$1 Million Bond Set in Child Sex Case: Man Charged With 10 Counts of Rape
A $1 million bond has been set for a man accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a minor, according to the Scioto ...
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“A Digital Lifeline Pulled”: Scioto County Library Ends Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot Program
For many families in Scioto County, a small black box from the library meant the difference between being connected and...
Crack-Smoking Mom? Motel Mystery Deepens After Bizarre Calls to Red Roof Inn
Scioto County Sheriff’s deputies were pulled into a strange and confusing situation at the Red Roof Inn after a report that sounded...
Tire Iron Assault Reported on Gallia Street
Portsmouth Police officers handled a mix of assault claims, welfare checks, and calls tied to homelessness and mental health concerns...
Thousands Charged, Questions Raised After Elderly Woman’s Card Flagged for Suspicious Use
It began with a call from a bank — and quickly turned into a troubling look at who may have...
“Choose Your Portsmouth”: SCDN Publisher Mark Craycraft Issues Urgent Call to Action Amidst Historic Economic Boom
In a poignant and impassioned monologue, SCDN Publisher Mark Craycraft recently addressed the citizens of Scioto County, delivering a message...
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Man Charged With Aggravated Murder —Details Still Scarce
A man who has spent years drifting between Scioto County and Illinois is now sitting in jail facing the most serious charge possible under Ohio law. Darius Herron, who has given addresses in Chicago, is currently being held in the Scioto County Jail on charges...
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Breaking Now: Man Arrested in Child Rape
BREAKING NEWS: Otway Man Arrested on Ten Rape Charges Involving Teen An Otway man is behind bars after investigators say...
12 Smart Ways Southern Ohio Residents Stay Warm Without Power
Winter in Southern Ohio can be unforgiving. Ice storms, heavy winds along the river valley, and aging power infrastructure mean...
Walmart Call Turns Into Drug Arrests
It started with suspicious movement on store cameras — and ended with handcuffs, syringes, and a tow truck in the...
Frantic Texts Trigger Emergency Response, But Help Has Limits
It began with a text message that sent friends racing to a home — and ended with an ambulance ride,...
Troubled Homeless Woman Arrested—At Least She’s Safe From the Cold Tonight
In the middle of frigid winter weather, officers were called once again to deal with a familiar problem—this time at a Washington...
Overdose at Kroger Caps Chaotic Night of Calls Along Gay Street
A possible overdose inside Kroger ended a long, strange evening for officers, but it was far from the first unusual call police handled...
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8 Things Google Uses Data Centers For: You’re Probably Using One Right Now
A lot of people asked the same question, “What exactly do for ME? Here’s 8 Things Google Uses Data Centers For YOU. Google data centers power: Gmail (your email) Google Photos (your backups and memories) YouTube (every video you stream) Google Search (literally billions of searches...
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Already Facing Serious Charges, Man Arrested in Domestic Chaos That Didn’t Stop There
He was already in legal trouble — and then the domestic calls started coming in. According to a report from...
Snow-Covered Sidewalks Push Man With Walker Into Street—Officers Step In to Help
Snow and ice aren’t just an inconvenience—they can become a real hazard for people who rely on walkers, wheelchairs, or other mobility aids. ...
Good Deed, Bad Outcome: Man Lets Stranger In for a Drink—Wallet Stolen
An act of kindness on Grandview Avenue turned into a costly lesson, and police say it’s a reminder that helping...
Ice, Snow, and Spinouts: Winter Weather Keeps Portsmouth Police on the Move
Slippery roads and untreated streets turned Portsmouth into a rolling obstacle course, keeping officers busy all afternoon and evening as winter weather...
8 Things Google Uses Data Centers For: You’re Probably Using One Right Now
A lot of people asked the same question, “What exactly do for ME? Here’s 8 Things Google Uses Data Centers For...
Busted! 01/29/26 New Arrests in Portsmouth, Ohio – Scioto County Mugshots
The Scioto County Jail is currently housing 165 inmates. An arrest is not a conviction. All parties are presumed innocent...
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