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Yost Sues ‘Sham’ Animal Rescue Nonprofit Accused of Misusing Donations

A lawsuit filed today by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost accuses a purported animal welfare nonprofit of diverting charitable donations to bankroll a for-profit business that sold puppies.

3/9/2026

Columbiana County Woman, Nonprofit Indicted in Theft of $150K

A Columbiana County woman and her nonprofit organization have been indicted for allegedly stealing at least $150,000 in charitable donations, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today. 

3/6/2026

AG Yost Sues Storm-Chasing Contractor for Consumer Refunds Totaling $188K

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is suing a storm-chasing contractor accused of ghosting homeowners after accepting over $188,000 in customer payments for new roofs and siding replacements.

3/5/2026

AG Yost Warns Ohioans of Text Scam Claiming Outstanding Parking, Toll Fines

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost warns about a scam involving text messages that claim recipients owe unpaid parking or toll fines and must pay immediately or appear in court.

3/5/2026

Another Defendant Pleads Guilty in Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Case

A ninth defendant pleaded guilty today in connection with a Mahoning Valley human trafficking sex ring, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene announced. 

3/3/2026
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