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2 days ago
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Hope remains to save historic Catholic church engulfed in flames, Archdiocese says
There's a chance crews might be able to save a historic church that went up in flames on Thursday. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's John Bedell has spent the day in Maria Stein working to learn more about the fire and the impact it's had on the community. He'll have the latest tonight on News Center 7 at 5:00 and 6:00. TRENDING STORIES: 'Hard to just stand and watch;' Fire engulfs, destroys Catholic church built in 1891 Loretta Swit, 'Hot Lips' Houlihan on 'M*A*S*H,' dies at 87 Kettering Health warns of spam communication amid cyberattack Crews were called to the fire at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Maria Stein around 2:30 p.m. on Thursday. Workers on the roof were placing shingles when they saw smoke and called 911. Large flames and black smoke were later seen coming from the church. >> PHOTOS: Smoke, flames pour from large fire at local Catholic church The steeple of the church eventually collapsed during the fire. The church hasn't been cleared as safe to go inside yet, but crews started the salvage work from the outside on Friday. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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2 days ago
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Suspect in domestic situation shot after police chase in Ohio; 1 officer injured
A suspect was shot after shooting at law enforcement and then causing a chase in Marysville on Friday morning, according to our news partners, WBNS. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Officers were called to a domestic dispute on White Oak Court around 2:15 a.m. When they got to the scene, they found the suspect and interacted with him. During that interaction, the suspect reportedly pulled out a gun and fired shots at the officers from inside his vehicle, WBNS reported. The officers returned fire, but the suspect then drove off from the scene, hitting multiple vehicles, including a Marysville police cruiser, in the process. TRENDING STORIES: Kettering Health warns of spam communication amid cyberattack 22-year-old man killed in head-on crash in Northern Miami Valley 'Hard to just stand and watch;' Large fire destroys historic Catholic church The suspect was later found at State Route 31 and U.S. 33. He then started going west on U.S. 33, leading to a chase with law enforcement. WBNS reported that the chase ended when the suspect's vehicle stopped in the median while on U.S. 33. The suspect got out of the vehicle with his firearm, and a Union County Sheriff's Office approached him. Shots were fired, and the suspect was hit multiple times. The suspect was taken to a Marysville hospital before being transported to a hospital in Columbus. His condition is unknown at this time. Police confirmed with WBNS that a Marysville officer was injured during the shooting incident at the original scene. That officer was taken to a hospital and was later released. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation was contacted to help with the investigation. Police have also confirmed that the suspect is expected to face several felony charges. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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2 days ago
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Kettering Health warns of spam communication amid cyberattack
Kettering Health's CEO is warning staff and patients about possible scam messages. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] In a letter to Kettering Health team members and physician partners, Mike Gentry said they still do not know with certainty who is behind the cyberattack that happened 10 days ago. 'What we do know is that a relatively small subset of our data was accessed,' Gentry said. 'Once our analysis is complete, we will notify individuals that were impacted.' TRENDING STORIES: Kettering Health works to return to normal amid payroll, MyChart issues from cyberattack 22-year-old man killed in head-on crash in Northern Miami Valley 'Hard to just stand and watch;' Large fire destroys historic Catholic church The hospital network also noted that employees, partners, or community members may be targeted with scam communications, including fraudulent emails, calls, or text messages. Anyone who receives suspicious communications is asked to use caution: Do not respond, click links, or open attachments. Hang up immediately if contacted by phone. Report suspicious messages to the police. Gentry also said phone restoration would begin Friday and take several days to complete. The network's Epic functionality is expected to increase throughout all of next week. 'There are daily stories about KH team members going beyond what is expected–thank you. The appreciation for your work is real–and being acknowledged by patients and the community," Gentry said in the letter to staff. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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3 days ago
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Kettering Health works to return to normal amid payroll, MyChart issues from cyberattack
It's been nine days since Kettering Health Network was hit with a ransomware cyberattack. They say their specialty care offices are now open for walk-in visits from established patients. This announcement comes 24 hours after they said their emergency departments are back to being fully operational, and able to take patients brought in by first responders. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] On average, when Harrison Township medics leave their fire station, half the time they are taking a patient to a Kettering Health facility. These medics stay busy, doing emergency runs over 20 times per day, according to the Harrison Township Fire Chief Michael Crist. TRENDING STORIES: Smoke, flames pour from large fire at local Catholic church Ohio lawmakers work together to ban ticket, arrest quotas for law enforcement Sheetz to open 10th Dayton-area location; to offer free soda, coffee When News Center 7 spoke to Crist, his department had been able to take patients to any Kettering Health emergency room for about a day since the cyber attack diverted them last Tuesday. 'We've been partners with the Kettering Network for a very long time,' Crist said. 'Fortunately for us, our crews are there a lot, every single day. So being able to be back in that hospital and back in that network as it normally would be, without any kind of diversion status is a very good thing for our community.' News Center 7 spoke with a Kettering Health spokesperson about payroll after we received an internal message that read in part, 'employees will be paid tomorrow, May 28, though we anticipate short falls that will need corrections.' One employee claims they were short $1,100 on this paycheck. 