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If you use a mobile phone with location services turned on, it is likely that data about where you live and work, where you shop for groceries, where you go to church and see your doctor, and where you traveled to over the holidays is up for sale.
Yes, the government can track your location – but usually not by spying on you directly
If you use a mobile phone with location services turned on, it is likely that data about where you live and work, where you shop for groceries, where you go to church and see your doctor, and where…
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December 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
If you use a mobile phone with location services turned on, it is likely that data about where you live and work, where you shop for groceries, where you go to church and see your doctor, and where you traveled to over the holidays is up for sale.
Michael Annett, a former racecar driver who made 436 combined starts in NASCAR’s three national touring series, has died. He was 39.
Former NASCAR driver dies at 39
He made more than 400 combined starts in NASCAR’s three national touring series.
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December 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Michael Annett, a former racecar driver who made 436 combined starts in NASCAR’s three national touring series, has died. He was 39.
Questions linger after a vehicle drove into the retention pond by the Spangler Road exit on I-70 early Sunday morning.
Vehicle drives into retention pond off I-70, no injuries reported
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Questions linger after a vehicle drove into the retention pond by the Spangler Road exit on I-70 early Sunday morning. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol dispatch, the…
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December 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Questions linger after a vehicle drove into the retention pond by the Spangler Road exit on I-70 early Sunday morning.
Survivors of the bombing of Pearl Harbor have long been the center of a remembrance ceremony held each year on the military base’s waterfront. Today only 12 are still alive and this year none is able to make the pilgrimage to Hawaii to mark the event.
Soon no Pearl Harbor survivors will be alive. People turn to other ways to learn about the bombing
Survivors of the 1941 Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor have long been the center of a remembrance ceremony held each year on the military base’s waterfront.
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December 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Survivors of the bombing of Pearl Harbor have long been the center of a remembrance ceremony held each year on the military base’s waterfront. Today only 12 are still alive and this year none is able to make the pilgrimage to Hawaii to mark the event.
Smartphones embed location data in every picture, which means anyone who receives that photo could potentially see exactly where it was taken. That can expose where you live, work, or vacation
Your pictures may be sharing more than you think
We take and share photos every day, often without realizing we might be revealing much more than the image itself.
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December 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Smartphones embed location data in every picture, which means anyone who receives that photo could potentially see exactly where it was taken. That can expose where you live, work, or vacation
Crews and medics were on the scene of a drive-by shooting on Mary Avenue on Saturday afternoon. A 13-year-old boy was shot, but officials said he is in stable condition.
13-year-old stable after drive-by shooting on Mary Avenue; DPD asks for public’s help
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Crews and medics were on the scene of a drive-by shooting on Mary Avenue on Saturday afternoon. A 13-year-old boy was shot, but officials said he is in stable condition.…
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December 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Crews and medics were on the scene of a drive-by shooting on Mary Avenue on Saturday afternoon. A 13-year-old boy was shot, but officials said he is in stable condition.
President Trump on Saturday took another swing at talks around rising prices and cost of living concerns, largely casting the blame for the “affordability crisis” on his predecessor.
Trump says Biden to blame for affordability crisis: ‘I’M FIXING IT’
Trump’s losing ground with voters when it comes to the economy — including his own supporters, according to polling.
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December 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM
President Trump on Saturday took another swing at talks around rising prices and cost of living concerns, largely casting the blame for the “affordability crisis” on his predecessor.
Crews responded to a fire at an abandoned apartment building early Sunday morning.
Sunday morning fire at vacant apartment; no injuries
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Crews responded to a fire at an abandoned apartment building early Sunday morning. According to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, crews responded to the fire at approx…
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December 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Crews responded to a fire at an abandoned apartment building early Sunday morning.
A low pressure move in heading into Sunday bringing temperatures up to 40 in the afternoon Sunday, but will come with a chance of a wintry mix.
Snow moving in Sunday, how cold does it get in the next week?
A low pressure move in heading into Sunday bringing temperatures up to 40 in the afternoon Sunday, but will come with a chance of a wintry mix. Northern counties will see snow waking up, but don…
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December 7, 2025 at 1:34 PM
A low pressure move in heading into Sunday bringing temperatures up to 40 in the afternoon Sunday, but will come with a chance of a wintry mix.
Frozen dog food sold in 14 states is being recalled due to possible plastic contamination.
Dog food sold in 14 states recalled over possible plastic contamination
Frozen dog food sold in 14 states is being recalled due possible plastic contamination.
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December 7, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Frozen dog food sold in 14 states is being recalled due to possible plastic contamination.
AMC Theatres is kicking off the holiday season by bringing festive favorites back to the big screen — and at a discounted price.
AMC Theatres brings back discounted classic holiday movies starting Dec. 5
AMC Theatres is offering discounted tickets to classic holiday movies from Dec. 5 to Jan. 1 at over 200 locations nationwide, with a rotating lineup of films playing every week.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:00 AM
AMC Theatres is kicking off the holiday season by bringing festive favorites back to the big screen — and at a discounted price.
Jelly Roll’s daughter surprised her father and stepmom Bunnie Xo with something they never got to experience: prom.
Jelly Roll’s daughter surprises him, Bunnie Xo with a prom night
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo walked into the event space greeted by their family and friends.
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December 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Jelly Roll’s daughter surprised her father and stepmom Bunnie Xo with something they never got to experience: prom.
