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Tornado levels Oklahoma town, killing at least 51

RNN Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:01:00 EDT

At least 51 have died in a storm the National Weather Service described as large and violent.

Manzarek, founding member of The Doors, dies at 74

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:45:00 EDT

By CHRIS TALBOTT and HILLEL ITALIE AP Entertainment Writers Ray Manzarek, a founding member of the 1960s rock group The Doors whose versatile and often haunting keyboards complemented Jim Morrison's...

Bruce homers to back Cueto in Reds' win over Mets

Mon, 20 May 2013 22:54:00 EDT

Jay Bruce hit a tiebreaking homer and drove in two runs to back Johnny Cueto's wild but effective return from the disabled list, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Mets 4-3 Monday night.

Councilman urges city to freeze credit cards

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:50:00 EDT

A Cincinnati councilman wants City Manager Milton Dohoney to freeze all 145 city credit cards in the midst of a $35 million budget deficit.

Employees pistol-whipped during Fresh Market robbery

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:39:00 EDT

Police are looking for the suspects who robbed the Fresh Market in Oakley.

Should Ohio drop the dual license plates?

Ben Katko — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:33:00 EDT

Two Ohio lawmakers want to make some changes to license plate requirements in the state, and it's all in an effort to save money.

2013 Crosstown Showdown Match-ups at UC

Joe Danneman — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:22:00 EDT

It's the 16th year of the Crosstown Showdown high school football event.

Guilty verdict in beating death of Ind. woman

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:06:00 EDT

A Dearborn County jury has convicted a man of beating an Indiana woman to death with a skillet and a pepper grinder.

EXCLUSIVE: Former IRS manager talks about scandal

Cory Stark — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:00:00 EDT

Bonnie Esrig worked for the IRS for 38 years, many of which were spent in the Cincinnati field office.

TIME LAPSE: Deadly tornado hits Oklahoma

Steve Horstmeyer — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:15:00 EDT

A massive tornado touched down to the southwest of Oklahoma City Monday afternoon.

Another suspect sentenced in deadly Fairfield home invasion

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:12:00 EDT

The man who pulled the trigger, killing a teen in a home invasion will spend the next 21 years behind bars.

Matthew 25 Ministries headed to Oklahoma

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:32:00 EDT

Matthew 25: Ministries is preparing shipments of relief supplies for residents of Oklahoma, following the destruction caused by Sunday evening's tornadoes and the additional devastating storms on Monday.

Cincy 'Jeopardy' champion's run ends

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:06:00 EDT

A three night Jeopardy champion was back in the hot seat Monday night.

Tea Party protest of IRS planned Wednesday in Cincinnati

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:36:00 EDT

The Cincinnati Tea Party announced that it will protest the IRS on Tuesday over the targeting of liberty groups regarding their tax status.

Former employee: IRS is 'understaffed, under-resourced'

Jennifer Grove — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:31:00 EDT

FOX19 spoke with IRS workers outside their Cincinnati offices on Monday. While employees were hesitant to discuss the IRS making headlines for targeting conservative groups, many were quick to chat about the first of five furloughs coming up on Friday.

New NKY distillery to be part of Bourbon Trail

Jessica Brown — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:24:00 EDT

A multi-million dollar bourbon distillery is in the works in Bellevue, Kentucky.

Senate Finance Comm demands Cincinnati IRS workers' names

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:44:00 EDT

Ahead of a Senate Finance Committee hearing on Tuesday, the top Democrat and Republican on the panel are demanding to know the names of all IRS workers in Cincinnati who were aware that conservative groups were getting extra scrutiny, FOX19 has learned.

Kentucky teen dies with dog lead on neck

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:40:00 EDT

Authorities say a Kentucky teenager known as a jokester was strangled by a dog lead he put around his neck while playing with friends at the start of summer vacation.

Questions linger in shooting of NY college student

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:25:00 EDT

As a grieving family prepared for the funeral of a Hofstra University junior killed by a police officer's bullet during a standoff with an armed intruder, some on Monday questioned whether police should have waited for...

Senators require fingerprinting at 30 airports

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Senate supporters of far-reaching immigration legislation accepted minor changes in public while negotiating over more sweeping alterations in private Monday as they drove toward expected Judiciary Committee approval by...

Deadly fall is 3rd recently in Ohio Hocking Hills

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:20:00 EDT

Officials say the second deadly fall in three days in the Hocking Hills region of southeastern Ohio occurred near a waterfall.

