HOCKING COUNTY, Ohio — In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the exploitation of elderly individuals, particularly in cases of financial theft or fraud. Unfortunately, many seniors are vulnerable to these types of crimes due to physical and cognitive limitations, as well as social isolation. In February of 2023, an 82-year-old woman […]
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Adams Co. deputies file suit against rapper Afroman over music video
ADAMS COUNTY, Ohio — A group of deputies from the Adams County Sheriff’s Office have filed a lawsuit against rapper Afroman and his record label, Hungry Hustler Records, claiming emotional distress after footage from a raid on Afroman’s home was used to make music videos. The videos in question are for the songs Afroman wrote […]
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Highland Co. deputy pleads not guilty to reckless homicide
HIGHLAND COUNTY, Ohio — A Highland County deputy has pled not guilty to charges related to a 2022 fatal officer-involved shooting. Jonathan Malone was charged with reckless homicide charge in connection with the shooting that resulted in the death of 58-year-old Richard Poulin. According to the Ohio Attorney General’s Bureau of Criminal Investigation, police claim […]
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White House warns MAGA Republican healthcare proposals could hurt Ohio families
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, the White House has released fact sheets that demonstrate how the proposals reportedly put forth by extreme members of the House Republicans seeking to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and gut Medicaid would negatively impact working families. The ACA, which was enacted in […]
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FTC proposes “Click to Cancel” provision to combat deceptive subscription practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule that requires companies to make it as easy for consumers to cancel their subscriptions as it was to sign up. This “click to cancel” provision is one of several proposed updates to the FTC’s rules regarding subscriptions and recurring payments. The proposed […]
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Wendy’s “Springs” into flavor with new menu items
DUBLIN, Ohio — Wendy’s is bringing fresh, new options to its menu this Spring! The fast-food chain has announced the launch of Blueberry Pomegranate Lemonade, Grilled Chicken Ranch Wrap, and Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad, which will be available starting March 28th. The Blueberry Pomegranate Lemonade is a sweet and fruity twist on Wendy’s iconic Dave’s […]
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Athens Co. Sheriff’s Office releases daily activity report for March 22
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — The Athens County Sheriff’s Office has released its daily activity report for March 22, 2023, detailing the various incidents that deputies responded to throughout the day. One call involved a report of a prowler/suspicious person in Athens Township, but deputies patrolled the area and found nothing out of the ordinary. Another […]
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Vinton Co. Sheriff’s Office releases daily activity report for March 22
VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — The Vinton County Sheriff’s Office has released its daily activity report for March 22, 2023. The report outlines the various calls and incidents that occurred throughout the day. In the early morning hours, deputies patrolled State Route 327 after receiving a complaint regarding a suspicious person. Later, at 7:40 a.m., they […]
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Remembering the “Great Flood of 1913”
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — March 23, 2023, marks the 110th anniversary of the “Great Flood of 1913”, a catastrophic event that caused widespread destruction and loss of life throughout Ohio. The flood was triggered by a massive storm that began on Sunday, March 23, 1913. Chillicothe was hit hard by the flood, with 22 people losing […]
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Legislators and victims of Bill McKell call for changes to Ohio laws
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio General Assembly is currently considering several pieces of legislation aimed at removing the statute of limitations for most sex crimes. One of these bills, H.B. 124, seeks to effectively eliminate time limits for both civil and criminal cases related to sexual abuse. Another bipartisan bill, H.B. 35, sponsored by Republican […]