Vice President Vance dismissed online speculation about the state of his relationship with second lady Usha Vance, saying the couple’s marriage was “as strong as it’s ever been.”
Vance dismisses online Usha speculation: ‘Our marriage is as strong as it’s ever been’
“You take the good with the bad.”
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December 7, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Vice President Vance dismissed online speculation about the state of his relationship with second lady Usha Vance, saying the couple’s marriage was “as strong as it’s ever been.”
U.S. employers have announced more than 1.1 million job cuts so far this year, the most since 2020, according to new data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Layoff announcements top 1.1 million, most since 2020 pandemic
Employers haven’t announced this many layoffs in a year since the pandemic in 2020.
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December 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM
U.S. employers have announced more than 1.1 million job cuts so far this year, the most since 2020, according to new data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
The days of families being supported by only one working parent are far behind us as a country.
Want to be a stay-at-home parent? This is what your spouse has to earn to make it happen, says study
A new study from SmartAsset sought to answer this question by identifying the costs of food, housing, healthcare, and other expenses that factor into keeping a family afloat while allowing one pare…
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December 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The days of families being supported by only one working parent are far behind us as a country.
Crews and medics are on the scene of a reported shooting on Mary Avenue.
Possible shooting on Mary Avenue
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Crews and medics are on the scene of a reported shooting on Mary Avenue. According to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, crews were sent at approximately 3:20 p.m.…
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December 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Crews and medics are on the scene of a reported shooting on Mary Avenue.
Once the haze clears from Thanksgiving sales, you might feel like a triumphant bargain hunter — or maybe you’ll be panicking over your receipts.
Thanksgiving debt regrets: How to recover if you overspent
Here’s how to recover from any overspending and set yourself up for smoother holidays ahead.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Once the haze clears from Thanksgiving sales, you might feel like a triumphant bargain hunter — or maybe you’ll be panicking over your receipts.
Going into a new year, thousands of Americans are likely continuing wedding preparations for 2026 during the holidays. Wedding work is never done and wedding trends never stop fluctuating.
This wedding tradition is ‘out’ for 2026 celebrations, poll shows
People really hate this one.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Going into a new year, thousands of Americans are likely continuing wedding preparations for 2026 during the holidays. Wedding work is never done and wedding trends never stop fluctuating.
Two local organizations joined together to shop for children / families for the Serving for Santa initiative.
Police and fire team up to shop for local families in need
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Two police organizations joined together to shop for local children / families for the Serving for Santa initiative. Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and Harrison Twp.…
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December 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Two local organizations joined together to shop for children / families for the Serving for Santa initiative.
Just before Thanksgiving, the Interior Department announced a slew of changes that may impact how you visit a national park in 2026.
These national parks will charge an extra $100 entrance fee for international visitors in 2026
Officials previously predicted the surcharge could bring in an additional $90 million.
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December 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Just before Thanksgiving, the Interior Department announced a slew of changes that may impact how you visit a national park in 2026.
Crews are on the scene of a house fire in Germantown.
House fire in Germantown: All occupants safe
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Crews are on the scene of a house fire in Germantown. According to Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, crews were sent out at approximately 1:15 p.m. for the fire at th…
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December 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Crews are on the scene of a house fire in Germantown.
Gift-giving can be a joyful, rewarding experience, especially after surprising a family member with the perfect present. But it’s not nearly as fun if that family member has already seen your Amazon ordering history.
How to hide your Amazon ordering history from family members
Avoid spoiling the surprise from loved ones who share your Amazon account.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Gift-giving can be a joyful, rewarding experience, especially after surprising a family member with the perfect present. But it’s not nearly as fun if that family member has already seen your Amazon ordering history.
Google’s top trending news story in 2025 was the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the tech company announced in its “Year in Search 2025” on Thursday.
Google’s Year in Search 2025: Charlie Kirk Shooting, Iran Conflict Top Trends
(The Hill) – Google’s top trending news story in 2025 was the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the tech company announced in its “Year in Search 2025” on…
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December 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Google’s top trending news story in 2025 was the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, the tech company announced in its “Year in Search 2025” on Thursday.
One of the most coveted, rare coins ever struck by the U.S. Mint – a long-lost 1804 dollar – is expected to sell for millions at auction Sunday, according to auctioneers at Stack’s Bowers Galleries.
Long-lost ‘King of American Coins’ could be worth $5 million, auction house says
One of the most coveted, rare coins ever struck by the U.S. Mint – a long-lost 1804 dollar – is expected to sell for millions at auction Sunday, according to auctioneers at Stack’s Bowers Gal…
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December 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
One of the most coveted, rare coins ever struck by the U.S. Mint – a long-lost 1804 dollar – is expected to sell for millions at auction Sunday, according to auctioneers at Stack’s Bowers Galleries.
One California family is asking for the public’s help and hoping to find justice for a 3-month-old and a 3-year-old who they say are fighting for their lives after a hit-and-run driver struck and dragged their stroller in San Bernardino.
Baby, toddler in critical condition after stroller dragged in California hit-and-run
“Our family is shattered.”
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December 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
One California family is asking for the public’s help and hoping to find justice for a 3-month-old and a 3-year-old who they say are fighting for their lives after a hit-and-run driver struck and dragged their stroller in San Bernardino.