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Ohio Fire Causes Building Collapse
A fire in Middleport, Ohio, resulted in the partial collapse of two buildings and damage to a third, raising concerns about aging structures and fire safety in older construction. Courtesy: Photo by WOWK According to local emergency officials, the fire broke out late Thursday morning at a three-story building along North Second Avenue in Meigs County. The blaze quickly spread to an adjacent structure, complicating firefighting efforts and increasing the extent of the damage.
West Virginia man accused of shooting man with crossbow arrested
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated with the latest information on the story. JACKSON COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) – The man accused of shooting another man with a crossbow in Jackson County, West Virginia is in custody. Jackson County Sheriff says Chase Fleming is charged with malicious assault with other charges possible. Fleming allegedly shot his father in the face and led deputies on a foot pursuit through Jackson and Roane Counties. The victim is in stable condition at the hospital.
Teens who went missing off-roading safe after drone rescue
MASON/CABELL COUNTIES, W.Va. (WOWK) – Two teenagers are safe after going missing while riding a side-by-side after first responders deployed a drone to help find them. According to the Valley Fire & Rescue Volunteer Fire Department, their Drone Task Force responded to the call around 8:50 p.m. Sunday night along Witten Ridge Road near the Kanawha Trace Trail.
West Virginia library assistant accused in alleged Trump assassination plot no longer employed, library says
This article has been updated with a clarification of Morrow’s former role at the library. JACKSON COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) – A West Virginia library assistant accused in an alleged assassination plot against President Donald Trump is now without a job, according to her former employer. Morgan L. Morrow, 39, of Ripley, was arrested Sunday, Jan. 25, and charged with threats of terroristic acts after a TikTok she posted with a caption that caused concern for authorities.
Condolences pour in after death of West Virginia miner Steve Lipscomb
NICHOLAS COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) – After days of search and rescue efforts, a mining foreman trapped in a flooded Nicholas County mine has been found dead. West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the death of Steve Lipscomb, 42, of Elkview. He said that at 7:37 a.m. Thursday, a two-man team located Lipscomb’s body in the mine. Lipscomb became trapped Saturday, Nov.
Man charged with murder in Huntington shooting
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US Marshals arrest 40 fugitives in West Virginia with "Operation Shake Down"
by: Jessica Patterson Posted: May 23, 2025 / 02:34 PM EDT Updated: May 23, 2025 / 02:34 PM EDT CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Forty fugitives are now behind bars, according to the U.S. Marshals for the Southern District of West Virginia. The arrests were part of the CUFFED (Cops United Felony Fugitive Enforcement Division) Task Force’s “Operation Shake Down,” USMS officials said.
UPDATE: Clay County man, woman charged in infant abuse case
UPDATE (4:21 P.M. Monday, March 24, 2025) – Another person has been charged in connection to the abuse of an infant in Clay County. According to a criminal complaint from Clay County Magistrate Court, Jerri Ferrebee, 36, has been charged with child neglect resulting in injury and failure to report.
Morrisey says fentanyl, immigration crackdowns go 'hand-in-hand'
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey says more people in West Virginia have been detained on suspicion of immigration violations, and that the state will continue to cooperate with ICE to crack down not only on illegal immigration into the Mountain State, but on the state’s drug epidemic. According to the governor, there are now 72 people suspected and detained in West Virginia, and 62 of those people are in facilities in West Virginia.
West Virginia Democrats respond to Governor Morrisey's first executive orders
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – The West Virginia Democratic Party is responding to eight executive orders signed by the Mountain State’s new governor Patrick Morrisey. Two of those orders will get rid of all diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and introduce non-medical exemptions to the state’s vaccination laws. The West Virginia Democratic Party condemns both of those orders calling them “mean-spirited” and saying they pose significant risks to the health of local communities. Party Chair Del.
WATCH: Putnam County student sleds home from school bus
PUTNAM COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – While the cold temperatures have been tough as a polar vortex comes into the region, that doesn’t mean folks still can’t have some winter fun. On Wednesday, Putnam County Mom Tanya Harmon shared a video with Nexstar’s WOWK of her 9-year-old daughter Makenna having a blast while sledding down the hill from her school bus. Harmon said in a Facebook post of the video that Makenna had been looking forward to the sled ride after school all day.
Marshall honors 'the 75' in 54th annual Memorial Fountain Ceremony
NOTE: The 54th Memorial Fountain Ceremony will begin at noon. Shortly before the event begins, a live stream of the event will be available in a video player at the top of this article. HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – The Marshall University community honored the 75 lives lost 54 years ago today, Nov. 14, 2024, at the university’s 54th annual Fountain Ceremony. On Nov.
West Virginia Governor signs bill for higher education funding assistance
by: Jessica Patterson Posted: Jun 7, 2024 / 02:50 PM EDT Updated: Jun 7, 2024 / 02:50 PM EDT Related Video: Despite new aid from West Virginia, problems with FAFSA persist CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice is hosting a ceremonial bill signing this Friday to help bring funding to college students.
