WAVERLY, Ohio — Two counties may see challengers this November for the Office of Sheriff. The deadline to file to run for Sheriff in Ohio as an Independent was on Monday at 4 p.m. In Pike County, lifelong resident Brock Clemmons filed to challenge the Republican who prevails in Tuesday’s primary election. Current Sheriff Tracy […]
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Laurelville woman sentenced to 15 years to life for murder
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — Jara McKnight, a resident of Laurelville, has been sentenced to 15 years to life in prison after being charged with murder in a felonious assault case. The case unfolded when law enforcement and emergency medical services responded to a residence on Bull Creek Road last October. According to investigators, firefighters arrived […]
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Overdose deaths in Ohio continued to rise in 2023: Top 5 counties hardest hit
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The opioid epidemic continues to wreak havoc in Ohio, with overdose deaths reaching record levels in 2023. According to provisional data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 111,000 people lost their lives, nationwide, due to drug overdoses in the 12-month period ending in April. Ohio witnessed 2,265 overdose deaths in 2023. This grim milestone underscores […]
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Documentary released on Hocking County Sheriff corruption case
LOGAN, Ohio — A documentary was released online on Monday ahead of Election Day outlining a corruption case that has caught the curiosity of many. “Framed: The Caleb Moritz Story” is a 30-minute long mini-documentary, edited with video, audio, and pictures; it details the story of Caleb Moritz, the former Chief Deputy of the Hocking […]
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Meigs County deputies respond to calls on March 17
POMEROY, Ohio (AP) — On March 17, 2024, Meigs County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to various incidents across the county. Here are the details of their responses: Incident Summaries: 12:23 – Pomeroy Pike, Pomeroy Deputies responded to a complaint regarding a disruptive female on Pomeroy Pike. Upon arrival, they apprehended Jackie Fetty and charged her […]
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SCOTUS to hear case alleging federal government bullied social media into censoring content
JASON HANCOCK, Ohio Capital Journal — The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Monday morning in a potentially landmark case involving the federal government’s efforts to encourage social media companies to remove misinformation from their platforms. The lawsuit was filed in 2022 by attorneys general in Missouri and Louisiana. It alleges the federal government colluded […]
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Police called after employee refuses to leave a Chillicothe pizza place on day off
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A case of misplaced dedication, or perhaps a serious pizza craving, led to a call to local law enforcement on Saturday afternoon. Deputies were dispatched to a Star Drive pizza restaurant after a manager reported an employee refusing to leave the premises despite being scheduled for a day off. Upon arrival, deputies […]
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High-speed chase ends with DUI arrest in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A high-speed chase through Chillicothe streets on Saturday evening led to the arrest of a man on driving under the influence (DUI) charges. Deputies, reports say, initiated a traffic stop attempt after observing a green Ford truck speeding and failing to stop at multiple red lights on East Main Street. The vehicle, […]
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Pickaway County Engineer Department closes Smith-Hulse Road
PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — The Pickaway County Engineer Department has announced the closure of Smith-Hulse Road, approximately 1.9 miles north of US 22, for an essential culvert repair. The closure is expected to last until tomorrow, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Motorists and residents in the area are urged to plan alternate routes during this period. For further […]
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Ohio urges weather preparedness as residents recover from recent severe storms
COLUMBUS, Ohio – As Ohioans grapple with the aftermath of last week’s devastating storms, state officials are urging residents to prioritize safety during Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 17-23). The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of State Fire Marshal and Manufactured Homes Program is highlighting the heightened vulnerability of manufactured homes during these events. Last […]