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In state budget, West Virginia Republicans stash millions for tax cuts and carve up small programs
West Virginia's budget puts millions for future tax cuts and private schools while slashing funds for water, addiction ...
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How the Legislature did — and didn’t — address West Virginia’s challenges during the 2025 session
The Republican-controlled Legislature ended its 2025 legislative session having eroded drinking water protections, ...
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Wayne County schools use solar to save money. The county’s lawmakers tried to stop the practice.
The county’s solar agreement guarantees that it will pay less for electricity. Senators said the state needs to commit to coal and natural gas.
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State officials are looking to help West Virginia’s seniors after our reporting showed many can’t get the help they need
West Virginia seniors can’t get delivered meals as families of those with dementia go without help. A new official is digging into why.
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West Virginia’s Republicans said they wouldn’t cut Medicaid. Then they voted to cut Medicaid.
Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, left, and Sen. Jim Justice, right, speak during committee hearing in Washington D.C. Photos courtesy CSPAN. In early March, Sen. Shelley Moore Capito looked into the camera ...