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Ohio to use new technology to get more adoptable kids in forever homes
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — There are 16,000 kids in foster care in Ohio and around 3,100 who are awaiting adoption now. And Ohio will become the first state… Read More
16 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Nov. 30
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,289 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 16 new cases were reported Tuesday. The Ohio Department… Read More
Advocates push for changes to Ohio’s HIV-related laws, noting coronavirus has changed state policies
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — There are around 25,000 Ohioans living with HIV, and about a thousand people are newly diagnosed each year in Ohio. But advocates say Ohio’s HIV laws… Read More
Ohio Women’s Basketball rattles Florida A&M to get over .500
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio (3-2) tied a school record with 45 attempted three pointers Monday as it shot its way to a dominant 53-point victory, 98-45. “I thought the… Read More
Longtime Portsmouth attorney accused of human trafficking has died
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (AP) — A veteran attorney from Portsmouth who was charged last year with human trafficking involving six women — most, former clients — has died, according to published… Read More
32 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Nov. 27-29
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,273 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 32 new cases were reported for Saturday, Sunday and Monday…. Read More
Ohio holiday shoppers are expected to spend more on stuff this year than in 2020
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Ohioans are expected to spend more than $31 billion this holiday season, up 7.3% from last year. That forecast comes from researchers hired by… Read More
15 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Nov. 24
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,223 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 15 new cases were reported Wednesday. The Ohio Department… Read More
Ohio is heading into winter already in a COVID surge
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Ohio attorney general Dave Yost has announced he’s signing onto a lawsuit by more than a dozen states against a COVID vaccine requirement by… Read More
A jury in Ohio says America’s big pharmacy chains are liable for the opioid epidemic
CLEVELAND (NPR) — A federal jury on Tuesday found three of the nation’s biggest pharmacy chains, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart, liable for helping to fuel the U.S. opioid crisis. Jurors… Read More
The 95th death has been reported in Athens County, along with 14 new cases for Nov. 23
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 95 total deaths related to COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after one was added to the total Tuesday. The county… Read More
Bobcats dominate the paint, win rebound battle in victory over Mount St. Mary’s
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — After coming off a tough loss to Kentucky Friday, the Ohio Men’s Basketball team knew it had to work on one aspect of its game: rebounding…. Read More
Virtual reality brings ‘soft skills’ training to law enforcement in Appalachian Ohio
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (OVR) – On a chilly fall morning deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Department reported for annual training in Nelsonville, OH. Sitting among bullet proof vests and… Read More
23 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Nov. 21 and 22
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,194 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 23 new cases were reported for Sunday and Monday…. Read More
DeWine approves new Ohio Congressional map that gives GOP advantage in most districts
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — In a statement released Saturday, DeWine said “When compared to the other proposals offered from House and Senate caucuses, both Republican and Democrat, the map… Read More
Ohio Women’s Basketball dominates Mercyhurst in home opener
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio played at The Convo for the first time this season and welcomed back fans, the Marching 110 and even its mascot Rufus. Saturday marked the… Read More
Second half surge pushes Kentucky past Ohio
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WOUB) — After one half at Rupp Arena, the Ohio Bobcats were down just two and had led for long stretches of the first half against one of… Read More
More than half of Athens County has begun the COVID-19 vaccination process as of Nov. 20
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A little more than half of Athens County residents have started the COVID-19 vaccination process as of Saturday, according to the Ohio Department of Health. A… Read More
The 94th death has been reported in Athens County, along with 25 new cases for Nov. 19
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 94 total deaths related to COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after one was added to the total Friday. The county… Read More
Ohio House sends Congressional district map to DeWine
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — It’s now up to Gov. Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) whether to sign off on a new Congressional district map that gives Republicans an advantage in… Read More
Ohio’s top doctor says the Delta COVID variant has gotten a “second wind”
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The pandemic in Ohio is getting worse, just days before the Thanksgiving holidays. The Ohio Department of Health reported Thursday one in seven patients… Read More
26 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Nov. 18
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,129 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 26 new cases were reported Thursday. The Ohio Department… Read More
Ohio House okays lowering training requirements for armed teachers and school staff
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The Ohio House has passed a Republican-backed bill changing the law requiring more 700 hours of peace officer training or 20 years law enforcement… Read More
The Ohio House passes a bill that allows adults to carry concealed guns without permits
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Just after voting to allow teachers and school staff to be armed with only 20 hours of concealed carry and other training, the Ohio… Read More
13 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Nov. 17
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,103 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 13 new cases were reported Wednesday. The Ohio Department… Read More
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