Jillian Risberg

Raleigh County, WV (WOAY) – This Human Trafficking Prevention Month is about empowering communities to identify and report exploitation. Strong relationships are critical ‘protective factors’ that reduce vulnerability to traffickers. Newswatch reporter Ji... See more

BECKLEY, WV (WOAY) – The No Tax on Tips Act rules taking effect in 2026 will change how tips are taxed under the Big Beautiful Bill. Local tipped workers are preparing for what that means for their take-home pay and tax filing, allowing them to deduct up ... See more

MERCER COUNTY, WV (WOAY) – Officially accredited as a primary stroke center, this milestone underscores WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital’s commitment to fast, high-quality stroke care. “This is very important,” Neurologist/Stroke Program Medical ... See more

NICHOLAS COUNTY, WV (WOAY) – For new Mayor Dave Harper, Summersville is home. Some years back, he was the city recorder and served on the council. He calls the people electing him mayor a dream. “A little strange when you go into a restaurant, and people ... See more

NICHOLAS COUNTY, WV (WOAY) – New Summersville Chief of Police Brad Reed has a storied law enforcement career. He was a West Virginia state trooper for 23 years, five years with the Montgomery Police, and the Marshall University P.D. Reed says he has big s... See more