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Jury deliberations begin Monday in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal criminal trial

Sean 'Diddy' Combs · United States

Jury deliberations begin Monday in Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal criminal trial

58% Center coverage: 356 sources

Jury deliberations are set for tomorrow in the Sean “Diddy” Combs federal criminal trial. Jurors heard closing arguments on Friday, June 27. The Associated Press reports that defense attorney Marc Agnifilo accused the government of targeting Combs. This led to Judge Arun Subramanian instructing jurors not to consider why or how the government obtained the indictment. Agnifilo, while closing, portrayed his client as a man who had a drug problem w…See the Story

Trump signs tax and spending cut bill at White House July 4 ceremony

Donald Trump · United States

Trump signs tax and spending cut bill at White House July 4 ceremony

62% Center coverage: 267 sources

ACLU Says 7 West Virginia Hospitals Would Close if 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Passes

ACLU Says 7 West Virginia Hospitals Would Close if 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Passes

42% Right coverage: 24 sources

House continues debate on big, beautiful bill WEST VIRGINIA (WBOY) — Following Tuesday's passage of the Budget Reconciliation Bill, aka the "One Big, Beautiful Bill," in the U.S. Senate, the American Civil Liberties Union of West Virginia (ACLU-WV) is warning that multiple West Virginia hospitals could close if the bill passes the House as well. In a social media post on Wednesday, the ACLU-WV warned that cuts to Medicaid funding outlined in the…See the Story

Signs to Look for to Avoid Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

34% Center coverage: 6 sources

WEST VIRGINIA, WV (WVNS) - The flag is flying high and so are the temperatures. Health officials have pointed out signs to look for this Fourth of July to avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke. There is no shortage of reasons to get outside and enjoy the sunshine this Independence Day. The fun can turn dangerous fast if you aren't practicing heat safety. The CDC says physical exertion and exposure to direct sunlight can increase risk of heat-rel…World Health Organization See the Story

Mountain Coaster Brings the Thrills to West Virginia

80% Center coverage: 5 sources

PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVNS) — If you're looking to beat the heat this summer, the Brush Creek Holl'r Mountain Coaster in Mercer County just might be the ticket. This winding mountain coaster gives riders a chance to put the wind in their hair and hopefully experience some thrills and excitement along the way. Glenville State sets center stone for upcoming campus amphitheater Brush Creek staff said the coaster is the first attraction of its kin…See the Story

Local motorcycle group prepares for annual ride to help the Ronald McDonald House

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) - The Punishers Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club Ridgerunners Chapter of Raleigh County is gearing up for its 9th annual motorcycle memorial ride on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This ride pays tribute to Lillian Faith Bennett who was born in 2016 with a genetic disorder known as Trisomy. Bennett survived only 5 months and 14 days, passing away on Christmas Day in 2016. Tamarack still bustling for Fourth of July Miguel Mercado…Ghent · Ghent Read Article

Veteran display honors those who served

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

LESTER, WV (WVNS) - The Fourth of July can often bring to mind barbecues, fireworks, and relaxation. Vietnam Veteran, Buck Bowling and his family have made it their mission to make sure people remember that freedom isn't free. For the past several years on holidays like Independence Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day, Buck has offered members of the community a chance to pull up a chair, grab a hot dog, and chat about how America came to be the…Ghent · Ghent Read Article

Tazewell County makes massive investments into their emergency services

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

TAZEWELL, VA (WVNS) - Tazewell County leaders are making the effort to better accommodate their emergency services, after passing their annual budget during the week of June 24, 2025. Tazewell Police Department warns residents about a scam Earlier in 2025, the Tazewell County Board of Supervisors passed a meals tax to help fund their fire departments and law enforcement, among other services. County Administrator Eric Young explained they …Tazewell · Tazewell Read Article

Small Town, USA: Where America got her start and continues to be celebrated

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (WVNS) -- In 1776, 56 small town, seemingly ordinary men made a declaration of independence sparking world defining changes. A brand new country in the wilderness frontier of just 13 lonely colonies was created. The United State of America. This undated engraving shows the scene on July 4, 1776 when the Declaration of Independence, drafted by Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Philip Livingston and Roger Sherm…Independence Day · Ghent See the Story

WV Poison Center Warns of Dangers While Hiking

Coverage: 2 sources

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West Virginia Coal Association, United Mine Workers of America Split on Budget Bill

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) - The West Virginia Coal Association is praising the passage of the massive budget bill passed by Congress on Thursday, however, not every coal mining organization is on board. The controversial bill made its second round through the House of Representatives with a vote of 218-214, which President Donald Trump is expected to sign Friday evening. All Democrats and two Republicans voted against the bill. The West Virginia …Charleston, West Virginia · Charleston See the Story

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