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LGBTQ community sounds alarm bells over Vance
LGBTQ Americans and advocacy groups are sounding alarm bells over the selection of Sen. JD Vance as former President Trump’s running mate. In addition to a history of anti-LGBTQ statements, the Ohio Republican is the primary sponsor of at least two pieces of federal legislation threatening to sharply roll back transgender rights, including one proposal…
Consequences continue as bill at center of Ohio utility corruption scandal marks fifth anniversary
Five years after Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 6 into law, Ohio citizens and ratepayers are still paying the price. Ohio lawmakers still haven’t taken steps to repeal the rest of the nuclear and coal bailout bill, which is the focus of what prosecutors say was a roughly $60 million bribery scheme by utility FirstEnergy and its affiliates. Cases continue to wind through the courts, and two men implicated in the scandal have apparently taken their own lives.
Ohio educators upset with pension board backtracking, with millions in bonuses to be given to staff
The Ohio retired teachers’ pension board has approved millions of dollars in bonuses for their investment staff less than a month after grandstanding by eliminating the additional compensation to make a group of educators happy. The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) is embroiled in controversy. In summary, there has been constant fighting, two board resignations and allegations of […] The post Ohio educators upset with pension board backtracking, with millions in bonuses to be given to staff appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Wildfire smoke could again pollute Ohio's air this summer. Here's how to prepare.
The U.S. EPA said people in the Great Lakes region should prepare for potential wildfire smoke exposure this summer, which can worsen air quality. The EPA says climate change is fueling more frequent wildfires and a longer wildfire season in the western U.S. and Canada. And the smoke from those flames are drifting to the Midwest, affecting air quality here in Ohio.
Fairfield man arrested on murder charge in Springdale motel assault: court docs
SPRINGDALE, Ohio (WXIX) - A Fairfield man is under arrest on a murder charge after a motel assault turned deadly, records show. Marquis Owens, 33, made his first court appearance Monday. A judge set his bond at $150,000. He was booked into the Hamilton County Justice Center shortly after 4...
Vehicle fire reported on Bilstein Boulevard in Hamilton
HAMILTON, Ohio — A vehicle fire has been reported on Bilstein Boulevard in Hamilton. No reports on extent of damage have been confirmed. Hamilton fire and police responders have been sent to the scene. For live traffic updates, click here. Click the video player above to watch morning headlines...
TRACTOR SUPPLY TO OPEN IN OXFORD
(Oxford, OH)--A large new retailer is setting up shop in Oxford. Tractor Supply – or, as it’s more commonly known – TSC, will construct a new building next to Walmart on U.S. 27 between Oxford and College Corner. The new TSC is not expected to open until sometime next year.
Investigators seek public help in West Elkton arson
Investigators with the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal (SFM) have ruled a fire in West Elkton (Preble County) as being caused by arson. Investigators with SFM’s Fire and Explosion Investigation Bureau are now seeking tips from the public to help identify those responsible. On July...
Victim in deadly Hartwell shooting is 19 years old, coroner’s sheet says
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Hamilton County Coroner’s Office and the Cincinnati Police Department have yet to identify the man shot and killed in Hartwell on Saturday, July 20. The coroner’s office was able to narrow down the victim’s age to 19 years old on Monday. Originally, it...
Lawyers allege man charged with murder of Uber driver acted in self-defense
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Court was back in session Monday in the case of the 81-year-old man caught on camera killing an Uber driver in April. The prosecution and defense were in court for a status update as William Brock, 81, prepares to go to trial for the death of Loletha Hall, 61. Brock has […]
West Milton family honors late daughter by opening Butterfly Room at local hospital
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- In the midst of their grief, one local family decided to help others who are experiencing the same thing. Dayton 24/7 Now's Lydia Bice sat down with Sarah and Rob Chaney who just unveiled the Butterfly Room at Miami Valley Hospital, created in their daughter Georgia's honor.
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