recommended gas-tax increase to maintain roads and bridges to 10.7 cents. Republicans unveiled their plan Tuesday in a substitute version of Ohio's transportation budget.
Facebook to Build Fiber Optic Broadband Cable in WV
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - Governor Jim Justice and Senator Shelley Moore Capito joined representatives from Facebook for an announcement regarding Facebook’s plans to build a fiber optic cable that will run through parts of West Virginia. Sen.
Facebook to Build Fiber Optic Broadband Cable in WV
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - Governor Jim Justice and Senator Shelley Moore Capito joined representatives from Facebook for an announcement regarding Facebook’s plans to build a fiber optic cable that will run through parts of West Virginia. Sen.
Parkersburg Mexican Restaurant Sees Support After Woman's Racist Rant Goes Viral
PARKERSBURG, WV (WOWK) - A video of a customer's racist rant towards the general manager of Tampico, a Mexican restaurant in Parkersburg, WV, has gone viral. In the video, the woman is seen cursing at the general manager because she overheard him speaking Spanish. The video has received national attention and the community is showing its support for the restaurant and its employees. UNCENSORED: Woman's Racist Rant Goes...
Arron Lawson Pleads Guilty To All Charges
UPDATE (2/21/19 2:01 PM): IRONTON, OH (WOWK) - Arron Lawson, the man accused of murdering four people back in 2017, has pleaded guilty to a total of 13 charges, many of which include stipulations within the charges. The charges include 4 counts of aggravated murder, which could land Lawson the death penalty if convicted. The court accepted Lawson's plea shortly before noon today.
Parkersburg Mexican restaurant sees support after woman's racist rant goes viral
PARKERSBURG, WV (WOWK) - A video of a customer's racist rant towards the general manager of Tampico, a Mexican restaurant in Parkersburg, WV, has gone viral. In the video, the woman is seen cursing at the general manager because she overheard him speaking Spanish. The video has received national attention and the community is showing its support for the restaurant and its employees. UNCENSORED: Woman's Racist Rant Goes...
Parkersburg Mexican Restaurant Sees Support After Woman's Racist Rant Goes Viral
PARKERSBURG, WV (WOWK) - A video of a customer's racist rant towards the general manager of Tampico, a Mexican restaurant in Parkersburg, WV, has gone viral. In the video, the woman is seen cursing at the general manager because she overheard him speaking Spanish. The video has received national attention and the community is showing its support for the restaurant and its employees. UNCENSORED: Woman's Racist Rant Goes...
Parkersburg Mexican Restaurant Sees Support After Woman's Racist Rant Goes Viral
PARKERSBURG, WV (WOWK) - A video of a customer's racist rant towards the general manager of Tampico, a Mexican restaurant in Parkersburg, WV, has gone viral. In the video, the woman is seen cursing at the general manager because she overheard him speaking Spanish. The video has received national attention and the community is showing its support for the restaurant and its employees.
Ohio minimum wage set to rise by 25 cents an hour in 2019
Copyright 2018 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio's hourly minimum wage is about to rise again, with the rate going up by 25 cents an hour Tuesday from $8.30 to $8.55. Workers who receive tips will get a wage increase from $4.15 an hour to $4.30. Ohio voters approved the annual adjustments in a 2006 constitutional amendment.
Bill would allow employers to discriminate against smokers
Copyright 2018 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. LOUISVILLE, KY (AP) - A state senator in Kentucky says companies should be allowed to discriminate against people who smoke. Republican Sen. John Schickel of Union pre-filed his proposal this week.
4 People Arrested for Rhoden Family Murders
Copyright 2018 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. PIKE COUNTY, OH (WOWK) - Four people have been arrested and charged with planning and carrying out the murders of eight members of the Rhoden family. Attorney General Mike DeWine, Pike County Sheriff Charles S. Reader, and Pike County Prosecutor Robert Junk announced the arrests on Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 for the murders in Pike County on April 22nd, 2016.
