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House of Horrors: 16 children found in life-threatening conditions in Vinton Co. home
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Four adults are in custody after authorities removed 16 children from a home on Homer Street in Vinton County on Tuesday, with Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson on scene for what he described as one of the worst conditions he has encountered in his career. Each of the four adults arrested…
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – June 26, 2026
On June 26, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 18 incidents across Ross County and surrounding areas. The day’s activity included traffic…
Circleville Police Calls for Service – June 24, 2026
The Circleville Police Department responded to 35 calls for service on June 24, 2026. Notable incidents included arrests for drunk driving and warrant service,…
Chillicothe Police Crime Log – June 25, 2026
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 10 incidents on June 24, 2026, ranging from early morning through evening. Calls included domestic violence, warrant service,…
Appeals court orders new sentencing for Jake and Angela Wagner in Pike Co. Massacre
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — An Ohio appellate court has reversed the convictions and sentences of Angela Wagner and her son Edward “Jake” Wagner in…
Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – June 24, 2026
The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 10 incidents on June 24, 2026, ranging from traffic violations and criminal complaints to arrests for drug…