DELAWARE COUNTY, Ohio — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was evacuated Tuesday morning after a phone threat reported to the Zoo’s call center prompted a large law enforcement response. Officials now say the threat has been cleared, but the Zoo will remain closed for the rest of the day. According to Zoo officials, the call […]
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Rain, thunderstorms move in late today; heavier rounds overnight into Wednesday
WILMINGTON, Ohio — A stretch of unsettled weather is set to move through the region beginning late this afternoon, bringing scattered thunderstorms, periods of steady rain, and a noticeable drop in temperatures by mid‑week. Forecasters say a chance of showers and thunderstorms will develop after 5 p.m., with skies staying mostly cloudy and highs reaching […]
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Ohio EPA seeks bids to remove large scrap‑tire pile in rural Pike County
PIKE COUNTY — The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is seeking bids to clean up a large stockpile of scrap tires on a rural property along Rapp Montgomery Road in rural Pike County. According to state records, the site — listed under the project name Scioto Land Co Rapp Montgomery Rd Scrap Tire Remediation — contains […]
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Man reported in water after jumping from Charleston Pike bridge; rescue crews respond
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Emergency crews rushed to Charleston Pike late Tuesday morning after a man reportedly jumped from a bridge into the water below. The incident was dispatched at 11:19 a.m., according to initial radio traffic. A deputy already on scene reported seeing the man in the water, prompting a full rescue response to […]
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Circleville Police Calls for Service – May 4, 2026
The Circleville Police Department responded to 26 calls for service on May 4, 2026. Notable incidents included a stolen vehicle report, a trespassing arrest, two non-injury traffic accidents, and several theft and assault complaints. Officers also handled multiple alarm drops, extra patrols, and parking complaints throughout the day. At 8:26 a.m. on North Court Street, […]
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Chillicothe Police Crime Log – May 4, 2026
The Chillicothe Police Department responded to 19 incidents on May 4, 2026, ranging from theft and burglary complaints to disorderly conduct, domestic disputes, and traffic violations. Notable calls included a burglary at 918 Jefferson Avenue, shoplifting at Family Dollar, a theft at Walmart, and several domestic disturbance reports throughout the city. The day also included […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff Crime Log – May 4, 2026
On May 4, 2026, the Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to 16 incidents throughout the county, including reports of theft, burglary, disorderly conduct, and traffic violations. Notable incidents included a stolen vehicle report in Frankfort, multiple thefts, a burglary alarm with damage found, and a mental health crisis at a local hospital. The day’s activity […]
