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Fight to increase Ohio minimum wage will continue into 2025
TOLEDO, Ohio — A $15 minimum wage could be coming to Ohio. There are currently two minimum wages in the state. The sub-minimum wage for tipped workers is $5.25. The broader minimum wage is $10.45. Efforts to get a wage increase on the 2024 ballot failed. One Fair Wage,...
Yost rejects proposed amendment for no title
(The Center Square) – A plan to ask Ohio voters to strip away immunity from government and public employees for civil rights violations didn’t make it past the first step. Attorney General Dave Yost rejected a petition for a constitutional amendment because it did not contain a title. “The lack of a title alone provides sufficient cause to reject the submitted petition, and the petition is rejected on that basis,”...
Jack Black ends Tenacious D tour after bandmate's Trump shooting comment
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The comedy rock duo Tenacious D — made up of Jack Black and Kyle Gass — has canceled the rest of their tour after Gass' remarks about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. While onstage at a concert in Sydney on Sunday, Gass was...
Former Ohio State basketball star Jared Sullinger announces he will play in The Basketball Tournament
Over the last few years, former Ohio State basketball star Jared Sullinger has participated in The Basketball Tournament, but as a coach. On Tuesday morning, he announced he’ll be hanging up his coaching attire and lacing up his sneakers once again. The two-time All-American had a cup of coffee with the NBA before playing overseas the last few years. Sullinger most recently played with the Shenzhen Leopards of the Chinese Basketball Association.
Nationwide Children's Hospital gets $5 million from City Council for affordable housing in Linden
Nationwide Children’s Hospital received a $5 million grant from the Columbus City Council to support the creation of affordable housing in the Linden neighborhood. The money will be directed towards Healthy Homes, the affordable housing wing of Nationwide Children's Hospital, which aims to address the pressing need for affordable housing in the area.
Medina seeks federal grant for street safety improvements
MEDINA, Ohio -- City officials are hopeful a federal grant program can help with the planning process and eventual construction of street safety upgrades. City Engineer Patrick Patton said the city recently learned about the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program through the Federal Highway Administration. “There are...
North Olmsted thrift store moratorium targets folks ‘popping some tags’
NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio -- Director of Economic and Community Development Max Upton has been hearing the Macklemore jokes. They started just as it was announced that North Olmsted was extending its 45-day moratorium related to any business operating as a thrift store. If you purchase a product or register for...
Remembering Bill Ellis, the voice of Akron's Black community
Akron is celebrating the contributions of the longtime publisher and editor of the city’s Black newspaper. Bill Ellis, who died June 21, 2024, at the age of 74, ran "The Reporter" for more than 30 years. Ellis’ mission was to lift up the Black community in Akron, former Akron...
Cleveland police searching for 13-year-old missing 2 days
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Cleveland police are asking for help in locating a 13-year-old girl they say was last seen Monday evening. Officers say Zyonna Howard was last seen in the 800 block of East 150th Street in Cleveland’s South-Collinwood neighborhood. The 13-year-old was last seen Monday evening, police...
Puppy rescue prompts pet care reminder
NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (July 17, 2024) – The Tuscarawas County Pound staff is urging everyone to spay and neuter their pets after taking in three litters of inbred puppies. Facility and Adoption Specialist Beth Lewis says a stray pickup the Friday before last became a rescue operation after the overwhelmed owner agreed to surrender the 19 pups, their mothers, and an unneutered male dog.
Car show at Smithville Historical Society campus Sunday afternoon
The Smithville Community Historical Society Car Show will take place 1:30-4 p.m Sunday. All are welcome to take their classic, vintage, and muscle cars along with Model Ts, Model As and any other awesome and unique cars ...
Browns' Contract Talks With Defender Not Going as Planned
The Cleveland Browns are enjoying the last few days of vacation. Training camp kicks off next week, as the rookies report on July 22 and vets join them on July 23. They enter the 2024 season with high expectations due to their loaded roster but things aren't perfect in Cleveland.
Cleveland Guardians outfielder hoping to join Samurai Japan for 2026
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan has put together an impressive start to his major league career. Kwan has won a Gold Glove in each of his first two seasons in the majors. He was named to his first All-Star Game this year and had taken a run at hitting .400. However, Kwan has one specific thing he wants to check off his list – playing for Samurai Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Swagelok adding new distribution center in Solon
Swagelok, which was founded in 1947 and moved to Solon in 1965, has grown to be a $2 billion international business as it celebrated its 77th anniversary on July 14. The company, according to Amy Johns, senior manager of corporate communications and employer brand, said Swagelok is constructing a new distribution center and she expects it to be completed in 2025.
‘Le Diner en Blanc’ returns to Cleveland for elegant evening in secret location
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Le Diner en Blanc – the dinner in white – is back in Cleveland for a third summer on Saturday, August 24. Up to 800 participants can register for a space at the Parisian picnic-themed special event and party from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at a secret location.
New investment will turn decades of decay into new hope for a neighborhood
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - “First thing is, a lot of abandonment,” said Cleveland Councilwoman Stephanie Howse-Jones of Ward 7 as she walks up on the old apartment building. “But now, with this investment, you know that it’s hope.”. The former Community Circle building on Hough Avenue...
Cleveland Clinic becomes official healthcare provider for Kent State athletics
KENT, Ohio -- Kent State University and Cleveland Clinic announced Wednesday a new partnership that establishes Cleveland Clinic as the official healthcare provider for Kent State athletics, offering health and wellness services to student athletes throughout the year. “Our student athletes deserve the best support possible for their health and...
'Who's Who in Black Cleveland' | 2024's edition will focus on politics, government
CLEVELAND — Dozens of Cleveland’s most prominent Black figures will soon gather to unveil a noteworthy book that has been in progress for nearly three months, highlighting their unique contributions and impact. The annual "Who’s Who in Black Cleveland" will return Monday, July 22, at the Intercontinental Hotel...
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