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Controversy and debate arise from Ohio State Rep. Phil Plummer’s push for huge state pension reform
Columbus, Ohio – During a recent Ohio Retirement Study Council (ORSC) meeting, State Representative Phil Plummer presented an ambitious proposal aimed at tackling the continuous governance and financial management problems inside Ohio’s state pension systems. Plummer’s proposal seeks Ohio’s five main state pension systems to be consolidated into a single entity, a move that has sparked a debate among stakeholders and experts.
Woman remains in critical condition after being hit by Amtrak train in Sebring
SEBRING ‒ The woman who was critically injured while walking on railroad tracks early Monday has been identified as Allison Carter, 21, of Beloit. She was injured and 21-year-old Michael Lawson Jr. of Alliance was killed when they were hit by an Amtrak passenger train while walking on the Norfolk Southern line at 1:59 a.m. Monday, the Ohio State Highway Patrol said.
Strongsville Schools expected to place 4.9-mill permanent levy on November ballot
STRONGSVILLE, Ohio -- The Strongsville Board of Education will likely ask voters in November to approve a 4.9-mill property tax that would help pay for operating expenses, including teachers’ salaries. It would be 1 mill less than the 5.9-mill levy that failed on the ballot in March and November...
Broadview Heights hires former ARB member to design new Service Department storage building
BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, Ohio -- The city has hired a Broadview Heights architect to design a new Service Department storage building on the City Hall campus. Glen D. Ramage served on the city’s Architectural Review Board before it was disbanded about 10 years ago, according to David Schroedel, the city’s director of public service and development.
CMHA didn’t report child lead-poisoning, painted over potential hazards, violated other lead rules, HUD inspector general says
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority didn’t tell the Department of Housing and Urban Development about lead-poisoned children at its properties, and covered up deteriorating paint before determining whether it was the cause of child lead-poisoning cases, according to a new report from a federal watchdog.
Carrollton hosts Malvern, Southern Local, New Phila
Carrollton, Malvern, Southern Local and New Philadelphia high school football teams converged on Community Field in Carrollton for 7-on-7 play July 11. The Ohio High School Athletic Association announced in April football 7-on-7 competition will now be permitted at any time prior to and after the season, other than the 28-day no-contact period immediately after the season. Previously, 7-on-7 competition was not permitted until May 15. Full practice and hitting are still not permitted during 7-on-7 play,
Site preparation under way for new Brunswick fire station
BRUNSWICK, Ohio -- In a special meeting Monday (July 15), City Council approved two pieces of legislation related to the financing of the city’s new Fire Department headquarters building at 1094 Hadcock Road. Law Director Dennis Nevar explained that the legislation -- which increases the not-to-exceed amount of the...
Water will be out for 6 days at Brunswick High School, Rec Center and Library, starting July 22
BRUNSWICK, Ohio -- Representatives from Hammond Construction have announced a six-day water main shutdown beginning at 7 a.m. July 22 in order to complete demolition and final closure of the Towslee Elementary School building at 3355 Center Road. The closure will reportedly affect several buildings on the Brunswick High School...
Northeast Ohio riverside restaurant featured on America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow
GRAND RIVER, Ohio (WOIO) - Pickle Bill’s will be featured on America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow!. Owner Marianne Powell will be interviewed by ABR at Pickle Bill’s on July 30 regarding the restaurant’s popular dishes and the surrounding Grand River community. The premiere date will be announced...
Browns Player Likely Just Lost Pivotal Position Battle
We have finally reached that point of the offseason as training camp is near! After months of moves, speculation, and chatter, we are finally close to football starting. Training camp is beginning around the league and the Cleveland Browns are excited. They have one of the most well-rounded groups in the league and high hopes for the 2024 campaign.
Vacancy combines sports bar, speakeasy and restaurant in downtown Cuyahoga Falls
Has anyone noticed that neon red Vacancy sign in downtown Cuyahoga Falls next to The Farmer’s Rail? Most curious passersby peaking in see a fully stocked bar surrounded by mounted TVs and correctly assume the space is inhabited to some capacity, despite its name. ...
Cuyahoga Falls man accused of murdering wife dies during jail stay
A Cuyahoga Falls man who was accused of murdering his wife in February died by suicide last month, according to Gary Guenther of the Summit County Medical Examiner's Office. James Rimal, the husband of Chandra Maya Poudel-Rimal, was found hanging in his cell at the Summit County Jail on June 9, Guenther said. He was transported to Akron City Hospital, where he died just after midnight June 10.
Summit County man arrested after standoff involving neighborhood gunfire, police say
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A Summit County man was arrested Sunday after he fired a gunshot into his neighbor’s home, police said. Shannon D. Karr, 44, of Barberton is accused of improperly discharging a firearm at or into a habitation. Barberton police responded at 6:40 p.m. to 2 Street SW and Palmer Avenue for reports that a man had fired a gun into his neighbor’s home.
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...
US Marshals: Man arrested after barricading himself in Akron home
AKRON, Ohio — A wanted fugitive -- identified as 39-year-old Larry Francis Treitinger II -- has been arrested after authorities say a SWAT team responded to an Akron home on Tuesday. SUBSCRIBE: Get the day's top headlines sent to your inbox each weekday morning with the free 3News to...
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