Rachel Pellegrino

Reporter at WOWK-TV (Charleston, WV)

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REMARKABLE WOMEN: Amanda Strandburg serves others through dedication to community, country

1 month ago | wtaj.com | Rachel Pellegrino

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Throughout the month of March, WTAJ is honoring remarkable women who’ve made a positive impact in their community. Whether she’s wearing a crown or camouflage, Amanda Strandburg, who was named Mrs. Pennsylvania International 2025, represents poise and purpose while inspiring others through her dedication to causes greater than herself. “This pageant system means the world to me because it’s about your platform not just about beauty,” Strandburg said.
Charleston basketball team inspired by 7-year-old’s courage

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Every season, there’s one basketball team in the Kanawha Valley that plays for a special cause: “Karter Strong.” The team is inspired by one of their own players and his fighting spirit. Karter Nichols, a seven-year-old, has undergone more surgeries than the amount of years he’s been alive. His first was at just six weeks old.
Advocating for firefighters: What issues departments hope West Virginia lawmakers address

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Firefighters, like other first responders, run toward danger, risking their lives for others. But when it comes to their safety, what measures are in place to protect them in West Virginia? Even though there are some laws already on the books, firefighters are hoping more can be done this legislative session.
'We did it as a team:' Ironton Football players help firefighters battling house fire

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

IRONTON, OH (WOWK) – Five Ironton football players are being recognized for their bravery after jumping into action to help firefighters battling a house fire over the weekend. “It was honestly probably the biggest fire I’ve ever seen,” said Jacob Hughes, Ironton Football Player.
One person in critical condition after shooting in Charleston

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – One person is in critical condition after a shooting in Charleston, according to the Charleston Police Department. The incident happened around 9:20 p.m. Sunday along the 1300 Block of Grant Street. Officers say a male was taken to the hospital after suffering a gunshot wound to the chest. There is no word on a suspect at this time. This is a developing story.
One suspect in custody, four sought after Charleston shooting leaves man in critical condition

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino |Jessica Patterson

UPDATE (1 P.M. Monday, Feb 24) – One person is in custody and police are searching for four more suspects in connection to a shooting Sunday night in CharlestonAccording to CPD. Donovan Lee Brown, Jr., 23, has been charged with first-degree robbery in connection to the case.
Fundraiser honors memory of young animal-lover

2 months ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – A local family is honoring their daughter’s memory by keeping her mission of helping animals alive through an annual fundraiser. “We are trying to honor her by doing what she would be doing if she was here,” said Juliette Sharp, mother of Maddie Sharp.
Additional counties added to West Virginia State of Emergency

2 months ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

UPDATE (12:10 p.m. on February 16, 2025) — Governor Patrick Morrisey added additional counties to the State of Emergency Sunday morning. All affected counties now include: Boone, Lincoln, Wayne, Cabell, Greenbrier, Kanawha, Logan, Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, Raleigh, Summers and Wyoming Counties. CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Emergency in 10 counties amid heavy rain and flooding throughout West Virginia.
Appalachian Power workers talk about flood rescue

2 months ago | wowktv.com | Christian Meffert |Rachel Pellegrino

UPDATE (6:15 p.m. on February 16, 2025) — A 13 News reporter talked with the three West Virginian Appalachian Power linemen that saved an elderly driver caught in flood waters in Virginia on Saturday. Jeff Dotson, Cameron Lacy and Tyler Blair talked about the incident, describing how the driver’s vehicle got swept away while trying to cross a nearby flooded bridge.
Vehicle crash on US-119 causing delays for drivers in Kanawha County

2 months ago | wowktv.com | Rachel Pellegrino

KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK) – A two-vehicle crash is causing delays for drivers traveling northbound on US-119 in Kanawha County. According to WV511, the crash happened near mile-marker 16 on US-119 northbound. That’s near Hickory Road in South Charleston. All lanes were impacted as of 7:00 a.m.WV511 cameras still show standstill traffic on US-119 starting at the I-64 ramp as of 8:15 a.m.There is no word on extent of injuries for those involved in the crash. This is a developing story.

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