Creeper Spotted in Kroger Parking Lot
Scioto County deputies rushed to Kroger after reports of a suspicious man allegedly trying to open vehicle doors in the ...
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“WHY DID YOU PULL ME OVER?” — DRIVER ACCUSES OFFICERS OF PROFILING DURING TRAFFIC STOP
A Portsmouth traffic stop turned argumentative after a driver questioned why officers pulled him over in the first place. Police...
Busted! 06/01/26 New Arrests in Portsmouth, Ohio – Scioto County Mugshots
The Scioto County Jail is currently housing 162 inmates. An arrest is not a conviction. All parties are presumed innocent...
Deputies Say Jail Inmate Tried Eating Fentanyl
What started as a routine jail intake quickly escalated into a fentanyl case after corrections officers say an inmate repeatedly...
Family Packs Up to Move Into “New Home” — Then Learns Facebook Rental Deal Was Fake
SOUTH WEBSTER, OH — Deputies responding to a suspicious vehicle complaint in South Webster uncovered something far worse than trespassing:...
Juvenile Facility Full, Teen Accused of Threats Released Back to Parents
SCIOTO COUNTY, OH — A disturbing incident involving an allegedly out-of-control teen ended with the juvenile being released back to...
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McDermott Man Busted For Child Rape
A McDermott man is being held without bond after a lengthy Scioto County Sheriff's Office investigation led to a grand jury indictment involving allegations that a child was sexually assaulted beginning at just 10 years old. Scioto County Sheriff David...
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How Limited Driving Privileges Work in Ohio DUI Cases
Limited driving privileges in Ohio are court-granted permissions that allow suspended drivers to drive for specific approved purposes during their...
SNAP Cuts Leave Ohio Families Hungry
SNAP cuts are leaving more Ohio families struggling to afford food as hunger rises, benefits tighten, and economic pressure keeps...
TRASH, SHOPPING CARTS, AND ABANDONED CARS: PORTSMOUTH CLEANUP CRACKDOWN UNDERWAY
Portsmouth police and city officials spent part of the week dealing with trash complaints, abandoned vehicles, and nuisance property issues...
Deputies Called to Cemetery After Family Reports Mental Health Crisis
RUSHTOWN, OH — A disturbing situation unfolded at a local cemetery after a family reported a relative appeared to be...
Pit Bulls Seized After Family Dog Killed in Lucasville Attack as Avery’s Law Raises Pressure
LUCASVILLE, OH — Another deadly dog attack in Scioto County is highlighting the growing tension surrounding Avery’s Law, dangerous dogs,...
Creepy Trespassing Call Leaves Wheelersburg Woman Shaken
A troubling trespassing complaint in Wheelersburg left a woman worried someone may have been watching her—or possibly trying to enter...
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Pit Bulls Seized After Family Dog Killed in Lucasville Attack as Avery’s Law Raises Pressure
LUCASVILLE, OH — Another deadly dog attack in Scioto County is highlighting the growing tension surrounding Avery’s Law, dangerous dogs, and the county’s ongoing animal control struggles. Scioto County Sheriff’s deputies were called to Lucasville after a distraught homeowner reported...
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SPEEDWAY CHAOS? FIGHTS, WINDOWS SMASHED, THEN ROBBERY REPORT MINUTES LATER
Portsmouth police dealt with a chaotic stretch of calls involving an intoxicated man, smashed windows, and a reported robbery near...
Arson Investigation: Woman Allegedly Sends Photos of Burning Couch to Ex
A house fire investigation took a disturbing turn after deputies say a woman allegedly photographed a burning couch and sent...
NEIGHBORS COMPLAIN ABOUT 13-YEAR-OLD WRONG-WAY DRIVER
A welfare check on Elmwood Drive turned into a separate complaint involving a young teen allegedly driving an SUV through...
Spill Prevention Tips for Chemical Storage
Protect your workplace with smart chemical storage habits that prevent spills, improve cleanup, and help your team react with confidence...
What To Know About Tread Patterns When Buying New Tires
When buying new tires, you can't overlook the importance of the tread pattern. Here, we break down what to know...
Lucasville Woman Tried to Swallow Crack During Portsmouth Arrest
A Lucasville woman is facing a long list of felony charges after deputies say she tried to swallow crack cocaine...
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