ATHENS, Ohio – The Athens Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol announced plans for an OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) checkpoint this Saturday evening. The checkpoint will be organized in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies. The specific location of the checkpoint will be disclosed tomorrow morning. This advance notice aligns with legal and […]
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Chillicothe Police Department welcomes new K9 recruit
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Chillicothe Police Department has introduced its newest recruit to the community—a 15-month-old Belgian Malinois. The young canine has started his training at the Ohio State Highway Patrol K9 Training Academy, where he will undergo extensive preparation before hitting the streets of Chillicothe. The department has yet to name the new K9, […]
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Democrats stress gun violence prevention on convention’s final night
ARIANA FIGUEROA, Ohio Capital Journal — The final night of the Democratic National Convention Thursday included a lineup of lawmakers and others who have long advocated for gun safety and have dealt with the aftermath of gun violence in their communities. “Our losses do not weaken us — they strengthen our resolve,” Georgia U.S. Rep. […]
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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office: Daily incident report for August 22, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Deputies with the Ross County Sheriff’s Office stayed busy on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Here is a snapshot of their calls for service. SO-P2404148 | 08/22/24 1:21 AM | BLAIN HWY, WAVERLY SO-P2404149 | 08/22/24 7:40 AM | KELLENBERGER RD, CHILLICOTHE SO-P2404150 | 08/22/24 9:20 AM | O’DELL ALY, RICHMOND DALE SO-P2404151 […]
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Fire shuts down Route 50 in Ross County
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Earlier this morning fire and rescue crews were dispatched to a blaze in Bourneville. Preliminary reports indicate that the fire broke out at a structure along Route 50. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. Authorities are advising residents to steer clear of the area as crews work […]
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Chillicothe Police: Daily incident report for August 22, 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Officers with the Chillicothe Police Department were involved in multiple calls on August 22, 2024. Here is a snapshot of those calls for service. Police Blotter – August 22, 2024 12:38 AM – Signal Before Changing Course (PD-P2404645)A traffic stop was initiated at the intersection of Jackson Ave and Douglas Ave. 3:09 […]
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Rescue crews respond to crash near Kingston in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Rescue crews in Ross County have been dispatched to a reported two-vehicle crash. The incident occurred shortly after 1:15 PM this afternoon in the 2300 block of Dry Run Road. According to dispatchers, at least two vehicles were involved in the crash, with possible injuries. Rescue crews and law enforcement have […]
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Ohio officials warn of dangerous drug cocktails
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC) has issued a public safety alert regarding the rise of dangerous drug mixtures in Ohio’s illicit drug supply. The alert focuses on the increasing presence of “tranq-dope” and “benzo-dope,” which pose significant risks including overdoses and skin wounds. ONIC reports that drug testing labs across Ohio […]
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Ohio Senate introduces bill to ban high-rate-of-fire gun accessories amid rising gun violence
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A new bill introduced in the Ohio Senate seeks to ban certain firearm accessories that increase the rate of fire for semi-automatic weapons. Senate Bill No. 307, introduced on July 30, 2024, aims to ban devices such as trigger cranks and bump-fire devices, which are designed to accelerate a semi-automatic firearm’s rate […]
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Cars hit by gunfire in Ross County
BAINBRIDGE, Ohio — A Ross County resident reported that two of their vehicles were damaged by gunfire on August 20. The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident at a residence on Garman Lane in Bainbridge. The property owner discovered the vehicles had been struck by bullets and reported the damage to authorities. According […]