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Two suspects arrested in death of 12-year-old Dayton girl
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Sources at the Dayton Police Department say two suspects have been arrested in the death of a 12-year-old girl who was shot and killed while sleeping in her bed Friday morning. According to the Montgomery County Jail, Antawan Benson and Javen Conner are due in court...
Kroger hiked milk, egg prices above inflation, merger judge told
Kroger Co. hiked prices on milk and eggs more than needed to account for inflation, the company's top pricing executive testified during a court hearing on the U.S. government's bid to block the grocery chain's purchase of rival Albertsons Cos. In a March 2024 email to his bosses, Andy Groff,...
Ashland Jazz Society presents AFM Local 159 Big Jazz Band
ASHLAND — The first concert for our 2024-25 season is coming up quick!. On Monday, September 9th, at 7:30 p.m., we will be presented with a premier concert by the American Federation of Music Local 159 Big Jazz Band, led by society president Paul Martin! Notice the start time of 7:30 p.m. for this concert!
Ashland police reports for Aug. 28-29
ASHLAND — The Ashland Division of Police issued the following reports after officers’ activity from Aug. 28-29. These reports include incidents by date, arrests, citations issued and calls by day organized in chronological order. Police fielded 105 calls. There were seven incidents, three citations and one arrest. Incidents.
Who is Northeast Ohio’s best field hockey player? Our picks, your votes (poll)
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Who is the best high school field hockey player in Northeast Ohio? We’re turning to you to find out. The seven-county cleveland.com coverage area in Northeast Ohio is full of field hockey talent. This year’s group, which began the 2024 season earlier this month, includes players such as Lexie St. Pierre of Hudson and Nina Yacovone of Shaker Heights, who were both first-team All-Ohio last season. There’s also Magnificat’s Alice Stein, who was second-team all-state last season.
Seafood chain abruptly closed ‘unprofitable’ Ohio location, plans 22 other closures this week
We’re sorry to report the bad news – there’s one less place in Ohio for those famous cheddar bay biscuits, and 22 less nationally. Back in May, the national seafood chain Red Lobster filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing a series of missteps, such as making the $20 all-you-can-eat shrimp a permanent menu feature, instead of just an annual, limited-time offer, which cost the company $11 million.
Popular Burger Chain and McDonald’s Competitor Reveals Closure of 9 Locations in 3 States – Final Days for Diners
In a significant move, Shake Shack has announced the closure of nine restaurants across three states: Ohio, Texas, and California. This decision, revealed in a recent SEC filing, marks the first time Shake Shack has closed locations for reasons other than construction. Locations Affected The closures will impact the following Shake Shack locations: California: Oakland, […]
Surprise, surprise. Hordes of Ohio Turnpike drivers can’t understand the very confusing new tolling system: Today in Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ohio Turnpike drivers are confused by the highway’s new tolling system. So with customer service calls rising, the Turnpike suspended late fees and unpaid toll collections. We’re talking about E-Z Pass not being easy for everyone on Today in Ohio. Listen online here. Editor Chris...
Ohioans canvass to spread word about Issue 1 ballot initiative
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Ohio voters will start heading to the polls in 42 days for early voting and Election Day is now only 70 days away, which means campaigns are ramping up to be full speed ahead after Labor Day. There is only one state issue on the ballot this fall, called Issue 1, […]
Here's how local abortion clinics are responding to judge's block on 24-hour waiting period
Abortion clinics in the region have begun offering same-day procedures after a judge blocked the state's mandatory 24-hour waiting period Friday. Dr. David Burkons, who owns the only abortion clinic in Summit County, started same-day services Monday for people seeking abortions. "We expected the ruling to be in our favor," Burkons said. ...
'Like roots:' Somali Museum of Ohio seeks to preserve and share history, culture with all
For every individual, there is a journey completed by those who came before that eventually comes to define the current days and shapes stories. These are roots, origin stories and for many, it provides a sense of grounding in navigating the world. When Mohamed Ali saw a growing Somali population in Ohio...
Report: Red tape, new power plant delays put PJM grid ‘in peril’
(The Center Square) — Pennsylvania sits at the heart of the 13-state electric grid called PJM. That means the state’s role in generating power to keep the lights on in neighboring states is crucial. But a report warns that recent government policy choices have weakened the grid, making it more vulnerable to disruptions. A potential […]
A rural veteran firefighter's take on Ohio’s volunteer shortage
Ohio has nearly 400 vacant volunteer firefighter positions, according to job listings compiled by Make Me A Firefighter. Governor Mike DeWine announced last week that the state is turning up the heat on its recruitment campaign. It’s offering free training classes for volunteer firefighters and will begin airing 30-second public service announcements across the state. They’ll share the stories of volunteer firefighters and why they choose to be their community’s emergency responders.
What are the winning Powerball numbers for the $54 million jackpot on August 28, 2024? See all the prizes hit in Ohio
CLEVELAND — Although nobody won the $54 million Powerball jackpot in the latest drawing on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the Ohio Lottery says there were plenty of other prizes hit throughout the state. Here's a list of those prizes, according to the Ohio Lottery... $200 prize: 10 winners. $100...
How Project 2025’s education policies mirror Ohio bills and universal private school vouchers
From universal private school vouchers to stripping away diversity and inclusion requirements, censoring classrooms, and targeting LGBTQ students — some of Ohio’s education laws and bills mirror the goals outlined for a second Trump administration in Project 2025. Project 2025 is a Presidential Transition Project written by the Heritage Foundation that spells out the first […]
Economic issues, climate change, gun violence and abortion are top of mind for young voters
(Ohio Capital Journal) — Forty-one million members of Gen Z can vote in this year’s election and money is on their minds. Economic issues — including inflation, cost of living and jobs that pay a living wage — are top of mind for young people when it comes to the 2024 Presidential Election, according to the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) at Tufts University. ...
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