West Virginia Lawmaker Charged After Court Appearance
Republican Del. Derrick Evans exits the Sidney L. Christie US Courthouse in Huntington after being arraigned on federal charges. The arrest highlights rising political legal scrutiny as authorities allege regulatory violations connected to activity at the U S Capitol.
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WV Delegate Derrick Evans arraigned over Capitol riot
West Virginia Delegate Derrick Evans, sworn in last month, faced federal charges for entering a restricted Capitol area during the January 6 riot after posting a livestream video of his participation. Governor Jim Justice confirmed the new charges and Evans issued a video claim of independent media intent.
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Justice defends delaying winter sports to March 1
Gov. Jim Justice defended delaying winter sports until March 1 after a protest outside his Charleston office. He cited COVID fatalities and cautioned against indoor gatherings while promising play as soon as safe, noting students will return to classes later.
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Pedestrian killed on Oakvale Road near Dairy Queen
Mercer County deputies seek help after a 28 year old man was struck on Oakvale Road near Dairy Queen around 8 p.m. He remained in the roadway for 10 to 15 minutes and was hit a second time before being transported to Princeton Community Hospital where he died. Investigators urge any witnesses to contact Detective Sgt. Steven A. Sommers or Detective M. T. Hatfield.
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Democrats push swift impeachment of Trump after Capitol siege
Democrats in Congress press for immediate impeachment action to remove President Donald Trump as the Capitol riot leaves five dead and the nation braces for a chaotic end to his presidency. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi urges action while few GOP defenders speak up and Trump contemplates a Jan. 20 transfer of power. Pelosi contacts Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Milley to discuss precautions.
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