🚨 Overdose Scare on Russ Street Ends in Arrest
A late-night overdose call turned into a bust when Portsmouth Police and EMS rushed to a Russ Street home around ...
Read moreDetailsA late-night overdose call turned into a bust when Portsmouth Police and EMS rushed to a Russ Street home around ...
Read moreDetailsIt started as just another case file. But what prosecutors say happened between May 15 and November 6, 2023 is ...
Read moreDetailsLucasville deputies were called out over the weekend after a disturbing report of threats to torch a home and camper. ...
Read moreDetailsIt started with what seemed like a disgruntled customer. According to the victim and store manager, the man came in ...
Read moreDetailsWanda Lou Payton, 80, of Minford, died peacefully Thursday, August 14, 2025 at SOMC Hospice, amongst generations of loved ones. ...
Read moreDetailsA bold morning escape, whispers of stolen four-wheelers, and a woods-walking reunion that left staff rattled. You’d think after the ...
Read moreDetailsTwo unrelated domestic violence calls ended with women in handcuffs — and both walking out of court with temporary protection ...
Read moreDetailsMarjorie K. Bloomfield, 96, of Portsmouth, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, August 14, 2025, surrounded by her ...
Read moreDetailsRoaches, unsafe living conditions, and a system stretched to its breaking point Sometimes heroes wear shorts and drive delivery trucks. ...
Read moreDetailsIt had all the makings of a late-night crime chase — stolen car, possible drunk driving, assault, and even a ...
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