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West Chester Hospital’s frontline healthcare workers grateful for anonymous ‘thank you’ notes
“The level of just selflessness, like, ‘Hey we’re thinking of you,’ or, ‘Hey we thank you,’ ...It means so much.”
By
Jessica Schmidt
Caught on Cam: Suspect shoots man’s dog in Hamilton
By
Courtney King
Middletown School District teachers, staff receive COVID-19 vaccine
By
Morgan Parrish
Restaurants seeing an early wave of Valentine’s Day reservations
Some restaurants may see fewer people through the door during Valentine’s Day weekend due to a limited amount of space to social distance.
By
Ken Brown and
Jared Goffinet
Published January 26, 2021 at 5:15 PM
West Chester dog with spina bifida gets worldwide support after not being adopted
Jack was supposed to meet with a person who might adopt him but the individual never showed up.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published January 26, 2021 at 12:47 PM
83-year-old great-grandma takes up boxing classes to stay fit
Boxing classes go virtual at a retirement center.
By
Ashley Smith
Published January 25, 2021 at 5:48 PM
Ohio reports more than 4,000 new cases, 57 deaths from COVID-19
COVID-19 vaccines continue to be administered to eligible Ohioans.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published January 25, 2021 at 2:22 PM
No charges for driver who hit pedestrian, left him to die, family says
Troy Simmons was a Hamilton native and a grandfather.
By
Brittany Harry
Published January 22, 2021 at 9:55 PM
‘Amazing’ wife, mother killed by accused drunk driver in Butler Co.
‘She took something from me I can’t get back,’ Jackie Reese said of the driver. ‘I want her in jail forever.'
By
Courtney King
Published January 21, 2021 at 9:37 PM
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Gov. DeWine updates Ohio's coronavirus response
Restaurants seeing an early wave of Valentine’s Day reservations
83-year-old takes up boxing classes to stay fit
Middletown School District teachers, staff receive COVID-19 vaccine
Woman charged with OVI after hit-skip crash kills pedestrian, police say
Gov. DeWine gives update on state’s coronavirus response
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Woman charged with OVI after hit-skip crash kills pedestrian, police say
A woman has been charged after killing a pedestrian in Hamilton Wednesday afternoon.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published January 21, 2021 at 12:29 PM
Man indicted on rape charges involving 15-year-old Butler County girl
The 19-year-old met the girl on Facebook. One local psychologist says that's more common than you might think.
By
Kody Fisher
Published January 20, 2021 at 9:38 PM
Police investigating after Hamilton store robbed at gunpoint
According to a police report, the suspects made off with $500.
By
Courtney King
Published January 20, 2021 at 8:58 PM
Check before throwing away: Some stimulus payments mailed out mistaken for junk
Double-check your mail before throwing it away if you're still waiting on a stimulus payment.
By
Ken Brown and
Jared Goffinet
Published January 20, 2021 at 5:06 PM
Seeing grandkids, getting haircuts: Vaccinated Ohioans ready for normalcy
When vaccine appointments became available, Atrium said they were quickly booked.
By
Ken Brown and
Jared Goffinet
Published January 19, 2021 at 4:34 PM
Pedestrian struck, killed in Hamilton
According to the police report, he was illegally crossing the road outside of the crosswalk when he was struck.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published January 19, 2021 at 1:17 PM
‘Intolerable’: Second West Chester police captain who complained about chief leaves
Captain Joe Gutman describes the working environment 'intolerable'
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
January 15
January 15
Ohio surpasses 10,000 total deaths from COVID-19
More than 10,000 Ohioans have now died from COVID-19.
By
Jared Goffinet
January 15
January 15
Hundreds of Ohioans with developmental disabilities receive COVID-19 vaccine
Those who got vaccinated Thursday will receive the second dose in four weeks.
By
Morgan Parrish and
Jared Goffinet
January 14
January 14
Hamilton Co. elevated to highest spread, exposure level on state’s COVID-19 alert map
The highest level indicates severe exposure and spread of COVID-19.
By
Jared Goffinet
January 14
January 14
Hamilton police announce they know who murdered CJ Sandle
Sandle was fatally shot while sleeping in his family's home just days after his 20th birthday.
By
Jessica Schmidt
Published January 13, 2021 at 10:46 PM
Friend, witness offers first-hand account of Middletown drive-by shooting
“If it wasn’t for her, I would have gotten hit."
