Red Cross and Cincinnati fire officials say a concerning rise in fatal home fires across southern Ohio has prompted a push for free smoke alarms, escape plans and neighborhood outreach.

An 80-year-old Silverton woman says an online romance cost her more than $80,000 and left her suicidal. Officials say romance scams remain a growing threat and list steps to report them.

West Chester police are searching for a man they say killed his ex‑girlfriend’s puppy and assaulted two people. Authorities say the suspect is wanted on animal‑cruelty and assault charges.

A second suspect has been arrested in the downtown drive‑by that killed Justin Johnson, his family says they will mark his birthday each year. Police say two brothers are charged.

A one‑punch attack in Urbana left a man unresponsive and airlifted to Miami Valley Hospital. Authorities arrested a suspect and are investigating.

Cincinnati Public Schools told families that an out‑of‑town officer who said they worked for ICE visited several schools for wellness checks, the district says no students had direct contact.

An Ansonia volunteer firefighter has been charged with aggravated murder and arson after prosecutors say a house fire exposed the body of longtime coach Ericka Kramer. The arrest has rattled the small community as investigators continue their probe.

Police say a 2016 Nissan Maxima (OH JCA8999) was stolen from the 3800 block of Dunloe Ave. Detectives are seeking tips and camera footage.

A Butler County grand jury indicted Victoria Ashley Hill on one count of aggravated arson after investigators say a Feb. 21 Curtis Street fire endangered seven apartment residents.

Geanetta O’Brien, 55, died after a two-vehicle crash at SR‑741 and Austin Boulevard on April 12. State troopers say she ran a red light and was struck, the investigation is ongoing.

Cincinnati police are searching for Cortez Nelson after an April 3 incident in which a person was pushed into traffic and hospitalized with serious injuries.

Cincinnati police are searching for 67-year-old Ricky Duncan after an April 11 stabbing in Mount Auburn that left a victim with serious leg injuries. Authorities ask anyone with tips to call Crime Stoppers.

Bomb-detection teams and K‑9 units swept Beavercreek’s Mall at Fairfield Commons after a phoned bomb threat. Police later declared the property safe and continue investigating.