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Split-second choice ended with NY student dead

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:04:00 EDT

The Long Island college student was being held in a headlock by a masked intruder with a loaded gun to her head, police said. Then the gunman took aim at an officer.

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.

10 Things to Know for Today

Mon, 20 May 2013 06:05:00 EDT

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

Small Fla. city anxious to learn jackpot winner

Mon, 20 May 2013 05:55:00 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.

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.

Senate committee moves toward vote on immigration

Mon, 20 May 2013 04:39:00 EDT

The Senate Judiciary Committee is aiming this week to pass a landmark immigration bill to secure the border and offer citizenship to millions, setting up a high-stakes debate on the Senate floor.

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.

Tornadoes touch down in 5 states; 1 dead

RNN Staff — Mon, 20 May 2013 02:57:00 EDT

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

10 things to know for Monday

Mon, 20 May 2013 02:18:00 EDT

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

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.

Police investigate shooting at Liberty Twp. trailer park

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:31:00 EDT

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

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.

Officer shot in Marathon showdown wants to work

Sun, 19 May 2013 17:54:00 EDT

With a bullet still in his body, the police officer who survived a showdown with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects said Sunday he's determined to return to duty.

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.

Mice return from a month in space

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:13:00 EDT

A Russian capsule carrying mice, lizards and other small animals returned to Earth on Sunday after spending a month in space for what scientists said was the longest experiment of its kind.

OH bill would require only 1 license plate

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:37:00 EDT

Two state legislators want to end the requirement for two license plates on vehicles in Ohio and require only one per vehicle.

White House insists Obama was not involved in IRS

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:33:00 EDT

A top White House adviser insisted Sunday that President Barack Obama learned the Internal Revenue Service had targeted tea party groups only "when it came out in the news" while Republicans continued to press the...

Water main break floods downtown Sharonville

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 11:31:00 EDT

Reading Road is being examined for damage following Saturday's water main break. Reading Road will be open to through traffic except at the intersection of Reading and Creek Roads which will be taken down to one lane through that intersection only.

Report: Iran hangs 2 men convicted of spying

Sun, 19 May 2013 10:43:00 EDT

Iran's state radio says authorities have executed two men convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad and the American CIA intelligence agency.

Winning Powerball ticket sold in Florida

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:06:00 EDT

It's all about the odds, and one lone ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching each of the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials said Sunday.

What to expect during baby's first year

Sun, 19 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

Babies develop at different rates, but there are certain milestones the first year that parents can watch for.

Honeybees trained in Croatia to find land mines

Sun, 19 May 2013 07:33:00 EDT

Mirjana Filipovic is still haunted by the land mine blast that killed her boyfriend and blew off her left leg while on a fishing trip nearly a decade ago. It happened in a field that was supposedly de-mined.

Military dog, Marine reunited after tour

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:24:00 EDT

A reunion between a special dog and a special man happened in Iowa Friday.

$590M-plus Powerball: 1 winning ticket sold in Fla

Sun, 19 May 2013 02:43:00 EDT

It's all about the odds, and one single ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials disclosed Sunday.

NJ boardwalk reopens after Sandy damage

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:20:00 EDT

The Jersey Shore is open for summer.

Air Care called to Dearborn accidental shooting

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

Air Care has been called to the scene of a shooting in Dearborn County. Authorities received reports of an accidental shooting on Happy Hollow Road just around 9:00 p.m.

Edward Furlong arrested in West Hollywood

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

A Los Angeles sheriff's spokesman says 'Terminator 2' star Edward Furlong has been arrested on suspicion of violating a restraining order filed by his ex-girlfriend.

No Triple Crown: Oxbow upsets Orb at Preakness

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:13:00 EDT

Right from the start, a horse trained by one not so over-the-hill Hall of Famer and ridden by another took control of the Preakness. The result: a huge upset and the end of any hopes for a Triple Crown attempt at the Belmont...

Police find man shot on Avondale sidewalk

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:10:00 EDT

One man has been taken to the hospital after police found him shot on the sidewalk. The victim is believed to have non life-threatening injuries.