Shoney's Offers Free All You Care Breakfast for Veterans on Monday
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - Shoney’s is offering veterans and active duty military a free all you can eat breakfast bar on Monday, November 12, 2018, from open until 11 AM. Shoney’s says they will treat service members with freshly-prepared items, including scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, gravy, fresh fruit and other breakfast favorites.
Charleston Police Arrest Man for Arson
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - The Charleston Police Department has arrested man after they say he admitted to intentionally setting his home on fire and walking away. Police say David Charles Tyler, 29, of Charleston, WV was charged with 1st Degree Arson, Fleeing from an Officer on Foot, and he had a City of Charleston Municipal Court Capias for Interfering with City Officers.
Nordstrom sells out of $530 shoes that look like they're ready for the garbage
SEATTLE, WA (WCMH) -- Nordstrom has sold out of a $530 pair of shoes that look like they’re one good run away from being thrown in the trash. For $530, you can buy a lot of pairs of brand new looking shoes. That’s enough money to buy two pairs of Air Jordan 12 Retro. And for that same price, you could almost get three pairs of Nike’s Lebron 16basketball shoes.
Body Found in Mingo County, Family Members Bedridden
VARNEY, WV (WOWK) - A Mingo County man was found dead in his home and his family members were found bedridden in the same house. On Tuesday, September 11th, 2018, West Virginia State Police was assisting Adult Protective Services on a when they found George Washington Blair, 60 of Varney, WV in his home. WVSP says Blair appeared to have been deceased for an extended period of time.
Jennifer Garner & Vanity Fair Teach West Virginia Slang
(WOWK) - Jennifer Garner teamed up with Vanity Fair to teach people West Virginia Slang. The video, put up on the Vanity Fair YouTube channel, is part of their ongoing series called Slang School. In the video, Vanity Fair provided Garner with a list of words and phrases and then she taps into her West Virginia roots to teach the viewer the meaning of the word or phrase. The words and phrases taught in the video include: How many of the words and phrases do you know?
Jennifer Garner & Vanity Fair Teach West Virginia Slang
(WOWK) - Jennifer Garner teamed up with Vanity Fair to teach people West Virginia Slang. The video, put up on the Vanity Fair YouTube channel, is part of their ongoing series called Slang School. In the video, Vanity Fair provided Garner with a list of words and phrases and then she taps into her West Virginia roots to teach the viewer the meaning of the word or phrase. The words and phrases taught in the video include: How many of the words and phrases do you know?
Library, Computer Lab, and 12 Classrooms Test Positive for Mold
ST. ALBANS, WV (WOWK) - Multiple rooms at St. Albans High School, including the library and multiple classrooms, have been cleaned because of mold levels. According to Kanawha County Schools, Astar Abatement cleaned the library, the computer lab, the counselor suite, and 12 classrooms at St. Albans High School late last week. KCS says that the cleaning is complete and follow-up air quality testing is being done today, August 13th, 2018.
Do Not Drink Advisory for Vienna, WV
All Wood County Schools located in Vienna will be closed on Friday. Update 10:13 P.M. 5/19/2016 The Mid-Ohio Valley Health Department Sanitarians have visited restaurants and hotels in the Vienna and Boaz area. Based on the EPA findings, it is recommendation of the Mid-Ohio Valley Health the permitted facilities in the affected area take precaution with water to be used for human consumption. The department recommends the use of other portage water sources like bottled water and packaged water.
Charleston Police Need Help Identifying Shooting Suspect
The Charleston Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a shooting suspect. Police say the person is suspected in a shooting incident that occurred at the Go-Mart at 811 Washington Street West in Charleston on Monday, June 23rd, 2018. According to police, the suspect arrived in a dark-colored Chevrolet Avalanche.
WVSP: Huntington Man Overdosed with Toddler in Hot Car
A Huntington man is facing multiple charges after West Virginia State Police say he was found passed out from an overdose in a hot car that with his 18-month-old son in the back seat. Michael Lee Rose, 34, of Huntington, WV has been charged with Child Neglect creating the risk of injury, Possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, person prohibited from possession of a firearm, DUI with an un-emancipated minor in the vehicle, and driving on a revoked operators for DUI-1st offense.
