West Virginia’s new governor Patrick Morrisey sworn into office
Morrisey is taking over for Jim Justice (R-WV), who got elected to the U.S. Senate in the 2024 general election. Former West Virginia State Auditor JB McCuskey was sworn into office as the state’s new Attorney General, filling Morrisey’s former position.
West Virginia’s conservative shift could sharpen under its new governor
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed a number of socially conservative laws during his two terms in office. But he rarely pushed for them.
West Virginia’s New Governor Bans DEI from State Institutions with Day One Order
The order tasks state agencies with completing a review of all DEI initiatives and positions in their department.
Patrick Morrisey eliminates DEI in West Virginia on first day as governor
Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R-WV) signed an executive order on his first full day in office that prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives from state institutions. This follows companies the likes of Meta,
West Virginia Governor Bans DEI by Executive Order
Theories of DEI are contrary to equal protection guarantees of the West Virginia and United States Constitution,” Executive Order No. 3-25 reads. “It is in the interest of the citizens of West Virginia that the State government treat them as equals under the law instead of preferentially or discriminatorily based on race,
Jim Justice sworn into Senate after two terms as West Virginia governor
Sen. Jim Justice (R-WV) was sworn into the Senate on Tuesday, bringing Republicans one step closer to a 53-seat majority in ...
Innovators share journeys of becoming US citizens, making differences in West Virginia
Thirty-four West Virginians became U.S. citizens on Friday, embarking on a new journey after years of living in the United ...
'Where we stand': West Virginia governor projects $400 million deficit in upcoming budget
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the state is expected to face a $400 million deficit in its budget for the coming ...
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West Virginia lawmakers oust delegate-elect on house arrest who made terroristic threats
Although elected as a Republican, de Soto changed his party to Democrat the day before his arrest. West Virginia's Constitution states that vacancies must be filled by the governor from a list ...
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West Virginia Northern Community College secures $1.5M grant to boost job opportunities
West Virginia Northern Community College has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor as part of the Strengthening Community Colleges ...
West Virginia listed as one of the worst states to raise a family, worst state for family fun in 2025
In those rankings, West Virginia was ranked the worst state for family. The Mountain State ranked 26 in health & safety, 42 in education & childcare, 47 in affordability, and 32 in socio-economics.
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The Next Three Virginia-Class Submarines Now Have Names
The United States Navy's Virginia-class fast attack submarines program is now running nearly three years behind schedule, ...