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Kentucky, Ohio bald eagle population soaring just in time for July 4th
The symbol of America continues to thrive in the Bluegrass State and the Buckeye State. Just in time for the Fourth of July, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has announced that its 2024 annual spring survey, in a statement shared with the Dispatch, found a "robust" estimate of 841 active bald eagle nests, according to ODNR's Division of Wildlife.
Kentucky pauses program that gave companies a pass to dump wastewater into waterways
A contested state program allowing companies to dump industrial wastewater into Kentucky’s waterways without a permit is on pause while officials conduct an internal review of its use. Legal experts and advocates have criticized the program as enabling polluters to violate the Clean Water Act across Kentucky and bypass key protections built into...
Storms expected on July 4th in WV, KY and OH
(WOWK) — Showers and storms are expected in the 13 News viewing area on the 4th of July. Luckily the rain won’t last all day and there is a good chance that most of the showers will be done during the evening at fireworks display time (around 10 p.m. in most areas). Storms on Thursday […]
Kentucky attorney general names members to opioid advisory commission
The Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission, tasked with distributing opioid settlement dollars, has new members, Attorney General Russell Coleman’s office announced Tuesday. The commission was created by the state legislature in 2021 and has nine voting and two non-voting members. Kentucky receives installments toward $900 million in settlements with opioid manufacturers and distributors. So […] The post Kentucky attorney general names members to opioid advisory commission appeared first on Kentucky Lantern.
Hair discrimination prohibited under Kentucky’s C.R.O.W.N. Act
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Black women with natural hairstyles are 2.5 times more likely to be seen as unprofessional, according to a 2023 study by Dove. Most African Americans say they have experienced some form of discrimination based on their hair. Natural hairstyles like braids, locs and twists have historically been considered unacceptable by Eurocentric standards.
Crash with injuries reported on Tylersville Road in Fairfield Township
HAMILTON, Ohio — A crash with injuries has been reported on Tylersville Road in Fairfield Township. Butler County emergency crews are responding to the scene. The extent of the injuries has been reported at this time. For live traffic updates, click here. Click the video player above to watch...
Warsaw-Gallatin County Fire Department mourning death of deputy chief
GALLATIN COUNTY, Ky. — Members of the Warsaw-Gallatin County Fire Department are mourning the death of deputy chief Barry "Cub" Alexander Jr. this week. The department announced Alexander's death on Wednesday, describing him as a "great friend, tremendous leader, mentor and officer." Deputy chief Alexander served the Gallatin County...
New Miami police chief fired after declining to take drug test, accusations from mayor
A Butler County police chief is out of a job for refusing to take a drug test after the mayor noticed the police department reeked of marijuana, public records show. Mayor Jewell Hayes-Hensley has accused the police chief a long list of alleged violations since taking office, including not responding to 911 calls and stealing hot dogs. Recently, she accused him of “theft in office,” falsifying time sheets and daily logs, and “cashing his paycheck knowing he was required to show proof of his being at work,” according to a letter outlining her allegations.
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