Year: 2024

Ohio Dems say Issue 1 “empowers” Black voters

COLUMBUS — At a press conference on Tuesday, members of the Ohio Legislative Black Caucus (OLBC) and other Black leaders from across Ohio made a case for voting “YES” on Issue 1, emphasizing that the citizen-led initiative would empower Black…

Man arrested after stabbing Ohio elementary school principal

OHIO — The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a stabbing incident at South Point Elementary School, where Principal William Christian was attacked by a parent early Thursday afternoon. Around 1:41 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting that…

Ohio teen indicted as adult following baseball attack

MASON — A 16-year-old girl accused in a brutal roadside assault in Mason has been indicted as an adult. Zoe Matthews now faces charges of attempted murder and felonious assault for her alleged involvement in the August attack along Innovation…

Police searching Ohio River for missing man

BELLEVUE — Local authorities are intensifying their search for Mark Bertram, a Bellevue resident who has been missing since early Sunday morning. Police and emergency teams have been working along the Ohio River banks, hoping to locate Bertram, who was…

Future of Ohio Denny’s locations unknown, 150 stores to close

OHIO — Denny’s, the popular family dining chain known for its classic breakfast and comfort food, has announced plans to shutter 150 underperforming restaurants in an effort to adapt to changing consumer habits and address declining sales. Representing about 10%…

Trick-or-Treat times announced across Northeast Ohio

OHIO — As Halloween approaches, communities across Northeast Ohio have announced trick-or-treat times, with most scheduled for the evening of Thursday, October 31. Some cities, however, will celebrate on different dates or include additional Halloween events. Here’s a quick guide…

Ohio’s most haunted places to visit this Halloween

OHIO — Ohio is home to numerous haunted locations, each with a unique and chilling history. From ghostly apparitions to mysterious sounds, these sites have intrigued locals and paranormal enthusiasts alike. Here’s a look at some of the most haunted…

New Ohio community center broken into before opening, police searching for suspects

AKRON — Authorities are searching for two suspects caught on surveillance footage breaking into the Ed Davis Community Center and stealing construction equipment before the new building’s scheduled opening. The Akron Police Department reported that the break-in occurred between late…

Victim identified in Saturday Ohio shooting

COLUMBUS — The Columbus Division of Police has identified the victim in a fatal shooting that took place in the University District on Saturday afternoon. The victim, 51-year-old Paul Allgood, was found suffering from a gunshot wound after police responded…

One dead following shooting at Ohio Kroger

COLUMBUS — One person is dead following a Saturday afternoon shooting near Kroger in the University District. Police responded to a report of gunfire at North High Street and Clark Place around 2:40 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found a victim…