Kentucky regularly pays workers not to work

John Boel — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

At the height of a budget crisis and service cutbacks in state government, a WAVE 3 News investigation found the state regularly pays employees not to work.

Truck flips after hitting bus in downtown Cincinnati

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:00:00 EDT

A pick up truck flipped after grazing a Metro bus Monday afternoon in downtown Cincinnati.

Ex-NFL WR Johnson arrested on probation violation

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:35:00 EDT

Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada.

White House names Seelbach 'Champion of Change'

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:19:00 EDT

The White House has named Cincinnati City Council Member Chris Seelbach as the 2013 Harvey Milk "Champion of Change."

Three people hospitalized after powder is found in envelope

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:09:00 EDT

Police say that HAZMAT crews and the FBI were called to investigate the powder. The FBI has since left.

Man arrested after weeklong crime spree in Butler Co.

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:43:00 EDT

A Hamilton man has been arrested after a weeklong crime spree in Butler County.

More IRS officials called to testify

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:19:00 EDT

House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Darrell Issa, R-Calif., announced on Monday that the Committee will hold a hearing on political targeting at the Internal Revenue Service next Wednesday.

Police look for SUV involved in B&E at local pub

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:08:00 EDT

Police are looking for a vehicle that was allegedly involved in a breaking and entering offense at Linnie's Pub in Delhi Township.

Joey Votto is NL Player of the Week

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:33:00 EDT

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto has been named National League Player of the Week for the period ending May 19.

Thomas More College names new president

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:24:00 EDT

Thomas More College in Crestview Hills, Ky., has announced that David A. Armstrong will become the college's 14th president.

2 CRC pools open Saturday, early bird membership available

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:20:00 EDT

Take a dip in the pool on Saturday – specifically CRC's McKie and Pleasant Ridge Pools. These two new pools are ready for their grand openings just in time for the summer season.

Several people arrested after raid of Cincy motel

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:10:00 EDT

Several people have been arrested after a raid at a Sycamore Township motel.

Carney: Senior White House staff knew of IRS probe

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:59:00 EDT

The White House says White House Counsel Kathryn Ruemmler was first informed about an audit of the IRS' inappropriate targeting of conservative groups on April 24 and that she notified senior staff, including Denis...

Retired KY plumber wins $1M in Powerball

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:26:00 EDT

On Monday, the winners of a $1 million Powerball prize from the May 15th drawing and the two winners of $1 million prizes from the May 18th drawing claimed their jackpots.

Archie Comics' gay kiss a poke at real controversy

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:12:00 EDT

By MATT MOORE Associated Press It's just a quick kiss, but it's a long step forward for Archie Comics' only openly gay character Kevin Keller.

Two manufacturers expanding in Ohio

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:10:00 EDT

Two companies are planning on adding jobs.

Correction: Boston Marathon-Injured Officer story

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:04:00 EDT

In a story May 19 about a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority officer shot in a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects, The Associated Press incorrectly spelled the officer's last name. He is Officer...

Learn more about Baoku Moses

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:04:00 EDT

Learn more about this Cincinnati drummer who performed on the FOX19 Morning News on Monday.

Small Fla. city anxious to learn jackpot winner

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:34:00 EDT

It could be an anxious wait of up to two months for people in a small Florida city to find out who won the highest Powerball jackpot in history: an estimated $590.5 million.

Police: Man kicks in family's door, curls up on floor

Tom Plahutnik — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:16:00 EDT

There were some scary moments for an Isabella County family over the weekend after they were the victims of a home invasion.

KY gets millions to help former Comair employees

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:15:00 EDT

Officials said about 350 former Comair employees who were laid off in September 2012 will be assisted with the funds.

High court to weigh in on legislative prayers

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:07:00 EDT

The Supreme Court said Monday it will hear a new case on the intersection of religion and government in a dispute over prayers used to open public meetings.

Tornadoes hit 5 states; 2 dead

RNN Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:46:00 EDT

A tornado outbreak in the Midwest caused heavy damage to homes and businesses. Two deaths has been reported in Oklahoma.

Price Hill man reps Cincinnati in music video

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:38:00 EDT

If you love Cincinnati, you are going to enjoy this music video by Price Hill native Brandon Shields.

Man charged with attempted murder after Liberty Twp. shooting

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:30:00 EDT

The shooting happened Sunday afternoon at the Countryside Village Mobile Home park off of State Route 4 in Liberty, Ohio.

SPECIAL REPORT: Have you seen Molly?