Mom Arrested after Baby Ingests Meth in Kanawha County
ELKVIEW, WV (WOWK) - A Kanawha County mother has been arrested after her 10-month-old baby was hospitalized and tested positive for ingesting methamphetamine. Miranda G. Taylor, 24 of Elkview, WV, was arrested and charged with child neglect resulting in injury, a felony. Yesterday Miranda Taylor's mother called 911 to report the child’s unusual behavior and symptoms.
Maryland Motorist Charged in Fatal Hit-and-Run in West Virginia
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) - Police in West Virginia say a Maryland motorist has been charged in the fatal hit-and-run of a man on a bicycle. Morgantown Police Chief Ed Preston says in a news release 39-year-old Ladon Garrett of Randallstown, Maryland, surrendered to detectives Monday. The statement says 20-year-old Divante Coles of Morgantown was killed July 6 on state Route 7 when he was struck from behind by a vehicle, which left the scene.
Reward offered for arrest of person who lit firecracker in cat's rectum
MANSFIELD, OH (WCMH) – The Humane Society of Richland County is offering a reward for the arrest of the person or persons responsible for setting off a firecracker in the rectum of a cat. The humane society posted a picture of the cat Monday afternoon. We are currently at the vet's office with this cat that had a firecracker set off in her rectum. We have no words. We need all your good thoughts and vibes for her. We aren't sure if she will make it, it depends on the extent of the damage.
Fallout 76's ‘Country Roads' Cover for Sale, Proceeds Benefit Charity
ROCKVILLE, MD (WOWK) - The cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” featured in Bethesda Softworks’ Fallout 76 trailer is now on sale for just a dollar, with proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. Bethesda announced the promotion on their official Twitter account towards the start of June. The song went live on July 4th, 2018. Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states and in approximately 70 countries.
Fallout 76's ‘Country Roads' Cover for Sale, Proceeds Benefit Charity
ROCKVILLE, MD (WOWK) - The cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” featured in Bethesda Softworks’ Fallout 76 trailer is now on sale for just a dollar, with proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. Bethesda announced the promotion on their official Twitter account towards the start of June. The song went live on July 4th, 2018. Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states and in approximately 70 countries.
Fallout 76's ‘Country Roads' Cover for Sale, Proceeds Benefit Charity
ROCKVILLE, MD (WOWK) - The cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” featured in Bethesda Softworks’ Fallout 76 trailer is now on sale for just a dollar, with proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. Bethesda announced the promotion on their official Twitter account towards the start of June. The song went live on July 4th, 2018. Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states and in approximately 70 countries.
Fallout 76's ‘Country Roads' Cover for Sale, Proceeds Benefit Charity
ROCKVILLE, Md. (WOWK) - The cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” featured in Bethesda Softworks’ Fallout 76 trailer is now on sale for just a dollar, with proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity. Bethesda announced the promotion on their official Twitter account towards the start of June. Habitat for Humanity is a global nonprofit housing organization working in local communities across all 50 states and in approximately 70 countries.
Charleston Police Search for Sunglass Way Robbery Suspect
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - The Charleston Police Department is searching for a robbery suspect after an incident at the Sunglass Way inside the Charleston Town Center Mall. On June 22nd, 2018, Charleston Police say the suspect reached over the counter, stole numerous pairs of sunglasses, and fled the scene.
2 Arrested After 20-30 Shots Fired in South Charleston
Two people were arrested in connection with a shots fired incident at Southmoor Apartments in South Charleston, WV that occurred Saturday, June 23rd, 2018. Charles Montana McClane, Jr. 25 of Nitro, WV and Kadayje Nitieace Brown 19 of Dunbar, WV were arrested and charged with Wanton Endangerment with a Firearm. Both were arraigned in Kanawha County Magistrate Court and taken to South Central Regional Jail. Both McClane and Brown have since been released from SCRJ.
