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    DeWine calls for drilling regulations

    Ohio petroleum producers are pushing back against a call by the state attorney general to increase environmental penalties and chemical reporting requirements on the drilling industry.

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      FirstEnergy closings could impact rates

      Utility regulators say the closings of six coal-burning power plants could eventually mean higher electricity rates.

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        Pregnant pit bulls nearly euthanized

        Two pregnant pit bulls were nearly euthanized. Now, the Medina County SPCA is working to give these newborn pups a chance.

      Firefighters find a dozen snakes and 80 other animals in burning house near…

      Dozens of animals rescued from a house fire in Cincinnati suburb have found temporary shelter.

      Worker at Columbus Hollywood casino construction site injured

      Emergency crews in Columbus rushed to the city’s casino construction site Friday morning after a piece of equipment fell on a worker.

      Surprise homecoming stuns Loveland, Ohio, soldier

      U.S. Army Sgt. Chris Tobias thought his Ohio homecoming would be a quiet affair, but it was just the opposite.

      Jack Hanna shocked Ohio has yet to crackdown on exotic animals

      TV personality Jack Hanna says he's shocked Ohio lawmakers have not yet passed a bill to regulate exotic animals, and he's asking what it will take to get it

      Biden says press freedom is critical to government in speech in Columbus

      Vice President Joe Biden is telling an Ohio newspaper group that a government can't function fairly and transparently without freedom of the press or

      Ohio man charged after placing son in dryer

      A man faces a court hearing after police say he placed his 3-year-old son in a clothes dryer as a punishment.

      Zanesville exotic animal escape story makes GQ magazine headlines for March

      The Zanesville exotic animal massacre made headlines across the United States last year. In an upcoming issue, GQ magazine takes an in-depth look at the deadly

      Ohio governor gets bill ending 'vicious' pit bull label

      Pit bulls in Ohio would no longer be labeled as "vicious" dogs under a bill that is headed to the governor's desk.

      National News


      1. Whitney Houston dies

        Whitney Houston dies

        Whitney Houston, who ruled as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, died Saturday. She was 48.

        • Romney wins Maine caucuses

          • Foreclosure deal: What it means for you

            • McDonald's: Shamrock Shakes for all

              • Obama adjusts birth control policy

              World News


              1. At least 13 dead in Philippines quake

                At least 13 dead in Philippines quake

                A strong earthquake in the central Philippines killed at least 13 people Monday as it destroyed buildings and triggered landslides that buried dozens of houses, trapping residents. At least 29 people were missing.

                • Business, social media to tackle HIV

                  • Afghan man kills wife over child

                    • Cruise ship may stay submerged 10 months

                    • Tweets may be censored in some countries

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                      Water Cooler News


                      1. Dieting commercial tactics exposed?

                        Dieting commercial tactics exposed?

                        A new video is gaining popularity on YouTube that shows the transformation from a before photo of weight loss to the after photos in less than five hours without the help of a diet regimen, exercise program or supplements.

                        • VIDEO: Rescued dog bites TV anchor

                          • Man rescues trashed $50K lottery ticket

                            • Man facing trial adopts girlfriend

                              • Woolly mammoth caught on video?

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                              Local News


                              1. Fatal crash in Ashtabula County

                                Fatal crash in Ashtabula County

                                The Ashtabula Post of the Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Harpersfield Township.

                                • Missing Walton Hills woman found dead

                                  Missing Walton Hills woman found dead

                                  An 83-year-old missing woman from Walton Hills, Ohio has been found deceased.

                                • Snow emergencies issued, crash reports

                                • Man killed by train in Cleveland

                                  • VIDEO: 25+ vehicles in I-76 crash

                                  Investigators


                                  1. Lorain store accused of food stamp fraud

                                    Lorain store accused of food stamp fraud

                                    Agents with the Ohio Investigative Unit served a search warrant related to food stamp fraud at a Lorain convenience store Friday afternoon.

                                  2. Ohio earthquakes may have been prevented

                                    Ohio earthquakes may have been prevented

                                    An exclusive 5 On Your Side investigation found some earthquakes recorded in Youngstown, Ohio may have been prevented by more thorough seismic monitoring.

                                  3. Wastewater well permit requests up in OH

                                    Entertainment


                                    1. Whitney Houston dies

                                      Whitney Houston dies

                                      Whitney Houston, who ruled as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, died Saturday. She was 48.

                                      • First public photos of Blue Ivy Carter

                                        First public photos of Blue Ivy Carter

                                        She's been a sensation since she's been born, and now Blue Ivy has made her public debut.

                                        • Madonna: Not happy about M.I.A.

                                        • Orchid Mania blooms at Botanical Garden

                                        • L.A. police search for Madonna stalker