Brittany Dionne — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:20:00 EDT

Have you seen "Molly?"She's popular, illegal, and very dangerous; although her name sounds innocent, she's far from it. You find her in clubs, music, and right here in the Chattahoochee Valley. We set out to find "Molly" and expose her for what she really is.

Neighbors pull pickup off of trapped man in Cornelius

Kai Porter — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:50:00 EDT

Sherry Lakey said her 32-year-old son, Scott, would probably be dead if it wasn't for a group of quick-thinking neighbors.

Tuesday: Lego Votto, the perfect pint & grilling tips

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:47:00 EDT

Here's a look at the fun you can expect on the FOX19 Morning News.

Yahoo agrees to buy Tumblr for $1.1B

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:45:00 EDT

Yahoo has agreed to buy the blogging site Tumblr for $1.1 billion in cash.

Missing Oregon girl found safe after 18 years

Kate Cagle — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:43:00 EDT

An Oregon girl abducted as a baby and missing for 18 years finally emerged in Dallas this week when her mother turned herself in to authorities, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Department.

Police round up two baby goats running in traffic

Andrew Padula — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:42:00 EDT

Two baby goats found running through traffic, were rounded up by Milwaukie police near the 5100 block of Southeast King Road. Police said the kids were running amok in traffic before they got to the area

Scientist train bomb-sniffing honey bees

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:37:00 EDT

Scientists have trained dogs, and even rats, to sniff out explosives like landmines.

FL teen arrested, expelled for alleged same-sex relationship

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:24:00 EDT

A Florida teen is expelled and arrested after having a same sex relationship with another student.

9-year-old crashes car after dad allows her to drive

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:23:00 EDT

A 23-year-old father is charged after allowing his 9-year-old daughter to drive.

Get a $.31 iced coffee from Dunkin' Donuts on Tues

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 10:09:00 EDT

On May 21, guests can visit participating Dunkin' Donuts restaurants in the Cincinnati area to receive a $.31 small cup of Dunkin' Donuts' freshly-brewed iced coffee.

Man arrested after E. Walnut Hills stabbing

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:33:00 EDT

Police say Larry Glenn, 37, attempted to stab a man at his home on Hackberry Street after a verbal altercation between the victim, Glenn and his landlord.

CPD: Robbery suspect held victim at gunpoint

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:21:00 EDT

The arrest report shows Bradley had a stun baton and zip ties.

Soldier surprised with wife 150 pounds lighter

Frances Weller — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:21:00 EDT

A soldier from Wilmington returns from Afghanistan to a big surprise: a new wife, a new house and a different child.

10 Things to Know for Today

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:44:00 EDT

By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:

Colerain Twp. man accused of raping 12-year-old girl

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:56:00 EDT

The police report also states the victim is pregnant and the act happened at least four times between 5-18-2011 and 1-1-2013.

Covington resident selling clovers on Craigslist

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:48:00 EDT

A Covington resident is selling two four leaf clovers, according to a post on Craigslist Sunday afternoon

Waitress gets $446 tip for 'just doing her job'

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:04:00 EDT

An Indianapolis Steak & Shake restaurant waitress got a $446 tip from one of her regulars.

Your Week in History: Atlantic crossings and aiming for the moon

Brian Tynes — Mon, 20 May 2013 07:00:00 EDT

Here are some of the events of note that happened between May 20-26.

Tracey finds Nigeria in Cincy to keep her daughter's roots in tact

Tracey Johnson — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:51:00 EDT

Tracey says that she knew it would be a trip of a lifetime for her family but she never imagined that their first trip to west Africa would not be the last.

Temps. to top out in the 90s on Monday

Katy Morgan — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:16:00 EDT

The big storms in Oklahoma and Kansas will not be as strong here once they march our way; look for those Tuesday and Wednesday.

Police identify victim in fatal South Fairmount shooting

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:13:00 EDT

Authorities were notified of a shooting in the 1700 block of Queen City Avenue around 9 p.m. on Sunday evening. The victim was transported to the hospital where he died.

Nearly 16,000 see Dalai Lama in person in Louisville

Matt McCutcheon — Mon, 20 May 2013 05:43:00 EDT

The Dalai Lama's message focused on compassion toward each other and the environment.

Click it or TIcket two week blitz begins today

Scott Schneider — Mon, 20 May 2013 05:11:00 EDT

Beginning today and running through June 2nd, law enforcement agencies nationwide will be on the lookout for drivers and passengers not wearing a safety belt. The nationwide ‘Click It or Ticket' campaign

Overnight SWAT call-out in Sadamsville ends in arrest

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:58:00 EDT

A standoff in Sedamsville is over. A man with a knife holed himself up in a home on Delhi Avenue overnight threatening to kill himself. SWAT went in about an hour later and took the man into custody.