Federal report documents inmate sex abuse in US

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:03:00 EDT

Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at U.S. jails.

Up to 60 injured after car drives into Va. parade

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:03:00 EDT

An elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Saturday parade in a small Virginia mountain town and investigators were looking into whether he suffered a medical emergency before the accident.

Runners celebrate summer with annual OTR 5k

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:32:00 EDT

Thousands of participants celebrated the start of summer and the renaissance of Over the Rhine on Saturday in the Seventh Annual OTR 5k.

Loose monkey shot in Clermont County

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:05:00 EDT

A monkey on the loose in Clermont County was shot from a tree on Saturday afternoon.

Votto, Arroyo lead Reds over Phillies

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:53:00 EDT

Bronson Arroyo pitched five-hit ball over 7 2-3 innings, Joey Votto was 4 for 4 with a homer, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-0 Saturday.

Report: Michael Phelps planning comeback

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:43:00 EDT

By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer Is Michael Phelps planning a comeback?

Touch the Moon at the Mainstrasse Village Maifest

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:15:00 EDT

Residents attending Maifest 2013 in Covington, Ky., will have the rare chance to touch a nearly 4-billion-year-old piece of moon rock at NASA's Driven to Explore traveling exhibit, a multimedia experience that immerses visitors in the story of NASA.

Germania Society kicks off Maifest in Cincinnati

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:04:00 EDT

The Tri-State's Germania Society is celebrating the birth of spring with their second annual Maifest. The celebration began Friday and continues on Saturday, noon to 11 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 8 p.m.

Police investigate Dillonvale stabbing

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:18:00 EDT

A 60-year-old man is recovering from a stabbing in Dillonvale. The man's injuries are not considered life-threatening.

UC Health Women's Center opens in West Chester

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:42:00 EDT

UC Health Women's Center in West Chester celebrated its grand opening on Saturday by inviting the community to tour its new facility

Reds option LHP Cingrani, recall INF Soto

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:29:00 EDT

The Cincinnati Reds have optioned left-hander Tony Cingrani to AAA Louisville and recalled infielder Neftali Soto.

French president signs gay marriage into law

Sat, 18 May 2013 15:22:00 EDT

France will see its first gay weddings within days, after French President Francois Hollande signed a law Saturday authorizing marriage and adoption by same-sex couples and ending months of nationwide protests and wrenching...

SKorea says NKorea fires 3 short-range missiles

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:42:00 EDT

North Korea fired three short-range guided missiles into its eastern waters on Saturday, a South Korean official said. It routinely tests such missiles, but the latest launches came during a period of tentative diplomacy...

Indianapolis waitress gets $446 tip

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:32:00 EDT

Waitress and part-time student CeCe Bruce works at a Steak N'Shake in Indianapolis. On Wednesday, she received a tip like she couldn't believe.

Tennis program helps inner-city youths

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:26:00 EDT

The Inner City Tennis Project, an organization helping Cincinnati's youth since 1982, is hosting a tournament this weekend at Kenwood Country Club.

90-year-old graduates with fourth degree

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:14:00 EDT

Getting a four-year college degree wasn't nearly enough for one California University San Marcos student. In fact, he now has a variety of college degrees.

Tips to reduce your risk of breast cancer

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:00:00 EDT

Women develop breast cancer for a variety of reasons, and there are things you can do to help reduce your risks.

Fire damages Anderson Twp. home

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:47:00 EDT

Fire officials say there is significant damage to the home's first floor.

New look at how recession set-back GenX finances

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:37:00 EDT

We are now learning the recession had a devastating impact on Americans who are in the mid-30s to mid-40s, better known as Generation X. A new survey shows GenXers lost nearly 45% of their wealth between 2007 and 2010.

Walk raises money for Autism research and awareness

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:34:00 EDT

More than 8,000 walkers and supporters came together on Saturday morning to raise funds for autism research.

Bystander charged after Middletown head-on crash

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:44:00 EDT

An investigation revealed that a car driven by Daniel Guy Rich of Dallas, Texas had lost control and hit a PT Cruiser driven by a unnamed 17-year-old girl head on.

