Lakota Teen’s Crosswalk Death Spurs ‘Aspen Runnels’ Law Crackdown at Ohio House
House Bill 203 — called "Aspen Runnels' Law" — cleared the Ohio House Judiciary Committee on March 18, 2026, elevating some school‑zone crashes to felonies after Lakota crosswalk incidents. Supporters say stiffer penalties and doubled fines will better protect students.
Clermont County Grand Jury Indicts Batavia Man In 32-Count Child Rape Case
Samuel Ramirez, 45, was indicted on 32 counts of rape and one count of gross sexual imposition after hospital staff alerted authorities that alleged child victims came forward. Authorities say the victims were between 9 and 14.












