Politics

Kentucky U.S. Senate Candidates Split on How to Regulate Artificial Intelligence

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Kentucky U.S. Senate Candidates Split on How to Regulate Artificial Intelligence

Candidates running for Kentucky’s U.S. Senate seat are divided over how the government should regulate artificial intelligence, a technology rapidly reshaping industries, the economy and the workforce. The race will determine who succeeds Mitch McConnell, who is not seeking reelection. Several leading Republican candidates — Andy Barr, Daniel Cameron and Lexington entrepreneur Nate Morris — … Read more

Flint mayor blames city council for delaying police union contract approval

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Flint mayor blames city council for delaying police union contract approval

FLINT, Mich. – Sheldon Neeley has criticized members of the Flint City Council for delaying the ratification of a new three-year contract with the Flint Police Officers Association (FPOA), calling the move “obstruction at the highest level.” Council members voted on March 4 to postpone a decision on the agreement until a Special Affairs Committee … Read more

Top Iranian Official Rejects Talks With U.S. as Strikes Intensify

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Top Iranian Official Rejects Talks With U.S. as Strikes Intensify

A senior Iranian official said Sunday that Iran will not negotiate with the United States, as American and Israeli forces continued a sweeping military campaign across the country. Ali Larijani, a top security official and adviser to Iran’s leadership, wrote on social media that Iran “will not negotiate with the United States,” accusing President Donald … Read more

U.S. Says Kuwait Mistakenly Shot Down Three American Fighter Jets During Combat With Iran

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U.S. Says Kuwait Mistakenly Shot Down Three American Fighter Jets During Combat With Iran

The U.S. military said Monday that Kuwaiti air defenses “mistakenly shot down” three American fighter jets during active combat operations as Iranian forces launched attacks on the country. According to United States Central Command, the incident occurred amid coordinated Iranian assaults involving aircraft, ballistic missiles and drones. “During active combat … the U.S. Air Force … Read more

Morrisey Announces $4B Private Investment for 500-Acre Berkeley County AI Campus

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Morrisey Announces $4B Private Investment for 500-Acre Berkeley County AI Campus

Patrick Morrisey on Thursday announced a planned $4 billion private investment to develop a large intelligence center campus in Berkeley County, calling it a historic economic opportunity for West Virginia. According to Morrisey, Penzance Management plans to invest $4 billion to build a campus spanning more than 500 acres. The site is expected to deliver … Read more

City of Inez Partners With Martin County Deputies for Dedicated Police Patrols

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City of Inez Partners With Martin County Deputies for Dedicated Police Patrols

INEZ, Ky. — Dedicated police patrols are set to return to the City of Inez through a new agreement with the Martin County Sheriff’s Department. Several years ago, Inez dissolved its municipal police department. Under the new arrangement, a deputy from the sheriff’s department will be specifically assigned to patrol the city, providing an added … Read more

West Virginia Lawmakers Consider Reinstating Death Penalty in Child Victim Cases

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West Virginia Lawmakers Consider Reinstating Death Penalty in Child Victim Cases

Lawmakers in West Virginia are considering legislation that would reinstate the death penalty in certain cases involving child victims, potentially reversing the state’s decades-old ban on capital punishment. Senate Bill 1068 would amend and reenact sections 61-2-2 and 61-8B-3 of state code related to murder and sexual assault. It also proposes adding three new sections … Read more

Kanawha County Commission Reviews Agency Requests as Budget Vote Approaches

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Kanawha County Commission Reviews Agency Requests as Budget Vote Approaches

As the Kanawha County Commission moves closer to finalizing its annual budget, commissioners continue working through a $700,000 deficit that is shaping how they decide to allocate funding. “From all of the budget requests we’ve received from our internal offices or elected officials and our external offices, things like the humane association, that total, if … Read more

W.Va. Health Officials Urge Lawmakers to Approve Rural Health Transformation Funds

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W.Va. Health Officials Urge Lawmakers to Approve Rural Health Transformation Funds

State health leaders are calling on lawmakers to authorize the use of federal funding aimed at strengthening rural health care across West Virginia. The West Virginia Department of Health said nearly $500 million was allocated to the state in late 2025 through the Rural Health Transformation Program, established under the One Big Beautiful Bill funding … Read more

Different Bills Advance to Let 18- to 20-Year-Olds Conceal Carry Without Permits

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Different Bills Advance to Let 18- to 20-Year-Olds Conceal Carry Without Permits

The West Virginia Senate and the House of Delegates have each approved separate versions of legislation that would allow 18-, 19- and 20-year-olds to carry a concealed weapon without obtaining a permit. House Bill 4106 passed Tuesday in an 87-9 vote. “It waives safety training and also background checks for 18, 19, 20-year-olds,” Del. Sean … Read more