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CMSD Valedictorian earns Gates scholarship, nearly $1M in scholarship awards

CMSD Valedictorian earns Gates scholarship, nearly $1M in scholarship awards

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Alec Sapolin
He is one of 750 students nationally to receive the award out of the 51,000 that applied.

Community

Akron Zoo introduces new animal species

Akron Zoo introduces new animal species

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By Alec Sapolin
Zoo officials said the rodent species is one of the largest rodents native to Patagonia, a region that encapsulates Argentina and Chile.

Community

Thousands sign petition to save Parma Senior High School’s auditorium from being demolished

Thousands sign petition to save Parma Senior High School’s auditorium from being demolished

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 6:04 PM EDT
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By Caitlin McCarthy
Thousands have signed a petition to save Parma Senior High School’s auditorium and bell tower from the wrecking ball.

News

Communities in Cleveland are hosting Juneteenth events all weekend long

Juneteenth 2023: Where to celebrate in Cleveland

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 11:00 AM EDT
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By Megan McSweeney
Juneteenth celebrations are quickly approaching with several events set to occur in Northeast Ohio.

Community

Westlake Aquatic Center

HEATING UP: Pools across NEO open for the 2023 season

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:21 PM EDT
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By Maddi Hebebrand
Northeast Ohio weather is heating up and school is out, which can only mean that pool season is upon us!

Pets

Hershel finally has a new leash on life after spending over 2,000 days living in a shelter...

Dog who spent 2,000 days in shelter finally adopted, Lake Humane Society says

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 1:47 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
This sweet 6-year-old named Hershel has a new leash on life now that he found his “furever” home with two humans to share with his new doggie sister.

News

Akron offering $2K sign on bonuses for new police officers

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 11:34 AM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
"We expect our officers to be of the highest caliber and to have a passion for public service and the residents of Akron," said Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan.

Community

Baby birds rescued by Cuyahoga Falls firefighters

Baby birds who fell out of nest rescued by Cuyahoga Falls firefighters

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 6:08 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
“We can’t always help animals in distress when requested, but if we can safely and effectively make the situation better, we will!” Cuyahoga Falls Fire Fighters Union Local 494 stated.

News

Canton firefighters provide medical care to both human and animal victim of fire.

Canton residents jump from burning home; firefighters rescue 4 pets

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 5:03 PM EDT
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By Anna Goldberg
A fire consumed a Cherry Avenue home Monday morning, firefighters say.

Community

Tim Allen, a cast member in the television series "Last Man Standing," poses at the FOX Summer...

Tim Allen’s comedy show coming to Northeast Ohio

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 12:13 PM EDT
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By Alec Sapolin
Tim Allen will be bringing his comedy show to Northeast Ohio in the fall.
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Cleveland Heights celebrates Pride Month

Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:44 AM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
The city also will hold its first Pride Month event, Pride in the Park, from Noon-4:00 pm, on June 24, at Cain Park.

Top Story

Cleveland Museum of Art builds excitement for summer events

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 3:16 PM EDT
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By Sia Nyorkor
Cleveland Museum of Art events sets off the start of summer

Events

Pride in the CLE March celebrates LGBTQ+ community on June 3

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:26 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The LGBTQ+ community is being celebrated in Downtown Cleveland with Pride in the CLE, a march and festival on June 3.

Community

Springfield Township officer corrals rogue horse galloping through neighborhood

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:13 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
“But fear not, for our fearless and hoof-savvy officer, Jared Lawrence, sprang into action,” and, “corralled the adventurous equine and ensured a safe capture,” STPD stated.

Community

Oh deer! Westlake Police rescue fawn tangled in backyard soccer net (video)

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 1:28 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
It seems Bambi tried to play soccer in a Westlake backyard, but instead of kicking the ball into the net, he got himself tangled up in it.

Community

Shaker Heights Van Aken District requires anyone under 17 to be with parent or legal guardian

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 12:07 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
While some showed support the safety measure, most community members on social media shared their frustration against the requirement’s restrictions.

Community

Several Northeast Ohio students head to National Spelling Bee

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 9:00 AM EDT
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By Maddi Hebebrand
Meet the talented spellers below, and join us in wishing them good luck as they take the stage throughout the week.

Community

Lake County deputies save life of elderly man who collapsed from heart attack

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 5:44 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The the doctor wanted said the elderly man would not have survived if it weren’t for the life-saving CPR efforts of Deputies Dustin Majewski and Bucyrus Palo.

Women

Cleveland Guardians wife Kara Bieber hosts walk for women to connect, feel empowered together

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 2:21 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
Blown away by the unexpected excitement from hundreds of women interested in the idea, she said, “I need to listen and try to make this happen for the women in Cleveland!”

Community

New Aldi coming to Cleveland’s West Side

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 11:41 AM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
Aldi officials said the store, located at 14651 Lorain Ave., will have their grand opening on June 8.

Community

City of Lakewood launches ‘Safe Place Initiative’ to help victims of underreported crimes

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 4:54 PM EDT
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By Maddi Hebebrand
The program, led by the Lakewood Police Department, was first developed by the Seattle Police Department. Lakewood is one of the first cities in Ohio to adopt the program.

Pets

Dog has spent 2,000 days in shelter waiting to be adopted, Lake Humane Society says

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 2:32 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
This sweet 6-year-old named Hershel has spent over 2,000 days living in a shelter hoping to find his “furever” home, and he’s waiting for you to adopt him from the Lake Humane Society.

Community

Avon Lake bald eaglets named by Redwood Elementary students

Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 1:35 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
Stars and Stripes, the love birds who call this nest home, are parents again to Anchor and Arrow!

