Three men arrested in connection with death of Ohio man
AKRON — Members of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) have arrested three men wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of Jamar E. Franklin, 29.Khairi Moorer, 23, Derek Edwards, 19, and Robert Davis, 19, were apprehended following a week-long investigation. All three face charges of aggravated murder.The incident began on November 7, when...
Ohio high school student dead following vehicle crash
COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP — A 17-year-old boy from Strongsville has died following a crash late Sunday night on Columbia West River Road near Sprague Road.According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), the incident occurred around 11:04 p.m. when the teen’s 2011 Ford Fusion veered left of center while navigating a curve.The vehicle then went off the right side...
Ohio preparing for first snowfall of the season
OHIO — Central Ohio residents should prepare for a significant shift in weather conditions this week, as a developing storm system brings rain and the first taste of winter.Rain is expected to begin during Tuesday's morning commute, with mild temperatures continuing into Wednesday.However, a drastic change will follow Wednesday night as colder air moves into the region.By early...
Investigation underway after two people found dead in Ohio home
EAST ROCHESTER — Authorities in Columbiana County are investigating the deaths of two people found in a home late Monday afternoon.Deputies were called to a residence in the 24000 block of Ridge Road, just outside Minerva, around 4:30 p.m. for a welfare check.Shortly after, a second call came in reporting that a teenager had discovered his parents dead...
Woman, 19, dead following Ohio shooting
COLUMBUS — A 19-year-old woman died from gunshot wounds after driving herself to a Columbus hospital Monday night.Columbus police received a report of a shooting in the 200 block of Highview Landing, near the Seton South Apartments, around 8:50 p.m.Officers later found the victim, Taarah Griffin-Carmichael, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She had driven herself there after sustaining multiple...
$500,000 lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
MILFORD — A lucky lottery player in Milford has struck gold, winning $500,000 after playing the Ohio Lottery’s Gem 10s scratch-off game.The winning ticket was purchased at Meijer Inc #157, located at 1082 State Route 28 in Milford.After mandatory state and federal taxes, totaling 28%, the winner will take home approximately $360,000.Gem 10s is a $10 scratch-off game with a top prize...
Ohio man sentenced for distributing drugs in other states
AKRON — Two men have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a methamphetamine distribution operation in Marshall County, officials announced.David Adam Stewart, 42, of Glen Easton, West Virginia, received an 87-month sentence for distributing methamphetamine.Michael J. Lloyd, Jr., 22, of Akron, Ohio, was sentenced to 78 months for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.According to...
Suspect dead, officer injured in Ohio standoff shooting
JACKSON TOWNSHIP — A suspect is dead, and a Canton Regional SWAT officer was wounded during a standoff Monday at a Jackson Township hotel, according to authorities.The incident began around 11 a.m. when U.S. Marshals with the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF) attempted to arrest a fugitive wanted in West Virginia for a federal weapons violation.The...
Potential locations for Buc-ee’s expansion in Ohio
OHIO — While Ohio eagerly anticipates the arrival of its first Buc-ee’s near Dayton, speculation continues about where the popular travel center could expand next.With its reputation for large-scale stores and an expansive selection of food, fuel, and merchandise, Buc-ee’s locations typically thrive in areas with high traffic and significant tourist activity.One logical site is along the I-71...
Boyfriend of celebrity Skai Jackson arrested in Ohio
CINCINNATI — Skai Jackson’s boyfriend, Deondre Burgin, was arrested Wednesday afternoon in Cincinnati after attempting to flee from police, according to TMZ.Authorities say Burgin was wanted on a juvenile parole violation warrant.When officers approached him, Burgin allegedly ran but fell shortly after, sustaining a minor cut on his cheek.Video footage obtained by TMZ shows officers wrestling Burgin to...
