COLUMBUS, Ohio — President Joe Biden has granted full pardons to six individuals, including Beverly Ann Ibn-Tamas of Central Ohio. Ms. Ibn-Tamas was convicted in the 1970s of killing her husband while pregnant and was sentenced to one to five years in prison with credit for time served. According to her testimony, she had been […]
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Injury crash in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Rescue crews responded to a motor vehicle crash in Chillicothe. The call came into 9-1-1 dispatchers shortly after 3 p.m. The multi-vehicle crash occurred near the intersection of South Bridge Street and Eastern Avenue. Medics from the city’s fire department responded to the scene. One adult and a small child, authorities say […]
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Ohio and Georgia governors make friendly wager on Peach Bowl outcome
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the College Football Playoff semifinal between The Ohio State University and the University of Georgia approaches, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp have placed a friendly wager on the outcome of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. The two governors have exchanged gifts featuring products from their respective states as […]
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Dangerous inmate escapes Columbus behavioral health hospital
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a shocking turn of events, Jacob D. Davidson, DOB 4-26-84, has escaped from Twin Valley Behavioral Health Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Davidson was being held at the hospital after being indicted for Felonious Assault, a Felony of the 1st Degree, Discharging a Firearm on/or near a Prohibited Premises, a Felony of […]
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Ohio AG files lawsuits against businesses accused of ripping off Ohioans
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the year comes to a close, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a series of consumer protection lawsuits against businesses accused of ripping off Ohioans. In total, eight lawsuits have been filed across the state in an effort to hold “bad actors” accountable and protect the hard-earned money of Ohio […]
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Person of interest in Idaho college student slayings taken into custody in Pennsylvania
MOSCOW, Idaho — The small college town of Moscow, Idaho was left stunned in November when four University of Idaho students were found murdered. On Friday, law enforcement sources announced that a person of interest in the case had been taken into custody in Pennsylvania. 28-year-old Bryan Kohberger, according to ABC News, is being held […]
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Ohio Highway Patrol urges responsible driving during New Year’s holiday weekend
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the New Year’s holiday weekend approaches, the Ohio Highway Patrol is reminding residents to drive sober or use a designated driver to prevent tragic accidents on the state’s roads. In order to enforce this message, the patrol will be increasing its presence on Ohio roadways in order to keep drivers safe […]
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Gunman opens fire on Madison Ave. home in Chillicothe, police investigate
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — As the night began to settle over the small town of Chillicothe, police received a call about a shooting on Madison Avenue. When they arrived at the scene, they found a group of frightened and upset residents who told them about a man named Robert who had fired a shotgun into their […]
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Suspect arrested and charged with felonious assault in Gallia Co. stabbing
GALLIA COUNTY, Ohio — On Wednesday evening, December 28, 2022, authorities received a call about a stabbing at a residence on Bear Run Road in Gallia County, Ohio. When deputies arrived at the scene, they found a male victim with a severe laceration. The victim was airlifted to a nearby trauma center for treatment. Deputies […]
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“Operation Silent Night” nets arrests, drugs, guns, and stolen property
PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — During the month of December, the Southern Ohio Organized and Major Crimes Task Force conducted a month-long operation called “Operation Silent Night” to target illegal activity such as drugs, guns, and stolen property in Pike, Ross, and Scioto Counties. The operation was carried out with the assistance of multiple law enforcement […]