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New Ohio law to impose tougher penalties on hooning and police chases
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- 90 days from now a new law will be in effect that will crack down on hooning and police chases across Ohio. Representative Phil Plummer and Dayton Fraternal Order of Police President Sgt. Kyle Thomas agree that House Bill 56 was much needed in order to provide harsher penalties to those who lead police chases, and to those who engage in hooning or reckless driving.
RISE FFA Career Program plants seeds for success
At the 96th Ohio FFA Convention in May, Sunrise Cooperative announced its 2024 class of new hires for the RISE FFA Career Program. Following an application and interview process, Sunrise hired 12 graduating seniors full-time. The program was developed to encourage employment with Sunrise Cooperative immediately following high school graduation. Sunrise is an agricultural and energy cooperative with locations across Ohio.
Trump backs Vance, says facing Harris wouldn’t have changed his VP pick
Former President Trump is sticking by his choice to elevate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to be his running mate in November, amid a shake-up atop the Democratic ticket. Trump told “Fox & Friends” Thursday he would not have changed his vice presidential pick, even if he had known ahead of time that President Biden would…
Ohio works to remedy skilled trade shortage with incarcerated youth initiative
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio is working to remedy a shortage of skilled trade employees by providing resources for incarcerated juveniles to start careers in fields such as construction or welding once they are released. The Ohio Department of Youth Services and Department of Commerce have partnered to educate incarcerated youth about skilled trade career […]
LaRose wants Democrats to stop blaming Ohio for virtual roll call
(The Center Square) – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose wants Democrats to stop blaming Ohio for the party’s plan to use a virtual roll call to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as its presidential nominee. In a letter to Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harris released Thursday, LaRose demanded the party stop using the state’s ballot access deadline to justify what he called a nominating scheme. “I’ve seen numerous...
Ohio using bridge launching method on Route 8 bridge
The Ohio Department of Transportation recently began erecting a bridge using the bridge launching method in Akron as part of the $158 million State Route 8 bridge replacement project. This is the first time the department has used the method. Using the bridge launching method, crews build a bridge in sections on the ground then […] The post Ohio using bridge launching method on Route 8 bridge appeared first on Transportation Today.
Ohio’s voter purge “disproportionately targets voters of color”, civil rights organizations say
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s voter purge disproportionately goes after voters of color, Ohio civil rights organizations argue. More than half of Ohio voters who might be purged from the state’s voter rolls are registered in counties where a majority of the population is people of color, said Ohio Unity Coalition Executive Director Pierrette […]
‘It’s frustrating because we’re split in half.’ Ohio counties cut into 2 congressional districts
Tuscarawas County is a county divided. The northeastern Ohio county is split into two congressional districts — the 6th district and the 12th district. “It’s frustrating because we’re split in half,” said Tuscarawas Democratic Party Chair Gail Garbrandt. “People don’t know what part of the county’s in six and what part of it’s in 12. […]
Fare Fest returns to Versailles
VERSAILLES — Everyone from all communities to come to Versailles FareFest on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2-5 p.m., downtown Versailles. Receive a complimentary crystal wine glass while experiencing three hours of unlimited beer, wine and food. This year, they are featuring multiple Miami Valley restaurants, three live bands and to complement their food, select from over 40 beers and 100 wine options from wineries and distillers throughout the country.
Wright finally hits ‘bull’s eye of success’
GREENVILLE — Annie Oakley’s words were never more true than they were for Lauren Wright at the Miss Annie Oakley Shooting Contest. “Aim at a high mark and you will hit it. No, not the first time, nor the second, and maybe not the third. But keep on aiming and keep on shooting, for only practice will make you perfect. Finally, you’ll hit the bull’s eye of success.”
Ohio Inspector General finds that Toledo doctor was doing other work while billing the state
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Ohio Inspector General issued a report Thursday finding that a Toledo doctor was doing work for his own private practice while he was supposed to be working for the state. The report accuses Dr. Christian Maduoma of conducting office visits with his own Hill Clinic...
SWAT called to reported Springfield standoff
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) — SWAT has been called to a large police presence in Springfield Thursday evening. A large police presence is currently blocking off a section of N. Belmont Avenue due to a reported standoff. The initial response began around 5:30 p.m., with the situation gradually increasing as the evening went on. A sergeant […]
Jury selected as murder trial in missing man case gets under way
Prosecutors and a defense lawyer for a man charged with the death of his father chose a jury of five women and nine men Thursday, with trial testimony scheduled to begin Friday in Lucas County Common Pleas Court. Timothy Darrow, 39, of the 4100 block of Peak Street is charged with two alternative murder counts stemming from the July 27, 2017, disappearance and presumed death of Alvin Darrow, 63, from the 300 block of Majestic Drive in North Toledo. While questioning potential jurors before Judge Dean Mandros, prosecutor Jennifer Liptack-Wilson addressed the fact that there was no dead body found in the case. “Do you think that there is a rule requiring the state of Ohio to produce a deceased body in a murder case?” Ms. Liptack-Wilson asked. “No. None of you would be here then, right?”
Cincinnati woman accuses people living in nearby apartment of illegally dumping
WESTWOOD, Ohio (WKRC) - A woman from Cincinnati's Westwood neighborhood is accusing people living in a nearby apartment complex of illegally dumping near her backyard. For more than a decade, Lisa Klein has complained about the apartment complex above the hill behind her backyard. She said that tenants have been throwing trash, including tires and barrels, down the hill and leaving it there.
VIDEO: NFL Fans Are Already Worried About Joe Burrow’s Health After Video Leaks From Bengals Training Camp
NFL fans are already getting worried about Joe Burrow after a worrisome video from Cincinnati Bengals practice yesterday surfaced. Joe Burrow missed the Bengals’ final 10 games in 2023 after suffering a wrist injury in a Thursday night game against the Baltimore Ravens. Burrow underwent season-ending surgery, and the Bengals missed the postseason after finishing 9-8.
Mom turns in sons for allegedly stealing car in Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A mother recognized her two sons allegedly stealing a car in Toledo on surveillance video. The mother said she called the police and turned them in. The mother told 13 Action News she is upset and does not condone this type of behavior. “It just had...
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