Ohio man indicted 25 years after Charles Ballard found shot and burned in home

Brian Swanson Charged with 2000 Murder of Charles Ballard **Columbus, OH -** Brian Swanson, 48, has been indicted for the murder of Charles "Chico" Ballard, which occurred 25 years ago. On February…

Ohio teacher busted for paying student $250 down payment in alleged murder-for-hire plot against husband

COLUMBUS, OHIO — A substitute teacher in Ohio is facing serious criminal charges after allegedly attempting to recruit a high school student to kill her husband during a contentious divorce, authorities said.…

Cop’s Statement Could Jeopardize Investigation Into Mutilation Murder of Young Ohio Girl

TOLEDO – The brutal murder of 13-year-old Kei’Mani Latigue has left this Ohio community reeling, but a police officer’s public statements may have complicated the investigation into her death. Kei’Mani was last…

$5 ticket delivers massive lottery payout in Ohio

COLUMBUS, OH — An Ohio Lottery player is celebrating a $150,000 top prize win after purchasing a lucky $150,000 Blast scratch-off ticket in Columbus. The winning $5 ticket was sold at Lockbourne…

Blaze forces mandatory evacuation in Polk County’s Piney Gate area

COLUMBUS, N.C. — A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents in the Piney Gate area of Polk County due to the rapidly growing Deepwood Fire, local emergency management officials confirmed. Polk…

Seferino Lopez-Bautista arrested after stabbing roommate outside home

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A 23-year-old man was arrested and charged with felonious assault after allegedly stabbing his roommate outside their residence early Saturday morning, police said. Officers responded to Grant Hospital around…

Ohio man sentenced for brutal murder, forcing child to help hide body

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A 22-year-old man has been sentenced to prison for what an Ohio judge described as “one of the most horrific murders” ever seen in court. Prosecutors said the man…

Suspect in February Shooting Charged with Murder

Columbus Incident Leads to Murder Charge **Columbus, OH** - On February 1, Columbus Police officers responded to a reported fight on the 1900 block of E. Main St. At approximately 7:05 p.m.,…

Delaware Corporation Pleads Guilty to OSHA Violation in Worker’s Death

Delaware Corporation Pleads Guilty to OSHA Violation in Worker's Death **Columbus, OH** - A Delaware corporation with operations in Ohio has admitted guilt in a federal court located in the Southern District…

48 indicted in New Jersey cockfighting ring bust

MAYS LANDING, N.J. – A grand jury in Atlantic County indicted 48 individuals Wednesday in connection with an illegal cockfighting operation, authorities said. An investigation led by Det. Mark Kienzle of the…

Ecuadorian suspect wanted for murder arrested in Ohio by ICE, U.S. Marshals

COLUMBUS, Ohio — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the U.S. Marshals Service arrested Luis Naula-Candelario, an Ecuadorian national wanted for murder in his home country, in Pickerington, Ohio, on Feb.…

Parsons Express sells $100K-winning Buckeye Cash ticket

COLUMBUS, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player won the $100,000 top prize on the Buckeye Cash scratch-off after purchasing his ticket in Columbus. The winner, identified as Jackie, bought the ticket…

Ohio Democrats Propose Bill to Criminalize Ejaculation Without Intent to Impregnate

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two Ohio lawmakers have introduced a controversial bill that would fine men up to $10,000 per ejaculation if it is not intended for conception, in an effort to highlight…

Teen Girl Molested on New York City Subway Train

Police are investigating an assault that occurred on the subway at the 59th Street-Columbus Circle station on Tuesday morning. According to reports, at around 7:55 AM, a 15-year-old female was exiting a…

Endangered Boys Missing in Ohio

COLUMBUS, OH — Jordan Hicks, 10, and Malachi Hicks, 12, were last seen Thursday near the area of Sterling Avenue and East 6th Avenue, prompting a citywide search for their whereabouts. Jordan…

Morning commute slowed by heavy traffic, police activity, and construction across New Jersey

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey commuters are facing significant delays this morning due to a combination of police activity, heavy traffic volume, and ongoing construction projects across the state. On I-295 in…

RWJBarnabas Health wants your blood amid winter shortage

WEST ORANGE, N.J. — RWJBarnabas Health is urging the public to donate blood and platelets during its annual Winter Blood Drive Appeal as supplies reach critically low levels. The healthcare network is…

New Jersey Roads Messy, Backed Up for Tuesday Morning Commute

New Jersey Tuesday Morning Traffic Report: Commute Chaos Edition Good morning, New Jersey! If you’re on the roads today, let’s just say you’re going to need a little extra patience—and maybe an…

Ohio man sentenced to life in prison for triple murder and dismemberment in drug deal robbery gone wrong

COLUMBUS, OH — Larry J. “J Streets” Williams Jr., 43, was sentenced to life in federal prison after being convicted on 16 counts related to a violent drug conspiracy that left three…

Police search for two men wanted in parking lot assault at Manassas restaurant

MANASSAS, VA — Authorities are seeking two suspects in connection with a violent assault that occurred early Thursday morning outside Columbus Grill on Centreville Road in Manassas. Officers responded to the incident…

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