Logan County Man Arrested for Trying to Drown Wife & 2 Kids
CHAPMANVILLE, WV (WOWK) - A Logan County man has been charged with attempted murder after to drown his wife and two kids. Leslie Kelly, 36, of Chapmanville, WV has been charged with three counts of domestic battery, two counts of Child Abuse creating risk and three counts of attempted murder. On Wednesday, June 20th, 2018 at around 11:40 AM, Logan County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a call on Orchard Branch Road, which is located off Old Logan Road near Chapmanville, WV.
Free Fishing in West Virginia This Weekend
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - West Virginia is hosting Free Fishing Days this Saturday and Sunday, June 9th and 10th, 2018. This is an annual program that gives residents and nonresidents a chance to fish for free in West Virginia. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources participates in several kid-friendly activities during Free Fishing Weekend, including the Bowden Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 9th, at the Bowden Hatchery, just east of Elkins in Randolph County.
Free fishing in West Virginia this weekend
This is an annual program that gives residents and nonresidents a chance to fish for free in West Virginia. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources participates in several kid-friendly activities during Free Fishing Weekend, including the Bowden Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 9, at the Bowden Hatchery, just east of Elkins in Randolph County.
Free Fishing in West Virginia This Weekend
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - West Virginia is hosting Free Fishing Days this Saturday and Sunday, June 9th and 10th, 2018. This is an annual program that gives residents and nonresidents a chance to fish for free in West Virginia. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources participates in several kid-friendly activities during Free Fishing Weekend, including the Bowden Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 9th, at the Bowden Hatchery, just east of Elkins in Randolph County.
WVDHHR Begins Distributing Naloxone to First Responders Statewide
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health is now distributing naloxone statewide to emergency first responders. Senate Bill 272, which became effective on Tuesday, June 5th, 2018, says all first responders will carry naloxone, subject to sufficient funding and supplies, and be trained to reduce overdose deaths in West Virginia. WVDHHR says this was part of Governor Jim Justice’s 2018 legislative agenda.
WVDHHR begins distributing Naloxone to first responders statewide
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health will be distributing naloxone statewide to emergency first responders. Senate Bill 272, which became effective on Tuesday, June 5, says all first responders will carry naloxone, subject to sufficient funding and supplies, and be trained to reduce overdose deaths in West Virginia. WVDHHR says this was part of Governor Jim Justice’s 2018 legislative agenda.
WVDHHR Begins Distributing Naloxone to First Responders Statewide
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health is now distributing naloxone statewide to emergency first responders. Senate Bill 272, which became effective on Tuesday, June 5th, 2018, says all first responders will carry naloxone, subject to sufficient funding and supplies, and be trained to reduce overdose deaths in West Virginia. WVDHHR says this was part of Governor Jim Justice’s 2018 legislative agenda.
Inmate at Big Sandy Regional Detention Center Diagnosed With Hepatitis A
PAINTSVILLE, KY (WOWK) - An inmate at Big Sandy Regional Detention Center has been diagnosed with Hepatitis A. Pete Fitzpatrick, Administrator at BSRDC, says that at 8 PM on May 25th, 2018 an inmate who was exhibiting signs and symptoms of jaundice was examined by the jail's nurse. After consultation with their physician, the inmate was transported to the local hospital ER.
Fayette County Man Arrested for Shooting Dog
A Fayette County man has been arrested for shooting a dog according to the Sheriff's Department. Lloyd Gill was arrested and charged with Animal Cruelty and Shooting Within 500 Feet of a Dwelling. Fayette County deputies were dispatched to Stover Hollow Road in Scarbro on Sunday regarding a call of a dog that had been shot. Deputies say Gill shot the dog, was on his front porch, in the chest with a handgun through a window, and the dog ran off.
Officers say Ohio man told them he was hit by meteorite
YOUNGSTOWN, OH (WKBN) - A man was arrested and charged with violating a protection order after he showed up at a house on Euclid Boulevard. According to a police report, officers were called about 10:48 p.m. Wednesday to the 4200 block of Euclid Blvd. where they found Steven Hreen, 65, at the back door of a house. Officers said Hreen was wearing hospital attire and had a bandage on his head. Hreen told them he was walking down Mahoning Avenue when he got hit by a meteorite, the report stated.
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