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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. […]
Norton teachers union to vote next month on tentative agreement reached with school board
Members of the Norton teachers union will vote Aug. 5-8 on a new contract, the president of the union said Wednesday. A tentative agreement between the Norton Classroom Teachers Association and the Norton City School District Board of Education was reached July 12, nearly two weeks after the previous contract expired. The two parties had been negotiating since May on a new agreement. ...
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...
Speed tables set in Independence for the first time
INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (WOIO) - On Hillside Road speed table are the new push to stop people from speeding. “They’re a little different than the speed bump. They’re designed to help elevate an entire vehicles wheel base an effort to reduce their speed and make the operator more cognoscente of how fast they’re traveling,” said Sgt. Everett Hayworth.
Crash appears to be clear at I-77 north along Akron's Central Interchange after delays
A crash on Akron Central Interchange Friday morning caused traffic delays near I-77 North and State Route 8. There are no further delays, with traffic proceeding normally as of 10:18 a.m., according to the Ohio Department of Transportation. ...
10 reasons why 2024 Greater Akron high school football season could be magical
The 2023 high school football season gave Greater Akron some huge storylines, but here’s the spoiler alert: 2024 could be even better. The talent is off the chart this season in the area with so many good teams ready to take the next step. With that said, here are 10 things the USA Today...
Streetsboro puts brakes on solar panel ban
A potential year-long ban on solar panels in Streetsboro is headed back to committee after a debate over whether to exclude residential properties from the moratorium. The moratorium came up for second reading before Streetsboro City Council, prompting debate over various versions of the ban. Councilmembers discussed the original ordinance, which was recommended by the city's planning commission in June; an amendment suggested by Law Director Paul Janis that would allow residential solar panels, but only if they are mounted on houses; and an amendment suggested by Councilwoman Lisa McDaniel, which would allow ground mounted panels on residential properties as well as those on rooftops.
10 questions with Paris Olympian and BMX rider Marcus Christopher of Lake Township
Lake Township resident Marcus Christopher will be competing on July 30 in BMX freestyle in the Paris Olympics. Christopher, 21, recently won a gold medal in BMX park riding at the X Games in California. Christopher, whose endorsements include Rockstar energy drink, is a top-ranked BMX freestyle rider. LAKE TWP....
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival Balloon Classic plans to fill the sky
NORTH CANTON, Ohio (WOIO) - The Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Balloon Classic is slated for this weekend with flights, fireworks and a drone light show. The Balloon Classic will run from Friday to Sunday at the Kent State Stark Campus. Aside from balloons, there will be food, vendors...
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...
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