MOST WANTED

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of a 25-year-old Pataskala man. Authorities are actively searching for Stephen Beaver. If you have any information on his whereabouts call Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

MONEY FOR BULLETPROOF VESTS

Good news for the Newark Police Department. The city will receive a little over $3,200 in federal grant funding to help pay for the cost of new bulletproof vests. The money from the Bureau of Justice Assistance will help fund 50% of the cost of the new vests

A DROP IN THE STATE UNEMPLOYMENT

Ohio's unemployment rate was 3.9% in April down from 4.1% in March, according to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. It was also down from 4.8% in April 2025.

SB 421

An Ohio Senate committee is considering legislation that would give victims of sexual assault five years to come forward and file a civil lawsuit against a perpetrator.

Teresa Stafford, with Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center, said survivors often suffer from financial burdens after an assault, including counseling and medical expenses, lost income, and relocation costs.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

Athletes with Newark Area Special Olympics are getting ready for this weekend's State Summer Games. Coordinator Ken Fry loves being involved in Special Olympics.

This year’s State Summer Games will bring together more than 2,400 athletes and unified partners, representing 88 local, community-based Special Olympics programs from across Ohio.

MEYER SHANK WINS INDY 500

Congratulations to Pataskala based Meyer Shank Racing. Driver Felix Rosenqvist took the checkered flag in Sunday's Indianapolis 500 giving Meyer Shank its second Indy 500 victory.