Patrick Morrisey

The West Virginia Republican Party executive committee is disavowing Del. Elliott Pritt following his arrest for enticement of a minor, marking the first time in the state party's history such a formal move has occurred. Over 80 members signed a letter condemning Pritt's alleged sustained exploitation of a 15-year-old girl, with party leaders urging his immediate resignation.

Two people died in flash floods caused by heavy rain in West Virginia this week, according to the governor’s office. Torrential rains led to submerged vehicles and extensive damage, with rescues conducted for those trapped in flooded areas. The governor’s communications director provided no details on the victims or their identities.

Two people died in flash floods caused by heavy rain in West Virginia, according to the governor's office. Torrential rains led to submerged vehicles and extensive damage, with rescues required for those trapped. Governor Patrick Morrisey reported some areas received 4.5 inches of rain in 37 minutes.

Ted McGavran, an engineer with Fundamental Data, urged Belmont, North Carolina, to adopt noise ordinances for data centers while acknowledging his company helped draft West Virginia's HB 2014, which prohibits local regulations on data center developments in that state. The law enables Fundamental Data to build a 10,000-acre complex in West Virginia with data centers, a natural gas power plant, and diesel generators without local oversight.

Flash floods in West Virginia caused by torrential rains inundated homes and businesses, leading to water rescues and bridge damage. Gov. Patrick Morrisey deployed hundreds of National Guard members to affected areas and declared a state of emergency. Over 85 rescues were conducted, and three shelters housed more than 100 residents, though some areas remained inaccessible due to floodwaters.

Torrential rains in West Virginia caused severe flooding, damaging bridges and prompting water rescues. Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties and deployed National Guard members, with no deaths immediately reported. The storms also produced tornadoes in several states.

About 500 national guard members have been deployed across West Virginia following torrential rain that caused flash floods. Search and rescue operations are ongoing as the state remains in a 'phase of search and rescue' to identify individuals who might be saved.

Historic flooding in central West Virginia caused by severe storms washed out roads, disrupted 911 services, and prompted a state of emergency declaration for all 55 counties. Emergency responders and National Guard teams are conducting rescues and damage assessments as floodwaters reached record levels, with some areas experiencing over 5 inches of rain in six hours.

Flash floods in West Virginia caused by torrential rains inundated homes and businesses, led to water rescues, and prompted the deployment of 300 National Guard members. Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties, and emergency crews conducted dozens of rescues as floodwaters damaged infrastructure and disrupted travel.

Flash floods caused by torrential rains in West Virginia led to inundated homes, washed-out bridges, and water rescues, prompting the deployment of 100 National Guard members and a state of emergency declaration. No deaths were reported, but emergency crews conducted dozens of rescues, and road closures disrupted travel as floodwaters receded by Wednesday.

One student has enrolled in West Virginia University’s new Washington Center, an academic program mandated by Republican lawmakers with $3 million in state funding. Lawmakers and university officials attribute low enrollment to administrative delays in course credit approval, while critics question the program’s value and use of public funds.

One student enrolled in West Virginia University’s Washington Center, a program mandated by Republican lawmakers with $3 million in state funding. A political science professor criticized the program's use of public funds, while House Speaker Roger Hanshaw attributed low enrollment to administrative delays. Governor Patrick Morrisey appointed Patrick Lee Miller as the center’s director with an annual salary exceeding $300,000.

US President Donald Trump confirms a mass rally and cancels planned concerts for America's 250th anniversary. He delivers remarks on coal energy production with West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey, Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.

President Trump announced a $700 million investment for coal plants and a new export terminal. West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey discussed his reaction to the announcement on 'The Takeout'.

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is attempting to lure businesses and workers from Virginia by promoting lower taxes and fewer regulations, amidst proposed tax increases and regulatory changes in Virginia. Morrisey plans to pitch West Virginia as a competitive alternative to Virginia communities, including Loudoun County. This move is part of an interstate economic competition between the two states.

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is trying to lure businesses and workers from Virginia by promoting lower taxes and fewer regulations. This comes as Virginia's shift towards higher taxes and new regulations has triggered an interstate economic competition. Morrisey plans to pitch West Virginia's benefits directly to Virginia communities, including Loudoun County.

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey is luring businesses and workers from Virginia by promoting lower taxes and fewer regulations, West Virginia is investing in a new 275-acre commercial tax district, and the state is competing with Virginia for jobs and economic growth. The move comes as Virginia's shift towards higher taxes and new regulations has prompted neighboring states to compete for businesses and residents. Morrisey plans to take his pitch directly into Virginia communities to draw businesses and workers into West Virginia.

West Virginia leaders, including state Sen. Chris Rose, are reigniting the 'VEXIT' movement to attract disenfranchised Virginians following the approval of a Democratic congressional map in Virginia. The effort, inspired by historical secession from Confederate Virginia in 1863, emphasizes preserving Appalachian values and freedom in a 'redder' West Virginia.

West Virginia leaders, including Sen. Chris Rose, are promoting the 'VEXIT' movement to attract disaffected Virginians following the approval of a Democratic-favored congressional map in Virginia. The movement echoes historical secession efforts from 1863 and positions West Virginia as a refuge for conservative values, targeting urban-vs.-rural political divides.