Despite controversies, Obama agenda marches on

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:12:00 EDT

Despite Democratic fears, predictions of the demise of President Barack Obama's agenda appear exaggerated after a week of cascading controversies, political triage by the administration and party leaders in Congress and...

SW Ohio water park reopens under new ownership

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:08:00 EDT

The Beach water park in southwest Ohio has reopened under new ownership and plans to honor season passes from last year, when the attraction was closed.

Cellphone use may reveal your dominant brain

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:03:00 EDT

New research suggests the dominant side of your brain may make the call on which ear you choose to use while talking on your cellphone.

Your Week in Viral Videos: It'll bring out the animal in you

George Jones — Sat, 18 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT

This is the one time the phrase "gone to the dogs" does not have a negative connotation. Savor the moment because this abundance of gushing cuteness comes only so often.

Bodies removed from funeral home after waiting families complain

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:29:00 EDT

Authorities said they removed 17 bodies from a funeral home after hearing complaints from family members.

'Sonic' video games coming to Nintendo

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:52:00 EDT

Sonic the Hedgehog is rolling with Nintendo.

SPECIAL REPORT: Have you seen Molly?

Brittany Dionne — Sat, 18 May 2013 01:40:00 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.

Report: Yahoo nearing $1.1B acquisition of Tumblr

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:38:00 EDT

Yahoo may be on the verge of closing its biggest acquisition during the 10-month reign of CEO Marissa Mayer as she tries to attract more traffic and advertisers to the Internet company's website and mobile applications.

UPDATE: FOX19 uncovers 5th local IRS worker allegedly connected to scandal

Ben Swann — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:18:00 EDT

FOX19 has exclusively learned that as many as five people could be the first Cincinnati IRS employees to face disciplinary action, and possibly even criminal charges, for allegedly targeting Tea Party and Liberty groups applying for non-profit status.

Facebook message leads to murder for hire plot

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:01:00 EDT

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

Lee, Rollins lead Phils over Reds

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:56:00 EDT

Domonic Brown drove in the tiebreaking run on an infield grounder in the eighth and the Philadelphia Phillies snapped the Cincinnati Reds' six-game winning streak with a 5-3 victory on Friday night.

NASCAR driver's cell phone confiscated in stolen race hauler investigation

WBTV Web Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:51:00 EDT

A NASCAR driver accused of stealing a race competitor's race hauler has had his cell phone confiscated by deputies as they investigate the crime.

Reality Check: 5th Cincinnati IRS agent allegedly connected to scandal

Ben Swann — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:45:00 EDT

Continuing our exclusive coverage of the IRS scandal, FOX19 has obtained documents of a fifth Cincinnati IRS agent who reportedly came after a pro-life group in 2009.

Special Report: Stephanie Lum talks about coping with infertility

Stephanie Lum — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:09:00 EDT

First comes love, then comes marriage…but not always the baby…in the baby carriage. "As soon as the doctor told me at age 35 the quality of your eggs start to decrease, I said uh-oh I'm in trouble, we

Ft. Thomas native killed in Afghanistan

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:50:00 EDT

A civilian contractor from Fort Thomas, Ky. was one of 15 people killed in an explosion that occurred Thursday in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Alaska volcano shoots ash 15,000 feet into the air

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:42:00 EDT

One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air Friday in an ongoing eruption that is visible for miles when the weather allows.

High school teacher under investigation resigns

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:09:00 EDT

A Ross High School teacher resigned Friday amid allegations of inappropriate contact with a student.

Prices at the pump poised to spike

Tanita Gaither — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:00:00 EDT

Summer is fast approaching and gas prices may be increasing with the temperature.

Troopers: Texting teen dies in first drive by herself

Laura McCallister — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:16:00 EDT

Savannah Nash celebrated her 16th birthday last week. She died Thursday when her car slammed into a semi while she was texting during her first time driving by herself.

Feds: More time needed to indict Tsarnaev

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:12:00 EDT

Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev won't be indicted within the 30-day period prescribed under the Federal Speedy Trial Act but prosecutors said Friday they would ask for more time.

