Regional news — November 2026

Updated 3:47 PM, Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Chuck Miller wins Fayette County Commission seat

Chuck Miller: "I feel fantastic. First up, I want to thank god; it was a great race. Thank my wife for sticking it out with me through all this. Family and, most of all, thank the people of Fayette County. I mean, they…

WOAY · 2:21 PM

Summers County school levy fails for second time in 2026

SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Voters in Summers County have rejected a proposed school levy for the second time this year following Tuesday’s general election. The Summers County Board of Education levy failed during…

Lootpress · 10:17 AM

Democrats gain 14 seats in West Virginia Legislature

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Democrats made significant gains in the West Virginia Legislature during Tuesday’s general election, flipping several Republican-held seats in both the House of Delegates and State Senate…

Lootpress · 8:26 AM

Few entering showers for the morning commute

A cold front is approaching from the west. This brings a general increase in our cloud cover throughout our region and a few scattered showers for our western counties. Most of our towns will stay dry until the…

WVNS 59News · 7:38 AM

MetroNews This Morning 11-4-26

West Virginia news, sports, and weather for Wednesday, November 4, 2026 The post MetroNews This Morning 11-4-26 appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 6:58 AM

Americans Have Had Enough

They said a blue wave was coming nationally — more like a blue tsunami resulting from a meteor the size of Rhode Island landing in the coastal Atlantic. It may wash up by the time it gets to Denver — maybe. At the time…

WV MetroNews · 12:11 AM

Live coverage: 2026 West Virginia general election

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…

WV Watch · 12:10 AM

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Top Five Plays of the Week: Nov. 3rd

Southern WV, (WOAY)- Another week of high school sports is in the books lets take a look at the top plays! The state soccer tournament is about to begin, regional volleyball is in the final rounds and football is…

WOAY · 11:58 PM

No. 24 West Virginia holds off Rhode Island, 68-64

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…

WV MetroNews · 10:04 PM

Capito wins re-election to third U.S. Senate term

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 .

WV MetroNews · 7:45 PM

2026 General Election Results for WV and VA

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…

WVNS 59News · 4:56 PM

Cornerstone IGA Daniels location announces store closing

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…

WVNS 59News · 2:59 PM

WVSSAC Playoff Ratings: Week 10

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 .

WV MetroNews · 2:00 PM

Record-breaking $323,340 win sets new milestone for iPLAY

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…

WVNS 59News · 12:48 PM

Mountaineers will play host to Purdue in 2027

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…

WV MetroNews · 12:08 PM

MetroNews Top Plays (Week 10)

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…

WV MetroNews · 11:10 AM

Trump says U.S. will end $4 billion in annual aid to Israel

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…

Lootpress · 8:56 AM

Mostly clear conditions for your morning commute

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…

WVNS 59News · 7:39 AM

MetroNews This Morning 11-3-26

West Virginia news, sports, and weather for Tuesday, November 3, 2026 The post MetroNews This Morning 11-3-26 appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 6:36 AM

Live coverage: 2026 West Virginia general election

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…

WV Watch · 6:30 AM

Marshall manhandles Buffalo, 92-65

Thundering Herd dominant in season-opening victory. The post Marshall manhandles Buffalo, 92-65 appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 12:19 AM

Monday, November 2, 2026

What issues are driving voters to the polls?

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - For many Americans the right to vote has long been a defining principle of our nation. Everyone has always had their own motivations when filling out the election ballot. Party affiliation has…

WVNS 59News · 9:23 PM

What to bring to the polls on Election Day

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - The last thing you want on Election Day is to show up at the polls and not have what you need to do your civic duty. Perhaps the most important thing to bring along when voting in the Mountain State…

WVNS 59News · 8:35 PM

Owners indicate plans to restart idled Tucker County mine

Alliance Resource Partners reveals a new deal which will allow them to restart operations at the Mountainview Mine The post Owners indicate plans to restart idled Tucker County mine appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 8:20 PM

Beautiful Election Day leads to rain by mid-week

It’s been another nice day overall across southern West Virginia, although we did have some rain showers move through earlier in the day. Overall, they didn’t produce much rain at all across the region with only a few…

WOAY · 6:49 PM

Capito says voter turnout key for GOP candidates Tuesday

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito joins other GOP candidates at 'Get Out the Vote' rally in Charleston. The post Capito says voter turnout key for GOP candidates Tuesday appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 6:25 PM

