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Global tech outage impacting families’ ability to get needed support from state programs
A major technology outage is causing big problems for companies around the world, impacting everything from airlines to hospitals. It’s also making it harder for people across Ohio and in the Miami Valley to put food on the table to feed their families.
Young go-kart racer living life in the fast lane
For 11-year-old Brecksville resident Brady Lewandowski, checkered flags and finishing ahead of the pack has become a way of life. Lewandowski, who began go-kart racing at age 5, won his first championship in the 8-12 age group at Thompson Kart Raceway in 2021. He currently trains and competes in a 10-race series at Pitt Race Karting in Wampum, Pennsylvania, in the Junior Sportsman’s Class. He also competes in national go-kart racing events held at the track.
Reports: Salem man arrested after threatening first responders trying to resuscitate woman
SALEM, Ohio (WKBN) — A Salem man is facing charges after police say he threatened first responders. Police and paramedics were called to the 3400 block of Salem Grange Road around 6 p.m. Friday for reports of a woman who had possibly drowned in a pool, according to reports. When they got there, her finance William Dean Hively was intoxicated.
Boil advisory in effect for Elyria residents through at least Saturday
ELYRIA — A boil advisory remains in effect for Elyria water customers. After a brief power outage early Thursday morning caused low water pressure and prompted a usage restriction for non-essential water use through Friday afternoon, Safety/Service Director Chris Pyanowski said the boil advisory will remain in effect until the city receives Environmental Protection Agency approval.
Dog waits 830 days to be adopted from Wayne County shelter
WOOSTER, Ohio (WOIO) - Athena has spent more than half her life hoping to find a “fur-ever” family, and she’s waiting for you at the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. She came to WCDS on April 9, 2022, and July 19 marks her 832nd day...
Richland County restaurant inspections: The latest reports and critical violations
Richland Public Health's food services program is the licensing and inspection department for food service operations, temporary and mobile food services, vending locations and retail food establishments. "When a health code violation is observed, education regarding the issue is provided to the operator and corrective measures are provided," according to the department.
Western Reserve construction means growing struggles for nearby businesses
A hit country song once said "every storm runs out of rain". Business owners along normally busy but now nearly deserted Western Reserve Road aren't sure how much longer they can ride this storm out. "Today probably only about a third of our customers are here," says Vince Furrie, president...
Local company to open a second marijuana dispensary
Leaf Relief owner Terrell Washington says the approval came from Ohio's Division of Cannabis Control. He could not say exactly where the dispensary will go but it will be near the intersection of Interstate 80 and Route 46.
1996 film gives ‘context to the rush to demolish Realty Building;’ screening, art auction to benefit downtown
Although the film was inspired by Youngstown 28 years ago, it parallels several recent events and organizers say it gives context to the rush to demolish Realty Tower.
Buttigieg compares JD Vance to Mike Pence in rebuke of Trump VP pick
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg weighed in on former President Trump’s decision to elevate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to his 2024 running mate, comparing him to former Vice President Mike Pence. “I guess maybe not as a politician but as a human being what I’ll say is that I hope things work out a little bit…
After a somber start, Ohio took center stage at RNC. Here are 4 takeaways
MILWAUKEE – Ohio delegates described a somber and surreal tone this week as they convened in Wisconsin for the Republican National Convention, two days after an assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump. "It’s been emotional since the assassination attempt," said Jennifer Barlow, an alternate delegate from Fairfield Township. Barlow said she's...
Northeast Ohio impact of global tech outage extends to utilities, hospitals, government
A Friday morning global tech outage impacted multiple institutions throughout Northeast Ohio, leading to flight delays, disrupting some Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicle Services and forcing at least one local City Hall to shut down for the day. The outage impacted Enbridge Gas Ohio's call center, some flights at the Akron-Canton Airport, the...
Unemployment claims in Ohio increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Ohio rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 9,162 in the week ending July 13, up from 7,495 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
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