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Ohio man arrested for slamming child on floor, causing skull fracture

OHIO — A Piqua man is facing serious charges after reportedly slamming a 1-year-old girl on the floor, causing a skull fracture and other severe injuries. Michael Mayor, 34, was indicted last week on charges of felonious assault and endangering…

Ohio man sentenced for stabbing at convenience store

OHIO — A Troy man has been sentenced to prison for stabbing another man near a carry-out on Union Street earlier this year. Michael McBride Sr., 45, was sentenced to 14 months in prison and up to two years of…

Over 4,000 without power in Ohio

OHIO — Early Monday morning, more than 4,000 FirstEnergy customers in Ohio experienced power outages, with Lorain County being the hardest hit. By 7:30 a.m., the majority of the outages were concentrated in Elyria and Carlisle Township. However, power restoration…

Ohio’s Wright Patterson Air Force Base closes airspace due to drone sightings

OHIO — The drone sighting mystery over America has reached Ohio as one Air Force base in the state has closed its airspace. According to Air Traffic Control (ATC) audio, Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Fairborn closed the airspace…

Akron Police Department receiving multiple threats, according to mayor

AKRON — Mayor Shammas Malik confirmed that threats have been made against the Akron Police Department following the police shooting of 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker. The teen, who was armed, was shot and killed by police on Thanksgiving. In a statement,…

The chances of snow on Christmas in Ohio

OHIO — In Ohio, the likelihood of experiencing snowfall on Christmas Day (December 25) and New Year’s Day (December 31) varies across the state, influenced by regional climate patterns. Christmas Day Snowfall On Christmas Day, measurable snowfall is relatively uncommon…

One person sent to hospital following crash on Ohio interstate

OHIO — A driver was hospitalized with minor injuries following a single-vehicle crash on I-75 early Sunday morning. Emergency crews were dispatched to the southbound lanes of I-75 between Northwoods Boulevard and National Road around 3:50 a.m. after reports of…

Ice to create “hazardous” travel in Ohio through Sunday

OHIO — The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of northeast Ohio, including cities such as Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, Canton, and Mentor. The advisory is in effect until noon today. What to Expect: The Ohio…

Minimum wage set to increase statewide in Ohio

OHIO — Ohio’s minimum wage will rise on Jan. 1, 2025, increasing to $10.70 per hour for non-tipped workers and $5.35 per hour for tipped employees. The adjustment reflects a 2.4% increase in the Consumer Price Index for urban wage…

Three found dead inside Ohio home

OHIO — Three people were discovered dead Saturday afternoon in a home on the city’s south side, prompting a homicide investigation. Columbus Police received a call just before 4 p.m. from a woman reporting a medical emergency at a residence…