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• Police: Multiple people reportedly overdose at Alvis House

  09-04-2017 23:49
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Multiple people were taken to the hospital Sunday after reportedly overdosing at a halfway house in south Columbus.The Columbus Division of Police responded to a call of several overdoses just before 5 p.m. at Alvis House.Authorities said medics transported three people: one to Grant Medical Center and the other two to Mount Carmel West. All of them are expected to survive.The Columbus Fire Chief told 10TV that medics didn't have to perform CPR or use Narcan during the incident
  
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• Police: Multiple people reportedly overdose at Alvis halfway house

  09-04-2017 23:49
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Multiple people were taken to the hospital Sunday after reportedly overdosing at a halfway house in south Columbus.The Columbus Division of Police responded to a call of several overdoses just before 5 p.m. at the Alvis facility.Officials at Alvis are investigating how a client smuggled drugs onto the campus and are currently searching for any additional drugs.A total of five residents were discovered in overdose state, according toChief Operating Officer Phil Nunes.Two refused
  
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• a Hillbillya author JD Vance aims to invest time, venture capital in Ohio Updated at

  09-04-2017 23:09
  Although he achieved fame as the author of Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis, J.D. Vance says that the main reason he is coming home to Ohio has less to do with literary endeavors and more to do with his "day job." "I always wanted to move back, because it's home," said Vance, 32, in an interview.
  
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• Search continues for man accused of stealing guns, sending manifesto to Trump

  09-04-2017 23:05
  
  JANESVILLE, Wis. -- Authorities were stepping up patrols around southern Wisconsin churches as a precaution as they searched for a man suspected of stealing firearms from a gun store after threatening to carry out an unspecified attack.The Rock County Sheriff’s Office said 32-year-old Joseph Jakubowski expressed anti-religious views in a 161-page manifesto he sent to the White House. He is accused of taking handguns and rifles from a gun shop Tuesday night in Janesville, about 70 miles sou
  
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• Ohio student-athlete injured in off-campus party incident

  09-04-2017 22:31
  
  OXFORD, Ohio (AP) — A freshman basketball player at Wright State University has been seriously injured in an incident at an off-campus party in another university town.Multiple media reports say Ryan Custer was injured at the party Saturday in Oxford, where Miami University of Ohio is located.Custer was reported in critical condition at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
  
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• Egypt president declares state of emergency after Palm Sunday church attacks

  09-04-2017 22:24
  
  Egypt's President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has called for a state of emergency for three months after two suicide bombings killed scores of Christians in two church attacks on Palm Sunday.El-Sissi accused countries he didn't name of fueling instability in Egypt, saying that "Egyptians have foiled plots and efforts by countries and fascist, terrorist organizations that tried to control Egypt."The army chief-turned-president hasn't detailed the legal measures needed to declare the state of emergency
  
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• The Latest: US official condemns 'barbaric attacks' in Egypt

  09-04-2017 22:13
  
  CAIRO (AP) — The Latest on the bombing of two churches in Egypt (all times local):9:45 p.m.The U.S. State Department is condemning in the strongest terms what it calls the "barbaric attacks" on Christian places of worship in Egypt.Bombs at two Coptic churches in northern Egypt killed more than 40 people and wounded about 100 others on Palm Sunday. The Islamic State group is claiming responsibility for the explosions.In a statement Sunday, State Department spokesman Mark Toner says the U.S.
  
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• Doppler 10: Warm and breezy Monday

  09-04-2017 21:16
  This Evening: Simply beautiful spring evening. A few increasing clouds and warm. Temps in the low 70s, dipping into the 60s.
  Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. South wind 10-15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
  Monday: Partly sunny, breezy and well above average. High 74. SW wind 10-20 mph. A chance of showers and storms overnight into Tuesday morning.
  Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and storms early. High 71. W wind 10-15 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | We
  
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• Pope on Palm Sunday decries suffering from war, terrorism

