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Mount Union Named to Prominent Transfer Honor Roll in Consecutive Years
JACKSON, Mississippi — For the second year in a row and fourth overall, the University of Mount Union is pleased to have been named to the 2024 Transfer Honor Roll by the Phi Kappa Theta (PTK) Honor Society for its dynamic pathways to support transfer students. The Transfer Honor...
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-Cuyahoga County Port Authority Approves $144M for Major Projects
Projects in Cleveland, Edgewater and Shaker Heights will receive funds. By Ken Prendergast, NEO Trans. This article was published as part of an exclusive content partnership with neo-trans.blog. The Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority’s board this week approved $144 million worth of financing toward development projects with a combined price tag...
Cleveland awards $3 million to art projects citywide through Transformative Arts Fund
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The recipients of Cleveland’s Transformative Arts Fund were announced on Wednesday, with nearly $3 million awarded to seven public art and place-making projects in neighborhoods across Cleveland. Mayor Justin Bibb and City Council created the arts fund earlier this year using a share of the...
Lila Hill, active in many Washington County community groups, passes away at 102
MARIETTA — A local centenarian who was involved in several community groups passed away this week. Lila Elizabeth Hill, 102, passed away on Sunday at her home, The Glenwood Community, an assisted living facility, according to her obituary. She was born Jan. 9, 1922, in New Matamoras, to George...
Cleveland City Council speaks out after HUD report shows lead exposure in CMHA public housing
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A recent report released by United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) shows families who live in public housing in Cuyahoga County are at a greater risk of lead poisoning. Now, Cleveland City Council members are asking for an explanation and a solution. The...
Wickliffe Ponderosa property to be redeveloped into 55 and up community
Construction is slated to start at the beginning of September for Sunset Development’s 55 and up community at the Ponderosa property in Wickliffe. According to Mayor Joe Sakacs, all of the zoning for the property, located at 29553 Euclid Ave., has since been passed. Details on the cost of the homes, as well as availability will be provided upon being built.
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...
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...
Beachwood chief of police announces retirement
BEACHWOOD, Ohio (WOIO) - Beachwood Chief of Police Katherine McLaughlin is retiring from law enforcement and her position as Chief of Police effective September 13, 2024, according to her letter of resignation obtained by 19 News. Chief McLaughlin said, “After careful consideration, I decided it is time for me to...
Cleveland Guardians outfielder hoping to join Samurai Japan for 2026
Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan has put together an impressive start to his major league career. Kwan has won a Gold Glove in each of his first two seasons in the majors. He was named to his first All-Star Game this year and had taken a run at hitting .400. However, Kwan has one specific thing he wants to check off his list – playing for Samurai Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Tuscarawas County Health Department sees 68% increase in Lyme disease cases
DOVER ‒ Officials with the Tuscarawas County Health Department have seen a 68% increase in reported Lyme disease cases from May 1 through June 30. There have been 74 suspected Lyme cases among Tuscarawas County residents, compared to 44 suspected cases during the same time period in 2023, the agency reported. As of July 10, health department staff were already investigating another 31 suspected cases of Lyme disease for July.
People who lost their jobs in West Virginia due to flooding can get benefits
According to officials, individuals living or working in these counties who lost their job due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides may apply for federal unemployment benefits.
Gorgeous weather ahead for your weekend
CLEVELAND (WJW) – We are wrapping up a refreshing summer day! Thursday has not been too hot or humid. With temperatures only in the lower to mid 70s, it feels a little more like early fall than summer. Thursday evening looks pleasant, so there is still plenty of time to get outside to enjoy the nice weather before the end of the day.
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