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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
Ohio business accused of selling body armor that doesn't work to police; it was actually from China
Ohio's Attorney General is suing a body armor company accused of selling unsafe equipment. ShotStop Ballistics sold body armor through its website and other retailers, according to Ohio Attorney General David Yost. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The company claimed it or its affiliate, Vallmar Studios, made the armor and it met National Institute of Justice safety standards, according to the Attorney General's Office. 'Armor is meant to save lives, not sell lies. Consumers deserve to know that this type of equipment is going to provide the protection promised,' Yost said in a news release. TRENDING STORIES: Sergeant fired after sexual misconduct allegations could get job back; city to appeal decision Student says school has gone months without teaching math; school says math 'looks different' The reason dandelions have taken over the Miami Valley An investigation involving several federal and state agencies found evidence ShotStop in Summit County was importing Chinese-made plates then labeling them as manufactured in Ohio, according to the Attorney General's Office. Investigators say the plates did not meet safety standards to protect people. In a separate criminal case, Vall Iliev is charged with smuggling foreign-made body armer and selling it to law enforcement and others, according to the Northern District of Ohio U.S. Attorney's Office. The lawsuit from the Ohio Attorney General is seeking restitution for customers who bought the body armor. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ohio cracking down on ‘shady' car dealerships
A half dozen car dealerships are facing lawsuits from Ohio Attorney General David Yost, according to a news release. The Attorney General's Office says the dealerships are accused of violating Ohio's consumer Sales Practices Act and the Certificate of Motor Vehicles Act. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The dealerships did not provide titles to dozens of cars after they were sold, according to the release. Car titles provide legal proof of who actually owns the car and you cannot register a vehicle without one. 'Buying a used car without knowing the dealer's reputation is a roll of the fuzzy dice. Reading online reviews and checking for a history of complaints could spare you the headache of a bad deal,' said Yost. TRENDING STORIES: ATF agents serving search warrant at Fairborn home City leaders tell homeless encampment to leave local park Popular seasonal ice cream shop not reopening for 2025 season The Attorney General's Office says they sued Sirius Motors in Butler County, Highway 22 Auto Sales in Fairfield County, Robinson Auto in Fayette county, Ohio Luxury Imports in Licking County, Automax of Canton in Stark County and Prestige Family Cars in Wood County. More than $300,000 was paid to the victims from the Title Defect Recision Fund. The fund helps consumers who do not receive car titles within 40 days of purchase. If you believe you are the victim of unfair or deceptive practices, the Attorney General's Office says you can file a complaint with the Consumer Protection Section Section at or by calling 1-800-282-0515. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Boston Globe
03-04-2025
- Politics
- Boston Globe
Immigration officials raid Washington state roofing company and arrest over 3 dozen people
The people detained were taken away in two buses, Fuerte said, adding that he has never seen such a raid in his 12 years at the company. Advertisement ICE spokesperson David Yost said in a statement that the officers executed a federal search warrant 'based on an ongoing criminal investigation into the unlawful employment of aliens without legal work authorization in violation of federal law.' Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up The 37 people who were arrested had 'fraudulently represented their immigration status and submitted fraudulent documents and/or information to seek employment,' Yost said. Mt. Baker Roofing said in an afternoon statement that it was 'fully cooperating with the authorities while also ensuring that our employees are treated fairly and respectfully under the law.' ICE says it made 32,809 arrests in President Donald Trump's first 50 days in office. That was a daily average of 656, up from 311 during the 12-month period that ended Sept. 30. Such numbers, while higher than those seen during the Biden administration, are far from the mass deportations that Trump campaigned on. So far the president has avoided the large-scale factory and office raids that characterized his first term and that of a Republican predecessor, George W. Bush, but there have been scattered and smaller operations. Advertisement Criminal charges against business owners are extremely rare, though fines are common.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ohio teachers retirement board reverses decision on Target lawsuit
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKBN) – The board of the Ohio State Teachers Retirement System has agreed to join a lawsuit against Target and DEI policies Attorney General David Yost said tanked the retailer's stock and ultimately impacted investors, including STRS. STRS had initially decided not to pursue the lawsuit and said it could still have benefitted from the class action lawsuit filed in Florida as an impacted party. STRS changed its course following a letter from Yost several days ago admonishing the board for declining his advice to be a lead plaintiff. Yost claims that Target's DEI policies violated securities rules and cost the STRS fund $5 million. The class action claims that Target violated federal securities laws when it 'misled' investors with false claims and misleading statements about its environment, social and governance (ESG), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mandates. Yost added that national retailer engaged in several DEI and LBGTQ+initiatives that resulted in disastrous 'Pride Month' marketing that led to widespread customer boycotts that severely impacted Target and its stock price, 'wiping out an estimated $25 billion in market capitalization.' He also said that Target downplayed those market concerns to investors. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- Yahoo
AG, travel center and truckers team up against human trafficking
WEST LAKE, Ohio (WKBN) – Ohio Attorney General David Yost announced Tuesday that his office is teaming up with Ohio-based Travel America (TA) and Truckers Against Human Trafficking (TAT) to support his Human Trafficking Initiative (HTI). TAT is distributing bumper stickers for truckers to place in their rigs that feature the hotline 844-END-OHHT. The hotline will also be displayed on screens inside TA stores throughout Ohio. 'If you see something, say something – under this new partnership, truck drivers and other motorists will be educated and reminded to report human trafficking to law enforcement,' Yost said. 'Their awareness on the road can save a life.' Human trafficking awareness training is available to transportation industry groups and communities through both Truckers Against Trafficking and Yost's Human Trafficking Initiative. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
