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Dragons Push Winning Streak to Five with 7-1 Win at Fort Wayne on Sunday
Win: Gabriel Aguilera (2-4); Loss: Braden Nett (3-2); Save: None. Dayton, Ohio—Dayton’s Cam Collier had five productive plate appearances while three Dragons pitchers combined to allow just one run in a 7-1 victory over the Fort Wayne TinCaps on Sunday afternoon. The win was the fifth straight for the Dragons, matching their season’s longest winning streak.
‘American Idol’ seeks Ohioans to audition
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — If you think you have what it takes to become the next “American Idol,” this could be your chance. For season 25, “American Idol” is currently conducting free virtual auditions with producers from individuals across the U.S. The show has assigned certain states to a specific audition date as people from […]
Countdown continues to college, high school football
DAYTON, OHIO & XENIA, OHIO (WKEF) - Only a handful of days remain until the season openers for both high school and college football!. The Dayton Flyers will be home for their opener on August 31 against Saint Francis. Head coach Trevor Andrews says it's normal for players to have varying emotions about the start of the season, but he is pleased with the status of the team as they reach the final stages of preseason camp.
Colleges, Universities start welcoming back students to campus
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- About 1,700 first-year students at the University of Dayton are moving in Friday, Aug. 16. The incoming class brings record-level high school GPA's and college entry exam scores. It also marks a record 22% of students eligible for the federal Pell Grant, which the school says marks its commitment to accessible, high-quality education.
Restraining order issued in legal fight over water services at Buc-ee’s
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Huber Heights Buc-ee’s is caught in the middle of a legal battle. A Judge granted Clark County’s request for a temporary restraining order against the city of Huber Heights. This comes after the county’s board of commissioners filed a lawsuit over a dispute related to water and sewer services in […]
1 dead after I-75 traffic backup leads to crash involving semi truck
SIDNEY, Ohio (WDTN) — A person has died after a crash involving a van and semi on I-75 Friday morning. According to dispatchers for the Ohio State Highway Patrol in Piqua, troopers were sent to the scene around 7:03 a.m. The crash occurred at mile marker 90 along southbound I-75, just north of the Fair […]
Firefighters tackle blaze at two-story home on Grafton Avenue
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Multiple different fire departments responded to a fire at a two-story home in the 400 block of Grafton Avenue on Saturday morning. Dayton Fire dispatch said a 911 call came in at 9:26 a.m. In a Facebook post, Dayton Fire said that there were reports of...
Three injured in shooting on Kammer and Whitmore Avenues in Dayton
12PM UPDATE:Dayton Police Sgt. Creigee S. Coleman spoke with Dayton 24/7 Now at the scene of an investigation in which three people were reportedly shot. "Crews were dispatched to this address on a report of a shooting. Upon arrival crews located three individuals who had received gunshot wounds. The Dayton Fire Department had arrived quickly on scene and provided care. Those individuals have been transported to a local hospital where they're receiving treatment. At this time their conditions is listened as unknown, so we do not know exactly what their condition is." said Sgt. Coleman.
Miamisburg stand off after police chase ends, police take suspect into custody
MIAMISBURG, Ohio (WKEF) -- After an hours long standoff with police in Miamisburg, a suspect is now in custody. According to Montgomery County Dispatch, the standoff ended just after 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug 16. Dayton 24/7 Now will continue to update this story on air and online. ---------- MIAMISBURG, Ohio...
Illini soccer team opens season with a shutout
CHAMPAIGN - Demirjian Park lit up on Thursday night as the Illinois women's soccer squad surged to a commanding 6-0 victory over Wright State in their 2024 season opener. The Orange & Blue showcased their depth with six different players finding the net, while a total of 11 contributed either primary or secondary assists. Midfielders Sarah Foley and Sarah Hiestand set the tone early with goals just minutes apart in the first half, propelling Illinois to a 2-0 halftime lead while outshooting their opponents 11-6. The Illini left no doubt on the field, dominating every facet of the game with...
3 hospitalized in Dayton shooting, multiple crews respond
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Officers are responding to a reported shooting in Dayton Saturday. Dayton police responded to a shots fired call in the area of Whitmore Avenue and Kammer Avenue around 10 a.m. According to Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, officers found at least three shooting victims, but it is currently unclear if additional people […]
AG: Ohio woman accused of $1.5 million Medicaid scheme arrested in Texas
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ohio — A woman accused of stealing $1.5 million from Ohio Medicaid has been arrested in Texas, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Friday. According to Yost, Janay Corbitt, a Dayton resident, was arrested Thursday evening at a bus station in Dallas. In May, Corbitt was indicted...
Miami Valley election boards feeling good about their number of poll workers
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Poll workers were in short supply during March’s primary elections in Ohio. With less than three months until the general election – including for president – the need for poll workers grows. Both Montgomery and Miami counties said they expect a large turnout, and poll workers will be essential to handle […]
Dayton native Macy Hudson reflects on being Miss USA finalist
Miss Ohio USA 2024 Macy Hudson is still basking in the glow of having placed fourth runner-up at the 73rd Miss USA pageant in Hollywood. The Dayton native and 2017 Stivers School for the Arts graduate impressed the judges at the Aug. 4 event right out of the gate. Having scored high enough in the preliminary rounds among the 51 contestants to qualify for the top 20, she ultimately advanced to the Top 5 displaying elegant magnetism and graceful poise in the swimwear and evening gown competitions.
UD student volunteers help with Zero Waste Move-In day
DAYTON, Ohio — If you’ve ever experienced a first college move-in day, it’s no secret that it can be a stressful few hours filled with goodbyes, new supplies, and boxes, boxes and more boxes. Student volunteers with the University of Dayton are working to help the first...
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