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Ariel Walters sentenced to community control after pleading guilty to charges connected to Lakewood Amber Alert case
CLEVELAND — 30-year-old Ariel Walters, the woman at the center of a days-long Amber Alert in Lakewood late last year, has been sentenced to two years of community control under the supervision of the adult probation department. The judge handed down that decision during the sentencing hearing in Cuyahoga...
What are the winning Powerball numbers for the $75 million jackpot on July 17, 2024? See all the prizes hit in Ohio
CLEVELAND — Although nobody won the $64 million Powerball jackpot in the latest drawing on Monday, July 15, 2024, the Ohio Lottery says there were plenty of other prizes hit throughout the state. Here's a list of those prizes, according to the Ohio Lottery... $50,000 prize: 1 winner. $200...
Ohio State-Michigan rivalry humorously takes national spotlight in JD Vance's Republican National Convention speech
On Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Ohio U.S. Sen. JD Vance formally accepted the party nomination for vice president, cementing his status as former President Donald Trump's running mate for the 2024 election. In introducing himself to a wider audience, the 39-year-old made sure to highlight his Buckeye State roots.
VERIFYING claims from Trump VP pick JD Vance’s RNC speech
During the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night, Ohio Sen. JD Vance gave his first speech since becoming former President Donald Trump’s pick for vice president. Trump is expected to give his keynote address on Thursday night to formally accept the GOP nomination for president. Vance, 39, is attending...
WATCH: Kent State professor arrested after alleged drunken 911 phone call, argument over whether she can drive Tesla drunk
A Kent State University professor was arrested after calling 911 to tell police she was locked out of a building and had to use the bathroom, and later argued with officers over whether she was intoxicated, body camera video shows. During an initial 911 call, Dr. Ellen Glickman, director of...
Police: Armed suspect dead after being shot by deputies outside Medina County Sheriff's Office
MEDINA, Ohio — Authorities say a suspect is dead after being shot by members of the Medina County Sheriff's Office outside the department's headquarters Wednesday evening. Officials from both the sheriff's office as well as the Medina Police Department say the incident began just after 6 p.m., when a concerned citizen spoke through the sheriff's outdoor intercom system and reported seeing an armed woman in the parking lot acting in an "unruly way." Deputies then responded to the front lobby area and discovered the suspect armed with both a gun and a knife, and when they ordered her to drop them, one of the officers fired their weapon at her.
EPA watchdog investigating delays in how the agency used sensor plane after fiery Ohio derailment
The EPA's Inspector General is investigating why the agency didn't get its specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors into the air over East Palestine until four days after the disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment last year. The Associated Press reported on a whistleblower's concerns this spring about the delays and discrepancies...
Jessica Van Meter looks at the data to see if this summer has been windier than normal in Northeast Ohio
CLEVELAND — During Tuesday's edition of "3News at 5," Jay Crawford asked a simple question as we got to the weather segment: "Has it been more windy this summer than normal?" After being rather dismissive on set and stating that there were probably some stats to be found, I...
Cleveland police seek help finding missing 13-year-old girl
CLEVELAND — Cleveland police are asking for the public's help in finding a 13-year-old girl who has been missing since Monday. According to a Cleveland Division of Police spokesperson, Zyonna Howard was last seen on Monday at around 5 p.m. Howard was reported missing from the 800 block of...
EPA watchdog investigating delays in how the agency used sensor plane after East Palestine derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The EPA's Inspector General is investigating why the agency didn't get its specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors into the air over East Palestine until four days after the disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment last year. The Associated Press reported on a whistleblower's concerns this spring...
Kenston Local Schools investigating video showing students using N-word, other threatening language
BAINBRIDGE, Ohio — Community members of Kenston Local Schools are furious over social media videos appearing showing students using threatening language and racial slurs. Many parents attended a school board meeting on Tuesday to air their grievances. "We absolutely have no faith in your ability to protect our Black...
Pan-American Masters Games in Cleveland: 98-year-old athlete among thousands competing
CLEVELAND — Among thousands of athletes competing in the 2024 Pan-American Masters Games in Cleveland this week, one stands out. Not for his speed, but his stamina. At the start of any race, it’s not just the speed, the strength or even the finish that matters. Sometimes showing up to the track is just as impressive. And Allan Martin from New Zealand has been showing up to compete in track and field events for years.
Akron police: Suspect remains at large in attack of jogger on Towpath Trail
AKRON, Ohio — Akron police are searching for a suspect accused of attacking a woman jogging along the Towpath Trail near the West Bartges trailhead. Police say another person on the trail intervened and saved the victim, but the attacker is still at-large. The attack happened June 28 at...
Who is Usha Vance? Yale law graduate and wife of vice presidential nominee JD Vance
WASHINGTON — Usha Chilukuri Vance, Yale law graduate and trial lawyer, was thrust into the spotlight this week after her husband, JD Vance, was chosen as Donald Trump’s running mate in the 2024 presidential election. Chilukuri Vance, 38, was raised in San Diego, by Indian immigrants. Her mother...
Growing STEM: Unique camp is inspiring the next generation of women aviators
KENT, Ohio — The Kent State University Airport is buzzing with activity. The perfect environment for Ohio high school students to learn about the field of aviation. From trying flight simulators, to pre-flight check, to the big event of the day, flying in a Cessna. "I just learned how...
University Hospitals to host Parent Bereavement Remembrance Walk for families who have lost a child
CLEVELAND — University Hospitals is hosting its second annual Parent Bereavement Programs Remembrance Walk for families who have experienced the loss of a child. The free, one-mile walk will happen at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Saturday, July 20. Same day registration starts at 8 a.m., before the walk begins at 9:15 a.m.
'I'm in a great state': Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson discusses rehab, state of the team
BEREA, Ohio — We're just over a week away from the start of Cleveland Browns training camp at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, and quarterback Deshaun Watson is continuing to progress from shoulder surgery. "I'm great," Watson told reporters Wednesday. "I'm in a great state." Watson...
American Red Cross, Cleveland Clinic partner to hold blood drive in honor of fallen Euclid police officer Jacob Derbin
EUCLID, Ohio — The American Red Cross and Cleveland Clinic are partnering to hold blood drive in honor of fallen Euclid police officer Jacob Derbin. The blood drive is being held on Thursday, July 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Euclid Hospital's Waltz Auditorium (18901 Lakeshore Boulevard, Euclid).
Cleveland teen accused of stealing puppy from Parma Petland pleads guilty to theft, obstructing justice
CLEVELAND — A Cleveland teen who was accused of stealing a valuable puppy from a Parma pet store in March pleaded guilty to charges including aggravated theft, court records show. After plea negotiations with Cuyahoga County prosecutors, Markeze Williams, 18, withdrew previous pleas of not guilty and admitted to...
Cleveland man accused of killing girlfriend and dumping her body in dumpster indicted by grand jury
CLEVELAND — James Gregory Drahos has been indicted by a Cuyahoga County grand jury after human remains were found last week at a Cleveland home believed to be those of missing woman Tammy Dubuisson. Prosecutors allege that Drahos killed Dubuisson and disposed of her body in a dumpster. According...
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