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Man Wanted on Drug Charges Arrested in Wheeling

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37-year-old James Ferguson of Wheeling is behind bars as of Wednesday afternoon. He was wanted on a federal bond violation on drug charges. More>>

Four Accused of Using Scrap Metal Money to Buy Heroin in Steubenville

Two of the four suspects are pictured. Two of the four suspects are pictured.
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Four people have been arrested for allegedly stealing copper from Weirton Steel and then selling the material at a scrap yard; after which, they used the money to buy heroin in Steubenville. More>>

Serena Williams Under Fire for Comments on Steubenville Rape Video included

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Tennis great Serena Williams is under fire for comments she made on the Steubenville rape. More>>

No Accidents in Martins Ferry Since Signal Change, But Plenty of Road Rage Reported Video included

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For almost 20 years, Martins Ferry officials have asked the Ohio Department of Transportation to change the traffic light at Hanover Street and Route 7, a scene of many accidents. More>>

Alaska Fugitive Arrested in Toronto, Ohio Video included

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Troy Tysdal is wanted for three counts of sexual abuse of a minor. Authorities in Alaska tipped off the Mountain State Fugitive Task Force that Tysdal might be located in our area. More>>

UPDATE: Marshall County Man Accused of Making Threats Against President Indicted

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Ryan Kirker, 20, of McMechen, has been charged  by an Elkins Grand Jury with the felony offense of "threats against the president." More>>

Mayors Say 'No Soda' for Those on Government Food Vouchers Video included

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The mayors of Philadelphia, New York, Los Angeles and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting government food vouchers be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks. More>>

Bridgeport Home in Which Three Children Were Killed in Fire is Demolished Video included

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Workers are cleaning up the remains of a devastating fire three months ago that claimed the lives of three children and severely injured their parents in Bridgeport this week. More>>

13-Year-Old Drunk Driver Leads Police on Car Chase Video included

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Police were led on a wild chase through an Iowa town that ended with the suspect crashing into a tree. The real surprise police say, was found behind the wheel.The suspect is a 13-year-old boy who police More>>

Man Sought by Wheeling Police on Malicious Wounding, Stalking Charges

Larry Nassar Cheak is wanted on charges of malicious wounding, burglary and stalking Larry Nassar Cheak is wanted on charges of malicious wounding, burglary and stalking
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Larry Nassar Cheak, 30, is wanted by the Wheeling Police Department on charges of malicious wounding, burglary and stalking. Police advise Cheak has violent tendencies, may be armed and is considered dangerous. Lauttamus Crime Fighters Tip Line at 1-800-223-0312 More>>

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