By
Kody Fisher
Published January 13, 2021 at 10:08 PM
Trial delayed for West Chester quadruple homicide suspect
Gurpreet Singh is accused of gunning down his wife, her parents and her aunt in April 2019.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published January 13, 2021 at 3:20 PM
Female injured in Middletown shooting, police say
Middletown police are investigating a shooting on Curtis Street.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published January 12, 2021 at 9:57 PM
Great Miami River rowing club looking for missing boat
This is just another financial strain on the club, which will need to relocate soon due to construction in the area.
By
Ashley Smith
Published January 12, 2021 at 6:04 PM
Gov. Mike DeWine updates Ohio’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout
As of Tuesday, DeWine said a little more than 321,500 Ohioans have been vaccinated.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published January 12, 2021 at 2:30 PM
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Watch Out for Icy Patches, Sidewalks, Decks, Roads
By
Steve Horstmeyer
Sheriff’s office releases surveillance video of alleged inmate assault on deputy: WATCH
By
Amber Jayanth
West Chester Hospital’s frontline healthcare workers grateful for anonymous ‘thank you’ notes
By
Jessica Schmidt
UC, Xavier fans putting it all on the line for local restaurants in Crosstown ‘tip-off’
By
Jeremy Rauch
Senator Amy Acton? Portman’s exit from Ohio Senate race opens doors for Democrats
By
Jackie Borchardt and Jessie Balmert
Kentucky man baffled after receiving Ohio unemployment tax documents
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Man killed in Butler County SWAT standoff identified
The sheriff said he considers the shooting to be justified because the man pointed a deadly weapon at the deputy.
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker and
Jessica Schmidt
Published January 12, 2021 at 1:34 PM
Armed school staff: Butler County district’s policy goes before Ohio Supreme Court
How many hours should school staff train with guns before being permitted to take them into classrooms?
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published January 12, 2021 at 7:09 AM
Judge stops Cincinnati-area school district from arming staff
The decision comes on the eve of oral arguments at the Ohio Supreme Court over the policy at Madison City Schools
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published January 11, 2021 at 8:38 PM
1 airlifted to hospital after Middletown house explosion
Authorities are advising people to stay out of the area and find alternative routes.
By
Kody Fisher
Published January 11, 2021 at 7:07 PM
‘How to step away:’ Local teen engaging peers, parents on healthy social media use
Sarah Abudaker is working to create a Cincinnati chapter of the LogOff Movement, a global nonprofit taking on social media habits and harms.
By
Chris Riva
Published January 11, 2021 at 6:15 PM
Newly released dash camera video shows police chase through Butler and Warren County
Police say they got a call about two people sleeping in a car outside a Middletown business.
By
Ken Brown and
Maggy Mcdonel
Published January 10, 2021 at 11:09 PM
Gov. DeWine details next phases of COVID-19 vaccine rollout
Around 221,000 people in Ohio have received the first dose of the vaccine, Gov. DeWine says.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published January 8, 2021 at 4:28 PM
Mason City Councilman attended violent US Capitol protest: ‘Very disheartening because it was such a great event’
The protest left a woman dead and sent shockwaves through the American political system.
By
Kody Fisher
Published January 6, 2021 at 10:26 PM
Driver flown to hospital after truck crashes into building
Police said the road is still open.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published January 6, 2021 at 4:55 PM
Butler County man accused of setting house fire with family inside
According to Middletown police records, Maston Murphy admitted to it
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published January 6, 2021 at 9:43 AM
Crews battle Butler County house fire
No injuries were reported
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published January 5, 2021 at 6:44 AM
Family of Middletown woman murdered in 2017 pleading for information
Middletown police have said the 26-year-old was innocent and was not the intended target.
By
Jessica Schmidt
Published January 4, 2021 at 10:33 PM
Butler Co. auditor appeals state decision on property values again
Amid a pandemic when budgets are already tight for many, this could cost homeowners more.
By
Ken Brown and
Jared Goffinet
Published January 4, 2021 at 6:46 PM
Statewide curfew extended, Gov. DeWine announces
The curfew is being extended for several more weeks, the governor announced.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 30, 2020 at 5:07 PM
Butler County Sheriff’s Office computer network hacked, key systems down since Christmas Eve
The sheriff says all essential services are now operating, though not all systems are back to normal.
