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Regional news — Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Victorious Thundering Herd tie West Virginia atop conference standings. The post Marshall defeats Old Dominion 3-0 for share of Sun Belt crown appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The Associated Press results indicate Democrats may have up to 20 seats when the Legislature convenes in January.
Right now, the House of Delegates has 9 Democrats and 91 Republicans. The post Democrats double their seats in House of Delegates, although GOP will maintain supermajority appeared first on WV MetroNews .
Right now the state Senate has 32 Republicans and two Democrats. The post Democrats pick up seats in West Virginia Senate, which will still have GOP supermajority appeared first on WV MetroNews .
WVU earns hosting rights for all rounds of the SBC Tourney with their fifth consecutive win. The post Mountaineers lock up No. 1 seed in the Sun Belt Tourney with 2-0 win at James Madison appeared first on WV MetroNews .
The Mountaineers struggled to get stops in the opening quarter and put the game away down the stretch, but prevailed in their first game over the Rams thanks in large part to Gia Cooke's 28 points. The post No. 24 West…
Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.Va., has won another two-year term in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Rep. Carol Miller, R-W.Va., will be returning to the U.S. House of Representatives.
West Virginia voters have approved an amendment to the state constitution prohibiting non-citizens from voting in state elections.
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., will continue serving in the U.S. Senate after the election was called by the Associated Press in her favor about an hour after polls closed.
(WFXR) - Republican incumbent Morgan Griffith has won his bid for reelection in Virginia's Ninth District against Democratic challenger Joy Powers, the Associated Press (AP) declared. Voters from the 23 counties and…
Voting by noncitizens is already unlawful under state and federal statute, but this ballot measure was to place the restriction in the state Constitution. The post Voters approve constitutional amendment forbidding…
Capito is the 4th-ranking Republican in the U.S. Senate and has the position of chair of the Republican Policy Committee. The post Capito wins re-election to third U.S. Senate term appeared first on WV MetroNews .
WASHINGTON — The fierce battle for control of the U.S. Senate took center stage Tuesday night as voters waited for results.
WASHINGTON — Democrats are largely expected to regain control of the U.S. House once all ballots are counted in this year’s midterm elections, though it will likely take days or even weeks to know just how many seats…
The Mountaineers rely heavily on a rushing attack that is in for a stern challenge against a stout Texas Tech run defense. The post With WVU ground game opposing Red Raiders’ rush defense, it’s strength against strength…
Ballots were cast by the millions Tuesday, mostly without incident, after the Trump administration pressured election officials, after concerns that armed federal agents would deploy to the polls, after fears U.S…
FAYETTEVILLE, WV (WVNS) - One local art center in Fayette County is calling on the community support to help ease their financial burdens. The Love Hope Art Center has launched the Keep the Arts Alive campaign as a…
Danny Potter, Fayette County resident: "The economy is wild nowadays; you can't even hardly afford to eat, especially when you're like me: you got a wife and four kids, and you're the only one that works, trying to…
A disgraced, former assistant majority leader in the House of Delegates is expected to plead guilty in federal court to charges relating to the sexual assault of a teenager.
Federal prosecutors asked the court to set a hearing date for the guilty plea. The post Former teacher and delegate Pritt indicates he’ll enter guilty plea in sex case involving student appeared first on WV MetroNews .
Lisa Lee French, 48, of Martinsburg, admitted that she defrauded victims from 2007 to 2024. The post Martinsburg woman admits to role in $2.7 million fraud scheme out of Berkeley County’s Tax Office appeared first on WV…
Representatives from the U.S. Department of Justice are monitoring the midterm election at precincts in Kanawha County on Tuesday.
GHENT, WV (WVNS) -- It is Election Day and voters are going to the polls to cast their ballots for their chosen candidates. The polls will close at 7:30 p.m. in West Virginia and 7:00 p.m. in Virginia. Election results…
Polls close at 7:30 p.m. across the state. The post Voting reported smooth across four northern counties on Election Day appeared first on WV MetroNews .
DANIELS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Cornerstone IGA in Daniels will permanently close on November 30, 2026, after 20 years of serving the community. The grocery store announced the upcoming closure in a Facebook post on Tuesday…
DANIELS, WV (WVNS) - Cornerstone IGA announced that its Daniels location will be closing. According to Facebook post, after 20 years of business, Cornerstone IGA in Daniels will be closing its doors on Monday, November…
Martinsburg, Herbert Hoover, Frankfort and Wahama at No. 1 entering final week of regular season. The post WVSSAC Playoff Ratings: Week 10 appeared first on WV MetroNews .
