SCIOTO COUNTY, Ohio — A tragic accident involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) has left a family devastated in Portsmouth, Ohio. Seven-year-old Wyatt Moore lost his life in the accident, and now his mother and her boyfriend are facing charges in connection with his death. The Scioto County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating the incident since […]
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Troopers rescue woman from burning vehicle in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio – A vehicle fire has been reported in the 6000 block of Route 23, with eyewitnesses at the scene claiming that a heroic rescue took place. Upon arriving at the scene, troopers discovered a woman trapped inside the burning vehicle. Reports say, the troopers risked their own safety to pull the woman […]
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DOJ advocates for economic justice reform, addresses unfair fines and fees
WASHINGTON D.C. — The Justice Department issued a letter to state and local courts and juvenile justice agencies on Tuesday, addressing the practices of imposing and enforcing fines and fees for adults and youth. The letter warns against unlawful practices that unfairly penalize individuals unable to pay or that have a discriminatory effect. The letter […]
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Battle Lines Drawn: AGs unite to rein in ‘rogue’ prosecutors, fueling reproductive rights debate
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Attorney generals led by Ohio’s Dave Yost are seeking to strengthen states’ power to remove local prosecutors who prioritize personal politics over the law, in a case that highlights the ongoing battle over reproductive rights. The group of 15 attorneys general filed an amicus brief on Tuesday in Warren v DeSantis, arguing […]
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Let’s Talk About Recovery: Ross Co. Health District to host community outreach fair
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Health District is hosting a community outreach fair, Let’s Talk About Recovery, to promote resources for addiction recovery. The event will take place on April 27 and April 28 from 10am to 6 pm at the Tabernacle Baptist Church located at 221 East Main Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601. The […]
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Gunshots rang out near downtown Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Police in Chillicothe are investigating a shooting near the downtown area as violent crime cases continue to rise in Ohio’s First Capital. On Wednesday afternoon, officers responded to the area of Caldwell and E 7th Street in reference to possible gunshots. According to reports, officers made contact with a caller who reported […]
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Overdosing man found with his pants down inside Chillicothe retailer
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A man found overdosing in the restroom of a Chillicothe retailer caused a stir on Thursday. Officers from the Chillicothe Police Department were dispatched to Kohl’s department store on River Trace Lane after receiving reports of a man passed out inside a restroom stall. According to the police report obtained by the […]
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Chillicothe man brutally assaulted in alleyway near local grocer
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe man is recovering after a brutal assault that took place in an alleyway near the Sack n’ Save grocery store on Wednesday, according to the Chillicothe Police Department. The victim reported to police that he was walking in the alleyway when he was attacked from behind. He stated that he […]
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House burns in Londonderry as crews battle heat
LONDONDERRY, Ohio — Crews battled a house fire in Londonderry on Wednesday. It happened at around 5:30 p.m. in the 2000 block of route 327. The house was engulfed in smoke when firefighters arrived, who immediately called for assistance from neighboring townships. Deputies assisted in clearing the area and moving a Jeep that was parked […]
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McDonald’s releasing Mac Sauce in dipping cups
CHICAGO, Illinois — Mac sauce. Special sauce. Secret sauce. Whatever you call it, fans have been asking for an extra side of our famous Big Mac sauce for years. And now, it’s finally getting its moment in the spotlight on our menu. Starting April 27, for a limited time, we’re dropping Big Mac sauce dip […]