4 Cincinnati IRS workers to be interviewed in House investigation

Cory Stark — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:51:00 EDT

Transcribed interviews conducted by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform are set to begin Monday, May 20th for five IRS employees. Four of those IRS employees are based in Cincinnati.

Treasury officials told of IRS probe in June 2012

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:46:00 EDT

Senior Treasury officials were made aware in June 2012 that investigators were looking into complaints from tea party groups that they were being harassed by the Internal Revenue Service, a Treasury inspector general said...

Services restored after water main break in Batesville

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

Water service was down for a couple hours, but has since been restored.

The Beach Boys, John Stamos are coming to GABP

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

The Beach Boys are returning to Cincinnati's riverfront to play a post-game concert. On Friday, Reds officials revealed John Stamos is scheduled to join them for the show.

Training exercise turns into rescue

Christopher Francis — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:54:00 EDT

Eric Brooks put his skills to use when an exercise turned into a real rescue.

CPD to host preparedness training for school employees

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:46:00 EDT

The Cincinnati Police Department is hosting a preparedness training program for school employees.

Memorial Ceremony completes National Police Week

Gordon Graham — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:25:00 EDT

Police officers from around the Tri-state were in Cincinnati Friday for the annual Police Memorial Ceremony. While the men and women in blue were reminded of the dangers of the job, they face a new threat in the form of layoffs.

Final showing to be held of NKY mystery mansion

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:07:00 EDT

This weekend marks the final showing of a phenomenal home recently built in Northern Kentucky. The home, located at 3313 Turkeyfoot Road in Edgewood, has managed to create quite a 'buzz' around town.

Autistic boy found naked, with rodents

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:38:00 EDT

Two Colorado parents are facing charges after police say they found the couple's autistic teen in deplorable conditions.

250K bees in TX home for decades

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:23:00 EDT

Four hundred pounds, seven hives and 250,000 bees were all inside one home in Houston, until this week.

Missing accounted for in Texas tornado outbreak

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:31:00 EDT

All the missing have been accounted for after tornadoes pounded northern Texas on Wednesday, leveling homes and killing six.

Naked painting of Golden Girls' Bea Arthur sells for nearly $2 million

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:30:00 EDT

A painting of a topless Bea Arthur sold for $1.9 million to an anonymous buyer at Christie's auction house, the New York Post reports.

Jeff Ruby opening restaurant in Lexington

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:52:00 EDT

Jeff Ruby is opening a new restaurant in Lexington.

NASCAR to honor Dick Trickle after suicide in cemetery

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:49:00 EDT

An investigation is underway after deputies in Lincoln County say a NASCAR legend called 911 before committing suicide in a local cemetery.

New purple bench at Purple People bridge

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:12:00 EDT

There's a new purple bench on the Ohio side of the Purple People Bridge, thanks to one of Cincinnati's sister cities.

Mobile food trucks now allowed in Washington Park

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:58:00 EDT

Mobile food trucks are now allowed in Washington Park.

Coroner IDs teen killed in iPad theft

Craig Huber — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:36:00 EDT

The Clark County Coroner's office released the name of a boy who died after, police say, he was run over by two suspects in a vehicle who took off with his iPad.

Powerball jackpot raised to $600 million

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:26:00 EDT

The Powerball jackpot for Saturday night's drawing has just been raised to a record high $600 million, with a cash option of $376.9 million.

Man sentenced for defrauding worker's comp

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:04:00 EDT

A Cincinnati man who was the subject of an undercover investigation by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) has been sentenced for working while receiving benefits for a prior workplace injury.

Activists protest 'sexism' of Barbie Dreamhouse Experience

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:54:00 EDT

Protestors are up in arms over the sexism and shallow materialism that they argue Barbie symbolizes.

Animal Planet unveils 'Roach Cam'

Marshall Stephens — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:49:00 EDT

You've seen the Eagle Cam, the Falcon Cam and the Owl Cam. But what about the Roach Cam?

