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Digging out: Hagerstown's snow removal plan
In our continuing coverage of this weekend’s blizzard, we head to Hagerstown where much of the city is still covered in snow. As WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports, city officials say opening main roads is their top priority, but they were not able to say when they expect that to be wrapped up. → Read More
Can't stay indoors? How to drive safely in a blizzard
We know a winter storm is coming, and while many are suggesting that people stay off the roads and in their homes, what do you do if you have to drive, or you're evacuated? WHAG’s Merris Badcock has details on how you can stay safe under extreme circumstances during extreme weather. → Read More
Martinsburg Police Department chances vehicle pursuit policy
The Martinsburg Police Department is changing their vehicle pursuit policy; a change that drastically overhauls previous pursuit allowances. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More
Martinsburg Police Dept. teams up with social media to reach public
Martinsburg police is teaming up with social media to connect with the public. WHAG’s Merris Badcock has more on the kind of information they'll be sharing on their new website, Twitter and Facebook pages. → Read More
Police: Arrest made in Sheetz robbery has connection to Sunday shooting
Police have made an arrest in connection to an armed robbery at a Sheetz in Hagerstown on Sunday. Police said the suspect was also involved in a shooting that happened less than an hour after the Sheetz was robbed. → Read More
Rehab center on hold, pending face-to-face council meeting
On Thursday, Berkeley County council members decided to hold off on moving forward with plans for their proposed rehab center. The decision comes after council members from the city of Martinsburg requested a face-to-face meeting to talk about the future of that center. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More
Chief deputy to run for Berkeley County Sheriff
The chief deputy of the Berkeley County Sheriff's Department, Gary Harmison was presented with his service weapon from Sheriff Kenny Lemaster. → Read More
MD Sheriff: Four-state is a "target-enriched environment" for drug trafficking
If you are a drug trafficker in the United States, you better hope you do not get searched by Sheriff Mike Lewis of Wicomico County, Md. → Read More
Top stories across the four-state in 2015
We brought a lot of news to our viewers on-air and online during the past year. With 2015 behind us, WHAG’s Merris Badcock takes a look at the top stories that unraveled four-state area. → Read More
Noon Newsmaker: New year, new you recipes to ring in the holiday
Frostburg food blogger Heather King joins us live on WHAG's News at Noon with some recipes that are supposed to bring luck to those who eat them on New Year's Day. Visit Heather's food blog, Hezzi-D's Books & Cooks, by clicking on this link. → Read More
Woman saves stranger's life with Narcan nasal spray kit
With the heroin epidemic on the rise, a Martinsburg woman made the choice to get a prescription for Narcan, a drug which stops a person from overdosing. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More
Apple orchards not hurt by warm weather…yet
Warm weather might feel good for us, but is it good for local crops? As WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports, a local orchardist in Hagerstown weighs in on whether or not orchards are already in jeopardy this year. → Read More
Crimes of the Week: December 27, 2015
Help local law enforcement solve these crimes by reporting any information you might have. → Read More
Motorcycle Masons give back to children with unlikely gift
A motorcycle riding association in Winchester is turning some heads, but not because of their leather and loud engines. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More
Rehab center inspires city council to define meaning of ‘public building'
A proposed rehab center in Berkeley County has got both county and city councils in a race to the finish line. City council members seem to be fighting back after Berkeley County Council members decided to move forward with their rehab center plans without city council's blessing. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More
Suspected bank robber identified, arrested thanks to Facebook tips
Thanks to the fast acting power of social media, investigators with the Hagerstown Police Department were able to identify and arrest a man wanted for an attempted bank robbery. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More
Jury begins deliberation in West Virginia murder trial
The jury has begun deliberating in the trial for Harold Stambaugh, a Jefferson County man accused of shooting and killing his wife in November 2014. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports from the court room. → Read More
Woman flown to hospital after crashing onto train tracks
Officials with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said a woman was flown to Inova Fairfax Hospital after her vehicle crashed onto train tracks late Friday morning. → Read More
Defendant testifies in murder trial, state and defense rest
The murder trial for 43-year-old Harold Stambaugh is underway in Jefferson County Circuit Court. → Read More
Top prosecutors partner up to fight drug epidemic
On Tuesday, West Virginia's Attorney General and the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia announced a partnership between their offices aimed at further tackling drug problems in the Eastern Panhandle. WHAG’s Merris Badcock reports. → Read More