CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – A routine shoplifting call at a local Walmart on Saturday afternoon led Chillicothe police to uncover drugs, a firearm, and additional charges for two suspects. Officers responded to the store on March 16th after an Asset Protection associate reported a possible theft in progress. The associate identified a male and female suspect […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
DOE cites Pike County contractor for nuclear safety violations
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a significant enforcement action, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a Preliminary Notice of Violation (PNOV) to Mid-America Conversion Services, LLC (MCS), the contractor managing the Portsmouth Depleted Uranium Hexafluoride Conversion (DUF6) facility in Pike County. The PNOV addresses violations of DOE nuclear safety requirements, holding MCS accountable for […]
Posted inJackson County, Local News
Crash causes traffic delays on Route 32 in Jackson Co.
JACKSON COUNTY, Ohio — The eastbound lane of State Route 32 near the intersection with State Route 139 will experience a temporary closure to one lane due to a motor vehicle collision (MVC). Authorities are on the scene, working to clear the area. Please avoid the affected area if possible. Expect delays and consider alternative routes to reach your destination. We’ll […]
Posted inColumbus, Local News, Regional, Statewide
Ohio lawmakers introduce bill to address retirement of police dogs trained in marijuana detection
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio lawmakers are introducing a bill aimed at addressing the financial strain faced by law enforcement agencies in the state due to the legalization of recreational marijuana. This initiative follows Ohio voters’ approval of a plan last year to legalize the use of recreational cannabis. State Representative Sean Brennan, a Democrat from […]
Posted inAthens County, Local News
Athens Co. corrections officer faces charges for drug distribution
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — The Southeast Major Crimes Task Force has apprehended a corrections officer at the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail following the discovery of evidence implicating the officer in the transportation and distribution of contraband within the facility. Sheriff Rodney Smith, speaking on behalf of the Task Force, confirmed that an investigation was initiated […]
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EPA moves to restore Air Nuisance Rule in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a significant step toward improving air quality in Ohio by moving to reinstate the Air Nuisance Rule (ANR) as part of the state’s State Implementation Plan (SIP). This decision marks a reversal of the previous administration’s move to scrap the measure. The ANR, which […]
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Ohio University partners with TimelyCare to expand mental health services for students
ATHENS, Ohio — Ohio University is taking steps to expand its support services by partnering with TimelyCare, a leading telehealth company specializing in mental health services. This partnership aims to provide a comprehensive suite of free mental health services for students, addressing a critical need in today’s academic environment. Approximately 20 percent of Ohio University’s […]
Posted inLocal News, National News
ASPCA report reveals USDA’s failure to enforce Animal Welfare Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA®) has released a new report analyzing the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) inspections of Animal Welfare Act licensed facilities, documented violations, and enforcement actions against violators for the 2023 fiscal year. Based on the ASPCA’s analysis of USDA data, federal inspectors documented […]
Posted inColumbus, Local News, Statewide
Ohio study finds disproportionate rates of school discipline
SUSAN TEBBEN, Ohio Capital Journal — Researchers studying school discipline in Ohio found “exclusionary school disciplinary measures,” that disproportionately impacted students of color, along with disabled and lower income children. Children’s Defense Fund Ohio released a 2024 “state of school discipline in Ohio” report, analyzing measures like out-of-school suspensions and expulsions, saying the practices “have […]
Posted inLocal News, Pike County, Piketon, Waverly
ODOT announces upcoming roadway projects in Pike Co.
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — Several construction projects are set to impact highways in Pike County next week, according to the District 9 Public Information Office. Work has begun on a bridge replacement project on State Route 104 between S.R. 32 and Long Fork Road as of February 26. S.R. 104 will remain open until June […]