November 2-6 marks Crash Responder Safety Week

The week is designed to raise awareness about the dangers faced by first responders and roadside workers, including law enforcement, firefighters, EMS personnel, tow operators, and highway maintenance crews. Officials…

WOAY · 5:43 PM

Concord University prepares to present 'Radium Girls'

ATHENS, WV (WVNS) -- Concord University students are preparing to present Radium Girls at the Black Box Theater in November. According to a press release, performances will run from November 12, 2026 to November 15…

WVNS 59News · 5:26 PM

Betting on elections remains illegal in West Virginia

Deputy Secretary of State Deak Kersey reminds residents that, despite a nationwide growth in election betting, it's not permissible in the Mountain State. The post Betting on elections remains illegal in West Virginia…

WV MetroNews · 5:25 PM

LIEAP applications begin mailing November 2 in West Virginia

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) - Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) applications will start to be mailed by the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), on Monday, November…

WVNS 59News · 1:01 PM

Veterans eat free at Golden Corral

This Veterans Day, Golden Corral is offering you, current U.S. service members, and retired military members a free buffet and drink from 4 p.m. to close.

WOAY · 11:17 AM

Showers early in the week, cooler at the end.

Election Day around the region will be a very nice one, with mild temperatures and plenty of sunshine. It's certainly good weather to get out and vote if you haven't done so already! Highs will be around 70 degrees…

WOAY · 11:01 AM

$50,000 Powerball winning ticket sold in West Virginia

WEST VIRGINIA (LOOTPRESS) – A Powerball ticket sold in West Virginia won $50,000 during the Wednesday, October 28, 2026, drawing. The winning numbers were 11, 13, 16, 47 and 60, with a Powerball of 13. The Power Play…

Lootpress · 9:26 AM

Sewage almost contained

Since the signing of an operation and maintenance agreement between Kanawha Falls PSD and West Virginia American Water, some customers of the embattled district are starting to see results.

WOAY · 7:53 AM

Photo gallery: Logan defeats St. Albans, 42-8

LOGAN, W.Va. — Photo gallery from Logan’s 42-8 win over St. Albans. (Photo gallery courtesy of Boothe Davis/Captured by the Moment Photography) The post Photo gallery: Logan defeats St. Albans, 42-8 appeared first on WV…

WV MetroNews · 7:44 AM

18th Annual UWSWV Wonderland of Trees announced

BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The holiday season is just around the corner, and the United Way of Southern West Virginia is preparing to celebrate the 18th annual Wonderland of Trees, a beloved community tradition that…

Lootpress · 7:35 AM

Marshall meets Buffalo in opener

Thundering Herd play host to Bulls as part of MAC-Sun Belt Challenge. The post Marshall meets Buffalo in opener appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 7:30 AM

Watch for ponding on this morning's commute

Showers are diminishing as the morning continues, but we still have a few spots on our roadways where ponding will be a factor. Hydroplaning risks will decrease throughout the morning, and our rainfall will be mostly…

WVNS 59News · 7:26 AM

MetroNews This Morning 11-2-26

West Virginia news, sports, and weather for Monday, November 2, 2026 The post MetroNews This Morning 11-2-26 appeared first on WV MetroNews .

WV MetroNews · 6:38 AM

Drug pricing program changes worry West Virginia clinic

Using a federal drug discount program, Cabin Creek Health Systems offers their uninsured patients income-based prices. It writes off some or all of their prescription costs. The 340B drug pricing program requires…

WV Watch · 6:00 AM

Sunday, November 1, 2026

Rain moves in tonight, with another round of rain mid-week

Howdy all! We are expecting rain to move into Southern West Virginia later on tonight, with many of us waking up to damp conditions starting tomorrow morning. This is going to be just good ole’ fashioned rain- nothing…

WOAY · 6:36 PM

Girl Scout host flag retirement ceremony in Beckley

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - The Black Diamond Girl Scouts hosted a retirement ceremony in Beckley for flags that are too worn to be displayed anymore. During the ceremony the scouts placed pieces of the flags into a fire…

WVNS 59News · 6:23 PM

Remember Them When You Vote

Listen to “Remember Them When You Vote” on Spreaker. Louis Bennett, Jr. came from a family of wealth and privilege. Reared in Weston, historical descriptions note his likability, headstrong nature and mechanical…

WV MetroNews · 5:06 PM

Woman dies, several others injured in West Virginia crash

BUCKHANNON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A 27-year-old woman has died and several others were injured following a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon in Upshur County. According to the Buckhannon Police Department, the crash…

Lootpress · 10:05 AM