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Southeast Ohio law enforcement officers face a ‘revolving door’ mental health crisis

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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Law enforcement officers in southeast Ohio are on the frontlines of a “revolving door” mental health crisis that they feel ill-equipped to handle. Meanwhile, mental health… Read More

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A bill that would increase certain gun penalties draws opposition from law enforcement

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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) —A bill that would impose stiffer penalties for gun violence has nevertheless drawn stiff opposition from law enforcement. What troubles law enforcement is another provision in the… Read More