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Ohio works to remedy skilled trade shortage with incarcerated youth initiative
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio is working to remedy a shortage of skilled trade employees by providing resources for incarcerated juveniles to start careers in fields such as construction or welding once they are released. The Ohio Department of Youth Services and Department of Commerce have partnered to educate incarcerated youth about skilled trade career […]
Ohio’s highest court says parent’s rights were not violated in local 2021 custody case
ZANESVILLE − The Supreme Court of Ohio has set a new precedent in custody law due to a Muskingum County case in which a mother said she was denied due process in fighting for custody of her children. She lost that argument when the highest court of the state rendered its decision on Tuesday. “We’re very pleased with the decision of the Supreme Court,” said Muskingum County Prosecutor Ron Welch, whose office was accused of denying a...
Ohio’s voter purge “disproportionately targets voters of color”, civil rights organizations say
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s voter purge disproportionately goes after voters of color, Ohio civil rights organizations argue. More than half of Ohio voters who might be purged from the state’s voter rolls are registered in counties where a majority of the population is people of color, said Ohio Unity Coalition Executive Director Pierrette […]
‘It’s frustrating because we’re split in half.’ Ohio counties cut into 2 congressional districts
Tuscarawas County is a county divided. The northeastern Ohio county is split into two congressional districts — the 6th district and the 12th district. “It’s frustrating because we’re split in half,” said Tuscarawas Democratic Party Chair Gail Garbrandt. “People don’t know what part of the county’s in six and what part of it’s in 12. […]
After days away, Medina County sheriff returns to duty following fatal shooting
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Medina County sheriff and a deputy involved in the fatal shooting of a woman outside of their office have returned to duty less than a week after the incident. Victoria Carter, 37, of Lafayette Township was fatally shot by Medina County Sheriff Terry Grice on...
Mid-Ohio ESC hiring substitute teachers for 2024-2025 school year
MANSFIELD – As the start of the school year approaches, the need for substitute teachers is great. Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center is looking for substitute teachers to work in a number of area school districts. Jennifer Reed, Mid-Ohio ESC Human Resource Director, said substitute teachers play a pivotal role...
Vacant former Ohio Bell headquarters becomes The Bell
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - It’s a strategic corner for Cleveland, a building at East 9th Street and Lakeside Avenue, vacant for five years, now reopening Aug. 1. “Another building in downtown Cleveland that quite frankly was underutilized that’s seeing exciting new life breathed into it,” said Councilman Kerry McCormack, who represents downtown in Ward 3.
St. Edward athletes 'now get to be seen at the highest level'
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The St. Edward community is thrilled about the school’s new partnership with the Rock Entertainment Sports Network, according to athletic director Pete Kahler. Kahler told 19 News the move is a win for the school, as all 10 SEHS football games will be carried on...
Bodycam footage: Euclid police deal with rowdy crowds at church festival
We're getting a closer look tonight at what Euclid police officers had to deal with when trying to break up large groups of unruly kids and young adults near the Ss Robert and William Church Festival.
Students excel across the country: Medina County College Corner
MEDINA, Ohio -- Here is the latest news about collegians from Medina County. The University of Tampa: Local students who have earned dean’s list honors at UT include Austin Lindsey of Medina, a senior majoring in entrepreneurship; Kayla Moner of Brunswick, a sophomore majoring in marketing; and Mia Beckler of Brunswick, a junior majoring in finance.
MetroHealth CEO Airica Steed expected to return mid-August from medical leave
CLEVELAND, Ohio — MetroHealth System CEO Airica Steed expects to return from medical leave by mid-August, according to a statement released by the board of trustees. Previously, the length of Steed’s leave had not been specified. Steed told the board on Monday evening that she was taking a...
Cleveland attorneys accuse man cleared in murder of carrying out ‘pattern of fraud’ as O’Malley launches probe
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Attorneys for the city of Cleveland on Thursday fired harsh accusations at a man who served 15 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit, saying that Ru-el Sailor carried out a “pattern of fraud” in multiple courts over the last two decades.
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