1876 ‘Kentucky Meat Shower’: The day meat fell from the sky
KENTUCKY (WOWK) – It’s been nearly 150 years since one Kentucky couple got a surprise when pieces of meat fell from the sky and into their yard. The unusual phenomenon gained national attention and would become known as the “Kentucky Meat Shower.” The incident happened over a home in Bath County, Kentucky, in the area of then-Olympia Springs, just south of what is now Olympia. Multiple sources, including the Kentucky Historical Society, say the property belonged to Allen and Mary Crouch.
Man arrested for child solicitation at place of work in West Virginia
JACKSON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – A man has been arrested in Jackson County, West Virginia, in connection to a child solicitation investigation. According to the Jackson County, WV, Sheriff’s Office, James L. Webb, 55, of Millwood, West Virginia, is accused of sending explicit photos to a 15-year-old girl in Harrison County. Following the investigation, authorities obtained a search warrant for Webb’s address and searched the home. The JCSO says Webb was later arrested at his place of employment.
'Armed, dangerous' fugitive sought in Monroe County, West Virginia
MONROE COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — West Virginia State Police are warning Monroe County residents to be on the look out for and avoid an “armed and dangerous” fugitive. According to WVSP, Anthony Charles Meyers, 35, was released from FCI Devins on Friday, July 28, 2023, but failed to report to his federal probation officer on Monday, July 31, 2023.
Silver Alert issued for New York man last seen in Raleigh County
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Authorities have issued a silver alert for a New York man last seen in the Beckley area. According to Kanawha County Metro 911 dispatchers and the West Virginia State Police, the alert was issued for William Heilman, 77, who was last seen leaving the Tamarack in Beckley, West Virginia around 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27. Kanawha County dispatchers also say Heilman has been diagnosed with dementia.
Body found by inmates who were cleaning trash by airport identified as West Virginia woman
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The body of a woman found along the side of a road in Charleston earlier this year has now been identified. According to the Charleston Police Department, the FBI National Index System identified the woman as 31-year-old Tamber Bernelle Johnson, of Falling Waters in Berkeley County, West Virginia. Johnson’s body was first discovered on Feb. 21, 2023, by inmates who were cleaning trash in the area of West Virginia International Yeager Airport along Greenbrier Street.
Man charged with reporting fake bear attack to get out of West Virginia woods
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — An Ohio man is being charged with falsely reporting an incident after investigators say his call to authorities to report a bear attack was just a ploy to get out of a wooded area of West Virginia. According to a criminal complaint from Kanawha County Magistrate Court, first responders were called in the early morning hours of Friday, Sept. 22, to assist a man in the woods. Dispatchers said the man claimed he was injured and stranded along steep terrain.
Man charged with reporting fake bear attack to get out of West Virginia woods
Christian Leonhardt (Photo Courtesy: WV Regional Jail & Correctional Facility Authority) by: Jessica Patterson Posted: Sep 23, 2023 / 08:00 AM EDT Updated: Sep 22, 2023 / 09:56 PM EDT KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — An Ohio man is being charged with falsely reporting an incident after investigators say his call to authorities to report a bear attack was just a ploy to get out of a wooded area of West Virginia.
Man charged with reporting fake bear attack to get out of West Virginia woods
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — An Ohio man is being charged with falsely reporting an incident after investigators say his call to authorities to report a bear attack was just a ploy to get out of a wooded area of West Virginia. According to a criminal complaint from Kanawha County Magistrate Court, first responders were called in the early morning hours of Friday, Sept. 22, to assist a man in the woods. Dispatchers said the man claimed he was injured and stranded along steep terrain.
Man identified in fatal Kanawha County fire truck crash
UPDATE: (12 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22) - The Kanawha County Sheriff's Office has released the name of a man killed in a crash involving a South Charleston Fire Department truck Thursday evening. According to the KCSO, the man has been identified as Franklin Dale Crouch, 46, of Charleston. Deputies said Thursday Crouch was taken to the hospital after the crash where he later died. According to Kanawha County dispatchers, the crash happened around 4:07 p.m. Thursday, Sept.
Man charged with reporting fake bear attack to get out of West Virginia woods
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Ohio man charged with reporting fake bear attack to get out of West Virginia woods
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WOWK) — An Ohio man is being charged with falsely reporting an incident after investigators say his call to authorities to report a bear attack was just a ploy to get out of a wooded area of West Virginia. According to a criminal complaint from Kanawha County Magistrate Court, first responders were called in the early morning hours of Friday, Sept. 22, to assist a man in the woods. Dispatchers said the man claimed he was injured and stranded along steep terrain.
Man charged with reporting fake bear attack to get out of West Virginia woods
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