One dead following shooting at Ohio senior living facility
OHIO — A shooting at the Windy Acres senior living facility late Friday morning resulted in one death and two injuries, according to the New London, Ohio Police Department.Sources say the suspect entered the facility, shot two individuals, and then turned the gun on himself.Emergency personnel and investigators remain on the scene as the investigation continues.Authorities have not...
Ohio’s Santa Train attracting national attention
OHIO — A beloved holiday tradition returns this year as the Hocking Valley Scenic Railroad launches its annual Santa Train rides.For over 40 years, families have flocked to the event, which has become a staple of festive celebrations in the region.The Santa Train kicks off on Saturday, Nov. 30, and will run each Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 22....
Man found with gunshot wound on I-270 in Ohio
OHIO — A man was critically injured in a shooting early Friday morning on State Route 161 near Interstate 270.According to the Blendon Township Police Department, officers responded to a call around 2:10 a.m. reporting a shooting on Route 161, west of Sunbury Road.When officers arrived, they found a car pulled over to the side of the road...
Earthquake confirmed in southern Ohio
OHIO — A small earthquake was reported early Thursday morning along the Kentucky/Ohio border, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed.The 2.4 magnitude tremor occurred shortly after midnight, about 4 miles southeast of Georgetown, Ohio, and 40 miles southeast of Cincinnati.The earthquake struck at a depth of about 5 miles, but its weak magnitude means it was unlikely...
Ohio man sentenced to 200 months in prison for narcotics distribution
CINCINNATI — A Butler County man was sentenced today to 200 months in federal prison for his role in a narcotics trafficking conspiracy involving at least 11 kilograms of drugs, including cocaine and fentanyl.Eric Jason Clark, 42, of Fairfield, was convicted in February 2024 following a bench trial in U.S. District Court.Senior U.S. District Judge Michael R. Barrett...
$1 million lottery ticket winner sold at Ohio gas station
COPLEY — A woman in Summit County is $360,000 richer after winning big on a $30 Ohio Lottery scratch-off ticket.The lucky ticket, purchased at Stoney Hills Station in Copley, was part of the Extreme Millions game, which has a top prize of $1 million.The winner opted for the lump-sum cash option of $500,000.After taxes, which amounted to...
Unapproved weight loss drugs seized in Ohio
OHIO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Cincinnati have intercepted several shipments of unapproved weight-loss medications in recent months, including drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Trulicity.These drugs were found to violate federal regulations and pose potential health risks.The most recent seizures occurred in October. On October 5, officers inspected a shipment labeled...
Bill providing higher Social Security payments for Ohians fails
OHIO — A bipartisan effort to increase Social Security benefits for millions of Americans has stalled after Republican lawmakers in the House blocked the bill.The proposed legislation, introduced by Rep. Garret Graves (R-LA) and Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), aimed to repeal two provisions that reduce benefits for certain retirees.The bill had initially garnered broad bipartisan support, with Graves...
Three indicted for attempted murder of Ohio police officers
CLEVELAND — A grand jury in Cuyahoga County has indicted three people accused of shooting at Cleveland police officers in a late October incident.The suspects – Ray Agosto, 39; Wayne Agosto, 32; and Dakota Greene, 25 – now face over 90 charges, including attempted murder, aggravated riot, and illegal firearm discharge.The incident occurred on Oct. 28 near Denison...
Furniture store to close all locations in Ohio
OHIO — American Freight, a furniture company with around a dozen stores in Northeast Ohio, will close all its locations following the bankruptcy filing of its parent company, Franchise Group.Court documents filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware indicate that all American Freight locations will permanently close.Franchise Group, which also owns Buddy’s Home Furnishings, Pet Supplies Plus,...
