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Doctor warns about Ohio marijuana edibles’ exposure to children
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Marijuana comes in many forms, including “edibles,” which are heightening concerns about how those products are marketed and who are getting their hands on them. Nearly 100 dispensaries in Ohio now hold a license to sell recreational as well as medical marijuana. Dr. Hannah Hays is the Chief of Toxicology at […]
Victims of defamation get more time to sue, Ohio Supreme Court says
A tale of fraudulent emails, local real estate deals and false allegations of kickbacks wound its way from Warren County to the Ohio Supreme Court, which decided to give victims of defamation more time to file lawsuits. Ohio's statute of limitations on slander and libel cases typically runs out after one year. But...
Ohio Cold Case Solved: Attorney General details investigation into 1987 northeast Ohio cold case
August 8, 2024, Press Release from the Office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost: (HUDSON, Ohio) — In another victory for cross-agency collaboration on Ohio’s cold cases, BCI investigators and forensic scientists have linked the brutal attacks in 1987 of two northeastern Ohio females – one fatal – to the same suspect.
JD Vance on Trump’s mass deportation plans: ‘Pack your bags’
Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) elaborated on former President Donald Trump‘s plans for fixing the broken immigration system should they win the 2024 election. “It is simple,” Vance said during a Wednesday press conference in Detroit. “The first thing President Trump will do is stop the massive inflow of illegal aliens in […]
Group meets to discuss Lima's investment policy
Aug. 8—LIMA — The city of Lima's Municipal Treasury Investment Board tabled discussion of the board's official draft investment policy until a meeting next Wednesday. Finance director Meri Foster said the board would just need time to review the policy before approving it after the meeting Thursday morning to discuss the state of the city's midyear investments. "From my perspective, I think ...
Shafer’s goes from food truck to restaurant in three years
LIMA — When the clock hit 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 8th, Shafer’s Smoked Meats opened the doors for the first time at its to-go restaurant, Shafer’s Smoked Meats BBQ to Go, at 3031 Harding Highway, Lima. How the family got to this point certainly wasn’t expected.
Signups are underway for 2024 Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5K
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Registration is underway for one of the region's spookiest races. The Lima Kiwanis is hosting its annual Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5K and Mile Fun Run and Walk. It starts and finishes on the west side of Faurot Park, winding through Woodlawn Cemetery. The event proceeds go toward the Kiwanis student clubs that are building future leaders.
Lima man waives speedy trial on attempted murder case
Aug. 8—LIMA — A Lima man waived his speedy trial rights Thursday in the Allen County Common Pleas Court in his case for attempted murder. Daniel Elliott's speedy trial rights were waived because the substance used to commit the alleged offense is currently being tested by the State Fire Marshal's office, and both parties needed more time to prepare once the results are known. The hearing was ...
Back to School Education Fair to offer school supplies and health information
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - As students return to school, the Mercy Health-Saint Rita's Community Impact Team wants to focus on family health. They will be holding a Back to School Education Fair this Saturday. There will be some school supplies available; they are focusing on hypertension, smoking, and vaping education. They are encouraging families to take time to be together, to talk, and to take notice of how each of them is feeling.
Federal legislation would stop trains from blocking crossings
(The Center Square) – An Ohio congressman wants to bring federal law in line with Ohio law to stop trains from blocking roads throughout the state. This week, Republican U.S. Rep. Warren Davidson introduced the Railroad Responsibility Action of 2024, legislation that would end railroad crossing blockages by allowing states to enforce penalties. “The Railroad Responsibility Act restores state authority to regulate blocked rail crossings,” Davidson said. “The federal government...
Lima man sentenced for trafficking fentanyl in Allen County
Aug. 8—LIMA — A Lima man charged with trafficking fentanyl in Allen County more than two years ago was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison. Shaton Whitfield, 36, entered into an agreement with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to two of eight felony charges contained in an indictment handed down by a grand jury in March. He entered guilty pleas to the possession of a fentanyl-related ...
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