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Once Again This Town Has Been Declared the Murder Capital of Ohio
Cleveland, the largest city in the state of Ohio, has long been plagued by a reputation for high crime rates and violence. Sadly, this dubious distinction has once again been cemented, as the city has been declared the murder capital of Ohio, a title it has held for several years. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the grim reality of Cleveland’s crime statistics, explore the underlying factors contributing to this crisis, and discuss the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address this pressing issue.
‘Team Ohio’ Wins 65-over Gold Medal at 2024 Pan-American Masters Games
“I currently play in the Ohio MSBL baseball league based out of Canton, Ohio. I recently formed a tournament team made up of mainly MSBL players. We played in the International Pan-American Masters Games baseball tournament in Cleveland and won the 65+ Gold medal! Below is the summary of our Gold Medal run.”
Arrest made in Indiana of Ohio man wanted for fatally shooting a teenager
On Sunday, the Indiana State Police released a statement announcing their successful capture of a murder suspect from Ohio on the Indiana Toll Road. The operation was well-coordinated and took place on Saturday. On Saturday morning, Ohio authorities alerted the Indiana State Police to be on the lookout for a...
Musical Families Compete at SNPJ Farm’s Polka Family Feud
Sun 7/21 @ 1-7PM All summer long the SNPJ Slovenian Farm in Kirtland rings with the happy sound of polka music, as special events pack its schedule. This week it’s the Polka Family Feud as members of the Likovic and Zolka families have a “squeezebox smackdown,” as they’re calling it. Ron Likovic and sons RJ and TJ and friends, will perform some lively upbeat polka music, while accordionist Bob Zolka will respond with a mix of polkas and waltzes with his son (also RJ) drumming for the Zolka Band.
Nine most expensive homes sold in Euclid, July 8-14
A house that sold for $165,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Euclid in the past week. In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $115,378, or $90 per square foot.
Defense says woman accused of killing boy at grocery store is incompetent for trial
Marcia Thompson, a Florida mother claims she killed her husband Terry in self-defense due to repeated domestic abuse, so Court TV’s Julie Grant asks, should it matter how he died? Plus, more trending true crime stories. Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
FSU Baseball: Conner Whittaker selected by Cleveland on day three of MLB Draft
Florida State baseball is up to eight selections in the 2024 MLB Draft. On Tuesday, the Cleveland Guardians selected right-handed Conner Whittaker in the 15th round with pick no. 445. In three seasons at FSU, Whittaker appeared in 55 games and threw 175 innings. He made at least 17 appearances...
Offer suggestions for Climate Action Month programming
The Office of Energy and Sustainability plans to celebrate Climate Action Month at Case Western Reserve University this October. If you are interested or passionate about a book related to the environment/climate, submit your suggestions. Organizers will vote later this summer on a book from your suggestions to center Climate...
King Kennedy Community Center close to completion as construction starts on restrooms
Ravenna’s King Kennedy Community Center is one step closer to becoming what it was always meant to be: a safe gathering place for people of all ages. First erected as a small building in 1978 and enlarged about 20 years later, KKCC gained a gymnasium in 2022. Dollars meant for restrooms and a storage area, however, had to be used for a fire-suppression system.
“We feel like we were able to get a really good haul here,” Guardians wrap up historic Draft
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The Guardians left Cowtown with who they hope will soon be ‘Best in Show.’. The organization had their first ever No. 1 pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, which they had just a two percent chance of getting. The Guardians selected a powerhouse hitter in...
Marshals, Akron SWAT arrest man wanted on drugs and weapons charges Tuesday
Members of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested a 39-year-old Akron man Tuesday in connection to various weapons and drugs charges, according to a release. A warrant was issued for the suspect after four guns, cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl were recovered from a home on July...
Woman held against her will, assaulted in Akron apartment; suspect arrested: Police
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - A man faces charges after allegedly holding a woman against her will and assaulting her, according to investigators. Akron Police Lt. Matt Whitmire says the woman told officers about her assault while at a local hospital around 2:47 p.m. Monday, July 15. Lt. Whitmire says the...
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