Sheriff-Elect Charles Hollowell Prepares for January Term as County’s First Black Sheriff

Hamilton Now Summary
Sheriff-elect Charles Hollowell, the first Black sheriff in Hamilton County history, is set to be sworn in this January following his historic election win, signaling upcoming leadership changes in local law enforcement.
Original reporting: FOX59
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