1 sailor dead, 5 injured in training accident

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:19:00 EDT

A U.S. Navy spokesman says one sailor was killed and five were injured during a training exercise at Fort Knox in Kentucky.

Your week in review: May 17

Tanita Gaither — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:16:00 EDT

Your week in review for May 17.

Bill Gates richest man in the world - again

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:40:00 EDT

Bill Gates has regained the title as richest man in the world.

3 arrested after armed robbery at Crestview Hills Town Center

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:36:00 EDT

Three people are facing charges after an armed robbery at the Crestview Hills Town Center.

Man shot after assaulting ex-girlfriend

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:23:00 EDT

An Indiana man was shot after allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend.

Ohio man held in stabbing of infant

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:59:00 EDT

Police say a 19-year-old man was jailed after an infant was found stabbed in northern Ohio.

Maifest at Mainstrasse gives attendees a chance to 'touch the moon'

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:20:00 EDT

Attendees at the 34th annual Maifest in Mainstrasse this weekend will have a chance to touch the moon.

Frontier Airlines takes off at CVG

Scott Schneider — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:07:00 EDT

Starting today, (May 16, 2013) Frontier Airlines is flying passengers non-stop to its hub in Denver, Colorado with flights starting as low as $99 for passengers who purchased tickets on or before Feb 2,

4-year-old mayor makes headlines

Wesley Goheen — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:03:00 EDT

A 4-year-old is making headlines worldwide, and it is no wonder because he is the actual mayor of Dorset, MN.

Woolmarket man living his dream after winning $14M slot jackpot

Trang Pham-Bui — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:50:00 EDT

The huge Powerball jackpot has a lot of people dreaming of how they would spend that money. A Woolmarket man is living his dream, after winning the largest slot machine jackpot in state history. Tom McMillan will never forget February 10th, 2009. He sat down to play a slot machine at a Biloxi casino and became an instant multi-millionaire. His life has certainly changed since that lucky moment.

Man, 83, killed in head-on crash in Warren County

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:42:00 EDT

The Ohio Highway Patrol is currently investigating a fatal traffic crash involving two vehicles on Mason-Morrow-Milgrove Rd, west of State Route 48.

New Ohio casinos will host famous poker event

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:39:00 EDT

The popular World Series of Poker tour is making stops at the new casinos in Cincinnati and Cleveland.

Crews battle electrical fire in downtown building

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:37:00 EDT

It happened in the 300 block of W. 3rd Street around 4 p.m. Officials on scene tell FOX19 the fire is believed to have started in the basement level after a transformer explosion.

Duo accused of trafficking heroin from Ohio to IN

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:33:00 EDT

Two people are facing charges for trafficking heroin into Dearborn County.

Single mom sets example for son by earning GED

Mitch Goulding — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:28:00 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.

Warrant issued for former Bengal Chad Johnson

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:22:00 EDT

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson in South Florida.

FOX19 Investigates: Documents sent to Tea Party groups from local IRS workers

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:19:00 EDT

Amid the controversy over the IRS allegedly targeting Tea Party and Liberty groups applying for non-profit status, FOX19 continues to push forward with an investigation into four local IRS workers.

Police investigate body found in Westwood

Roger Seay — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:09:00 EDT

Cincinnati Police are investigating a death that occured overnight in Westwood. Police responded to the 2200 block of Westwood Northern Boulevard around 1A-M morning for reports of a person found dead. The

Black & Bluegrass roller girl battles breast cancer

Kelly Rippin — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:00:00 EDT

Stephanie Rogg, or Kung Fu Hussy as she's known in the roller derby world, has beat ovarian cancer. Now she's taking on breast cancer.

Transgender teen won't wear female commencement gown

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:48:00 EDT

A school wants the male-identifying student to wear a female robe because he is identified as female on his birth certificate.

Organic industry clout grows with consumer demand

Fri, 17 May 2013 04:01:00 EDT

The organic food industry is gaining clout on Capitol Hill, prompted by rising consumer demand and its entry into traditional farm states. But that isn't going over well with everyone in Congress.

Funeral home offers bike hearse, basket coffin

Fri, 17 May 2013 03:09:00 EDT

The basket coffin is cheaper and can carry up to 300 pounds.

