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Ohio National Guard celebrates four Black Civil War heroes at Freedom to Serve event
On Monday, while America geared up to celebrate its independence, the Ohio National Guard paid tribute to the unsung Black heroes who played a vital role in maintaining the unity of the country during the Civil War. Last year, the Ohio National Guard launched the “Freedom to Serve” initiative to...
Ohio’s casinos, racinos report uptick in May gambling revenue
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ohio’s casinos and racinos saw an uptick in gambling revenue and had their best May since 2021. The state’s 11 casinos and racinos brought in a combined $204 million in May, up from $196 million in 2023 and $202 million in 2022. The record for the month was set in 2021, at $209 million, according to data from the Ohio casino control and lottery commissions.
Woman arrested in Ohio after allegedly claiming she purchased cocaine at a West Virginia music event
According to officials, a woman in Ohio was apprehended for claiming that she had purchased cocaine at a music festival in West Virginia. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, a traffic stop was conducted on State Route 7 in Clarington due to a traffic violation. While making a...
Ohio Property Taxes: 60% of Homeowners Struggle to Afford – Auditor Michael Stinziano Advocates for Reform
Michael Stinziano, Franklin County Auditor, advocates for legislative changes in Ohio to ease property tax burdens for homeowners, proposing reforms like expanding the Homestead Exemption and introducing measures such as property tax circuit breakers and a deferral program for those facing financial challenges. Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano Urges Legislative Reforms for Ohio Property Taxes […]
This once threatened symbol of America continues to thrive in Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio – There are an estimated 841 active bald eagle nests across Ohio, according to a recent state survey. That’s down from 910 last year. But don’t let the numbers give you the wrong impression. The majestic raptor, which has been a symbol of America going back more than two centuries, continues to thrive, according to Jamey Emmert, spokeswoman with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife.
Woman, after being accused of stealing pills, arrested for punching aunt in forehead: Cleveland Heights police blotter
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Journalist Jacoby to speak at Heights Jewish Center July 6-7
Jeff Jacoby, a former Clevelander and journalist for The Boston Globe, will speak July 6 and July 7 at Heights Jewish Center Synagogue at 14270 Cedar Road in University Heights. Jacoby will discuss “Thirty Years After Oslo: How the ‘Peace Process’ Battered Israel’s Good Name” at 11:30 a.m. July 6...
Semi driver charged after striking Ohio bridge with oversized load
MEDINA COUNTY, Ohio (WKRC) - A semi driver was charged after they drove under and struck a bridge in Ohio with an oversized load Friday. According to WOIO, citing the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), 43-year-old Deshawn Johnson of Texas was charged after he drove his semi under a bridge and struck it. Per the outlet, citing the OSHP, investigators found that Johnson was driving off his ODOT approved permit for the route and didn't have a lead vehicle with height-sensing technology.
Chardon 7-on-7 quad reconnects football coaches Mitch Hewitt and Olmsted Falls’ Tom DeLuca
The connection between Olmsted Falls and Chardon dated back years prior to their highly-anticipated season opener. As Olmsted Falls Coach Tom DeLuca and Chardon’s Mitch Hewitt were briefly college roommates with the Bowling Green State football team, their respective teams became yearly sparring partners in Chardon’s 7-on-7 quad.
‘No doubt we are better together’ as Congregation Mishkan Or
Following a historic merger, Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple and The Temple-Tifereth Israel’s first day as a unified Reform congregation, Congregation Mishkan Or, was filled with hope, Julianna Johnston Senturia, inaugural executive director for the new congregation, told the Cleveland Jewish News on July 2. “Former Fairmount Temple staff started...
Owner of Willowick’s Shoregate Towers waives jury trial, wants to plea
LAKE COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The owner of Shoregate Towers in Willowick waived his right to a jury trial and wants to schedule a change of plea hearing, according to court documents. Lemma Getachew’s request was filed on June 21 in Willoughby Municipal Court. According to the motion, Getachew...
Restaurant gets new name, Royal Docks has new ownership + 2 events coming up: WTAM 5-minute food-drinks chat
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A restaurant in Woodmere gets a new name, a Northeast Ohio brewery has new owners, and two food and drink events are coming up. Here’s our 5-minute food-drinks chat with WTAM’s Bill Wills. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
'It's gut-wrenching': Painesville Township residents call for action after sewage floods out of basement drains
PAINESVILLE, Ohio — On Saturday, residents along Outrigger Cove in Painesville Township discovered sewage covering their basement floors after rain seemingly overwhelmed the area's sewage system. Although the sight disgusted and frustrated homeowners, residents tell 3News it's not entirely shocking. "I feel like I'm a veteran of it, because...
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