Former Cleveland City Councilman Basheer Jones has been sentenced to 28 months in federal prison after being convicted of fraud-related charges stemming from his time in office. U.S. District Judge
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Bank Manager in Westlake Thwarts $17K Scam, Others Not as Fortunate
A quick-thinking bank manager at a Chase Bank branch in Westlake prevented a couple from falling victim to a $17,000 scam, police said. However, in two separate incidents, other residents
Medina Community Seeks Justice in Christion Olson’s Death
The Medina community continues to push for answers in the tragic death of 18-year-old Christion Olson, who was found severely beaten in Brunswick Hills last July following a graduation party.
Akron Police Investigate Death of 12-Year-Old Boy, 23-Year-Old Man Detained
Authorities in Akron are investigating the death of a 12-year-old boy who suffered cardiac arrest Saturday afternoon, according to police. Emergency responders were called to the 100 block of South
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Weighs In on Potential Defunding of U.S. Department of Education
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine expressed cautious optimism following former President Donald Trump’s executive order to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. The order, signed Thursday, sets in motion a
Ohio Lawmakers Push for State ID Requirement to Access Pornography
Ohio legislators are advancing a proposal that would mandate residents to verify their age using a state-issued ID before accessing online pornography. House Bill 84 (H.B. 84), introduced by Republican
Ohio Court Partially Overturns Ban on Gender-Affirming Care, Allows Puberty Blockers
An Ohio appeals court has ruled to partially overturn a state ban on gender-affirming medical care for LGBTQ+ youth, allowing doctors to continue prescribing puberty blockers and hormone therapy. The
Veterans Rally in Akron Amid Concerns Over VA Job Cuts
Veterans and their supporters gathered in Akron on Tuesday to protest recent job cuts at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), joining a wave of demonstrations across Northeast Ohio,
Cleveland Municipal Court Resumes Operations After Cyber Attack
Cleveland Municipal Court has reopened its doors after a cyber attack forced a nearly three-week shutdown, disrupting court proceedings and frustrating visitors. In a statement, court administrators confirmed the reopening:
Social Security Policy Changes Impact Ohioans
A recent policy shift by the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding overpayments is raising concerns among recipients in Ohio. Under the new rules, individuals who receive excess payments—whether due to