WTRF-TV (Wheeling, WV)

WTRF-TV, channel 7, is a TV station based in Wheeling, West Virginia, USA. It is owned by West Virginia Media Holdings and serves as the main CBS affiliate for the Wheeling-Steubenville area in Ohio. In addition to CBS programming, WTRF also offers shows from MyNetworkTV and ABC through its digital subchannels (MyNetworkTV on 7.2 and ABC on 7.3). The station's studios can be found on 16th Street in downtown Wheeling, while its transmitter is situated in Bridgeport, Ohio.

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English

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#88350

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#18309

Arts and Entertainment/TV Movies and Streaming

#570

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West Virginia's Fiesta Tableware appears on Jeopardy!

2 days ago | wtrf.com | Joey Rather

NEWELL, W.Va. (WBOY) — Many West Virginians are familiar with Fiesta Tableware, a Mountain State staple that prides itself on being manufactured in Newell, along the Ohio River, but Jeopardy! viewers around the world got to learn about it, as well, Wednesday night. During the June 4 episode on WBOY-NBC, contestants were presented with the following clue in the category “Putting the Brand Back Together.”“This iconic line of colorful dinnerware was discontinued in 1973, but revived in 1986.
Augusta Levy Learning Center names new Director of Development

2 days ago | wtrf.com | Steven Moore |Josh DeLong

by: Steven Moore, Josh DeLong Posted: Jun 4, 2025 / 10:44 PM EDT Updated: Jun 4, 2025 / 10:44 PM EDT Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – Matthew Porter has been named the new Director of Development for the Augusta Levy Learning Center in Wheeling. Matthew Porter has been appointed to the position.
Local sheriff created criminal Interdiction Unit to focus on drug trafficking on roads, makes another arrest during traffic stop

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

MONROE COUNTY, Ohio – A traffic stop in Malaga Township on June 3, 2025, resulted in the arrest of a 55-year-old man from Somerton. Gary M. Henthorn faces several charges following the incident. During the traffic stop, Henthorn was charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug abuse instruments, and obstructing official business.
Augusta Levy Learning Center welcomes new Director of Development

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

WHEELING, W.Va. – The Augusta Levy Learning Center (ALLC), a leading nonprofit specializing in evidence-based autism therapy, has named Matthew Porter as its new Director of Development, the organization announced in a press release. Porter joins the Wheeling-based center with a background in economic development and a passion for community-focused service.
"Most popular food truck in America" coming to West Virginia with a dinosaur exhibit

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

WHEELING, W.Va. – Get ready, Wheeling! One of the country’s most talked-about food trucks is making its first-ever appearance in the Friendly City—and it’s bringing more than just its famous Deep Dish Cookies.
Oklahoma man convicted of obstruction in connection to Ohio restaurant owner's double murder

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

A Belmont County jury convicted Dalton Ray of Obstructing Justice on June 3, 2025, for making false statements during a homicide investigation. According to officials, Belmont County Prosecutor Kevin Flanagan said Ray was found guilty of lying to detectives, a third-degree felony, in connection with the double homicide of Angela and Tom Strussion. Investigators from Belmont County traveled to Oklahoma in July 2024 to question Ray, who was believed to have information related to the case.
Ohio lawmaker introduces bill to strengthen nursing workforce

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

A new bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce aims to strengthen the nation’s nursing workforce by addressing education, recruitment, and retention needsThe Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2025 seeks to bolster federal programs that assist nursing schools in training students and maintaining a steady pipeline of qualified nurses, particularly in rural and underserved areas.
Moundsville Council approves purchase of fire-demolished Jefferson Avenue properties

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

MOUNDSVILLE, W.Va. (WTRF) — The City of Moundsville announced that during its June 3, 2025, council meeting, members approved the purchase of three properties in the city’s historic business district. The lots at 201, 227, and 229 Jefferson Avenue—recently razed following a devastating fire—total approximately 0.55 acres.
Joy turns to chaos as massive fight breaks out after West Virginia high school graduation

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Amber Baker

BECKLEY, W.Va. — A West Virginia high school graduation fight turns joy into chaosA graduation celebration for Woodrow Wilson High School students on Saturday turned chaotic when a large fight erupted outside the Raleigh County Convention Center in Beckley, according to WVMetroNews. The incident occurred just as graduates were leaving the venue, still dressed in their caps and gowns.
Emergency Training Event Wednesday at West Virginia middle school

3 days ago | wtrf.com | Steven Moore

by: Steven Moore Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 08:49 PM EDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 10:18 PM EDT MARSHALL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – On Wednesday, June 4th from 8:00am until noon at Moundsville Middle School there will be a Full-Scale Emergency Training Event. Emergency response personnel from across Marshall County, state, local and federal agencies will be taking part.