KaJeza Hawkins

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News Reporter at WDTN-TV (Dayton, OH)

News Reporter at WBDT-TV (Dayton, OH)

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Local father advocating for Black maternal healthcare after fiancée dies

1 week ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — One man is advocating during Black Maternal Health Week this year, after losing his fiancée and mother of his children just days ago. According to the CDC, Black women are two to three times more likely to die during childbirth, regardless of economic status. It’s a startling statistic that Henry Warren says his late fiancée Kalesha was always advocating against. “She’s a true advocate,” said Henry Warren, fiancé to the late Kalesha Scott.
James Skirvin trial day three on charges of domestic violence, felonious assault in Jan. 2024

2 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The man accused of running over his daughter before leading police on a high-speed chase with a gun has taken the stand on day three of his trial. James Skirvin is facing numerous charges including domestic violence against his daughter and felonious assault with a deadly weapon towards an officer.
Day 2 of James Skirvin trial after shootout, police cruiser crash on US-35 in Trotwood, Ohio

2 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Trial continues for the man accused in a police shootout and violent crash last January. James Skirvin is facing several charges after the chaotic events of Jan. 8, 2024. Skirvin is accused of running over his daughter before leading law enforcement on a chase down US-35, shooting at officers with a long gun and crashing into a police cruiser. Skirvin is now facing domestic violence charges and four counts of felonious assault on a police officer with a deadly weapon.
Trial begins for Florida man accused in Trotwood shootout, police pursuit

2 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

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Severe weather threatens Miami Valley; flood prep underway

3 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |LeAnne McPherson

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) is taking proactive measures against potential flooding as severe storms and heavy rainfall are expected across the Miami Valley this week. Forecasts are predicting six inches of rain, which increases the risk of rising river levels and localized flooding. The General Manager of the MCD, MaryLynn Lodor, spoke about the impatience of staying informed.
Brookville community uplifted by man’s generous free bicycle giveaway

3 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |LeAnne McPherson

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – One man is making a significant impact on the Brookville community one bike at a time. Dave Nugent, “the Brookville bicycle man,” gave away dozens of bikes for free on Saturday. Just in time for Easter. Nugent said he fixes up broken bikes in his spare time and gives them to local people who don’t already have one. He said he never expects anything in return, he simply does this as a kind gesture to help those who need it.
Deneau Tower in Downtown Dayton, Ohio offers apartments, restaurant

4 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Dayton has seen billions of dollars in investment downtown in recent years, and one former commercial office tower is being transformed into new living spaces and a restaurant. The Deneau Tower was once home to 22 floors of office space. But after being abandoned over a decade ago, the tower has been revamped, turning it into something Dayton has never seen before.
Oregon District picking up pieces after historic building wall crumbles

4 weeks ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Local residents are cleaning up after part of a building crumbled and left a hole in an Oregon District business. It took a team effort, including members of the Downtown Dayton Partnership to help the owner of Brim, the hat shop that saw a crumbling wall give way on Monday afternoon. The business and general area are still closed to the public, but that didn’t stop a dozen people from coming out to help put this building back, brick by brick.
Marathon Health partnership gives free/cheap healthcare to Springfield city and school employees

1 month ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Emily Lewis

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) — Affordable healthcare is an issue across America — including in Springfield, where a new partnership could help hundreds of residents. The city of Springfield, McGregor Metal and the Springfield School District are partnering with Marathon Health to provide little-to-no-cost care for employees.
Dayton Ohio women's conference empowers and inspires

1 month ago | wdtn.com | KaJeza Hawkins |Trey Brown

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A local conference recently facilitated several speaking engagements and networking opportunities for women in Dayton. The My Sister’s Keeper Dayton Young Women’s Conference happened Saturday morning at Engage High School, which located several leaders and public figures who spoke about their experiences with female empowerment, equity and social justice. 2 NEWS’ KaJéza Hawkins was one such individual, as she attended the conference and led a panel discussion.