  09-04-2017 21:10
  
  VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis on Sunday decried a deadly attack on a Coptic church in Egypt during Palm Sunday celebrations, just weeks before his planned visit to Cairo.The pontiff expressed his "deep condolences" to the Coptic patriarch, Tawadros II, calling him "my brother," to the Coptic church and "all of the dear Egyptian nation," and said he was praying for the dead and injured in the attack that occurred just hours earlier as Francis himself was marking Palm Sunday in St. Peter'
  
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• Fans say farewell to rock 'n' roll legend Chuck Berry

  09-04-2017 21:01
  
  ST. LOUIS (AP) — Fans lined up before dawn on Sunday to pay their final respects to music legend Chuck Berry, roughly three weeks after his death at age 90 near his hometown of St. Louis.The Pageant, a club where Berry often performed, opened its doors Sunday morning for a four-hour public viewing, which will be followed by a private service and celebration for the musician's family and friends.As fans filed past Berry's open casket, which has his beloved cherry-red Gibson ES-335 electric
  
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• Ohio lawmakers weigh bailout for FirstEnergy nuclear plants

  09-04-2017 20:50
  
  TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A bailout proposed for Ohio's two nuclear plants would keep alive a big source of jobs and tax money but end up increasing electricity rates for FirstEnergy Corp.'s customers in the state.It will be up to the legislature and Republican Gov. John Kasich whether to approve what would amount to a huge subsidy for the plants.While it's not known how much FirstEnergy's rates could go up, the increases would be capped at 5 percent.Exactly how much the plan would generate for
  
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• Attorney wants to move trial on charges from Ohio fire death

  09-04-2017 20:46
  
  HAMILTON, Ohio (AP) — The attorney for one of two men charged in a house fire that resulted in an Ohio firefighter's death wants his trial moved.Prosecutors allege homeowner Lester Parker solicited his nephew, William "Billy" Tucker, to set the fire that resulted in the death of a Hamilton firefighter in 2015. Patrick Wolterman died after falling through a floor of the burning home.Parker and Tucker have pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and arson and face trial in November.Tucker's
  
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• Police say Fla. mall gunman had just been fired from fitness center

  09-04-2017 20:43
  
  The gunman who shot and killed two managers at a Florida gym before turning the gun on himself had just been fired from the fitness center for workplace violence, police said Sunday.The Miami-Dade Police Department said in a statement Sunday that 33-year-old Abeku Wilson of Miami was let go from his job as a fitness trainer at the Equinox gym in Coral Gables on Saturday "due to work place violence and was escorted off the premises."Shortly after his dismissal, Wilson returned to the gym armed wi
  
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• US gas prices rise 9 cents over 2 weeks, to $2.43 a gallon

  09-04-2017 20:36
  
  CAMARILLO, Calif. (AP) — The average price of a gallon of regular-grade gasoline rose 9 cents nationally over the past two weeks, to $2.43.Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg said Sunday that increased oil prices and the U.S. missile strike on a Syrian air base contributed to the rise.She says that unless oil prices retreat quickly, consumers should expect gasoline prices to climb a few more cents.The national average is up 33 cents per gallon over the price a year ago.Gas in San Francisco wa
  
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• Teen asylum-seeker ID'd as suspect in Norway explosive case

  09-04-2017 19:55
  
  A 17-year-old asylum-seeker from Russia was arrested Sunday in connection with an explosive device found near a busy subway station in Norway's capital that police defused before it detonated, authorities said.The youth was detained on suspicion of handling explosives, but investigators do not know if he planned to carry out an attack with the homemade device, Signe Aaling, chief prosecutor for Norway's PST security service, said.Aaling described the explosive as "a primitive improvised explosiv
  
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• Delaware employee recognized by Interim Healthcare

  09-04-2017 18:41
  Salo Inc., Interim HealthCare's largest franchisee, recently announced its annual leader awards.The Columbus-based franchisee recognized local offices and individuals for outstanding performance in 2016, including Megan Gamble from Interim HealthCare of Delaware, who earned this year's Stella's Calling Award.Each year, the Stella's Calling Award is ... (more)
  
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• Alan Miller: Editorial page editor Barbara Carmen steeped in Columbus

  09-04-2017 14:11
  She was born in Columbus. She is a product of Columbus City Schools and Ohio State University.
  