Community

Akron Zoo becomes 1st in Ohio to earn ‘Age-Friendly Seal of Approval’ by BBB

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 2:43 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
To celebrate, Akron Zoo is hosting Age-Friendly Friday where guests ages 62 and older can purchase a senior citizen discount ticket for $12 and receive a general admission ticket for free on May 26.

Events

Northern Ohio Fire Fighters Charities hosts 2nd annual golf tournament

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 1:50 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The tournament raises funds for firefighters and their families in need of personal or financial support.

News

46th Cleveland Marathon winners announced

Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 2:46 PM EDT
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By Alec Sapolin
Thousands came to Cleveland and put their bodies and minds to the ultimate test during the Union Home Mortgage Cleveland Marathon and Half-Marathon.

Music

Mentor Rocks 2023 concert lineup features national recording artist

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 11:41 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The weekly free summer concert series is an all-ages event with a festival-like atmosphere with live music, food, drinks, and family fun.

Crime

Cleveland father of 3 killed as he attends vigil for his murdered friend

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 11:10 PM EDT
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By Michelle Nicks (WOIO)
As the loved ones of 26-year-old Kelvin Clark of Cleveland gathered to honor his memory with a picnic and balloon release, they also bowed their heads to pray for the senseless gun violence to stop.

Events

Akron Zoo hosts ‘Zoothing Hour’ for sensory-inclusive experience

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 10:06 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
Akron Zoo is opening their gates an hour early once a month for “guests with different abilities” who may not like loud noises or crowds so they can see the animals before the general public.

Community

Northeast Ohio 14-year-old earns 3rd associate degree

Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 11:53 AM EDT
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By Alec Sapolin
Most teenagers at this time of year would be wrapping up their freshman years at their respective high schools; but, one Northeast Ohio teen finished hers this week with a third associate degree.

Military

Cremated remains of 8 veterans found in North Olmsted City Hall closet to be interred

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 5:42 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
A caravan will take the six World War II and two Korean conflict veterans to Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery with full military honors.

Community

Mahoning County triplets graduate as co-valedictorians, salutatorian

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 7:00 PM EDT
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By Maddi Hebebrand
Sadie, Gage and Caydin Barker graduate from Sebring McKinley High School on Sunday, with nothing but bright futures ahead of them.

Events

Cleveland Public Library hosts therapy ponies at West Park Branch

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 3:52 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
These miniature horses “can help reduce stress and anxiety and provide many other therapeutic and healing benefits,” Cleveland Public Library stated.

Crime

Stow Police welcome K-9 Officer Rip to the force

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 1:57 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The Stow Police Department has four more paws enforcing the laws, and his name is K-9 Rip!

Community

Willoughby police find 2 missing juveniles

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 1:16 PM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
The boys were missing for about 12 hours.

Events

Akron breaks ground on new $9.5 million fire station

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 6:01 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The 14,959 sq. ft. station in the Wallhaven neighborhood is expected to be open in late summer of 2024.

Pets

Landscapers find missing Perkins Township tortoise who escaped home

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 5:16 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
Three days after police issued a BOLO for Flash, a sulcata tortoise belonging to a student who was "very upset and distraught that he escaped his home," he was found safe thanks to local landscapers.

Community

Several pets rescued from ‘stubborn’ Cuyahoga Falls house fire, firefighters say

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 3:02 PM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
No firefighters were injured.

Community

Cleveland City Council approves $10 million in funding to repair West Side Market

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 9:49 PM EDT
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By Maddi Hebebrand
Cleveland City Council approved $10 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for repairs to the historic West Side Market Monday night.

Community

1ST LOOK: Geraci’s Pizza Slice Shop opening Friday in downtown Cleveland

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 6:26 PM EDT
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By Maddi Hebebrand
Geraci’s will have you covered starting Friday at their newest location in the former Vincenza’s Pizza at 603 E. Prospect Avenue.

Events

Amazing Race hosts casting call at Dave & Buster’s in Westlake

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 2:40 PM EDT
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By 19 News Digital Team
Cleveland’s CBS 19 is holding an open casting call for Amazing Race at Dave & Buster’s in Westlake.

Business

2 new Meijer supercenters open in Northeast Ohio

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 2:36 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
Meijer opens the doors to two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters in Northeast Ohio on May 16.

Pets

BOLO issued for Perkins Township tortoise who escaped home

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 4:12 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
Flash the sulcata tortoise belongs to a student “who is very upset and distraught that he escaped his home,” so police issued a BOLO to help find him.

Community

4 Northeast Ohio high schoolers earn perfect ACT scores

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 3:01 PM EDT
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By Alec Sapolin
Four Northeast Ohio high school students recently earned perfection on their ACT test scores with 36′s, the highest obtainable score.

Community

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo expecting new baby gorilla

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 12:30 PM EDT
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By Alec Sapolin
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will be welcoming a new face after announcing the incoming birth of a new baby gorilla on Friday.

Community

Streetsboro firefighters rescue dog from 12 foot hole

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 2:51 PM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
According to firefighters, they were able to use a large hook took from the fire engine to save the dog.

Community

Lake County school resource officer saves life of choking staff member

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 4:38 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
The quick action of Deputy Mike Reed saved the life of an Auburn Career Center staff member who was choking and unable to breathe, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office said.

News

Bay Village home damaged in house fire

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 3:25 PM EDT
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By Julia Bingel
According to officials, crews brought two dogs out of the burning home.

News

Family hopes for answers in unsolved Lyndhurst murder

Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 10:39 AM EDT
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By Julia Bingel and Caitlin McCarthy
Dailyn Ferguson, 23, was killed outside his business on Mayfield Road in May 2022.

Community

Cleveland Museum of Natural History welcomes bobcat to wildlife center

Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT
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By Rachel Vadaj
There’s a new resident on the prowl at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History... a 1-year-old northern bobcat named Diego.
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