By
Ken Brown
Published December 30, 2020 at 4:27 PM
Girl Scouts cookie sales begin this week in Ohio, Kentucky
Girl Scouts cookie season is almost here.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 29, 2020 at 1:14 PM
Hamilton Fire Department remembers fallen firefighter 5 years later
Patrick Wolterman, 28, died while on duty in December 2015.
By
Mike Schell
Published December 28, 2020 at 9:37 PM
Tri-State father mourns teenage son killed in ‘accidental’ shooting
“I do forgive her,” he said. “I have to forgive her for myself.”
By
Courtney King
Published December 28, 2020 at 9:26 PM
Police search Butler County lake for missing man
Michael McKenney was last seen Memorial Day
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 24, 2020 at 4:37 PM
2020 in Review: The stories that shaped the Tri-State
Here's a look at the stories from the past year that impacted the Tri-State.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 24, 2020 at 7:11 AM
Next groups eligible for COVID-19 vaccine announced by Gov. DeWine
The hope is to begin this next phase of vaccinations by mid-January, Gov. Mike DeWine said.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 23, 2020 at 2:43 PM
2 displaced in Butler County house fire
The American Red Cross is assisting the residents, dispatchers say
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published December 23, 2020 at 7:56 AM
2 people arrested after multi-county chase
The two people had warrants out for their arrest, according to police.
By
Ken Brown and
Jared Goffinet
Published December 22, 2020 at 6:34 PM
Ohio to receive more than 150,000 additional COVID-19 vaccines this week
Both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be included in the next shipments.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 22, 2020 at 3:56 PM
Facebook Portals donated to help hospital patients see families for the holidays
It seems like a simple gift, but Atrium Medical Center says this will do much more for their patients than you may think.
By
Ken Brown and
Jared Goffinet
Published December 21, 2020 at 6:41 PM
Butler County groomer sentenced after dog had to be euthanized
Tina Brady says she told the sheriff’s office she had to euthanize her 15-year-old Yorkshire terrier, Lacy, after a grooming session in July
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 21, 2020 at 5:30 PM
Ohio trooper’s coat drive keeps kids warm during winter
The trooper connected with Fairfield City Schools to determine the need in the district’s six elementary schools
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 17, 2020 at 4:04 PM
West Chester police impersonator ‘tried to rape me,’ woman says on 911 call
She also told police the man said he would arrest her if she called anyone, the 911 call shows
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published December 17, 2020 at 2:25 PM
Woman playing with gun fatally shoots teen in Butler County, police say
Officers responded to reports of a teen shot in the head about 1:30 a.m.
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker and
Morgan Parrish
Published December 17, 2020 at 11:08 AM
Warning issued after police impersonator pulls woman’s vehicle over in West Chester
West Chester police say the suspect approached the victim’s car, acting as if he was a law enforcement officer.
By
Brian Planalp and
Kody Fisher
Published December 16, 2020 at 7:34 PM
Boy with Down syndrome gets early Christmas gift with community’s help
The parents say the 17-year-old will be taking jump shots on the new court come Saturday if all goes according to plan.
By
Joanna Bouras and
Jared Goffinet
Published December 16, 2020 at 6:13 PM
Lakota Schools push back in-person return to avoid COVID-19 holiday surge
The district will learn remotely for two weeks following the start of school in January.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 16, 2020 at 3:13 AM
Ohio to have 420,000 COVID-19 vaccines by Christmas, DeWine says
Ohio will have 420,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine by Christmas, Gov. Mike DeWine said.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 15, 2020 at 2:19 PM
West Chester police ask public to help locate missing teen
The West Chester Police Department is trying to locate a missing 15-year-old girl.
By
Kim Schupp
Published December 14, 2020 at 1:05 PM
Lawsuit claims physical abuse against detained refugees at Butler County Jail
“It’s vitally important that these human rights violations are thoroughly investigated.”
