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Oregon mother sentenced to 5 to 7½ years in prison in newborn’s death

Shannon Wester pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and cocaine possession. Justin Soll is scheduled to be sentenced Nov. 4.

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Toledo Zoo Behind the Scenes Tour Giveaway!

Enter for your chance to win a Behind the Scenes Tour Experience at the Toledo Zoo!

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From Devils Lake to Hell: Ohio and Michigan place names fit for Halloween

A Lenawee County lake leads our tour of spooky-sounding places, with stops in Gore, Bad Axe and a real Ohio ghost town.

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Franklin County deputy suspended over Flock camera misuse

A Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputy has been suspended after an investigation revealed that he misused the county's Flock camera system.

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A woman enjoying a sunny day in Cincinnati, symbolizing hope and community support during menopause.

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There's new guidance on menopause symptoms like hot flashes. What women need to know

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over Cincinnati, I found myself sitting across from Mary, a vibrant 52-year-old woman whose laughter filled the room. Yet, beneath her cheerful demeanor lay a struggle that many women face: the unpredictable and often disruptive symptoms of...

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Residents evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky reach Ukraine after localized ceasefire

As dawn broke over the Ukrainian landscape, a group of weary yet hopeful individuals stood at the border, their faces a mix of relief and disbelief. Among them was Anna, a mother of three, clutching her children tightly as they took their first steps into safety. Just hours before, they had been...

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A family gathers around a table, excitedly checking Mega Millions lottery tickets.

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Winning Mega Millions numbers for the $463 million jackpot on Oct. 30, 2026: See all the prizes hit in Ohio

As the sun dipped below the horizon on a crisp autumn evening, the anticipation in the air was palpable. Families gathered around their kitchen tables, eyes glued to their phones and the television, hoping for a life-changing moment. For many in Cleveland, the stakes were high as the Mega Millions...

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Man shot in leg during fight at Dayton bar

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A man was shot in the leg at the Chris Band Box bar late Friday night. According to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, the incident happened at approximately 10:15 p.m. at 3001 East Third Street. The bar’s owner posted a video on social media. She said her barmaid’s...

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Aldi's advent calendars are back — and there are 26 of them

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Aldi releases its beloved advent calendars, including the Wine Advent Calendar first introduced in 2018, on Wednesday, Nov. 4.

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A somber view of Upper Arlington, reflecting on a community tragedy.

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Former Ohio State professor gets life sentence in wife's murder after alleged sextortion scheme

As the sun dipped below the horizon in Upper Arlington, a community once filled with promise and ambition faced a harrowing reality. Neighbors gathered in hushed tones, grappling with the shocking news that James Hill, a former professor at Ohio State University, was sentenced to life in prison for...

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2027 Lexus NX smells a little like luxury

The 2027 Lexus NX is bringing a whole new meaning to new car smell.

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$90 Medicare refund payments sent to millions of people: Didn’t receive yours? This could be why

Earlier this month, millions of Americans received a $90 deposit from Social Security. The payments, drawn from a $2.2 billion Medicare fund, began hitting accounts Oct. 8.

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Rock star with just 2-to-3 years to live gets married. Here’s what we know

Ginger Wildheart stunned the music world earlier this year when he announced that he had been diagnosed with cancer and had decided not to pursue treatment.

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