$500,000 lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — A Lima man, identified only as Tony, is $500,000 richer after winning big in the Ohio Lottery’s Psychedelic Payoutscratch-off game.After state and federal taxes of 28 percent, Tony will take home approximately $360,000 in winnings.The lucky ticket was purchased at AP Truck Stop, located at 1250 Breese St in Lima.Psychedelic Payout is a $10 scratch-off game with a...
Man arrested after child falls out of car during pursuit in Ohio
OHIO — A police pursuit in Bryan, Ohio, involving Zachary Chervenka, 32, of Butler, Indiana, took a shocking turn Sunday night when an infant fell from the moving vehicle.The Bryan Police Department reported that Chervenka, who was wanted on an active arrest warrant, was spotted at a local store.When officers confronted him around 9:30 p.m., he fled in...
One person arrested following high speed chase in Ohio
OHIO — A police pursuit through Boardman on Monday night resulted in the arrest of Robin Posey Jr., following a coordinated effort among multiple law enforcement agencies.The chase began around 7:30 p.m. when a Boardman police officer, stopped at a traffic light at Market Street and Shields Road, noticed a vehicle with expired registration.Upon further investigation, the officer...
Eight people dead in Ohio vehicle crashes over Thanksgiving weekend
OHIO — The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSP) reported eight fatalities in seven crashes during the five-day Thanksgiving reporting period from Wednesday, Nov. 27, to Sunday, Dec. 1.According to OSP, three of the individuals killed were not wearing safety belts, and one crash involved impaired driving.Despite the tragic losses, officials noted that this year marked the lowest number...
Ohio sees several feet of snow in multiple areas
OHIO — Several dozen schools across Ohio's snowbelt were closed Tuesday after relentless lake-effect snow brought substantial accumulations to the region.As of late Monday, snowfall totals reached near-record levels in some areas, with Saybrook topping the charts at 56.7 inches, Geneva accumulating 47 inches, and North Madison measuring 43.5 inches.Edgewood recorded 39.5 inches, while Ashtabula and Monroe Center...
Ohio school closures announced for Tuesday due to snow
OHIO — Numerous schools and organizations across Ohio have announced closures and schedule changes for tomorrow. Below is the latest list of affected institutions:Ashtabula CountyAshtabula Area City Schools: Closed TomorrowBuckeye Local Schools: ClosedBuilding Bridges and Happy Hearts: ClosedChristian Faith Academy: ClosedConneaut Area City Schools: Closed TomorrowGeneva Area City Schools: Closed TomorrowJefferson Area Local Schools: Closed TomorrowSaint John School: ClosedAshtabula...
Check Your Tickets: $19 million Classic Lotto winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — A lucky Ohio Lottery player has claimed a life-changing prize after hitting the $19,421,370 jackpot in the Classic Lotto drawing held on Wednesday, November 27.The winning numbers were 1, 5, 15, 34, 37, and 40. The winner matched all six numbers, securing the multi-million-dollar prize.The winning ticket was purchased at Winners Corner, located at 2036 Baltimore-Reynoldsburg...
$1 million lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Wapakoneta is celebrating after winning the $1 million top prize on the $1,000,000 Cashword scratch-off ticket.The winning ticket was purchased at Wapak Marathon, located at 1003 Defiance Street in Wapakoneta.The winner chose the cash option of $500,000 instead of the annuity prize of $40,000 annually for 25 years.After mandatory state...
One dead, another injured after vehicle goes left of center on Ohio roadway
OHIO — A man was killed and another person injured in a multi-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon on Cleveland Avenue near Minerva Park, according to the Columbus Division of Police.The crash occurred shortly before 4:40 p.m. when the driver of a 2008 Buick Lacrosse crossed into the southbound lanes of Cleveland Avenue, striking a 2011 Mercedes-Benz and a 2015 Nissan...
Crash backs up traffic on I-75 in Ohio
OHIO — All northbound lanes on I-75 near State Route 795 have reopened following a crash Monday morning, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT).The crash occurred around 7:45 a.m., initially forcing the closure of all northbound lanes.Traffic cameras showed significant backups and delays in the area as crews worked to clear the scene.Details about the number...