Aussie minister sorry he 'liked' exposed teen pic

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:09:00 EDT

An Australian politician says he has learned a valuable lesson in social networking after he "liked" a Facebook photo without realizing that it showed a teenage prankster exposing himself.

6 indicted in local heroin trafficking conspiracy

Kelly Taylor — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:16:00 EDT

Six people were indicted in a heroin trafficking conspiracy, including four Middletown residents.

Qualls, Seelbach present budget plan for less layoffs

FOX19 Digital Media Staff — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:52:00 EDT

The first of three public hearings was held Thursday evening on Cincinnati's budget.

Butler Co. sees over 4'' of rain on Thursday

Steve Horstmeyer — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:40:00 EDT

Slow moving late afternoon and evening thunderstorms dumped over 4" of rain in northern Butler County. In the area between Seven Mile and Jacksonburg, FOX19 viewer Paul Fraley measured 4.25" of rain.

Idaho man arrested on terrorism charges

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:31:00 EDT

Federal agents have arrested a 30-year-old man living in Idaho as part of a terrorism investigation.

Internet star known as 'Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker' arrested for murder

Ray Downs — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:57:00 EDT

The homeless hitchhiker who catapulted to internet fame after an interview about saving a woman from an enraged man, is now suspected of beating a man to death.

Summer concert series kicks off at Horseshoe Casino

Kelly Rippin — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:34:00 EDT

The summer concert series at the Horseshoe Casino kicked off Thursday night with a sold out concert featuring 'The Killers'.

'Safety bullet' designed to prevent accidental gun deaths

Cherise Leclerc — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:30:00 EDT

As the gun debate continues nationwide, there is a new tool being used to prevent accidental gun-related deaths, especially among children.

'Click it or Ticket' campaign begins Monday

Kelly Taylor — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:45:00 EDT

Local law enforcement are teaming up with AAA for their national seat belt enforcement campaign 'Click It or Ticket'.

Untold story from home with missing women found alive: Pets

Ed Gallek — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:37:00 EDT

19 Action News has found more survivors making it out of a home where three woman and a child were found alive after years as hostages - pets.

Reality Check: 4 Cincinnati IRS workers named, Could they face federal charges?

Ben Swann — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:23:00 EDT

As we are continuing to look into the case surrounding the IRS and Cincinnati's connection there two big questions: Did the White House know about this scandal sooner than what they have claimed, and could criminal charges be filed against the local agents accused in the case?

Anti-Parent apps: 'Never believe it goes away once it's online'

Kelly Rippin — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:19:00 EDT

As a society, we joke that there's an app for almost anything. FOX19's Kelly Rippin took a closer look at apps kids are using to purposefully hide content from parents who may think they know exactly how to monitor cell phone usage.

Obama picks budget official to run troubled IRS

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:11:00 EDT

President Barack Obama picked a senior White House budget official to become the acting head of the Internal Revenue Service on Thursday, the same day another top official announced plans to leave the agency amid the...

American Idol Season 12 winner crowned

Kelly Taylor — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:09:00 EDT

SPOILER ALERT: The winner of American Idol Season 12 has been crowned. Click here to see who won!

Stolen truck slams into bedroom of Mesa home

Steve Stout — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:51:00 EDT

A Mesa police spokesman said the driver climbed through the windshield and ran to the house, where one of the homeowners tried to stop him.

Brothers arrested in Mother's Day parade shooting

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:41:00 EDT

Two brothers with a history of drug arrests and suspected ties to a neighborhood gang each face 20 counts of attempted second-degree murder in a shooting spree that brought a sudden bloody end to a Mother's Day parade in...

Meteorite explosions on moon caught on NASA camera

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:11:00 EDT

A meteoroid struck the lunar surface at speeds of 56,000 mph on March 17.

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.

Man shot in back while longboarding in Oregon City

FOX 12 Staff — Tue, 7 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

An Oregon City man said he was shot in the back while he was longboarding in his neighborhood Friday night. Zach Losness described something stinging his back as he rode his long board.