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Taking aim at cold-hearted romance scammers

In 2025, Americans age 60 or older reported losing $584 million to romance scams — a 50% increase from losses reported the previous year, according to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center.

9/18/2026

Rittman PD ‘healing’ after sergeant’s death

Sgt. Scott Ries, a 10-year veteran of the Rittman PD, had worked in law enforcement for 30 years.

9/18/2026

Ohio prosecutors, law enforcement lose mentor and friend to retirement

Deputy Attorney General for Law Enforcement Carol O’Brien retired in August, concluding a storied public-service career.

9/18/2026

Home-schooled in the Law

Father’s background, influence helped to fuel AG Wilson’s support for law enforcement, commitment to public service.
 

9/18/2026