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Lawsuit over Ohio's 'broken' background check system settled with plan for improvements
After nearly four years, a lawsuit filed by two Ohio cities over the state’s criminal background check system used by gun sellers, employers and others has been settled. It’s the first lawsuit in the country over an insufficient background check system, which is a problem in other states too.
The Ohio Country Episode 7: Tecumseh's legacy
At the end of the 1700s, a confederation of Shawnee, Miami, Wyandotte, and other nations trounced two American generals in two years. In response, American leaders on the East Coast sent the controversial General “Mad” Anthony Wayne to The Ohio Country. His military campaign took three years, and...
‘If they wanted to fix it, they could’: State lawmakers could help residents struggling with rising property taxes – but likely won’t
Cuyahoga County homeowners who have exhausted local tax relief options have another place to direct their attention: Columbus. For weeks, county officials have blamed state lawmakers for failing to pass laws that would lessen the impact of rising property values on vulnerable residents. Over the last year, state lawmakers have...
Ohio lawmaker wants to allow families to count unborn children as dependents on taxes
An Ohio lawmaker wants parents to be able to claim unborn children on their state income taxes. Rep. Gary Click, R-Vickery, introduced a bill this month that would allow Ohioans to include embryos or fetuses conceived during the taxable year as dependents. Only the mother can claim the embryo or fetus if parents...
💡Port Clinton holds sixth annual Lighthouse Festival
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You can now become a Cleveland police officer in record time; here’s how
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Cleveland city officials are holding an expedited hiring event to make the process easier and quicker for those who want to be Cleveland police officers. According to officials, they are taking the first part of the application process and condensing it into one day. Applicants will...
Crash on Copley Road in Akron leaves 1 dead, others injured after police chase Tuesday
One person is dead and others are injured following a crash on Copley Road in Akron Tuesday night, police said. Officers originally stopped a vehicle for traffic violations at about 6:47 p.m. in the 600 block of Copley Road. When officers exited their vehicles and approached the suspect vehicle, the driver took off and led police on a short chase, according to Akron police. The pursuit continued for a short time in the Copley Road area before...
Registration open for Put-in-Bay stroke camp
PUT-IN-BAY — Mercy Health is sponsoring a retreat for stroke survivors and caregivers at Put-in-Bay Resort in September. The three-day, two-night retreat will be held Wednesday, Sept. 25, through Friday, Sept. 27, at Put-in-Bay Resort, 439 Loraine Ave. in Put-in-Bay, featuring crafts, games, educational seminars, discussion groups and pampering for survivors and caregivers.
Boys Golf beats Avon Lake 158 – 177
The Comet boys golf team secured a convincing 158-177 victory over Avon Lake at the challenging Fox Creek Golf Course Back 9. Leading the charge was senior Jacob Sprinkle, whose stellar performance earned him an impressive score of one under par, 35. Junior Alek Kissane contributed with a score of 39, while senior Prince Tran followed closely with a score of 41. Sophomore Jaxson Yoder rounded out the team’s effort with a score of 43, contributing to the Comets’ overall success and reinforcing their depth and talent across all levels.
The Latest from Put-in-Bay School
Coach Schuffenecker and the volleyball team have started the season on a high note, securing their first victory on August 19th with a 5-match win! We are incredibly proud of our team’s effort and dedication. Be sure to check out our school website for the full volleyball schedule and join us at the games to cheer them on. Get Your Growl ON!
Tiffin University Announces Schedule for Fall 2024 Semester of LIFE@TU
Tiffin University has announced its schedule for the Fall 2024 semester of LIFE@TU, a weekly educational program designed for people ages fifty-plus to learn about a variety of subjects taught by current and retired faculty, historians and experts in their fields. Sessions will take place from 10 a.m. to noon...
19-year-old Euclid man slain on Cleveland’s East Side, police say
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Police are investigating the slaying of a 19-year-old man Monday on the city’s East Side. The office of the Cuyahoga County medical examiner identified the victim as Amarion S. Bush of South Euclid. He was wounded on East 114th Street. If you purchase a product...
Guardians outlast Yankees 9-5 in 12 innings to win longest MLB game this season
NEW YORK (AP) — Pinch-hitter Lane Thomas delivered a tiebreaking double to spark a six-run 12th inning, and the Cleveland Guardians outlasted the New York Yankees 9-5 on Tuesday night in the longest major league game this season. “Sometimes that’s all it takes to get something going like that,”...
New Vietnamese Restaurant opens in Downtown Warren
An's House is a new Vietnamese restaurant, now open on Courthouse Square in Downtown Warren. The new restaurant is bringing Vietnamese culture and cuisine to the square, specializing in Pho, Bánh mì, Vermicelli and authentic Vietnamese coffees and teas. “I’m Vietnamese and I've been to dozens of restaurants...
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