By
Amber Jayanth
Published December 11, 2020 at 5:36 PM
Bond set for Hamilton doctor accused of rape, sexual battery after patient complaints
Dr. Stephen Boyd is accused of inappropriately touching patients and engaged in misconduct for decades, Hamilton police say
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published December 11, 2020 at 8:01 AM
$75K, drugs, guns and more seized during Butler County drug bust
Sheriff Richard Jones said drug dealing will not be tolerated in Butler County.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 10, 2020 at 3:31 PM
Butler Co. doctor indicted in sex crimes investigation spanning decades
Hamilton police have set up a dedicated phone line for additional victims in the wake of the doctor’s arrest.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 9, 2020 at 7:36 PM
Hamilton group knits, gives out winter clothes to the needy
“When we’re all in our warm homes, we don’t always think about all the people that might not have the luxuries we have."
By
Kody Fisher
Published December 7, 2020 at 10:26 PM
Ohio’s COVID-19 curfew order will be extended, Gov. DeWine says
The new COVID-19 cases reported Monday are the sixth-highest number of daily reported cases, the governor said.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 7, 2020 at 1:50 PM
Man killed in Fairfield house fire identified
Firefighters say they were dispatched around 12:45 a.m. Saturday to the 5200 block of Chateau Way
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 7, 2020 at 1:23 PM
Newly announced projects expected to create 100+ plus jobs in southwest Ohio
The two projects will create around 50 jobs in each county.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 7, 2020 at 12:59 PM
Coroner identifies victim of Hamilton house fire
The cause of the fire has yet to be released.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 3, 2020 at 1:34 PM
Middletown High School shifts to remote learning
The move is due to a "high number of student and staff COVID-19 quarantines."
By
Amber Jayanth
Published December 2, 2020 at 10:44 PM
‘So she’s never forgotten:’ Donation drive held for local girl who died fighting cancer
Madison Smallwood was known to spread love and kindness to others. Now her mother is continuing that spirit with a fundraiser.
By
Jessica Schmidt
Published December 2, 2020 at 9:37 PM
Ohio averaged more than 8K new COVID-19 cases per day last three weeks
Ohio reported more than 7,000 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 2, 2020 at 4:12 PM
Police issue arrest warrant for man accused of scamming people in Butler County
The 28-year-old man is facing a felony theft charge, according to police.
By
Jared Goffinet and
Joanna Bouras
Published December 2, 2020 at 12:36 PM
Family seeks kidney match for Middletown father-of-five
The family also needs help covering the cost of an expensive, potentially life-saving medication.
By
Kody Fisher
Published December 1, 2020 at 9:14 PM
Butler County to limit COVID-19 contact tracing to those at high risk
Officials say the move comes in the wake of an “unprecedented volume of cases”
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published December 1, 2020 at 5:53 PM
More than 9K new COVID-19 cases reported in Ohio despite ‘incomplete’ data, state says
Officials say the incomplete data is due to “unprecedented volume” and “thousands of reports are pending review.”
By
Jared Goffinet
Published December 1, 2020 at 2:37 PM
Woman indicted in crash that seriously injured 2 Butler County high-school girls
The two-vehicle crash happened in May at Ohio 4 and Symmes Road in Fairfield.
By
FOX19 Digital Staff
Published November 30, 2020 at 9:26 PM
Butler, Clermont jails suspended from transferring inmates to state prisons due to COVID-19
Ohio ranks third in the country with the most deaths in prison during the coronavirus pandemic
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published November 27, 2020 at 12:18 AM
Police trying to identify 3 suspects in connection with West Chester shooting
The shooting happened in early November outside a West Chester bar.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published November 24, 2020 at 4:07 PM
Butler County road reopens hours after train derailment
No injuries were reported.
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published November 24, 2020 at 8:52 AM
Officer nearly struck, Butler County police chase ends in Hamilton County
One person was taken to Mercy Hospital Fairfield, dispatchers say
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker
Published November 24, 2020 at 4:54 AM
Fairfield fire displaces 18, cause under investigation
The cause remains under investigation
By
Jennifer Edwards Baker and
Joanna Bouras
Published November 24, 2020 at 4:36 AM
‘It’s vital:’ Middletown Community Thanksgiving pressing forward with pandemic safeguards
“I think just by showing your neighbors some kindness, checking on them, giving them a meal goes a long way.”
By
Courtney King
Published November 23, 2020 at 8:58 PM
Ohio reports record 11K new COVID-19 cases as hospitalizations continue to rise
Ohio has seen a 59% increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations in the last two weeks.
By
Jared Goffinet
Published November 23, 2020 at 1:50 PM
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