COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a decisive legal development, a Franklin County judge has ruled that Ohio must rejoin a federal pandemic relief program, potentially directing $900 million to residents who were cut off from supplemental unemployment benefits. Judge Michael Holbrook of the Franklin County Common Pleas Court mandated that Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – 02/12/2025
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to multiple incidents on February 12, 2025, including reports of disorderly conduct, criminal mischief, traffic violations, and warrant arrests. Officers investigated a theft complaint, conducted traffic stops for driving under suspension, and responded to a non-suspicious death and a juvenile-related incident. Several individuals were arrested on outstanding warrants. The following […]
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Rose Marguerite (Henderson) Riddle
Rose Marguerite (Henderson) Riddle, aged 93, of Chillicothe, passed away on February 7, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on December 17, 1931, in Urbana, she was the daughter of Richard and Frances Henderson. She married Billie Wade Riddle on October 28, 1950, and they shared life until his passing in 1984. Marguerite is survived by […]
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Annabelle L. Sheets
Annabelle L. Sheets, aged 93, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on February 11, 2025, after an extended illness. Born on October 10, 1931, she was predeceased by her husband, William D. Sheets, and survived by her daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, siblings, and her beloved cat, Little Boy. Annabelle worked at Unioto Elementary and was active […]
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Barbara Earley
Barbara Earley, aged 82, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on February 12, 2025, after an extended illness. Born on March 28, 1942, in Ross County, she was the daughter of Fred Marshall and Nellie Marie Barnhart Wolford. She was married to the late Marion Earley. Barbara is survived by her children, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – February 12, 2025
The Ross County Sheriff’s Office reported a series of incidents on February 12, 2025, involving both non-criminal and criminal activities. Notably, the incidents included vehicle crashes, a natural death, a trespassing matter, telecommunications harassment, and an operation leading to an arrest for operating a vehicle impaired (OVI). Each incident was addressed appropriately by the authorities, […]
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Fayette County man pleads guilty to federal child porn and abuse charges
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A registered sex offender pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court today on charges related to child pornography and abuse. Brian J. Roberts, 44, of Washington Court House, admitted to sharing disturbing material of infants and toddlers. According to court documents, federal agents began investigating Roberts as a result of his activity across […]
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Snowstorm leads to two evening crashes in Waverly, one injured
WAVERLY, Ohio – A winter storm created treacherous road conditions across Pike County on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, leading to two motor vehicle crashes within a short timeframe, according to the Waverly Fire Department. First Crash: Two Extricated, One Seriously Injured on US 23 The first crash occurred at 6:47 PM on US 23 near […]
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More than 800 people submit testimony against Ohio’s massive higher education overhaul bill
MEGAN HENRY, Ohio Capital Journal — Senate Bill 1 was voted out of the Ohio Senate Higher Education Committee by a 5-2 party line vote Wednesday morning and will go to Senate Rules and Reference. Hundreds of college students, university faculty and concerned citizens submitted testimony against a controversial bill that would overhaul higher education […]
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Fugitive leads deputies on chase before crashing into tree in Ross County
BAINBRIDGE, Ohio — A Ross County fugitive led sheriff’s deputies on a pursuit Tuesday evening before crashing into a tree and attempting to flee into the woods. Deputies arrested Ricky Manuel, a wanted man with multiple warrants across several Ohio counties, after an extensive foot chase through the snow-covered terrain. Manuel Wanted for Multiple Offenses […]