OU alumnus and former Fox News Chairman Roger Ailes dies
By Megan Henry | May 18, 2017More than 20 women accused Ailes of sexual harassment last year, and as a result, his name was taken off of a WOUB newsroom in September.
NEWS BLOGS
Front Room Coffeehouse undergoing summer renovations
By Lauren Fisher | May 17, 2017The Starbucks-serving cafe will reopen in August, just before Fall Semester begins.
Album Review: Harry Styles ditches pop sound for gritty rock on solo album
By Georgia Davis | May 16, 2017Styles is on his way to be a successful solo artist.
City Council: Athens gas bills may soon be aggregated
By Bennett Leckrone | May 15, 2017Council members on Monday night introduced the first of two ordinances that would allow for the aggregation of gas bills in Athens.
College of Fine Arts appoints new dean
By Lauren Fisher | May 14, 2017Matthew Shaftel, former associate vice president for academic affairs at Florida State University, will begin his position on July 15.
TV Review: ‘Samurai Jack’ adds the final twist in its penultimate episode
By Alex McCann | May 14, 2017Aku discovers an ace up his sleeve — and it could lead to Jack’s downfall.
South Green demolition, Sook Center construction to start this summer
By Anastasia Nicholas | May 14, 2017Several construction projects, including changes to Ping Center, will take place this summer.
Miley Cyrus’ new song takes fans back to her Hannah Montana days
By Georgia Davis | May 12, 2017The singer released the earthy tune “Malibu” on Thursday.
TV Recap: Charlotte DiLaurentis’ father is revealed on ‘Pretty Little Liars’
By Georgia Davis | May 9, 2017A lot happened in the latest episode of Pretty Little Liars, including the reveal of Charlotte’s unexpected father.
Local police credit rape kit testing initiative for arrest in serial rape case
By Bailey Gallion | May 9, 2017The case came to a head yesterday after Shawn Lawson’s DNA was tested in Athens County Prosecutor Keller Blackburn’s office.
New Italian restaurant coming to Athens
By Emily Leber | May 9, 2017An Athens resident is opening Tavolino, which will serve homemade dishes.
City Council: The three biggest takeaways from Monday night’s meeting
By Bennett Leckrone | May 8, 2017Athens City Council members heard presentations about gas aggregation and food projects at Monday night’s committee meeting.
Man arrested in serial rape case
By Bailey Gallion | May 8, 2017Shawn J. Lawson Jr. is being held in Southeastern Ohio Regional without bail.
Nicki Minaj offers to pay for OU student's college expenses
By Mae Yen Yap | May 7, 2017Minaj offered to pay college-related expenses to fans who could prove good grades.
'Key suppliers of crack cocaine and heroin' arrested, charged with multiple felonies
By Megan Henry | May 5, 2017After a months-long investigation, the Athens Major Crimes Unit arrested two Columbus men in The Plains and charged them with several felony drug charges each.
Athens politicians react to House passage of health care bill
By Abbey Marshall | May 5, 2017The bill is aimed at repealing and replacing President Obama’s Affordable Care Act.
Athens resident sues city, says sewage flooded her basement
By Bailey Gallion | May 4, 2017Irene Gevas is requesting a jury trial and monetary compensation for the incident.
Several early morning fires near Palmer Place under investigation
By Bailey Gallion | May 4, 2017The Athens Fire Department discovered six different fires near Palmer Place Apartments on Thursday morning.
TV Recap: There might be hope for an original ‘Pretty Little Liars’ couple
By Georgia Davis | May 2, 2017Spencer and Toby could get back together in the show's final episodes.
Two races for Athens City Council and one school district issue decided during primary election
By Maddie Capron | May 2, 2017Sarah Grace and Peter Kotses won the most votes in the primary election for at-large seat on Athens City Council.
