COLUMBUS, Ohio — A judge has temporarily blocked Ohio’s abortion ban, stopping the so-called “heartbeat law” signed by Governor DeWine in 2019. The law went into effect after the historic overturning of Roe vs. Wade. The decision was handed down by Hamilton County Judge Christian Jenkins. The 14-day order came because of a lawsuit filed by […]
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Pedestrian struck by a vehicle on North Court St. in Circleville
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Emergency personnel responded to the area of the Dollar General on North Court Street in Circleville Wednesday evening on a pedestrian that had been struck by a vehicle. Medics on the scene said the individual had suffered serious injuries. Their name and current condition were not immediately released. Motorists are […]
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Detectives investigate a murder-suicide in Peebles
ADAMS COUNTY, Ohio — Detectives in Peebles, Ohio, are investigating a murder-suicide that started with a shooting at a local lumber company. The incident began this afternoon at Southern Ohio Lumber along Route 73. According to initial reports, a man went to the business and shot and killed a woman there before fleeing the scene. […]
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New details released in early morning bomb scare in Vinton Co.
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — A bomb scare led to the evacuation of two Vinton County schools earlier this afternoon. Vinton County Sheriff Ryan Cain released a statement today regarding the bomb threat that led to the evacuation of students and staff from Vinton County middle and high schools. According to the sheriff, deputies arrived […]
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DAY 3: Here’s what you need to know about the third day of George Wagner IV’s trial in Pike County
WAVERLY, Ohio — The third day of George Washington Wagner IV’s trial in Pike County was pretty much Deja Vu for the jury. The day was filled with law enforcement taking the stand who responded to the crime scenes. The questions that were asked today were very similar to the same ones asked yesterday; what […]
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The U.S. issues new sanctions after Iranian cyber attacks
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States is sanctioning ten individuals and two entities, all affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, for their roles in recent cyber attacks, including ransomware activity. Ransomware incidents, according to the State Department, disrupted critical services and businesses globally. The cyber attacks, officials said, targeted businesses and critical infrastructure. The […]
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Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash in Pickaway Co.
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — Rescue crews responded to the area of route 104 and route 22 in Pickaway County on a two-vehicle crash. Initial reports say the crash occurred shortly after 1 p.m. around the Goody Nook. One person, dispatchers say, was injured in the collision. The crash, authorities said, remains under investigation. The […]
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ODOT announced the closure of route 772 in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Transportation announced the closure of route 772 in Ross County. According to ODOT, route 772 will be closed between Bishop Hill and Rinehart Road starting September 26. The closure is for a slide repair project. Traffic will be detoured via Blain Highway and route 50. The […]
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New details released in the active shooter situation at Ohio Christian University
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — New details have been released by law enforcement officials following an active shooter incident at Ohio Christian University in Circleville. According to Pickaway County Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey, dispatchers received a call shortly before 6 a.m. regarding a vehicle that appeared to have crashed into the Ministry and Performing Arts Center on […]
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BREAKING: Vinton Co. schools evacuated following bomb threat
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Officials with the Vinton County Local School District have announced the ongoing evacuations of the Middle and High School buildings. According to initial reports, an investigation is underway after the district received a bomb threat at the middle school. Parents that wish to pick up their children are being asked […]