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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 the eight-victim Pike County murders, finding the trial judge illegally imposed sentences before the defendants completed their obligations to testify against family members under plea agreements. Judge Jonathan P. Hein, a…
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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,…
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…
Bizarre Clermont Co. hearing raises questions about protection order procedures involving journalist
BATAVIA, Ohio — A nearly four-hour civil protection order hearing in Clermont County Common Pleas Court took an unusual turn Tuesday when Judge William…