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Dayton officials warn of flooding and street closures due to heavy rain in Southwest Ohio, while the Senior Resource Connection and The Cantina announce their closures, impacting local seniors and food scene. The city also mourns the deaths of Mary Naples and Gary Cooper, longtime Dayton community members.

Dayton law enforcement is investigating a fatal shooting in a neighborhood following a confrontation late Monday night, with a 47-year-old man killed, and another shooting on Custer Place leaving a resident critically injured. The city also mourns the loss of longtime residents Ray Blowers and Thomas Spahr, as event planners prepare for a busy weekend of festivals and cultural gatherings.

Dayton police confirm a fatal shooting in a residential area with one fatality and an arrest, while Dayton Public Schools criticize a new Ohio education bill. Home prices rise in Dayton due to low inventory, and a Shark Tank ice cream chain plans a Miami Valley location.

Dayton authorities are investigating a shooting in the East End neighborhood and facing internal changes after a major's resignation and the suspension of the Flock program. A Memorial Day ceremony at Dayton National Cemetery honored local veterans as the city also prepares for scattered showers and cooler temperatures.

Dayton's Local Wire faced technical issues preventing today's full report from being generated, prompting a delay in the complete local news roundup. The station urged listeners to check back tomorrow for updates on key city topics like infrastructure projects, school board decisions, and community safety initiatives.

Dayton's Local Wire update highlights recent obituaries for Helen Sills, David Barber, Donald Hilgeford, Cristy Coppock, and Willie Moore, along with plans for expanded bike lanes on East Third Street. The episode also covers Dayton's weather forecast with a 40% chance of showers and mild temperatures.

Dayton law enforcement made two major drug seizures this week, including 75 pounds of marijuana and 500 pounds of marijuana derivatives found in a neighborhood raid. The city also continued to gain international attention following the NATO Parliamentary Assembly event held there in 2025.

Dayton law enforcement executed Operation Spring Cleaning, arresting over 120 individuals in human trafficking crackdowns across Ohio. The city also announced updates on the Dayton road diet project, which includes lane reshaping and new bike paths in downtown.

Dayton police arrested a 18-year-old during a SWAT standoff on Bluecrest Avenue and made a second arrest later that day. Ohio launched a $20 million marijuana education campaign targeting areas like Dayton, while a historic village between Columbus and Dayton gains attention for its opera house and local eateries.

Dayton's Local Wire update covers Floyd Jones' legacy obituary, SNAP program cuts impacting Gem City Market shoppers, and the opening of the 2nd Street Outdoor Farmers Market. It also highlights Kettering and Dayton police collaboration on license plate reader data sharing.

Dayton: Gunfire erupted near Anna Street on Sunday, prompting police investigations, and schools closed due to AC failures, raising concerns about infrastructure and education reforms. Two local residents, Ricky Brown and Michael Graham, passed away, with community tributes planned.

Dayton's Wright-Patterson Council of Governments is advancing radio license plans for the military base, impacting local broadcasting and emergency response, while summer-like heat and storm warnings urge residents to prepare for weather shifts. Longtime Daytonian Henry Duke's legacy of community service is remembered, and Ed Rike Plumbing is hosting a free indoor air quality workshop.

Dayton: Emergency crews are responding to an entrapment incident at the Dayton Mall involving an automated machine, while the community mourns the recent deaths of Henry Duke, Daniel Lea, and William Woods, with memorial services planned. The Local Wire also covers today’s weather forecast for Dayton.

Dayton residents should stay alert after a serious crash south of the city involving a vehicle entering the wrong lane, and prepare for showers and storms with a 73% chance of precipitation. The final day to vote for Best of Dayton is here, with local businesses and food trucks adjusting to rising costs and upcoming festivals.

Dayton residents should be aware of a multi-vehicle crash in Miamisburg leaving one hospitalized and a roadway closed, plus rising thunderstorm chances with heavy rain and gusty winds this weekend. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host a drone light show Saturday, while local tributes honor Shirley Dix and Ralph Stegner.

Dayton police are investigating two shootings overnight, including a critical injury in a residential neighborhood and another downtown, as officials urge residents to stay alert. The Ohio legislature also formed a new committee to address data center development's impact on the region's environment and infrastructure.

Dayton: A local man faces narcotics trafficking charges worth over $25,000 in Scioto County, while the Miami Valley's small-business growth continues with new eateries and retail expansions. Weekend events include the USS Cincinnati memorial opening and Spring Fest in Cincinnati, plus obituaries for Marilyn Moscowitz and Edward Taylor.

Dayton residents should be aware of a gas main rupture near Dayton-Xenia and Hanes roads, causing traffic diversions and safety alerts, and a rollover crash on I-75 southbound leaving two hospitalized. The Ohio Consumers’ Counsel is also pushing to pause AES rate hikes amid concerns over rising electric bills.

Dayton, Tennessee's Strawberry Festival kicks off this weekend with live music and food vendors, while city officials finalize a pedestrian safety plan for Main Street. Local schools release graduation dates and the city council votes on funding for new science labs and tech upgrades.

Dayton's Local Wire highlights the passing of James Hardrick, Barbara Griffin, Patricia Davison, Carolyn Bailey, and Carolyn Horan, all celebrated for their community impact. The episode covers local obituaries, memorial events, and tributes to Dayton residents who shaped the city's social and educational landscape.

Dayton law enforcement is investigating a deadly robbery at a Tri-State business with a suspect still at large and a shooting that left one dead, while bomb threats led to the evacuation of four Kettering schools. Premier Health is expanding free mammography screenings to boost early breast cancer detection in the community.

Dayton fire crews responded to a blaze at a barber shop on the east side early May 8, 2026, causing significant damage and one minor injury, while Franklin County voters approved charter amendments impacting zoning and city council powers. Penn Station will honor a local hero during the May 12 Dragons Game with the “Local Athlete of the Year” award, and longtime Dayton resident Don McGhee passed a...

Dayton: Assault charges filed against Dayton University Hall of Famer and leading scorer, and jury begins retrial for former Ohio deputy accused of killing Black man. Two longtime Dayton residents, Bruce Klein and Kerry Berkey, die and will be honored in upcoming memorial services.

Dayton residents are dealing with the aftermath of a fatal shooting in downtown involving a 24-year-old man, as authorities investigate and community safety remains a focus. Election day activity continued with tight races and ongoing ballot processing, while the Dayton Daily News honored Debra Davison with a heartfelt obituary and upcoming memorial service.

Dayton police are closely watching two major criminal cases, including a Dayton teen charged as an adult in a 2025 rape and kidnapping and a 16-year-old accused of attacking a woman in a daycare parking lot. The city also honors Alyce Jenkins, a Dayton resident who passed away in 2026, while celebrating Star Wars-themed events across the region.