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Two Zanesville Men Arrested During Internet Sex Crimes Raid
Two men were arrested during an Internet sex crimes raid conducted by the Zanesville Police Department on Wednesday morning. Interim Chief Kenneth Miller tells the Zanesville Times Recorder that the… Read More
Ohio Suspect Who Acted As Own Attorney Pleads Guilty
An Ohio murder suspect who opened his trial acting as his own attorney has changed his mind and pleaded guilty. One day into his aggravated murder trial in Zanesville, Shaquille… Read More
Police Search For Athens Co. Woman Who Posted Dead Cat Picture
A picture of a dead cat is making the rounds on social media in southeast Ohio. The picture is causing such a stir that two police agencies are now investigating… Read More
Daughter Of Missing Woman Arrested
The daughter of a woman who went missing last week, has now been charged with her murder. The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office tells WSAZ.com that Jessica Woods has been arrested… Read More
Freedom Industries’ Change of Course
WSAZ reports that Freedom Industries revealed at a bankruptcy court hearing that they will eventually shut down as the investigation into the chemical spill continues. Attorney Mark Freedlander representing Freedom… Read More
Another MCHM Spill Reported In West Virginia
A small amount of MCHM has leaked at a chemical facility in Marmet, West Virginia. C.W. Sigman with Kanawha County Emergency Management told WSAZ that five to 10 gallons of… Read More
Heroin Found In Athens County Traffic Stop
A traffic stop yesterday in Athens County led to the seizure of over 24 grams of heroin. WTAP reports Deputy Matt May stopped a car on U.S. Route 33. The… Read More
Columbia Gas Of Ohio To Begin Major Pipeline Improvement Plan
Columbia Gas of Ohio will begin a major pipeline improvement project along Michigan Avenue and adjacent streets in Wellston. The company will replace more than 31,600 feet of natural gas… Read More
79-Year-Old Cambridge Man Died Of Cold Exposure
A 79-year-old Cambridge man died of cold exposure the morning of Feb. 11 after reportedly wandering out of an assisted living facility into subzero temperatures. The Zanesville Times Recorder reports… Read More
Police Find Marijuana Plants And Elaborate Indoor Growth System In Huntington Home
A tip to the Drug Task Force led police to a Huntington home where they found marijuana plants and an elaborate indoor grow system worth up to $118,000. The West… Read More
Ohio Supreme Court Justice O’Connor Has Appointed Three Judges To Consider Suspending Sheriff Kelly
Ohio Supreme Court Justice Maureen O'Connor has appointed the judges who will consider suspending Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly while criminal charges are pending against him. Avccording to the Columbus… Read More
OU’s Technology Depot and Bobcat Essentials Merging Into One Retail Store
Whether it's ID cards, laptops, or Bobcat gear, students will soon have a one-stop shop for all of their needs. The Technology Depot and Bobcat Essentials are merging into one… Read More
Women Busted For Drugs Get 20 Years – No Parole
Two women busted for more than $200,000 worth of illegal drugs during a traffic stop have been sentenced to 20 years in prison. Ashley Johnson, 24, and Khadeja Avery, 26,… Read More
Ohio Landowners Asked To Prepare For Potential Thaw
After a long winter season filled with frigid temperatures across the state, winter is starting to give way to a spring thaw. With that in mind, the Ohio Department of… Read More
Zanesville Shooter Placed On 2 Years of Community Control
Jamie Jarrett was placed on two years of community control and ordered to perform 100 hours of public service for transporting a man who fatally shot 61-year-old Charles Hooper inside… Read More
Hiram College Chosen To Participate In Peace Corps Prep Program
Hiram College is chosen among six other universities to participate in the Peace Corps Prep program beginning in fall 2014. Currently there are eight other schools offering it, including Ohio's… Read More
UPDATE: Not Guilty Pleas in Scioto County Child Abuse Case
UPDATE: Three people indicted in a child abuse case out of Wheelersburg, Ohio have pleaded not guilty to the charges against them, after being indicted on Tuesday. Juan Sanchez, 44,… Read More
Federal Hocking Schools Recognized For Clean Audit Report
A school district in Athens County is being recognized for its clean audit report. Ohio Auditor of State Dave Yost recognized the Federal Hocking Local School District with "The Auditor… Read More
Assistant Warden Removed from Dog Shelter Pending Euthanasia Investigation
The assistant warden of a dog shelter has for now been removed from his position pending an investigation. A rescue group called the Friends of Gallia County Animals has moved… Read More
Employees Taking Time Off Hampers Recycling Center
Staffing issues at the Athens-Hocking Recycling Center helped prompt the calling of a special meeting of the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District board for Wednesday. Roger Bail, director of operations and… Read More
One Dead In Meigs County Crash – Name Released
The Ohio Highway Patrol has released the name of a woman who died in a crash Friday morning in Meigs County. They say Michelle Hayes, 29, of Gallipolis, was driving… Read More
Man Pleads Guilty To Bank Robbery
A man charged with holding up a bank inside the Walmart in Gallipolis has pled guilty to the robbery. WSAZ reports Donald Crago, 38, pled guilty to robbing the Ohio… Read More
Ohio Health Officials Urging Boosters Shots For Whooping Cough
Ohio health officials are encouraging Ohioans to get up to date on booster shot vaccinations against whooping cough due to amid outbreaks around the state. The Ohio Department of Health… Read More
Parents Of Pregnant Autistic Girl Arrested
The parents of a pregnant 13-year-old girl with autism have been arrested by Putnam County, West Virginia Sheriff's Deputies. WSAZ reports Wendell and Geneva Rose have both been charged with… Read More
Village Seeking To Demolish Buildings To Prevent Arson
Dresden is seeking county funding to help eliminate properties determined to be at risk for arson. The Zanesville Times Recorder reports that the village, which has endured 14 suspicious fires… Read More
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