Fifty-one-year-old Steven West sparked chaos Saturday night in Fayette County, leading police on a high-speed chase after blowing through a red light and nearly crashing into a deputy’s car. Swerving into oncoming traffic on U.S. Route 119, he nearly caused a head-on collision—wild driving that put lives at risk. The pursuit ended safely near the New River Gorge Bridge when deputies stopped him without injury. Now facing a felony charge and multiple misdemeanors, West is jailed with $50K bail.

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Robert De Niro delivered a blistering indictment of America’s current direction at a protest concert in NYC, comparing loving the country now to an abused spouse clinging to a tormentor. He condemned war, healthcare cuts, militia violence, and leadership he called racist, misogynist, and xenophobic — name-dropping Trump and Congress. Joined by Bette Midler, Jane Fonda, and Patti Smith, De Niro reflected on his immigrant roots and his longing to reclaim love for the nation, urging unity and action to restore America’s soul.

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A Texas man’s 45-year sentence for a 50-day LEGO heist shocks the nation, while a fiery car crash in Kanawha County leaves authorities scrambling. A nationwide pasta sauce recall warns of salmonella risks across 41 states. On a positive note, Japanese fans clean up Dallas stadiums after World Cup matches — a tradition of respect and responsibility. Meanwhile, a new study reveals West Virginia’s economic and air quality improvements, but persistent gaps in health and education remain.

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Trump is throwing the most spectacular rally ever on July 4th at the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with military bands, his personal playlist, epic flyovers, and the largest fireworks show in history. While the planned 16-day “Great American State Fair” on the National Mall faces withdrawals from some artists and states, the President remains upbeat, with the fair’s kickoff still set for June 24th featuring Lee Greenwood and more patriotic spectacle.

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Marshall women’s basketball is welcoming back Peyton Ilderton, the standout guard who just graduated in 2026, now joining the coaching staff as Assistant Director of Basketball Operations. A key contributor to the Herd’s WNIT title win, Ilderton’s journey—from walk-on to scholarship player and team captain—includes Sun Belt Championship glory and NCAA Tournament runs. Before Marshall, she led Logan High to its first-ever state title in 2022. Academically elite, she earned CSC Academic All-District honors and hit 82 threes in her final season—fourth most in program history—while receiving the Kay Yow Servant Award. Her deep understanding of Marshall culture and proven success on and off the court make her a perfect fit to help guide the next generation.

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In Logan County, West Virginia, police arrested 39-year-old Joseph Adam Lett for allegedly breaking into the Davis H. Elliot Company and stealing over $1,000 worth of copper and supplies. Surveillance footage allegedly caught him in the act, and authorities suspect this may be part of a larger pattern of thefts at the same location. Lett now faces multiple charges including breaking and entering, grand larceny, and conspiracy, with a $25,000 cash-only bond. This case underscores that even small-scale thefts carry serious consequences.

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Forty-nine Teamsters Local 175 workers in Sissonville have been striking since May 12 over an expired contract, demanding fairer pay, insurance, and retirement benefits. The Beverage Market, which distributes major beer brands across West Virginia, says it respects the strike and is negotiating in good faith — pointing to high driver salaries over $110K, low employee contributions for family health insurance, and upfront CDL training that boosts earnings by more than $15K. The company hopes continued talks will lead to a win-win solution for workers, customers, and communities.

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