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The American Lung Association reports high levels of Radon Gas detected in 28.5% of West Virginia homes – WOAY-TV
Charleston, WV (WOAY) – The American Lung Association encourages West Virginians to test their homes for radon in honor of National Radon Action Month.
According to the latest State of Lung Cancer report, radon was detected at high levels in 28.5% of West Virginia homes.
Radon is an invisible, odorless gas that transfers from soil and collects in enclosed spaces.
The gas is also the second leading cause of lung cancer and the number one cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.
Lung cancer is the most prevalent cancer type in the mountain state.
If you detect high levels in your home, you should contact a professional to install a radon mitigation system.
West Virginia’s Office of Environmental Health Services offers free radon testing kits for residents to test for radioactive gas in their homes.
You can request a free radon test kit by emailing Radon@wv.gov or calling (304) 352-5039.
For additional local resources, visit oehs.wvdhhr.org.
If you want to learn more about Radon Gas, The American Lung Association offers a free Radon basics course at Lung.org.
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Morrisey signs Baylea’s Law, increasing criminal penalties in W.Va. for DUI causing death
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey officially signed House Bill 4712 into law on Friday.
The bill, better known as Baylea’s Law, increases criminal penalties against those who are convicted of driving under the influence resulting in death. The bill is named after Baylea Bower, a 24-year-old woman from Boone County who was killed in a car crash on Easter in 2025 caused by a drunk driver.
The bill passed the House in February, with several of Bower’s family and friends gathered at the West Virginia Capitol in support of the bill.
“Obviously we’re going to be heartbroken,” Bower’s friend India Henderson said. “We have the lifetime sentence of not having Baylea. But if this does help save a life in the future and cause someone to not want to go out and cause this tragedy, then that is a win.”
In accordance with the passage of the bill, Baylea’s Law will take effect on June 12.
“West Virginia will no longer allow those who drive while impaired to escape the full weight of justice,” Morrisey said Friday in a press release. “Baylea’s Law gives our legal system the teeth to demand absolute accountability for the most heartbreaking crimes. Today, our laws stand firmly on the side of victims and their families.”
Specifically, Baylea’s Law introduces the offense of aggravated DUI resulting in death, which will carry the following mandatory sentences, according to a release from Morrisey’s office:
- Five to 30 years in prison
- Fine of $2,000 to $10,000
- Lifetime revocation of the offender’s driver’s license
West Virginia
West Virginia Lottery results: See winning numbers for Daily 3, Daily 4 on May 7, 2026
The results are in for the West Virginia Lottery’s draw games on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Here’s a look at winning numbers for each game on May 7.
Winning Daily 3 numbers from May 7 drawing
7-1-6
Check Daily 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Daily 4 numbers from May 7 drawing
4-6-6-8
Check Daily 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 25 numbers from May 7 drawing
04-08-10-11-20-22
Check Cash 25 payouts and previous drawings here.
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When are the West Virginia Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:59 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Daily 3, 4: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.
- Cash 25: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor. You can send feedback using this form.
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) – The West Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program will conduct its annual “Click It or Ticket” high-visibility enforcement campaign during the Memorial Day travel period.
National enforcement runs from May 18 through May 31. West Virginia’s state-specific enforcement begins May 11 and ends May 25.
Travelers will see increased patrols by state and local law enforcement during this time. Officers will ensure every driver and passenger is buckled up correctly.
This year’s campaign focuses on nighttime enforcement. Data shows that a higher number of unrestrained fatalities occur during nighttime hours.
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