Mountain State Spotlight: West Virginia News and Reporting
WEBSep 12, 2024 · Mountain State Spotlight is a nonprofit investigative newsroom that covers the issues and challenges facing West Virginia communities. Read about Putnam County, a wealthy and politically engaged area with some growing pains and water access issues.
6 ways to fix West Virginia’s regional jails - Mountain State Spotlight
WEBDec 5, 2023 · The web page offers six suggestions for lawmakers to improve conditions in West Virginia's jails, where 85 people have died in four years and lawsuits allege inhumane treatment. The suggestions include studying the system, treating substance abuse, issuing IDs, funding the system, using citations and reducing bail.
Here's some of what passed the W.Va. Legislature- Mountain State …
WEBApr 11, 2021 · The West Virginia Legislature has concluded its 60-day session after passing nearly 300 bills. In the last hours of the session Saturday night, lawmakers advanced a bill aimed at President Joe Biden’s executive actions on gun control and another that will almost certainly close life-saving harm reduction programs in the state.
Here’s how Certificate of Need laws fit into the conversation about ...
WEBMar 5, 2021 · West Virginia lawmakers are debating whether to deregulate the health care market by changing or eliminating Certificate of Need laws, which require providers to prove a need before expanding services. Learn how CON laws work, what they aim to achieve, and how they affect patients and providers in the state.
2022 Capitol Tracker — Mountain State Spotlight
WEB2022 Capitol Tracker — Mountain State Spotlight. Track bills through the lengthy legislative process, contact elected officials, and follow live updates from our reporters.
Tackling ‘persistent poverty’ in West Virginia
WEBJan 16, 2024 · Learn how poverty is defined, measured and experienced in West Virginia, where 11 counties are in persistent poverty and many families struggle to make ends meet. Find out what advocates and experts say are the root causes and possible solutions for reducing poverty in the state.
West Virginia continues to struggle with drug overdoses
WEBOct 5, 2022 · West Virginia reported 1,487 overdose deaths in 2022, a 4% decrease from 2021 but still the highest rate in the country. The state faces challenges in expanding access to proven treatments like methadone and needle exchange amid political opposition.
Thousands of West Virginians remain jailed, awaiting their day in …
WEBFeb 18, 2021 · Thousands of people are in jail awaiting trial for felony or misdemeanor offenses, despite bail reform efforts and COVID-19 risks. The article analyzes data and interviews to explore the causes and solutions of jail overcrowding in West Virginia.
What are West Virginia’s marijuana laws? - Mountain State Spotlight
WEBJul 23, 2024 · West Virginia legalized medical marijuana in 2017, but non-medical possession and use remain illegal. Some cities have proposed decriminalizing cannabis, but the state law still applies. Learn how the laws impact the health of …
Why West Virginia’s State Health Improvement Plan matters
WEBOct 15, 2023 · The Bureau for Public Health is creating a five-year plan to guide funding and policy decisions on health issues like overdoses and cancer. The plan is also a step to earn national accreditation, which experts say would improve the health department's efficiency and accountability.
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