Ohio

Ohio Man Sentenced to a Decade in Prison for Threatening Legal Officials in Road-Rage Case

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PORT CLINTON, Ohio — A 49-year-old man from Bellevue was sentenced to a decade in prison for making threats against those involved in his legal case stemming from a road rage incident. Eric Braun was found guilty of multiple charges, including intimidating witnesses and aggravated menacing, following a jury trial in June. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office reported that Braun’s conviction stemmed from his behavior during the criminal proceedings connected to an earlier incident in February 2023, where he faced charges for unlawfully handling firearms in a vehicle and aggravated menacing. Authorities noted that during … Read more

Ohio Man Turns Himself In After Allegedly Hurting Girl with Green Sex Toy at WNBA Game Amid Nationwide Controversy

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A Dayton, Ohio, man surrendered to law enforcement on Wednesday following an incident at a New York Liberty basketball game, where he is accused of throwing a green sex toy that struck a 12-year-old girl. Charles Burgess, 32, faces ten criminal charges, including felony assault with a weapon, obscenity, and interference with a sporting event. Burgess, who owns an auto body shop and has six children, was arraigned shortly after his arrest. His attorney indicated that prosecutors are investigating a wider trend involving similar incidents at women’s basketball games. Reports suggest a marketing initiative linked … Read more

Breaking Ground for Clean Water: Judge Directs Chemours to Slash Pollution Levels for Ohio River Health

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Charleston, W.Va. — A recent ruling by a state judge has mandated that Chemours Co. must take immediate action to reduce pollution emissions. This decision marks a significant turning point for public health advocates and residents along the Ohio River, who have long raised concerns about environmental safety. The ruling addresses the company’s discharge of chemicals that have sparked worries over public health, particularly regarding water quality in the region. The Ohio River has been a vital waterway for communities, and the court’s decision is seen as a critical win for those advocating for cleaner … Read more

Central Ohio Resident Warns Others After Narrow Escape from Jury Duty Impersonation Scam

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A sophisticated jury duty scam is targeting residents in central Ohio, with scammers impersonating officials from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Recently, local resident Erika Karl nearly fell victim to this elaborate scheme, sharing her unsettling experience. On Thursday afternoon, Karl received several calls from a blocked number. When she answered, an automated message emerged, stating that the call was being monitored and recorded. The man on the line claimed to be a sheriff’s deputy notifying her of missed jury duty, asserting that she was now in contempt of court. Karl expressed … Read more