Authorities, Businesses Take Steps to Curb Drunk Driving on St. Patrick's Day
Police checkpoints, free rides, and bar promotions aim to keep impaired drivers off the roads
March Madness Kicks Off at UD Arena as Fans Return
SMU Guard B.J. Edwards Ruled Out of NCAA Tournament Opener
Health
Firefighters Credit Union Donates Hundreds of CO Detectors to Miami Valley Fire Depts
The 11-year program aims to protect families from the "silent killer" of carbon monoxide.

Hundreds Sue Kettering Health Over Disrupted Care After 2025 Data Breach
Lawsuits allege Kettering Health failed to have contingency plans in place, leading to canceled appointments and missed critical care for patients.
Kettering Health Breach Leads to Lawsuits Over Delayed Care
Attorneys say data breach at Ohio healthcare provider caused patient harm
Lifestyle
Dayton Police Officer Rescues Injured Cat from Interstate
The officer responded to a driver's report and transported the cat to a local humane society for treatment.

Ohio Police Officer Rescues Injured Cat from Interstate
Dayton officer responded to report of stranded feline on I-75 and transported it to local animal shelter.
Ohio State Fair Announces New Rides After Safety Concerns
Three new rides will open as five others remain closed, including one permanently.
Crime
Trial Wraps Up for Man Accused of Killing Ex-Girlfriend in 2015
Thomas Albert faces murder charges for the death of Candance Prunty over a decade ago.

Two Dayton men indicted for armed robbery of Uber driver
Shaquan Barker and Armone Kinney face multiple charges related to the December 2025 incident.
Car Crashes Into Dayton Home Overnight
Police investigating incident in West Hudson and Wheatley Avenues neighborhood
Weather
High Wind Warning Issued for Dayton Area
Gusts up to 60 mph expected on Friday, raising concerns about power outages and dangerous driving conditions

Strong/Severe Storms Possible Wednesday in Dayton Area
Heavy rain and flooding also a concern as cold front moves through
Right Lanes Closed After Crash Involving Semi in I-75 Construction Zone
Traffic is moving in the contraflow lane as crews respond to the incident.
Politics
Ohio Lawmakers Advance Bill to End Parole for Cop Killers
The Larry Henderson Act would eliminate parole for those who murder police, first responders, and other public safety officials.

Hundreds Gather in Dayton to Celebrate 100 Years of Women's Voting Rights
Ohio Women Vote: 100 Years of Change event features exhibit, documentary, and panel discussion on the state's suffrage movement history.
Democrats Grapple with Rebuilding Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition as Tough Primaries Loom
Party leaders reflect on the legacy of the civil rights leader's presidential campaigns as they seek to unite a diverse coalition ahead of 2028 elections.