Written by Molly Schramm and Michael Coker | WCPO Though heavy rain and storms pounded runners majority of the marathon and a temporary shelter-in-place order was issued, Flying Pig Marathon officials don’t regret the decision to start the race like normal. More than 18,000 runners from all over the world kicked off the full and half […]
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After 3 years, COVID-19 no longer ‘global health emergency’
Written by Justin Boggs for WCPO The World Health Organization declared Friday that the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a global health emergency after three years and two months. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Friday at a news conference that the virus claimed the lives of 20 million people worldwide, but fewer have been dying […]
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Taylor Mill man convicted of manslaughter back under arrest after skipping his sentencing hearing
Written by Felicia Jordan for WCPO A man who skipped out on his sentencing hearing after pleading guilty to manslaughter is back in police custody, according to Rob Sanders, Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney. Sanders tweeted on Thursday that Shane Walters, a Taylor Mill native, was found thanks to the US Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force and […]
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Text messages led police to investigate former Highland Heights councilman on drug charges, court docs say
Written by Molly Schramm for WCPO Newly obtained court documents give the details surrounding the arrest of a former Highland Heights council member who was recently indicted on drug dealing charges. Edward Fessler, who began his first term on city council in January 2023, was arrested on drug possession and trafficking charges in February. According […]
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Fort Mitchell man arrested for allegedly trying to meet 13-year-old for sex
Written by Christian LeDuc for WCPO A Fort Mitchell man was arrested after attempting to meet who he thought was an underage girl for sex, the Kenton County Police Department said. Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force detectives began investigating 36-year-old John E. Leguillon last month after he allegedly messaged a police decoy posing as […]
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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: here’s how to sign up for a motorcycle safety course
Written by Raven Richard for WCPO May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and with warmer weather on the horizon, more motorcycle riders will be out on the roads. Motorcycle Ohio, a division of the Ohio Traffic Safety Office, wants drivers and riders to be more aware this summer. In 2022, 209 Ohioans were killed […]
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Taylor Mill man convicted of manslaughter in 2021 shooting skipped sentencing, wanted by US Marshals
Written by Felicia Jordan and Anna Azallion for WCPO A man convicted of manslaughter in a 2021 shooting that left a woman dead did not show up for his sentencing hearing on Monday and is currently being sought by U.S. Marshals, according to the Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office. Shane Walters, a Taylor Mill native, […]
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Archaeology seeks to uncover secrets of the Newport Barracks
Written by Michael Coker | WCPO Joggers and walkers along the floodwall in Newport might notice some new faces come Thursday morning. Starting at 9 a.m. a crew of archaeologists, along with a team of volunteers, will be setting up near General James Taylor Park along Riverboat Row. Originally, this work was to slated to […]
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Northern Kentucky woman wins $500,000 from scratch-off ticket
One Northern Kentucky woman won $500,000 on a scratch-off ticket she bought in Dry Ridge. The Grant County woman, who wants to remain anonymous, told lottery officials she had won $40 on another ticket and decided to purchase two Wild Number 100X tickets to try her luck. “I saw the 5X symbol on the first […]
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Covington PD Sgt. suspended, demoted after accusations of sexual harassment, unwanted touching
Written by Bret Buganski for WCPO The Covington Board of Commissioners decided to suspend and demote a Covington police sergeant who’s accused of sexual harassment, unwanted touching and creating a hostile work environment. The board made the decision in a special meeting. Testimony and evidence presentations began Wednesday evening around 5:30 p.m. and ran until […]
