Paroled shooter case stirs still loud local anger
Survivors and family members criticize prosecutors over the handling of the Virginia Tech style shooting case. They say victims were not kept informed and question the plea deal with Peter Odighizawa. Prosecutor Sheila Tolliver defends regular outreach and notes concerns over mental state and the punishment fit.
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Virginia law school shooting lawsuit motion pending
The law school, opened in 1997 in a fading coal town, faces a pending Virginia Supreme Court case after a former student Odighizuwa opened fire on campus. Professors Thomas Blackwell and Anthony Sutin were killed, and staff member Angela Dales and others were wounded. The suit alleges surprise weapon access and ensuing fear, as victims seek damages and accountability while the court assigns a judge.
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Welfare cuts planned in West Virginia DHHR proposal
The DHHR proposed Aug 1 welfare reductions affecting 4390 TANF cases in Region 4 including Mercer McDowell and Monroe counties. A family of three would fall from 453 to 340 monthly benefits though some gains could come from food stamps. State funding remains 110 million federal TANF plus 34 million state money, with past surpluses and regional counts cited. The council meets May 27 to review provider suggestions.
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