Coronavirus In West Virginia: Unemployment Hits 15 Percent As COVID-19 Hammers Economy
West Virginia's unemployment rate rose to 15% last month as the coronavirus pandemic continues to level the state's economy.
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West Virginia's unemployment rate rose to 15% last month as the coronavirus pandemic continues to level the state's economy.
West Virginia University celebrated its newest alumni in an online commencement ceremony.
Gov. Jim Justice on Thursday said he is lifting coronavirus restrictions on gyms after business owners called his office.
According to a WalletHub study, West Virginia was found to have the population most vulnerable to the coronavirus pandemic.
W. Va. Gov. Jim Justice is warning of disastrous consequences if coronavirus cases spike as he sets up the most aggressive phase of his reopening plan.
West Virginia University is furloughing staffers due to a possible $40 million loss from the coronavirus pandemic.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice said he is lifting the statewide stay-home order next week as part of his plan to ease coronavirus restrictions.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has unveiled an aggressive plan to reopen the state's economy while loosening coronavirus testing benchmarks without explanation.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice closed schools for the rest of the academic year over concerns about the coronavirus.
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West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice pushed to ease coronavirus restrictions on hospitals, allowing for elective procedures.
Pennsylvania golfers are traveling out of state to find open courses because of the coronavirus closures.
Bryson and Reed Adams fell in love with sewing when their grandmother taught them how. Now, they're using those skills to give back.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has ordered that residents and staffers of all nursing homes in the state immediately be tested for the coronavirus.
The West Virginia Adopt A Highway Spring Cleanup has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
An individual in one of WVU's residence halls has tested positive for COVID-19.
Fourteen students at West Virginia University tested positive for coronavirus after coming back from spring break.
West Virginia nursing homes could run out of masks, gloves and medical gowns in as soon as two weeks amid a nationwide shortage caused by the coronavirus pandemic, a trade group leader said Friday.
A second resident of a West Virginia nursing home described as "ground zero" for the state's coronavirus caseload has died.
At least 14 West Virginia University students have tested positive for coronavirus.
West Virginia University has canceled its in-person summer classes due to the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic.
For a moment, West Virginia looked like it was going to allow betting on the presidential election.
A West Virginia judge in the county with the state's highest coronavirus caseload has approved strapping ankle monitors to people who test positive but refuse to quarantine.
West Virginia National Guard members who have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic will be used to process mounting unemployment claims, Gov. Jim Justice said.
A county in West Virginia has limited the sale of alcohol to only those with state-issued driver's licenses and identifications.
This weekend's winter storm could bring the most snow western Pennsylvania has seen in a long time.
The winter storm barrelling toward Pittsburgh is forecasted to drop at least 8 inches on most areas over 36 hours.
A 12-year-old from the South Hills is using her sewing skills to help comfort young people.
Pittsburgh has had many firsts over the years and one of them involves being the launching point for Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery back in 1803.
Power companies are not expecting widespread outages across the Pittsburgh area, but said they'll be prepared just in case.
A winter storm is heading for Pittsburgh, and while it's currently expected to dump a widespread 6 to 12 inches, those totals are likely to increase.
Along with expecting several inches of snow, Pittsburgh will also have cold temperatures.
The National Weather Service said that parts of the Pittsburgh area could see as much 14 inches of snow accumulation.
This weekend's winter storm could bring the most snow western Pennsylvania has seen in a long time.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said President Trump called him after the April 2025 arson attack at his home in Harrisburg. He recalled the "strange conversation" he had with Mr. Trump to CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell for "CBS Sunday Morning."
The conversation surrounding rising utility costs and data centers continued in Harrisburg this week.
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Daisy Jade is back and she's getting an even deeper look at the World of Wheels!
A local travel vlogger, Elizabeth Palumbi, shows us how to score roundtrip tickets to Europe for under $500!
Shari Zatman is back and this time, she's testing Heather and David's party planning chops!
Party planner, Shari Zatman, is showing us how to be both boujee and budget-friendly!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is live and channeling her inner Daisy Duke at the 65th annual World of Wheels!
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
Controversy has been swirling in the Woodland Hills School District since November.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
Once the holidays are over, we often find ourselves in a funk, so how can we find ways to boost our mood?
A major expansion in women's health care is taking shape in Washington County.
Flu cases keep increasing, but at least one Pittsburgh-area emergency room doctor says not everyone needs to visit him.
PiratesFest will end an hour earlier than scheduled, and several players will not be in attendance.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Anthony Mantha scored twice, Sidney Crosby made it three in an early 37-second span and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-2 on Thursday night.
Andy Weidl has been the assistant general manager of the Pittsburgh Steelers since 2022.
The Baltimore Ravens have hired defensive-minded Jesse Minter as their new head coach, the team announced on Thursday.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
The country music superstar will headline an invite-only concert at the Rivers Casino the night before the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
"The Pitt" won big at the Golden Globes on Sunday night.
A 12-year-old from the South Hills is using her sewing skills to help comfort young people.
This weekend's winter storm could bring the most snow western Pennsylvania has seen in a long time. It poses the question: will it be another "Snowmageddon?"
Pittsburghers are stocking up on alcohol before the winter storm. Chris DeRose has more.
Pittsburgh has had many firsts over the years and one of them involves being the launching point for Lewis and Clark and their Corps of Discovery back in 1803.
If you haven't broken out your snowblower in a while, you're going to want to listen to Ross Guidotti.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
