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WVU Today | WVU issues Campus Warning after reported attempted robbery

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2 years ago

January 25, 2024

WVU Today | WVU issues Campus Warning after reported attempted robbery

West Virginia University Police issued a Campus Warning following an attempted robbery in the Downtown Campus Library that occurred and was reported Wednesday (Jan. 24).

The victim alleged that an unknown individual came into a study room uninvited at approximately 3:30 p.m., asked questions, and then attempted to take a vape pen from the victim. No weapons were involved. The victim forcefully pulled away and left. The suspect has been seen previously in the downtown area, including the library, but no other issues have been reported.

The alleged suspect was described as a tall, white male, with brown hair and scruffy beard. UPD provided a photo of the person.

No arrests have been made. Officers are actively reviewing information as they work to locate the suspect. If you have any information about this incident or the suspect, please call 304-293-COPS (2677) or visit the department at 992 Elmer Prince Drive, Morgantown. Information may be shared anonymously.

University Police are increasing patrols and presence in the downtown area, including the library.

WVU is committed to providing a safe campus for the protection of the University community. University officials remind students to consider personal safety tips, advice and services located at safety.wvu.edu and police.wvu.edu.

The following safety tips are designed to help avoid potential crime.

Anyone who believes they are in danger should immediately call 911.
Download the WVU LiveSafe app. LiveSafe can be used to contact University Police directly and pictures/messages could be immediately shared.
Always be aware of your surroundings.
Be cautious in confronting suspicious persons.
If harassed or assaulted, scream and attempt to run for safety.
There is safety in numbers. If you feel you are being followed, cross the street, yell, run and find a well-lit area.
Stay in well-lit or heavily populated areas as much as possible. Avoid alleys, vacant lots, wooded areas, and other short-cuts or secluded areas. They are usually not well-lit or heavily traveled.
Know your neighborhood. Identify police and fire stations, libraries, emergency telephones – as well as the hours of operation of local stores and restaurants.
If you witness a potentially dangerous situation or a crime, call 911 or WVUPD.
If you encounter an emergency situation on campus, utilize the blue light emergency call system, if available.

West Virginia University Resources:

Students and employees are also encouraged to follow the WVU Safety and Wellness Facebook page and @WVUsafety on X, formerly known as Twitter.

A Campus Warning is part of the WVU three-tiered emergency notification system used to enhance student and employee safety and provide useful information to the community.

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MEDIA CONTACT: Shauna Johnson
Director of News Communications
University Relations
304-293-8302; sjohns13@mail.wvu.edu

Call 1-855-WVU-NEWS for the latest West Virginia University news and information from WVUToday.

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MetroNews This Morning 2-12-26 – WV MetroNews

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4 minutes ago

February 12, 2026

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MetroNews This Morning 2-12-26 – WV MetroNews

Today on MetroNews This Morning:

–President Trump hosts West Virginia coal miners for a major announcement about coal fired power plants at the White House
–A new member of the state Board of Education is an advocate for Charter Schools
–Governor Morrisey is asked about legislation to revamp the state school aid formula
–In Sports: The Mountaineer women hit triple digits and Marshall’s men win in a big comeback

Listen to “MetroNews This Morning 2-12-26” on Spreaker.

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Gov. Patrick Morrisey announces appointee to West Virginia Board of Education

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12 hours ago

February 11, 2026

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Gov. Patrick Morrisey announces appointee to West Virginia Board of Education

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) – At a press conference Wednesday morning, West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced a new appointment to the state Board of Education.

Morrisey pointed to statistics he said shows the state’s education system isn’t delivering proper results.

West Virginia ranks 27th nationally in per-pupil spending and spends slightly above the national average when adjusted regionally.

“Over the last five years, the Legislature has increased education funding by more than $270 million,” Morrisey said. “It’s just important for people to know that. Yet, our results are some of the worst in the country.”

Some of the education statistics Morrisey cited include:

Only 21% of eighth-graders are proficient in reading.
Only 18% are proficient in math.

Morrisey said the problem isn’t spending.

It’s how the system is structured and managed.

He said one of the challenges is the state school board.

Morrisey said it is unelected, independent from the rest of government and has long term limits of nine years.

He also said there is a need for better communication and transparency.

He announced the appointment of Dr. James Paul to the West Virginia Board of Education.

Morrisey said he will bring a focus on accountability.

“I believe that the Legislature and the state board don’t need to be at odds with each other either,” Dr. Paul said. “In fact, that shouldn’t be the case. And if we’re going to serve West Virginia families well, the state board and the Legislature are going to have to work together.”

Dr. Paul has been involved in launching the state’s first public charter schools.

Paul serves as the director of state education opportunity at America First Policy Institute.

Morrisey said this is the first of a number of board picks.

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Trooper assists two victims from a burning home – WV MetroNews

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1 day ago

February 11, 2026

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Trooper assists two victims from a burning home – WV MetroNews

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — A West Virginia State Police Troopers is credited with helping save an elderly woman and getting an injured infant to medical care amid a fire.

A state police news release said Trooper C. J. Elmore responded to the home on Kalafat Street in Buckhannon Saturday. Elmore was told by a woman at the scene her eldelry mother was on the back porch. Elmore went onto the porch and was able to help the woman away from the burning home and to a nearby ambulance.

He then observed a 10-month old baby which had been removed from the burning structure in need of medical attention. According to the release Elmore took the child to nearby paramedics for treatment. Eight individuals escaped the burning home without serious injury.

Trooper Elmore then assisted the Buckhannon Fire Department and Upshur County EMS with traffic control to ensure the safety of emergency responders and the public.

The cause of the fire is under investigation by the West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s office.

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