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• South Dakota man gets $190 fine for letting snake slither freely

  09-04-2017 14:09
  
  A man who was fined for allowing his pet snake to slither freely in a South Dakota park said an animal control officer suggested he use a leash to restrain the reptile.Jerry Kimball said he initially thought the recommendation was a joke because it was April Fool's Day when he was fined $190 and ticketed last week for "animals running at large," told the Argus Leader (http://argusne.ws/2oMstxK )."He was literally asking me to put a rope around my snake," Kimball said. "I was like, 'Dude, no.' I
  
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• Swarm of bees injures 3, kills dog in Las Vegas

  09-04-2017 13:27
  
  Authorities say a swarm of bees in Las Vegas sent two people to the hospital and killed a dog.
  The Clark County Fire Department says people were running down a small street in Las Vegas while being chased by bees late Friday afternoon. Several ambulances responded and firefighters wore protective clothing to assist people during the swarm.
  Officials say two people were taken to the hospital with unknown injuries and one person was treated on the scene. “Our primary objective when we are re
  
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• Tech makes it easy for parents to snoop on their kids – but should they?

  09-04-2017 13:18
  
  It’s an age-old issue — parents snooping around to find out what their teenagers are secretly up to. Now technology has opened up whole new opportunities for both keeping secrets and snooping. So what are parents to do? CBS News contributor and psychologist Lisa Damour says that while parents might think they’re in the right keeping tabs on their teens’ digital lives, their kids might not respond well to this kind online snooping. “The impulse to snoop, like every o
  
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• Earth Day Columbus embarks on week-long community initiative

  09-04-2017 12:43
  
  Communities in and around Columbus are dedicating this week to making neighborhoods greener.
  When it started 11 years ago, Earth Day was a one-day event. Today, because of the need, organizers say it's now an entire week.
  It started Saturday, April 8, and goes through Saturday, April 15. There are 122 service sites throughout Central Ohio, which are hosted in dozens of communities.
  Volunteers are doing a list of chores, which includes removing invasive species, preparing community gardens, clean
  
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• 5 children injured when bounce house, inflatable slide goes airborne

  09-04-2017 12:43
  
  Five children were injured when an inflatable bounce house and slide were lifted into the air by a strong gust of wind at a church carnival in Taylors, South Carolina, according to the church and the Taylors fire department.The Springwell Church was holding their annual Spring Carnival when an inflatable slide and a bounce house went airborne around 2 p.m., CBS affiliate WSPA reports. The children were inside the bounce house when it went airborne, the Taylors Fire Department told WSPA. The boun
  
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• Palm Sunday church bombings in Egypt kill 44, wound dozens

  09-04-2017 12:17
  
  TANTA, Egypt (AP) - Suicide bombers struck hours apart at two Coptic churches in northern Egypt, killing 44 people and turning Palm Sunday services into scenes of horror and outrage at the government that led thepresident to call for a three-month state of emergency.The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the violence, adding to fears that extremists are shifting their focus to civilians, especially Egypt's Christian minority.The attacks in the northern cities of Tanta and Alexandria
  
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• Palm Sunday church bombings in Egypt kill 43, wound dozens

  09-04-2017 12:17
  
  TANTA, Egypt — Bombs exploded at two Coptic churches in different cities in northern Egypt as worshippers were celebrating Palm Sunday, killing at least 43 people and wounding about 100 in an assault claimed by the Islamic State group.The blasts came at the start of Holy Week leading up to Easter, and just weeks before Pope Francis is due to visit the Arab world's most populous country, which has been beset by extremist violence against its minority Christians.In the first attack, a bomb w
  
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• Death toll from Egypt church bombing rises to 21

  09-04-2017 12:17
  
  The Latest on a church bombing north of the Egyptian capital (all times local):11 a.m.An Egyptian official says a church bombing north of Cairo has killed 21 people and wounded another 38.Magdi Awad, the head of the provincial ambulance service, confirmed the toll from the bombing of a church in Tanta that was packed with Palm Sunday worshippers.No one immediately claimed the attack.Coptic Christians make up 10 percent of Egypt's population and have repeatedly been targeted by Islamic extremists
  
