Wednesday, November 7 2012 3:56 PM EST2012-11-07 20:56:01 GMT
Hamilton County voters have elected a new sheriff for the first time in 25 years.Democrat Jim Neil beat out current Chief Deputy Sean Donovan for the position. He will replace longtime sheriff Simon Leis,More >>
Hamilton County voters have elected a new sheriff for the first time in 25 years.More >>
Monday, November 5 2012 8:06 PM EST2012-11-06 01:06:47 GMT
With the obvious focus on the presidential race this year, voters are reminded to look over the entire ticket and vote on many important local races. For example, for the first time in 25 years, thereMore >>
With the obvious focus on the presidential race this year, voters are reminded to look over the entire ticket and vote on many important local races.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:12:52 GMT
A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second degree murder after his 5-year-old sister died Sunday. Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Detectives say the boy admitted to practicing "WWE" moves on theMore >>
A 13-year-old boy was arrested and charged with second degree murder after his 5-year-old sister died Sunday. Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Detectives say the boy admitted to practicing "WWE" moves on the girl, even after she told him that she was in pain.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:10 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:10:44 GMT
WWL-TV reports there has been a possible explosion in Washington Parish early Tuesday morning. The station stated on its website officials are on their way to the town of Isabel to investigate. According toMore >>
There was a gas line explosion early Tuesday morning, according to Washington Parish Sheriff Randy Seal. The gas fire is out, but trees in the area are still burning. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:36:47 GMT
Louisiana State Police reports I-10 East is closed at Whiskey Bay on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge due to multiple crashes. Traffic on I-10 East is being diverted onto I-49 North.Drivers trying to get toMore >>
Louisiana State Police said I-10 East was closed for a while Tuesday morning due to multiple crashes near Whiskey Bay on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:18:50 GMT
A man accused of stealing air conditioners was arrested on theft and drug charges Monday. Johnny Williams Jr., 34, of Hammond, faces charges of felony theft and possession of marijuana. The Tangipahoa ParishMore >>
A man accused of stealing air conditioners was arrested on theft and drug charges Monday. Witnesses said they saw him take the units. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:37:41 GMT
Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help in finding a suspected rapist. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office reported Justo Venegas, 31, is wanted on a charge of forcible rape. Chief DeputyMore >>
Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public's help in finding a suspected rapist. He is wanted for forcible rape involving a girl. More >>
CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -
Jim Neil is the new sheriff in town.
The new Hamilton County Sheriff's Investiture Ceremony was held on Friday afternoon at the Hamilton County Courthouse, a first in 25 years.
Sheriff Neil, along with the Clerk of Courts and a panel of bi-partisan judges attended the ceremony.
State Representative Denise Driehaus presented Neil with Governor's Kasich's commission, and Judge Nadine Allen administered the oath of office.
Neil was elected to replace Simon Leis after he announced his retirement in 2012. It was the first time in 25 years Hamilton County voters had to decide on a sheriff.
Neil officially took over for the retiring sheriff on January 7th.
