Chaelesse Delpleche
Morning Reporter, Multimedia Journalist
Charleston, West Virginia
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Chaelesse Savanna Delpleche is a morning reporter and MMJ for WSAZ-Charleston. She joined the team in October of 2019. Chaelesse enjoys seafood and spending time with her family. She attended Georgia Southern University and graduated with a degree in Multimedia Journalism. She speaks Criolu, a language native to the islands of Cape Verde, and a little Spanish. If you have any story ideas for Chaelesse contact her at Chaelesse.Delpleche@gray.tv
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This project will cost $1.5 million, but customers won’t see an impact on their monthly bill.
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While the owner said plans haven’t been finalized, he’s 99.9 percent sure the store will make a comeback after an engineer’s recent inspection.
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Now, as police investigate the double homicide, residents say the community needs to come together to weed out violence.
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Officials say they’ve received a grant, allowing them to invest in additional safety measures.
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Christmas is 82 days away, but some organizations are already gearing up for the holiday.
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The park features ramps and other equipment that skaters of any level can enjoy.
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Clarence Haley Jr. will serve 15 years in prison for the shooting death of Ronell Huff.
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After being vacant for years, city officials in Logan have announced plans to transform an older building into a textile plant.
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Mason County Sheriff Corey Miller said the problem area is the two-lane section of U.S. 35, near Little 16 Mile Creek Road and Black Oak Road.
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They're working on getting Hercules a buddy, all so he can get some much needed rest.
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Following the rules of the road and wearing a helmet will be enforced, city officials say.
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If you don't have the cash to spare, you might have your hands on the type of payment officials are accepting.
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The United Mine Workers of America on Monday held their 83rd annual Labor Day celebration. With the holiday falling around the Battle of Blair Mountain’s anniversary, they decided to plan the event around that historic event.
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Teachers hope the new rule will keep kids out of quarantine.
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The numbers in question are among people who are unvaccinated.
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The idea came from TicTok, but now it's spanning past social media and into classrooms.
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Now, county officials are considering solving the problem by changing the school calendar.
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At Mary C. Snow West Side Elementary, children were welcomed in the doors with a round of applause.
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The owner says the release date of "Suicide Squad 2" expedited the reopening.
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State officials say it’s the state's largest agricultural event of the year.
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It’s one of the first major renovation projects to take place on the runway since the early 2000s.
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Thursday morning at Yeager Airport, TSA officers collected dozens of prohibited liquids -- just hours after the terminal opened.
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There were more than 600 firearms up for auction.
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The money raised from this duet-style event will be split between the two organizations.
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Owners say the public will be able to enjoy some of the complex's amenities in a few weeks.
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Veterinarians say it’s becoming more widespread in the area.
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The owner is trying to bring back the city’s only grocery store.
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The newest scheme involves scammers impersonating an active deputy.
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Neighbors say it is something no community should have to go through.
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The fair will have live entertainment, rides and many more activities.
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The prizes include cash and jewelry, and it's all to benefit United Way of Central West Virginia programs.
This was one of the main reasons they started Walk in Wednesdays, a series of appointment-free clinics for children who need back-to-school shots.
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The West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration says officials with their agency will be out patrolling, as well.
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With Independence Day quickly approaching, employees at Nitro Fireworks showed WSAZ’s Chaelesse Delpleche how to properly dispose of pyrotechnics.
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Kanawha County Emergency Officials say the Blue Creek Road closure has been extended until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.
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When it comes to setting off fireworks, every city in the Tri-State has different policies.
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COVID-19 control measures and labor issues are to blame for the wait time at U.S. ports, along with high demand.
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After a long fight, the owners of Gourmet Fast are trying everything to stay open. Now they're getting help from a well-known local bakery.
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Drivers say the construction will cause some issues, but they will be worth it in the end.
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People who are without water can stop by the Lincoln County 911 Center to pick up water and supplies.
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Before you get on the road mechanics say it’s best to bring your car to a garage.
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The city Public Works director said the debris on side roads should be all clear by next week.
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City officials from all over the county gathered to ask questions about the money they soon will receive.
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Gov. Mike DeWine said schools and businesses are allowed to enforce their own requirements.
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The home will eventually house dozens of women who are working through substance abuse issues.
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It’s the first scholarship given out in Cassie’s honor at the school, which happens to be Johnson’s alma mater.
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The findings don't shock people who live in the capital city of Charleston.