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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...
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.
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 Mayor Justin Bibb hosts community town hall
CLEVELAND — Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb and senior members of his administration hosted a community town hall Wednesday evening on the city's west side, with residents given the opportunity to personally ask him questions about his administration. The event took place at the Gunning Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center...
Ohio gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
State gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.28 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.39 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has fallen about 16 cents since...
Vance to focus on personal story in first speech as VP nominee
MILWAUKEE — Sen. JD Vance’s (R-Ohio) address to the Republican National Convention is expected to heavily focus on his personal story and how it ties in with some of former President Trump’s key issues. Vance’s remarks will be his first speech since being tapped as Trump’s vice presidential nominee. According to a source familiar with […]
Ohio-based Big Lots to close dozens of stores, at risk of bankruptcy
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Big Lots, the discount retail chain headquartered in central Ohio, is closing dozens of stores this year amid speculation the company will file for bankruptcy. The chain is planning to shutter 35 to 40 stores by the end of 2024, according to a filing the company submitted to the U.S. Securities […]
Bodycam video shows moment before officers shoot suspect near RNC
A newly released bodycam video from Ohio police shows the moment before officers fatally shot a homeless man, who allegedly tried to attack another person with a knife near the Republican National Convention. CNN’s Ryan Young reports.
Multiple suspects arrested, including 2 teens, in connection to Saturday assault in Green
Multiple suspects were arrested this past weekend in connection to an assault in the city of Green, according to the Summit County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff deputies responded to reports of a fight on Arlington Ridge at about 7 p.m. on July 13. When deputies arrived on the scene, they discovered a 25-year-old male with injuries. Witnesses told deputies multiple suspects wearing masks got out of different vehicles and attacked the victim. The suspects later fled the scene.
Massillon nabs $4M grant for Lake Ave. NE repaving, sidewalks, traffic lights
MASSILLON – Orange barrel season appears to be getting extended this year, as city officials and engineers are gearing up for additional road projects. Lake Avenue NE, Lincoln Way E and Lincoln Way W are streets in line for significant improvements using local and state grants, as well as city funding matches.
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