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• Church bombings in Cairo and Alexandria, Egypt kills dozens

  09-04-2017 12:17
  
  Islamic State group claims attacks on two Coptic churches in Egypt that killed dozens.A bomb exploded in a church north of Cairo that was packed with Palm Sunday worshippers, killing at least 26 people and wounding 71 others, officials said.The attack in the Nile Delta town of Tanta was the latest in a series of assaults on Egypt's Christian minority, which makes up around 10 percent of the population and has been repeatedly targeted by Islamic extremists. It comes just weeks before Pope Francis
  
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• Doppler 10: Sunny and above average

  09-04-2017 11:57
  Today: Beautiful day! Above average and breezy.High 74.Winds: South 10-15 mph.
  Tonight: Comfortable and clear.Low 52.Winds: South 8-11 mph.
  Tomorrow: Even warmer. Mix of sun and clouds during the day. Chance for rain late in the evening. High 75.Winds: South 15-17 mph, gusts at 28 mph.
  Tuesday: Cooling off some. Chance of rain early in the day.High 68.Winds: SW 8-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information: Going to be a fantastic day overall wi
  
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• Slain man, police officer who shot him, identified in Ohio

  09-04-2017 11:53
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - Police have released the identities of the Columbus officer who fired and of the slain man they say had pulled what turned out to be a BB gun from a bag as he stepped out of an ambulance.Police say the Thursday afternoon shooting happened near the St. Ann's hospital emergency room.Police say the man refused repeated requests to ... (more)
  
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• 1 person in critical condition after hit and run

  09-04-2017 09:02
  
  Columbus Police say one person is in critical condition after being hit by a car on E. 13th Avenue and Summit Street near The Ohio State University. Police say they are looking for the driver who took off. Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for updates on this story.
  
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• West Liberty student donates thousands of dollars to school after shooting

  09-04-2017 04:15
  It's amazing how quickly life can change.
  "Logan has amazed me from day one," said Ryan Cole, father of 16-year old Logan, a student at West Liberty-Salem High. "Some ups and downs, but definitely more ups!"
  In January, Ryan's son Logan was shot multiple times with a shotgun by a fellow student. He suffered injuries to his back, lung and mouth.
  "It's been very overwhelming," said Logan.
  Saturday, Logan stood before a large crowd at West Liberty-Salem for the school's athletic association banquet
  
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• Rose, Garcia tied for lead at Masters in prelude to finale

  09-04-2017 03:55
  
  AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Justin Rose had a back-nine charge so common at Augusta National. Sergio Garcia finally caught a good break in a major. Jordan Spieth got his name high on those famous white leaderboards, the only spot he has ever occupied on the weekend at the Masters.Saturday had something for everyone at the Masters, including the promise of more to come."Saturday's gone and now Sunday's coming — a very exciting Sunday," Garcia said after making a 7-foot par putt on the final h
  
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• Norway police neutralize explosive device, arrest suspect

  09-04-2017 03:35
  
  STAVANGER, Norway (AP) — Police in the Norwegian capital of Oslo said they neutralized an explosive device found in a busy area of downtown Oslo late Saturday night and said they had arrested a suspect.Police Chief Vidar Pedersen confirmed that the device, initially described as "bomb-like," was an explosive. The police Twitter account said it had been defused or neutralized.Police would not give any details about the suspect, or further information about the device.Pederson said the devic
  
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• Two Men Catch a Woman Cheating With a Fake Proposal

  09-04-2017 03:15
  Two men was dating the same girl so the two men got together and planned a fake proposal to catch the girl up with her cheating ways. Do you think these men went too far ? 3. The homie @djlukenastyy in the building tonight at #PowerFallFest.
  
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• US vows to keep up pressure on Syria after missile strikes

  09-04-2017 01:20
  
  PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The United States is vowing to keep up the pressure on Syria after the intense nighttime wave of missile strikes from U.S. ships, despite the prospect of escalating Russian ill will that could further inflame one of the world's most vexing conflicts.Standing firm, the Trump administration on Friday signaled new sanctions would soon follow the missile attack, and the Pentagon was even probing whether Russia itself was involved in the chemical weapons assault that com
  
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