'Employees received their pay on schedule. Guidance from Kettering Health Human Resources has been shared with leaders to help employees if their pay is incorrect. We will work with any employee to ensure they are paid accurately throughout this situation,' Kettering Health said. 'We are very grateful for the patience and understanding our employees have shown during this time.' News Center 7 asked about getting prescriptions to pharmacies and getting them filled. Kettering Health says existing patients can reach their retail pharmacies and staff here. Patients can also bring their empty prescription bottles to their practice location for refills. When asked about internal lab blood work, Kettering Health says they are fully prepared for tests while their technology is down. News Center 7 asked again Thursday, and Kettering Health said it still does not have a specific timeline on the availability of MyChart or when elective surgeries will fully resume. Right now the health network says elective surgeries are 'on a case-by-case basis' and is telling patients to show up to scheduled appointments or surgeries unless a clinical team calls you to reschedule. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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3 days ago
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Why Cybersecurity ETFs Deserve a Spot in Your Portfolio
As the adoption of AI technology accelerates, the need for cybersecurity becomes increasingly evident, with cybercrime evolving into a global crisis. Cyberattacks are on the rise as an increasing number of companies across various sectors are integrating generative AI into their daily operations, making companies more vulnerable to cyberattacks. As corporate investments in AI continue to rise, a correlated and inevitable increase in cybersecurity spending is becoming evident. Increased cyber-attacks on crucial sectors, like healthcare, utilities and finance, have the potential to disrupt the economic stability of the broader economy. The recent ransomware attack on Kettering Health, a network of 14 medical centers serving a large portion of Ohio, highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyberattacks. The U.S. healthcare sector has long been a prime target for cybercriminals, who have often exploited the urgency of patient care to demand payment. According to CNN, the sector reported more than 440 ransomware attacks and data breaches to the FBI last year, more than any other critical infrastructure sector. In today's landscape, increasing cybersecurity spending is vital. Any setbacks to critical infrastructure could have severe consequences for the economy, making robust cybersecurity measures an essential investment. The dependency of companies on the digital landscape, driven by the rise of e-commerce and growing consumer reliance on online marketplaces, has increased companies' vulnerability to cyber threats. The Marks & Spencer cyberattack is just one example in a growing list of breaches. According to BBC, having fallen victim to a significant ransomware attack that began over Easter, the retail company halted taking online orders in late April, with the disruption expected to continue until July. Marks and Spencer confirmed that some customer data was compromised. The financial fallout from the cyberattack is drastic, with the company reporting an estimated loss of £300 million, amounting to a staggering 30% reduction in profits, as quoted on BBC. Since the incident, the share price of the company has taken a hit, erasing over half a billion pounds off its market value. Companies are not only vulnerable to financial losses from cyberattacks but also risk serious reputational damage, especially when customer data security is compromised. Growing geopolitical crises has brought cybersecurity under the spotlight. The increasing use of attacks by hackers underscores the need for more robust cybersecurity measures, especially given the growing reliance on digital infrastructure within defense systems and the shift of global conflict to a new digital front. According to Globe News Wire, as the complexity of warfare in the digital domain continues to evolve, investment in military-grade cybersecurity solutions has become strategically imperative. This trend can be highlighted by the use of cyberattacks in recent geopolitical conflicts, such as those between India-Pakistan and Russia-Ukraine. Cybersecurity is becoming a cornerstone of modern defense strategies, with the global military cybersecurity market poised for substantial growth between 2025 and 2034. In the same period, the market is projected to witness a CAGR of 7.5%, reaching a valuation of $52 billion by 2034. The need for companies to invest in cybersecurity remains constant, regardless of market conditions. The cybersecurity space remains promising, anticipated to witness a CAGR of 14.3% from 2024 to 2032, reaching a valuation of $562.72 billion in 2032, according to Fortune Business Insights. Investors with a long-term horizon can capitalize on increasing investments in the sector. Below, we highlight a few ETFs for investors to tap into the promising sector. First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF CIBR, Amplify Cybersecurity ETF HACK, iShares Cybersecurity & Tech ETF IHAK, Global X Cybersecurity ETF BUG, WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund WCBR and Themes Cybersecurity ETF SPAM can be considered. With a one-month average trading volume of about 874,000 shares, CIBR is the most liquid option, offering investors easier entry and exit while minimizing the risk of significant price fluctuations, ideal for active trading strategies. URA has also gathered an asset base of $9.26 billion, having the largest asset base among the other options. Regarding charging annual fees, charging 0.35%, SPAM is the cheapest option and is more suitable for long-term investing. Performance-wise, CIBR outpaced other funds significantly, gaining 23.52% over the past year, with HACK coming in second, adding 21.08% over the past year. Over the past month, performance across the funds has remained fairly consistent, ranging from 3.5% to 5.5%. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Amplify Cybersecurity ETF (HACK): ETF Research Reports First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF (CIBR): ETF Research Reports iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF (IHAK): ETF Research Reports Global X Cybersecurity ETF (BUG): ETF Research Reports WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund (WCBR): ETF Research Reports Themes Cybersecurity ETF (SPAM): ETF Research Reports This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Sign in to access your portfolio
