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Rainy Wednesday with cooler temps on the way

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A first-time candidate focused on family issues is on track to topple a 12-term Ohio congressman

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Longtime Ohio Congressman Mike Turner loses to political newcomer

Legacy | Obituary8 hr ago

Donald Cooley Obituary (2026) - Hamilton, OH - Dayton Daily News

WHIO TV9 hr ago

ELECTION 2026: Ohio 10th Congressional District race not called yet

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James Douglas Obituary (2026) - Dayton, OH - Dayton Daily News

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Democrat Sherrod Brown defeats Republican Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio's US Senate race

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Who is Kristina Knickerbocker? The Air Force veteran and nurse leading Mike Turner in Ohio's 10th District

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Janet Withrow Obituary (1949 - 2026) - Germantown, OH - Dayton Daily News

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John Campbell Obituary (2026) - Dayton, OH - Dayton Daily News

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Diann Smith Obituary (2026) - Springfield, OH - Dayton Daily News

The Hill1:48 am

Knickerbocker defeats Turner, flips Ohio House seat for Democrats

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Marjorie Dearth Obituary (1932 - 2026) - New Lebanon, OH - Dayton Daily News

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Mary Kramer Obituary (2026) - Fairfield, OH - Dayton Daily News

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Democrats flip area Statehouse seats, chip away at GOP majority

Yesterday

WHIO TVYesterday

ELECTION 2026: Voters decide on Dayton Public Schools tax levy

Dayton Daily NewsYesterday

Knickerbocker declares victory over Turner

Dayton Daily NewsYesterday

Area Republicans surge ahead in Statehouse races: Election 2026 live updates

WKEFYesterday

Dayton NAACP members reelect president for 11th term

Dayton Daily NewsYesterday

ELECTION RESULTS: Local vote counts in your area

WDTN.comYesterday

Voters asked to fund Dayton Public Schools operating levy

WKEFYesterday

Election results of Ohio local and state races

Legacy | ObituaryYesterday

Verna Lee Koger Obituary (2026) - Dayton, OH - Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, & Receptions - North Dayton Chapel

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Janet Faith Russell Obituary (2026) - Dayton, OH - Newcomer Cremations, Funerals, & Receptions - Centerville Chapel

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosYesterday

26 shot in 32 seconds: New details, videos released in Dayton mass shooting

WDTN.comYesterday

Ohio governor’s race too close to call as people head to polls

WKEFYesterday

17-year-old faces murder, assault charges in Dayton shooting death

Newcomer Funeral HomeYesterday

Jean Katherine Aills Obituary Oct 29, 2026

WDTN.comYesterday

Turner, Knickerbocker make final pitch to voters in 10th District Congressional race

WDTN.comYesterday

Ohio statewide election results – Nov. 3, 2026

WKEFYesterday

A Special Wish Foundation of Ohio plans holiday events to aid critically ill children

WKEFYesterday

Local couple adopts six children after four years of fostering on National Adoption Day

Legacy | ObituaryYesterday

Sharon Gail Waller

University of DaytonYesterday

Running to the Pope

University of DaytonYesterday

Beyond the Field: Business and Sport in Spain

HoodlineYesterday

Dayton Public Schools Levy Vote Meets Ohio Funding Waiver

WKEFYesterday

Hometown Hero: Dayton Christian Preschool Teacher Wendy Tesmer

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Major fitness brand eyes first Dayton-area site as local manufacturer plans expansion

WDTN.comYesterday

Election Day: Voting Day need-to-knows

Newcomer Funeral HomeYesterday

Leslie Lynn Muterspaw Obituary Nov 3, 2026

WKEFYesterday

Photo ID requirement for voting added to Ohio's Constitution after Issue 3 passes

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Derkack, L'Etang record double-doubles in Dayton opening victory

Monday, November 2

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Kettering Fairmont Middle School students under investigation after locker room incident

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Downtown Dayton Partnership announces new president

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City of Dayton issues another public nuisance order against Rabbit Hole Books

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Education waiver lets Ohio consolidate $38M in federal funds through 2029

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Dayton Metro Library to host chef Pyet Despain for talk on food, culture and wellness

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Springfield police detective dies unexpectedly

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National First-Generation College Student Day highlights support for career success

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Belmont High School music teacher arrested on sexual battery charge

WKBN.comNov 2

Dayton parent reports needle found in Halloween candy

WKEFNov 2

Cloudy and cooler Monday, warming up for Election Day

Newcomer Funeral HomeNov 2

Jean Miller Obituary Nov 2, 2026

Newcomer Funeral HomeNov 2

Alvada "Vada" Stanley Obituary Nov 2, 2026

Sunday, November 1

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OHSAA releases football Regional Quarterfinal Pairings

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OSHP gives safe driving tips ahead of peak deer season

University of Dayton AthleticsNov 1

Men's Basketball Lifts Lid On Regular Season Against NJIT - University of Dayton Athletics

Legacy | ObituaryNov 1

Daniel Nagle Obituary (2026) - Dayton, OH - Dayton Daily News

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