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Over 70 cats, 3 dogs rescued from ‘biohazard' hoarding conditions in Ohio
72 cats and three dogs were seized from a person accused of hoarding them in two 'biohazard' houses in Ohio, according to our CBS affiliate WOIO-19 TV. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Local man arrested on child molestation warrant after 'intensive investigation' Robocaller behind millions of illegal calls in Ohio permanently banned, attorney general announces Man with filet knife arrested after standoff in Mercer County The complaint reported that several cats were living in inhumane conditions in an Ashtabula house. On May 15, an ACAPL officer and an Astabula dog warden responded to the house and found biohazardous conditions, according to a social media post from the league. 'With urine soaked floors, and a flea infestation and the majority of the cats requiring urgent veterinary care it was decided to remove the animals,' the post said. Over 40 cats were rescued from the house. The ACAPL told WOIO-19 that many of the cats were suffering from an upper respiratory infection from the fecal matter and ammonia odor. Some of the cats were blind or only had one healthy eye, ACAPL said. Two of the cats had to get surgery to remove their entire eyeballs and optic nerve, WOIO-19 reported. While investigating the animal hoarding, authorities found a second location this week where the same person kept pets in unsanitary conditions. 28 cats and three dogs were rescued from this location. The league reported the property to the health department because conditions were 'uninhabitable for both animals and humans.' The ACAPL told WOIO-19 that these cats were in better health than those rescued from the first property. Some have already been treated and cleared for adoption, the league added. The conditions of the rescued dogs were not immediately available. 'This case has led to an overwhelming number of cats now in our care,' the league said on social media. WOIO-19 reported that the league must take all strays and animals seized by the warden due to a contract with the county. On May 20, the league posted to social media asking other rescues and shelters to help out and accept transfers. According to WOIO-19, most of the cats and kittens rescued in this investigation can't be adopted yet due to age or health. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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6 hours ago
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Federal government to close Peachtree Summit building, moves forward with sale plan
A federal report on the various properties owned by the government said closing down a building in Atlanta would save taxpayers more than $700 million. The government is now moving forward with plans to sell Peachtree Summit Federal Building, and 10 others. The Public Building Reform Board released a report on May 22 recommending to close the Peachtree Summit Federal Building, saying it wasn't being used enough and would cost too much to modernize it. The Atlanta federal building was among 11 sites to be consolidated or closed, according to the PBRB report. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: A trip to a GA Burger King's drive-thru led to a high school graduate's dream he never saw coming 'Honestly, I just miss my wife': Alpharetta newlyweds separated after ICE arrests wife 'It was startling': Buckhead couple detail finding starving dog that led to R&B singer's arrest Collectively, the federal agency said closing or selling the lot would save Americans about $5.4 billion and generate $346 million from the sales. After going over the report, the PBRB said it was moving forward with putting the buildings up for sale, including Peachtree Summit. The Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget made the announcement, saying 'OMB fully supports increasing the effectiveness and cost efficiency of the Federal real property portfolio, and the disposition of these properties furthers that goal. Therefore, I am approving the Board's recommendation with direction to the Administrator of GSA to effectuate the sales in a manner that meets statutory requirements.' [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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6 hours ago
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Man with filet knife arrested after standoff in Mercer County
A man armed with a filet knife was arrested after a standoff in Mercer County Friday morning, according to a social media post from the Celina Police Department. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Celina police responded to a domestic violence call in the 500 block of S Walnut Street before 9 a.m. TRENDING STORIES: Local spa accused of operating as brothel; 2 arrested Popular music center gets a new name, $60 million gift to transform the venue Loretta Swit, 'Hot Lips' Houlihan on 'M*A*S*H,' dies at 87 Authorities received reports that Dustin Lawson, 39, allegedly assaulted two women. Upon arrival, officers saw Lawson standing in the doorway of the home with a 10-inch filet knife, according to the post. Lawson then barricaded himself inside and a 90-minute standoff began. The post indicates that a 15-year-old was inside the home, but authorities were able to remove the child through a bedroom window. Lawson came out of the house multiple times but wouldn't surrender. A less-lethal shotgun with bean bag rounds was used, but Lawson ran back inside and locked the door, according to the post. As police started breaking down the front door, Lawson tried to run outside through the back door. Officers stopped Lawson at the back of the house and arrested him without further incident, the post said. Lawson was booked into the Mercer County Jail on domestic violence, assault, inducing panic, obstructing official business, and resisting arrest charges. At the time of this incident, Lawson was out on bond for a prior felony charge, the post said. Mercer County Court of Common Pleas records show that Lawson was on bond for a failure to comply with an order or signal of a police officer charge. The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office is reviewing this case. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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Marietta stone product manufacturer cited by USDOL for safety issues, to pay $120,000 in penalties
The U.S. Department of Labor said it was citing a Marietta-based stone product manufacturer for safety violations and ordering it to pay $120,000 in penalties. According to a USDOL announcement, Art Stone-Granite & Marble Inc. in Marietta was investigated in April 2024 for safety violations and health issues. Five months later, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited the company for two repeat violations and 13 serious violations, with OSHA saying the company had not provided workers with protection against hazards like silica dust and occupational-related noise. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: Burned body found at Stone Mountain Park Henry County changing alert system after warnings didn't go out in time for tornado touchdown 'It was startling': Buckhead couple detail finding starving dog that led to R&B singer's arrest Now, USDOL said the company had failed to administer the hearing conservation and respiratory protection programs it needed to and was levying penalties in addition to ordering corrective actions be taken. "The company will pay $120,000 in penalties, take action to correct the hazardous conditions, and put steps in place to prevent recurrence," USDOL said. In response to Channel 2 Action News, an Art Stone-Granite & Marble spokesman said in part that the health and safety of employees has always been their top priority and they are "currently working through the citation and appeal process, we remain committed to full cooperation with OSHA and to implementing any improvements necessary to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for our team." The company also said they had previously raised concerns about the testing methods from a 2023 inspection but had not gotten a clear answer in response. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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20 hours ago
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At least 7 in GA sickened in Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says a Salmonella outbreak connected to cucumbers has sickened at least seven people in Georgia. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The CDC and public health officials are investigating a multi-state Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers. RELATED STORY: Georgia Grown cucumbers not impacted by recent recall, GA agriculture department says Those recalled cucumbers should be no longer for sale. As of May 23, the CDC reports there have been 45 cases and 16 hospitalizations in 18 states. No deaths have been reported. TRENDING STORIES: Delta flight with nearly 200 on board forced to turn back to Atlanta over pressurization issue North GA man accused of trying to force woman into his truck with crossbow 'Honestly, I just miss my wife': Alpharetta newlyweds separated after ICE arrests wife The health agency cautioned that the true number of sick people is likely much higher than the number reported. Many people recover without seeking medical care and without being tested for Salmonella. Salmonella bacteria can make people sick with an illness called salmonellosis, the CDC said. The bacteria is a leading cause of food-borne illnesses, hospitalizations and deaths. People who are young, old or have weakened immune systems are particularly at risk for severe infections, health officials say. Talk to your physician if you have concerning symptoms, including diarrhea and/or vomiting that lasts longer than two days, blood in your stool or urine, a fever higher than 102 degrees and signs of dehydration. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
