Raccoon found in driver's seat with meth pipe in its mouth during Ohio traffic stop

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WCHS) — Police in Ohio reported navigating a wild traffic stop Wednesday in which a racoon was spotted in the driver’s seat with a meth pipe in its mouth. Following the stop, 55-year-old Victoria Vidal, of Akron was charged with …

Man pleads guilty to federal gun crime following pursuit that crossed Ohio-W.Va. line

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A convicted felon from Georgia faces more than a decade of prison time after law enforcement were led on a pursuit across the Ohio-West Virginia state line and loaded weapons were found in his vehicle, federal prosecutors said. …

Issue 2, Ohio’s bond program funding local infrastructure projects, cruises to an early win

By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau Posted on: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 < < Back to COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — In an election with turnout under 10% in some areas, the lone statewide issue on Ohio’s May primary ballot passed easily. …

2025 Ohio Primary: Voters to decide on several levies, Issue 2

WVDOT Announces Road Closures for Tree and Pipe Work in Mid-Ohio Valley

The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) has issued a public notice regarding temporary road closures and lane restrictions in the Mid-Ohio Valley. These closures are necessary for ongoing maintenance work and will affect areas in both …

Highway 60 lane restrictions on their way for I-69 Ohio River Crossing

HENDERSON, Ky. (WFIE) - More traffic changes ahead as part of the Ohio River Crossing construction work. Officials say a long-term lane restriction will start later this week on Highway 60 in Henderson. That’s where work is happening on a new interchange …

Chaos at hearing for Ohio father accused of fatally striking deputy with car after son killed by police

An Ohio father who fatally struck a deputy with his car after his son was shot and killed by police was denied bond during a chaotic hearing on Tuesday. A judge ordered Rodney L. Hinton to be remanded with no bond in connection with the death of Hamilton …

Ohio State's Diebler addresses Buckeyes fans in online video

Shopper hits jackpot with $100K Ohio Lottery win

A trip to a local Acme Fresh Market turned into a six-figure payday for one lucky Ohio man after he won $100,000 playing the Ohio Lottery’s $2,000,000 Cashword scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased at Acme Fresh Market #16, located at 3200 …

Election Results: 2025 Ohio Primary Election

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) - The 2025 primary election for Ohio was held on Tuesday. Polls opened at 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday and closed at 7:30 p.m. Statewide, people are voting on Ohio Issue 2, which would allow the state to issue up to $2.5 billion in …