27-year-old becomes first Saudi woman to climb Mt. Everest

Mon, 20 May 2013 03:16:00 EDT

A 27-year-old graphic designer has made history by becoming the first Saudi woman to conquer Mount Everest.

Brady Bunch stars return to Kings Island

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 00:08:00 EDT

To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of an episode of 'The Brady Bunch' that was filmed at Kings Island, stars from the show returned to the park on Sunday.

Middletown volunteers give back to deserving single mother

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:54:00 EDT

Dozens of volunteers in Middletown are giving back to a deserving single mother in need of a break.

SKorea analyzing NKorea's 4 projectile launches

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:24:00 EDT

South Korea is analyzing whether projectiles North Korea fired into its eastern waters over the weekend are short-range missiles or a new type of artillery the country may be developing, officials said Monday.

CincItalia hosts mustache contest

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:34:00 EDT

In gift shops, party supply stores and the like, it seems the nation has been swept with mustache madness. Drawing on the pop culture phenomenon, organizers of this year's CincItalia have tapped Cincinnati's most recognized mustachioed fellow to help judge the first ever CincItalia Mustache Contest: Mr. Redlegs.

Cleanup and investigation continues after train derailment

Matt Campbell — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.

Columbia’s “it girl” in the 1860’s as notorious as today’s celebrities

Renee Standera — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:50:00 EDT

A century and a half before social media and reality television made celebrities out of nobodies, Columbia had its own "it girl" whose notoriety could make the Kardashians, Hiltons and Real Housewives jealous.

Warren Co. couple found dead in bed

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

Warren County authorities are investigating two bodies found in a home on Sunday. Officials were called to a residence in the 3900 block of Riley Avenue in South Lebanon around 10 a.m. Sunday morning.

Reds fall following 2 homers off Chapman in 9th

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:05:00 EDT

Freddy Galvis and Erik Kratz each homered off closer Aroldis Chapman in the bottom of the ninth innings Sunday, rallying the Philadelphia Phillies past the Cincinnati Reds for a stunning 3-2 victory.

Police chase ends with crash into cruiser

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:51:00 EDT

A 43-year-old woman is in custody after leading troopers on a 23-mile pursuit and crashing into a police cruiser in Warren County.

Small Fla. city wonders who won Powerball jackpot

Sun, 19 May 2013 15:34:00 EDT

Some lucky person walked into a Publix supermarket in suburban Florida over the past few days and bought a ticket now worth an estimated $590.5 million - the highest Powerball jackpot in history.

Adoption event held at Cincinnati Zoo

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 15:23:00 EDT

The Cincinnati Zoo and Petco are teaming up for the Whiskers and Wags a Adoption Event to bring awareness to local animals in need.

Law enforcement agencies gather for Expo

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:27:00 EDT

The Springdale Police Department and the Tri-County Mall are hosting the 22nd Annual Law Enforcement Expo this weekend.

Florence Fire Dept. battles house fire

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

A home in Boone County is damaged after an overnight fire. Firefighters were called to a two-story home around 8:45 p.m. on Saturday night in Florence.

Dribble 4 Toledo – simple concept, simple name, big goal

Lisa Stromme Warren — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:46:00 EDT

Based on Toledo's 2012 census, the poverty rate here is 18 percent, well above the national average. That's why four college friends, all soccer players from the Midwest, are taking matters into their own... feet.

Man indicted for stalking, bringing gun to Flying Pig

Kelly Taylor — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:41:00 EDT

A Hamilton County man is indicted on charges of stalking the Flying Pig Marathon's Executive Director, and then bringing a concealed handgun to the race.

Ky teen dies after choking on dog lead

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:04:00 EDT

A coroner says a central Kentucky teenager died after falling and catching a dog lead he was wearing and choking to death.

Single mom sets example for son by earning GED

Mitch Goulding — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:59:00 EDT

Rebecca Benson will finally get to walk the stage Thursday night, graduating with her GED. The 34-year-old single mom was able to do that through the Literacy Council of Tyler, which helped her study for that test for free.

Facebook message leads to murder for hire plot

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:11:00 EDT

Officers say a Facebook message led to the arrest of a Warren County woman in a murder for hire plot.

Couple charged for having sex in public

Mon, 6 May 2013 13:29:00 EDT

A man charged with public indecency is expected to appear in court.