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Ohio Police release video of person in a blow up doll mask putting a ransom note on home owners door, officials say it was just a prank
Police in Ohio released a video on Monday that showed a person in a blow up doll mask putting an envelope on a person's door and driving off.
Motorcyclist killed in Akron crash while fleeing from Barberton police: What we know
AKRON, Ohio — A 53-year-old man has died following a motorcycle crash after a pursuit involving Barberton police. SUBSCRIBE: Get the day's top headlines sent to your inbox each weekday morning with the free 3News to GO! newsletter. Akron police say the incident began on Monday, July 22, at...
Guardians slump tied to lack of run support: Crowquill
CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Guardians have had a hard time scoring runs the last few games and it has led to a mini-slump. They started out this season winning the majority of series against opposing teams, but going into the All-Star break they lost three of four games to Detroit, two of three to Tampa Bay and started the second half losing two of three to San Diego.
Cleveland students prepare for 2nd trip abroad to give student-made prosthetic devices to children in need
CLEVELAND — Eleven Cleveland Metropolitan School District students are counting down the hours until they travel to the Dominican Republic to give prosthetic devices they made themselves to children in need. The group leaves Thursday morning for Santo Domingo, where they will work in an area hospital helping to...
When we can expect to get the most rain this week
CLEVELAND (WJW) – Rain moves out for the night after an evening of scattered thunderstorms. One thunderstorm brought downed power lines and tree branches to Highland Heights. Drier overnight but warm and muggy. Temperatures will mostly be in the 70s and upper 60s. Dry start to the day. A...
Rekindle Fellowship creating dialogue in Black, Jewish communities
After launching the Rekindle Fellowship in April 2021, co-founders Matt Fieldman and Charmaine Rice are finding their local, collaborative organization growing in other parts of the nation. Rekindle began as a nonprofit supported by local and national philanthropy and the fellows that give after their fellowship. The fellowship was founded...
Parma schools drop 2024 levy attempt amid county property reappraisal
Parma City School District is dropping a levy attempt for the November 2024 ballot as some residents potentially face large tax increases due to Cuyahoga County's reappraisal of property values. It’s been almost a decade and a half since the school district had a new operating levy approved, but Superintendent...
Spotted: Rocky River confirms first sighting of invasive bug
ROCKY RIVER, Ohio – An invasive pest that has spread across the region in recent years has officially been spotted in Rocky River. The city’s service department announced that a spotted lanternfly was found at the Service Garage on some brush that someone had thrown away. If you...
Man reports coffee maker stolen by person who ‘bought’ it online: Avon Police Blotter
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One Kentucky airport rarely delays, cancels flights. Here's where it ranks nationally.
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, an airport frequently servicing those in Cincinnati and various northern areas of the Bluegrass State, was recently deemed one of the most reliable in the nation with few flight delays. Jackpot City Casino, an online casino gaming platform, evaluated 60 major U.S. airports and ranked them on the...
Massive Wave of Bank Branch Closures Hits Ohio: 29 Locations Shut Down in 2024
Ohio has now had dozens of painful bank closures this year, while the United States has seen bank branch closures around the country. According to the Daily Mail, banks have eliminated a total of 539 branches in only six months, with Wells Fargo and Chase leading the way. Ohio has witnessed 29 bank branch closures […]
18,000 places you can’t put a pot business: The Wake Up for Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. Ohio law prohibits locating a recreational marijuana business within 500 feet of a place of worship, public library, public playground or a public park. If you purchase a product or register for...
Gov. DeWine signs bill requiring AEDs in Ohio schools
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio legislators and NFL representatives gathered at a Columbus high school Tuesday to celebrate the signing of House Bill 47, a law requiring automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to be placed in every public and chartered nonpublic school in the state. Gov. Mike DeWine signed the bill...
Signatures certified: Ohio anti-gerrymandering amendment on its way to November ballot
A proposed anti-gerrymandering amendment in Ohio that would remove politicians from the redistricting process in favor of a citizens commission has gathered enough signatures to proceed to voters on the November ballot. The Ohio Secretary of State’s Office certified 535,005 signatures for the Citizens Not Politicians ballot initiative that would create an independent redistricting commission […] The post Signatures certified: Ohio anti-gerrymandering amendment on its way to November ballot appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Keeping people safe at the Ohio State Fair
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The Ohio State Fair is all about fun and coming together as Ohioans to celebrate our agrarian roots. However, as with any event where hundreds of thousands of people gather in one place, logistics and security are top of mind, especially for the Ohio State Highway Patrol, which is in charge […]
In Ohio, JD Vance implied tribes were 'enemy,' and called Indigenous Peoples' Day 'fake'
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump may have upset many Native voters by choosing Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate. Part of the animosity centers around a clash last year over a proposal to rename a national forest in Ohio. Another part of it relates to Vance mocking Indigenous Peoples' Day. As for...
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
Club Breaking Ground on $12M Clubhouse
The new 11,400-sq.-ft. structure at Ridgewood Golf Course in Parma, Ohio will offer both indoor and outdoor seating, an expanded bar and lounge area, and more than 160 parking spaces. Work is set to begin in August with a planned completion in Fall 2025. The Ridgewood Golf Course in Parma,...
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