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Aaliyah Jones

Aaliyah Jones is a freelance writer born and raised in Rand, West Virginia. She is a mother to two children: Seven and Sunday. Aaliyah holds a bachelor’s degree in integrated communications from the University of Charleston and a certificate in event planning and design from Carver Career and Technical Education Center.

Aaliyah's Latest Articles

WV bill would outlaw and penalize programs offering needle exchange services
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Folk Reporters
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February 5, 2026

HB 4413 would make needle exchange programs illegal in West Virginia. Folks who refuse to follow the law would face up to $2,500 daily in fines. 

WV Senate once again advances bill to increase prison sentences and parole requirements 
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Folk Reporters
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January 27, 2026

SB 137 would raise minimum sentences and minimum time served before eligibility of parole for those convicted of second-degree murder and voluntary manslaughter.