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Ohio man wanted for shooting a teenager to death arrested in Indiana
According to a statement issued by Indiana State Police on Sunday, in a well-coordinated operation on Saturday Indiana State Police successfully apprehended a murder suspect from Ohio on the Indiana Toll Road. Early Saturday morning, Ohio officials notified the Indiana State Police to be on lookout for a suspect connected...
'Each controlled hunt is unique': Ohio hunters have until July 31 to apply for lottery
Ohio hunters can apply for the chance to be selected for special hunts on public land during the 2024-25 hunting season. Selected applicants will partake in controlled hunts for deer, waterfowl, doves, pheasants, squirrel and quail, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Applications must be submitted by July...
FBI investigating after agent-involved shooting in Carrollton
CARROLLTON, Ohio (WOIO) - The Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating after a shooting involving one of their agents in Carrollton. According to Public Affairs Officer Susan Licate, the ‘agent-involved’ shooting happened around 11:15 a.m. Monday. One suspect was injured in the shooting, according to Officer Licate. The...
State agency helping Dover schools assess facility needs
DOVER (WJER) (July 15, 2024)- As city property owners continue paying the bond issue that built the new high school, discussions are beginning about the future of the other buildings in the school system. The district has been working with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission to assess the cost of...
Flag football team looking to head to national tournament in Ohio
A local flag football team is scheduled to play in a national tournament in Canton, OH, which is the home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and, while excitement is building, they need your help to travel there.
Coroner IDs man found shot to death on Youngstown driveway
The Mahoning County Coroner has released the name of a man who was shot to death on Youngstown's Southside last week. Fifty-one-year-old Jermaine Tillis was shot along East Judson Avenue near Rush Blvd. just after 5 a.m. Tuesday. Officers found the victim lying in a driveway. Police have not said...
Love's Travel Stop begins construction in Morristown, promising growth and new amenities
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — After more than a year, work is being done for a new Love's Travel Stop in Morristown. "It's a tremendous investment in the community. It's something that is needed. And I think you'll see that," Belmont County Port Authority Executive Director Larry Merry said. Located...
What’s That Noise? Sonic Boom Warning Issued for Michigan
Even if you know it's coming, a sonic boom can still take you by surprise - and if you're a resident of Southeast Michigan or Northwest Ohio, you may hear some today. The 180th Fighter Wing in Ohio will be conducting testing Monday (7/15) afternoon and says residents should be aware that the loud "booms" could be heard throughout the area.
JD Vance is a relative political unknown. He's been asked to help Donald Trump avenge his loss
Ohio Sen. JD Vance is supposed to help Donald Trump win the Midwest this fall. But almost immediately after he was announced as Trump's vice presidential pick on Monday, one thing became clear:
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill Signs 4-Unit Deal in Ohio
Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill, renowned for its authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, announces a four-unit development agreement in Ohio, strengthening the Chicago-based company’s presence across the Midwest. The news of this signed agreement brings the total number of units in development to 25, projecting 5 additional locations to open by the end of 2024.
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