Secretary of State Kris Warner said DOJ election monitors would remain outside polling places and West Virginia’s 100-foot boundary. The post DOJ sends 1,000 election monitors to states including West Virginia appeared…
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CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) - West Virginia Lottery's digital lottery platform, iPLAY, revealed a player won the largest instant win since the platform launched back in October 2024. According to a press release from the West…
U.S. Attorney's Office said Anton Jeffries, 32, distributed fentanyl laced with Xylazine, causing the overdoses. The post Ohio man sentenced to nearly two years in prison for string of ‘zombie drug’ overdoses in…
Owner Alan Smith made the announcement with "heavy yet abundantly grateful heart," citing the mall's uncertain future. The post Chick-fil-A location in Charleston Town Center mall closing after 34 years appeared first…
West Virginia has announced the addition of the Boilermakers to next year's slate, which satisfies a requirement for the expanded 24-team College Football Playoff requiring all power conference programs to play at least…
Tomorrow, starts off with some sunshine and the aforementioned wind, but as the day goes on, showers will enter the forecast as a front makes its way into the state.
WASHINGTON — Tens of millions of Americans have already cast a ballot in the 2026 midterm elections that will determine control of Congress and shape President Donald Trump’s remaining policy agenda. As of Monday, more…
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday, mere hours before Election Day in the midterms that will determine control of Congress, denied the Trump administration’s final attempt to force California to set aside the ballots of…
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Chick-fil-A restaurant inside Charleston Town Center will permanently close on December 31, 2026, ending 34 years of operation at the downtown shopping mall. Owner-Operator Alan Smith…
BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Beckley woman is facing multiple charges after police say they discovered fentanyl hidden in her bra during an investigation at Walmart, followed by a confrontation with officers at the…
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Raleigh County man is accused of using his 2-year-old son as a human shield while resisting arrest during a domestic disturbance. According to a criminal complaint, the incident began…
HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Martha Braswell, owner of Off The Rails Nails LLC, is inviting the community to attend the 11 a.m. Saturday, November 7, 2026, grand opening and ribbon cutting celebrating her new salon at 310…
The Friends of Coal Ladies' Auxiliary Giving Hearts program provides gift bags of toys, clothes, and food for over 2,000 children, teens, and families in need across West Virginia. Ladies' Auxiliary Chair Regina…
RALEIGH COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Raleigh County man is accused of shooting his brother in the abdomen during a domestic dispute Saturday morning. According to a criminal complaint, West Virginia State Police responded…
Samantha Deem remains in custody. The post Parkersburg woman charged with murder waives prelim appeared first on WV MetroNews .
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) - The West Virginia State Parks Foundation (WVSPF) is giving away more than $14,000 in prizes for its West Virginia Outdoor Adventure Raffle. According to a press release from WVSPF, businesses…
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) - The World Ballet Company will be bringing its 2026 holiday tour of The Nutcracker to Mercer County. According to a press release from the Chuck Mathena Center, The Nutcracker with live orchestra…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — MetroNews Top Plays is back for a ninth season. Check out the best plays from Week 10 around the state of West Virginia. You can win $100 by submitting the top play of the week. Post videos in your…
West Virginia American Water has announced a $700,000 investment project on McKell Ave in Glen Jean.
A 45-point victory. Zero offensive rebounds allowed. Six players in double figures. WVU basketball opens Ross Hodge's second season with a dominant performance against Niagara. The post 3 Guys Before The Game – WVU…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (LOOTPRESS) – President Donald Trump said Tuesday, November 3, that the United States will stop providing approximately $4 billion in annual aid to Israel by the end of 2026, citing an agreement reached…
Clear skies start off the morning in most of our towns. Apart from a few isolated patches of fog near our rivers and bodies of water, visibility is looking great to start the morning off. Temperatures are on the mild…
Collision happened Monday night. The post Man on bicycle dies after collision in South Charleston appeared first on WV MetroNews .
West Virginia news, sports, and weather for Tuesday, November 3, 2026 The post MetroNews This Morning 11-3-26 appeared first on WV MetroNews .
We’ll be updating this live feed all day with any issues that may come up, as well as publishing posts from student journalists throughout the state who will talk to voters to see what brought them out to the polls…
Polls are open statewide from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. today. The post West Virginia election day will test Republican wall versus Democratic momentum appeared first on WV MetroNews .
As broad affordability concerns define elections across the country, voters in several states on Tuesday will have a say on their future utility bills.
Many low-income state residents will soon be required to meet two sets of work requirements — one to keep healthcare and another for food assistance — according to an analysis from the West Virginia Center on Budget and…
A survey has come out which shows that Trump is underwater in almost every state. East of the Mississippi River, Trump is only above water in Alabama and West Virginia. In West Virginia, he has a positive favorability…
Thundering Herd dominant in season-opening victory. The post Marshall manhandles Buffalo, 92-65 appeared first on WV MetroNews .
While the focus is on the results of the 2026 midterm elections, there is already another election looming. Governor Patrick Morrisey is less than two years into his first term and now, the man he succeeded, U.S…