WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on his way to Washington D.C. today for a summit with President Joe Biden, and to address Congress in his first known trip outside the country since Russia’s invasion. Zelensky said on Twitter that the visit was “to strengthen resilience and defense capabilities” of Ukraine and to […]
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Winter storm brings dangerous conditions to the region
WILMINGTON, Ohio — The National Weather Service says rain is expected to quickly turn to snow to end the work week. Approximately 1 to 2 inches of snowfall are forecast, with concerns for a flash freeze due to rapidly falling temperatures. This may impact the morning commute on Friday. In addition to the snow, the […]
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Teen siblings involved in alleged assault in Ross Co.
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported assault that occurred Tuesday evening on Arrow Lane. A 9-1-1 caller claimed that their younger sibling had hit them in the head with an object and then chased them with a knife. The caller, who has not been identified, and the alleged […]
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Top doctor relieved of duty at Adena Medical Center
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A top doctor at southern Ohio’s most visible medical center has been released from his employment. Dr. Harry Kittaka was the “Chief Transformation Officer” for the entire health organization. The role of the Chief Transformational Officer focused on working with the Adena Medical Group in adapting to changes that are the result […]
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Child porn bust goes down in Pickaway County
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio — Sheriff Matthew O. Hafey of Pickaway County has announced that the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force have executed a search warrant at an apartment in Circleville, Ohio, as part of an investigation into the sharing of child pornography. The investigation […]
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Ohio General Assembly passes anti-swatting law
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Attorney General, Dave Yost, has applauded the state’s 134th General Assembly for approving legislation that prohibits swatting, the practice of reporting a false crime or emergency with the aim of provoking an emergency response from law enforcement. Yost praised the members of the legislature who helped to advance the legislation, […]
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Ross County Health District announces new Health Commissioner
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ross County Health District has announced that Janelle McManis, MPH, REHS, will be the next Health Commissioner, starting on February 14, 2023. McManis has a wealth of experience in public health, having worked at the Vinton County Health Department for over 16 years. She has held several administrative roles, including […]
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Suspect arrested in deadly Lawrence Co. shooting
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Ohio — Police in Ashland Kentucky has arrested the suspect in a deadly shooting in Lawrence County, Ohio. Dashawn L. Evans, 34, was arrested yesterday in connection with a shooting incident that took place on December 18 in Chesapeake, Ohio. The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office had been searching for Evans since the shooting, […]
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Lucasville woman pleads guilty in kidnapping case
ROSS COUNTY, Ohio —– A Lucasville woman involved in the kidnapping of a Columbus woman has pled guilty in a Ross County court. According to the Ross County Sheriff’s Office, the events started on the morning of August 4, 2022 when 45-year-old Anthony Jernee, a truck driver and mechanic from Columbus, along with 48-year-old Terri […]
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AMBER Alert issued for 2 infant boys kidnapped in stolen car in Short North
COLUMBUS, Ohio — An AMBER Alert has been issued after police say someone stole a car with two 5-month-old babies inside in Columbus. The Columbus Division of Police said a black four-door 2010 Honda Accord was stolen around 9:45 p.m. in the Short North. The mother of the infant boys walked into a Donatos Pizza […]