MetroNews Talkline

Remembering legend Willie Akers who died at the age of 89. Current Logan Basketball Coach Mark Hatcher shares his memories. We hear from Senator Justice about the Greenbrier. Attorney and FSU Professor Robert Bolton says there are other factors limiting court-appointed attorneys. ACLU-WV's Aubrey Sparks explains a coming lawsuit over the school-aid formula. Scott MacFarlane explains PA Gov. Josh S...

Dave & TJ discuss the ACLU's intent to sue over the school aid formula. Dr. Vauhn Rhudy, with the WVDE, talks about student assessments. Harrison County Commissioner Patsy Trecost has an update on flash flooding. John Hirshta, Senior VP with AARP discusses the challenges facing the future of social security. 

More flash flooding in WV. Meteorologist Bryan Hughes has the latest. Later, C.W. Sigman has an update from hard-hit Kanawha County. Brad McElhinny breaks down the Greenbrier financing deal. Ret. US Navy Admiral Michael Smith adds some perspective to the stress on the USS Abraham Lincoln. 

The latest on the Greenbrier ownership saga with Brad McElhinny. Tom Susman offers some context on the issue. Chris Stirewalt stops by. And STEAM RELEASE!!!

Brad McElhinny has the latest on the Greenbrier ownership legal wranglings. Delegates Kayla Young and Geno Chiarelli stop by. Dave & TJ talk Flock Cams and having serious conversations on the issue. Plus, your comments and thoughts. 

Del. Adam Burkhammer was disappointed with a DoHS report on child deaths within the foster care system. Several states are holding primary elections today. Fox's Jeff Monosso has details. Ag Commissioner Kent Leonhardt previews the State Fair. Meteorologist Bryan Hughes has an update on more severe weather headed our way. Second hour... Del. Vernon Criss explains why he's mounting a write-in campa...

Busy show. Starting with Marshall University Chief Legal Officer Toney Stroud talking about the IDEA District. Fox's Jonathan Savage has the latest on the Iran War. Scott MacFarlane has an update from DC. Then the guys talk Flock Cameras with Kanawha County Delegate Tristian Leavitt. Brad McElhinny wonders what happened to hot & ready meals for SNAP recipients. Tad DeHaven, of the Cato Institu...

Reporter Roundtable with Amelia Knisley and Steven Allen Adams. Kelly Allen, WV Center on Budget and Policy, weighs in TANF funding. WAJR's Mike Nolting explains a couple of strange stories out of Marion County. Plus, STEAM RELEASE!!

More on TANF discussions and how much of the clothing voucher program is being used at the ATM. Del. John Williams and Senator Eric Tarr weigh in. Brad McElhinny has the latest on the Greenbrier ownership saga. Plus, your calls and texts. 

WVU AD Wren Baker talks about the business of college athletics. David Cook, WV Deputy Secretary of State explains what happens now that Elliot Pritt has withdrawn from the race. WV Senator Mike Oliverio discusses the ongoing controversy over TANF spending. Plus, open phones and texts. 

Antero Resources is partnering with WVU as the jersey patch sponsor. House Finance Committee Chairman Vernon Criss says the governor's math on TANF does not add up. Brian Abraham details AEP's acquisition of the Longview Power Plant. Plus your texts and comments. 

WV GOP Chair Josh Holstein discusses the decision to disavow former Fayette County Del. Elliot Pritt and a change to the bylaws. Amelia Knisely, from WV Watch, with insight into the school clothing voucher program. Brad Howe on a court ruling that could shake college rosters. Eric Nelson, WV Revenue Secretary recaps July collections. 

Larry Pack, WV Treasurer, questions why the child clothing assistance program has already exhausted its funds. State Senator Ben Queen has an update on the flood recovery efforts in Weston. Joe Brocato is at the 93rd WV Open. Chris Stirewalt stops by. And STEAM RELEASE!!!

Del. Kayla Young wonders why the school clothing voucher program is out of money. Del Chris Phillips discusses getting a grocery store reopened after floods in Lewis County. Details on a new gas-fired power plant in Grant County. Hoppy stops by. Are the machines taking over? Author Guy Morris weighs in. 

Deputy Secretary of State David Cook tries to clarify the candidacy of former Del. Elliott Pritt. Uriah Cummings, with the WVDE, discusses the size and cost of education administrations. First Energy President for WV & MD, Chris Beam, breaks down the proposed natural gas-fired power plant in Mon County. Jared Halper with an update from the White House and Amelia Courts from the Education Allia...

Full show with an update on former Del. Elliot Pritt's criminal charges. Omnis has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy. More severe weather possible. Retired Police Chief Ed Preston discusses Flock cameras and AI technology. US Attorney Moore Capito discusses the charges against Pritt. 

Updates on the recovery efforts from last week's floods and tornadoes. Jeff Jenkins was on the ground in Upshur and Lewis Counties. Pleasants County Commissioner Mike Smith has an update on the tornado cleanup there. Randy Sanders with the latest from Buckhannon. Plus, Chris Hamilton, WV Coal Association President, discusses a proposed natural gas-fired power plant. 

Continuing to cover the disaster relief in West Virginia. Metorologist Bryan Hughes and Metronews' Jeff Jenkins have updates. Plus details on how you can help through donations. Brad McElhinny explains a GOP ballot quagmire. Chris Stirewalt talks about the latest data on 2028 Presidential candidates. And... STEAM RELEASE!!!

Continuing coverage of the aftermath of Tuesday's storms and flooding. 

Coverage of the storms that spawned tornadoes and caused extensive flooding in central WV. 

Bryan Hughes has details on a stormy forecast. Fox News Jared Halpern checks in from the White House. Brad Mc with the latest on the Greenbrier's legal issues. Doddridge County Schools Superintendent Adam Cheeseman announces a new partnership. Columnist Michael McKenna weighs in on term limits. 

Brad McElhinny has the latest on the legal troubles with the Greenbrier Hotel. State Senator Eric Tarr discusses the Chinese and Russian influence on the data center debate. Dr. James Paul, a member of the state school board, asks how the board can make changes without the state legislature. Mon County Deputy Mark Ralston explains the use of Flock cameras in the county. 

Kelli Talbott, General Counsel for the WVDE talks accountability. WV Secretary of State Kris Warner weighs in on election security. Rebecca McPhail, GO-WV President and Chris Stirewalt are guests. 

Talking about Flock Cameras with Huntington City Councilor Tia Rumbaugh. Fox News Tonya Powers previews the president's upcoming address. Hoppy stops by. Putnam County Commissioner President Andy Skidmore shares what he learned touring a Google data center. Plus your calls and texts.