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‘Don’t get caught up in the drama’: City looking for nine people to join Community Police Commission
The City of Cleveland is looking for nine people to join the Community Police Commission, which oversees police discipline and policy. They will replace three commissioners who resigned and six others whose terms end this year. After a turbulent two years, when the work of the commission has often been...
NAACP questions MetroHealth CEO firing; Cleveland State’s ups and downs; CMSD students get career advice
The Cleveland branch of the NAACP, which has been highly critical of MetroHealth System’s decision to fire CEO Airica Steed, has asked to meet with the hospital’s board of trustees. “The Cleveland NAACP and members of the broader community have a number of questions concerning the implications of...
Cowboys – Browns Trade Leak Ignites Fans On Both Sides (Report)
The Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns had a similar 2023 season on paper. The Browns went 11-6 and were eliminated in the wild card round to the Houston Texans. The Cowboys went 12-5 and were eliminated in the wild card round to the Green Bay Packers. Both teams will look...
Browns Execute 2 Trades in 3 Days, Stock Up on Draft Picks
The Cleveland Browns are making roster moves as cut down day approaches, including two trades with NFC squads across a three-day span that have padded the team’s draft coffers. Cleveland most recently flipped defensive tackle Chris Williams to the Chicago Bears for a Day 3 pick swap in 2025.
Bay Village digs in to help residents with tornado debris
BAY VILLAGE, Ohio -- In the aftermath of the storms that ripped through Bay Village on Aug. 6, the city will continue to collect debris from residents’ tree lawns. There are some limitations and instructions, though, according to Mary Kay Costello, the city’s director of service and properties.
Avon vs. Canton McKinley Week 2 football preview
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Avon’s opening gauntlet continues with a visit from Canton McKinley, which should further test the Eagles’ defensive front after their Week 1 statement to the high school football season. They held down St. Ignatius’ run game to 83 yards in a 42-21 win at...
Councilman continues to raise concerns over Avon Lake Regional Water's purchase of coal yard
Councilman Rob Shahmir on Monday raised concerns about Avon Lake Regional Water’s purchase of the Avon Lake Environmental Redevelopment Group’s coal yard property. The redevelopment group completed the purchase of the property, a 35-acre piece of land between Walker and Lake roads, on July 30. In Council's Communications, Environmental and Recreational Programming Committee meeting, which took place before Council’s regular meeting, Shahmir demanded answers for why the purchase went ahead without what he called comprehensive environmental data.
See all homes sold in Parma, Aug. 19 to Aug. 25
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Parma reported from Aug. 19 to Aug. 25. There were 23 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,326-square-foot home on Belmere Drive in Parma that sold for $193,900. 11002 Magdala...
‘It’s like a second summer’: Construction worker outside in Northeast Ohio
PARMA, Ohio (WOIO) - Tuesday’s extreme heat is impacting those who work outside. Justin Castellano and other construction crews are building a new Aldi in Parma. “It’s like a second summer. Last week was great and now you got this heat wave. We’re stuck out here and we barely got started. It’s almost unbearable. You get up in the morning and you dread it,” said Castellano. “You know what you’re in for. It’s going to be hot. You’re going to be wiping your face all day. Changing shirts. One quarter way through the day you’re ready for it to be over.”
10 most expensive homes sold in North Olmsted, Aug. 19-25
A house that sold for $399,900 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in North Olmsted in the past week. In total, 18 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $210,586. The average price per square foot was $142.
Avon Lake mayor cites ‘no concern’ about air quality in wake of power plant implosion
AVON LAKE, Ohio -- City residents can likely breathe a sigh of relief after hearing the results of air quality monitoring from the implosion of buildings at the former Avon Lake Power Plant. The city had contracted with an outside, independent environmental consulting group called Verdantas to monitor air quality.
Who is Northeast Ohio’s best girls tennis player? Our picks, your votes (poll)
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Who is the best high school girls tennis 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 tennis talent. This year’s group, which began the 2024 season earlier this month, includes numerous returning state qualifiers. It’s a group that features players like Hawken’s Dani Forte and Magnificat’s Anna Mancino, who were both first-team All-Ohio selections two seasons ago and are trying to get back to that this season.
Parma City Schools superintendent ready to continue ‘momentum’ in new academic year
PARMA, Ohio -- The 2024-2025 school year begins Sept. 3 for the Parma City School District. “We’re excited,” Superintendent Charles Smialek said. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Planned Parenthood to start to offer same-day abortions in Ohio after court ruling
Planned Parenthood will begin phasing in same-day abortion services in Ohio after a Franklin County judge temporarily blocked the state's mandatory 24-hour waiting period. While same-day abortion services will not start immediately, Dr. Bhavik Kumar, chief medical officer of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio, said Tuesday that the nonprofit is working on a...
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