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17-year-old in Ohio fatally electrocuted after walking into camper barefoot
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — A 17-year-old girl in Ohio was fatally electrocuted after walking into a camper barefoot, officials said. CBS affiliate WTOL-TV reported that first responders were called to Oak Street in Toledo around 8 p.m. on Sunday for a report of a person in cardiac arrest. At the scene, officials learned that 17-year-old Olivia Bright was electrocuted by "faulty wiring" in an empty lot outside her home, WTOL-TV reported. She was taken to a local hospital, where she died. WTOL-TV reported the investigation found that the 17-year-old girl was walking into a camper on the north side of the property barefoot and was fatally electrocuted. Investigators said the camper was unplugged and rain from the night of the incident likely contributed to the electrocution. Officials also said the camper was not energized and there was no evidence of charring on the door or the camper.
Local basketball star acquitted of domestic violence charge
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A local basketball star has been acquitted of domestic violence charges. Former Glass City Wranglers player Christopher Darrington was accused of suffocating a woman by covering her mouth and nose with a pillow last summer. Tuesday, the court found Darrington not guilty and he was released.
Top things to do in the Dayton region this weekend
Cultural festivals, an acclaimed vocal duo, a buzzworthy drama, and stand-up comedy are among events to keep on your radar this weekend. When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25. Where: St. Ignatius of Antioch Maronite Catholic Church, 50...
Springfield officer arrested for third OVI
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) — A Springfield police officer has been placed on leave following an OVI stop — and this is not a first for the officer. Records from the Ohio State Highway Patrol say one of its troopers pulled over Springfield Police Officer Joseph Robinson on Friday. The citation indicates Robinson was arrested for an OVI.
Hershey’s scoring paces Lady Jays past Crestview
DELPHOS — Junior Ava Hershey tallied five goals to pace the St. John’s girls soccer squad to an 8-0 shutout of invading Crestview Tuesday evening on Champions Field at Stadium Park. “It was good to have a match like this to bounce back from a loss Saturday,” Lady...
Matthew Honigford sentenced for assaulting law enforcement at U.S. Capitol on Jan 6, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WLIO) - A Delphos man was sentenced to 19 months in prison for his role in the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol. Matthew Honigford was sentenced on the charge of assaulting, resisting, and impeding officers. He will also have 24 months of supervised release following his prison term.
Love’s donates to local groups
Love’s Travel Stop in Delphos recently donated $2,500 to Delphos National Night Out and the Delphos Public Library. Love’s Store Manager Ken Rader, right, presents the checks to Delphos Police Officer and SRO Robert Fitzgerald and Library Director Kelly Rist. Fitzgerald said the funds helped bring the second biggest bounce house to Delphos for the event earlier this month. Rist noted the library has purchased hydroponic equipment to grow vegetables and herbs for library patrons year round and will enhance the Story Walk options at Stadium Park. (CherryRoad Media/Nancy Spencer)
9/11 exhibit honors fallen at Allen County Fair
Aug. 20—LIMA — This year's Allen County Fair has all the sights and sounds one comes to expect from such an event, from the flashing lights of the carnival rides to the squeals of kids riding them. However, there is one new sight at this year's fair, one that evokes memories of a sight seared into the nation's memory nearly 23 years ago. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation, established to preserve ...
Judge Richard Warren to retire in September
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Judge Richard Warren is looking back on a long career in public service as he prepares to retire. Judge Warren's last day on the bench at Lima Municipal Court will be September 5, 2024. The Bluffton native has been practicing law for over 50 years. Over the course of his career, he has worked on every kind of case from civil disputes to high-profile murders, presided over more than 300 jury trials, and co-founded the Worth Center. Warren says he is blessed to have been a public servant and appreciates the people of Allen County for giving him that opportunity.
Lima man gets 28 years prison after drug ring involvement
Aug. 20—LIMA — A Lima man received 28 years in prison Tuesday in the Allen County Common Pleas Court after pleading guilty to eight counts related to fentanyl possession, trafficking and manufacturing. Eric Upthegrove Jr., 41, was indicted on 57 counts which included fentanyl, heroin and marijuana possession and trafficking and the illegal manufacture of drugs. In April, Chief Assistant ...
Lima woman sentenced to probation for assault
Aug. 20—LIMA — A Lima woman was sentenced to three years of probation Monday in the Allen County Common Pleas Court on a charge of felonious assault. The firearm specification included in the charge for Grace Barr, 27, was dismissed. Barr must also complete 80 hours of community service by the end of the year. Barr had nothing on her record before this charge besides a disorderly conduct ...
Ohio coal plant subsidies still a bad deal for ratepayers despite growing generation demand, experts say
The pair of 1950s-era coal plants bailed out under Ohio’s House Bill 6 law are likely to remain unprofitable even after a surge in grid operator payments to generators, experts say. The PJM Interconnection grid market makes capacity payments to line up power to meet expected demand in the...
Titans host Liberty-Benton in opener Friday
OTTAWA — Ottawa-Glandorf head football coach Ken Schriner has liked what he has seen from his 2024 football so far this pre-season. Now with pre-season camp and two scrimmages behind them the Titans are looking forward to kicking off the 2024 season Friday night. The Titans have a new opponent for the season opener this year as they will welcome Liberty-Benton into Titan Stadium for a 7 p.m. kickoff Friday.
Ohio man wins $50,000 lottery with late dog’s license number
In a heartwarming turn of events, Roger Sours, a resident of Tiffin, Ohio, won $50,000 in the Pick 5 lottery by using the license tag numbers of his cherished dog. The win sent a jolt through Sours as he sat on his couch in shock, watching the lottery results unfold on television.
Mega Millions jackpot worth $498 million: See the winning lottery numbers for August 20, 2024
CLEVELAND — Although nobody hit the $498 million jackpot in the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, lottery officials say there were thousands of other winners who hit smaller prizes in Ohio. Here's a look at all of the winners from Tuesday night's drawing here in the...
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