Good morning, Huntington.

HUD data shows rising homelessness in the region based on January counts with West Virginia up 8.2 percent and the local count at 283, up from 255 last year.

Advocates say the shortage of affordable housing is driving the increase.

The Bike Rodeo (part of KidsFest) took over Safety Town in Huntington Monday, June 8, where kids rode bikes and learned safe riding techniques under supervision.

Lane closures began today on US-23 in Raceland for concrete improvements and signal work set to finish on June 30.

Free Fishing Days are set for June 13-14 and community members in Proctorville recently dedicated a new underground railroad landmark at Mt.-Pisgah Baptist Church.

Hundreds of students explored career and training opportunities with over 30 employers + community organizations at Spring Valley High School’s annual Career Fair, connecting them with colleges, technical programs and public agencies in the Tri-State region.

Local officials announced lane closures along U.S-23 as part of a 3-Phase road project that will affect traffic in the coming days, and drivers are advised to plan alternate routes.

For nearly 20 years, the WSAZ crew in Huntington partnered with the American Red Cross in a weeklong blood drive event that ended Monday (Jun.

8), collecting 257 units to help fight summer blood shortages.

Independence rallied to beat Buffalo 4-3 in 8 innings by scoring late runs in the seventh and eighth innings (Allen Coalson’s fly ball sent in the winning run).

They will face No. 2 Frankfort Thursday evening in the semifinals.

Frankfort pitchers limited Lincoln to five hits as Lanson Orndorff struck out four batters and drove in a run for a 6 to 1 win in a state tournament game in Huntington.

The Falcons will face the semifinal opponent on Thursday + remain rested for the contest.

Special Olympics West Virginia held its Summer Games at Laidley Field over the weekend, drawing about 400 athletes who competed in cornhole and other sports.

Longtime participant Drew Dormagen shared his achievement and looked forward to next year's event.

Deuce McBride of the New York Knicks may join a long list of local players in the NBA Finals as Game 4 tips off tomorrow night.

The feature traces legendary names like Jerry West and Hal Greer, whose historic records underline West Virginia's rich basketball legacy.

Appalachian Makers Market

8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Daily — The Space on 8th Event Venue — Free entry — Explore unique handmade crafts and tasty treats amidst local Appalachian charm.

The Tri-State Street Rods Cruise-In

5-9 p.m. — HIMG - Huntington Internal Medicine Group — Free entry — A gathering of car enthusiasts showcasing classic and custom vehicles in the heart of Huntington.