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, ...
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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...
Donuts in the Yard? Shared Property Dispute Turns Into Civil Nightmare in West Portsmouth
WEST PORTSMOUTH, OH — A West Portsmouth woman called 911 after claiming a man was repeatedly tearing up her yard...
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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 during a traffic stop in Portsmouth. Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman said detectives conducting a follow-up investigation spotted a woman...
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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...
“Fraud Department” Scam Drains Thousands While Another Victim Finds Insurance Policy Opened in His Name
One victim lost thousands buying gift cards for a fake computer technician. Another discovered someone had allegedly opened insurance-related accounts...
Deputies Called After Surprise Tenants Found in Vacant Minford House
MINFORD, OH — What was supposed to be a simple property cleanup in Minford turned into a much more complicated...
CALL ABOUT “VICIOUS DOGS” SENDS POLICE SEARCHING THROUGH THOMAS AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD
Portsmouth police spent part of the afternoon searching for two loose dogs after callers feared they might attack someone. Just...
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DOG FOUND ROAMING AFTER OWNER ALLEGEDLY MOVED AWAY AND LEFT PETS BEHIND
Portsmouth police and animal control responded to Valley Street after neighbors reported animals may have been abandoned inside a home after the resident moved out. According to the caller, the neighbor had left but allegedly locked animals inside the residence....
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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...
DOG FOUND ROAMING AFTER OWNER ALLEGEDLY MOVED AWAY AND LEFT PETS BEHIND
Portsmouth police and animal control responded to Valley Street after neighbors reported animals may have been abandoned inside a home...
Google Agrees to Cover $4 Million Local Share for Major Green Township Bridge Project
Google has agreed to cover a $4 million local funding match tied to a major transportation project in Green Township...
Busted! 05/28/26 New Arrests in Portsmouth, Ohio – Scioto County Mugshots
The Scioto County Jail is currently housing 160 inmates. An arrest is not a conviction. All parties are presumed innocent...
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