Ahead of the midterms, Wood County residents discuss job losses, education, political apathy and what they want from elected leaders.

Raleigh and Mingo parents say small schools are best for their kids. But candidates say keeping them open isn’t part of their platforms.

We’ve created a guide with key 2026 general election voting details you should consult before you head to the polls ...

A high-ranking Republican had wanted only to curb the unchecked growth of West Virginia’s voucher program, not destroy it. In the ensuing backlash, three PACs — affiliated with the Koch family and ...

NextEra, one of the largest energy companies in the United States, plans to build a 500,000 volt transmission line running through 59 miles of West Virginia. Residents, from affected landowners to ...

Public health experts warn that lawmakers spending opioid settlement funds could be more political than effective ...

Mountain State Spotlight’s voter guide is now live, and I have good news and bad news. We asked candidates to align ...

The new state fire plan has no description of how many vacancies fire stations have or how many firefighters would be needed for safety.

Will Adkins works as an Emergency Medical Technician based in South Charleston, W.V., on Oct. 6, 2026. The WV Invests grant is helping Adkins pay for his associate’s degree in paramedic science, which ...

Election Day is November 3. Here’s what you need to know. While U.S. president isn’t on the ballot this year, there are a lot of other important races West Virginians will have a chance to decide in ...