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Public's help needed in investigation of arsons
COLUMBUS — Investigators with the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the Gallia County and Lawrence County Sheriff’s Offices are asking for the public’s help in identifying those responsible for at least four fires that destroyed churches in Gallia and Lawrence Counties, including three that have occurred since May 10, 2024. All four churches were destroyed. No one was hurt in the fires. The four impacted churches are: ...
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 […]
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...
Ross County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Mother and Boyfriend after Zip Tying Child to Bed
ROSS COUNTY – On August 8th, 2024, at approximately 7:51 am, Ross County Sheriff’s Deputy Sol. Champion responded to a call at 270 Water St. in Richmond Dale, Ohio. Upon arrival, an investigation was initiated, leading to the arrest of a mother and her boyfriend on charges of kidnapping, complicity to aid/abet another, and endangering children through torture or cruel abuse.
Appalachian Power encourages customers to apply for assistance for energy costs
CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Appalachian Power is informing customers about federal aid available to help with energy expenses. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) offer federal grants aimed at assisting income-qualified customers in lowering their electric bills during certain times of the year. Customers of […]
Scio Summer Fest kicks off with tradition, music, and local delights
SCIO, Ohio — The Scio Summer Fest officially opened Wednesday, attracting many to enjoy the community environment. "After 90 years, it is a lot of tradition,” Fest Chair Jim Thompson said. “A lot of people come back for it every year.”. The festival is sponsored by the...
Celebrate end of season with SummerFest in South Charleston, WV
SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – South Charleston is gearing up for its annual Summerfest around the Mound! Organizers say a highlight of this year’s event is the addition of a drone show on Friday evening, scheduled for around 10 p.m., offering a modern twist to the festivities. The...
Lincoln County man arrested in connection to over a dozen church break-ins, troopers say
LINCOLN COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A Lincoln County man was arrested early Thursday morning following a string of break ins targeting over a dozen churches, troopers say. Tanner Fugate, 25, of Hamlin, was taken into custody after reports of a break in came in at 4 a.m. at the Sumerco Church of God in Yawkey. According to West Virginia State Police, troopers arrived on scene and found the suspect.
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