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Dec 11, 2018 11:01 PM EDT
Two semi trucks collided in Wayne County on I-71 South Tuesday night.
Local affordable housing shortage hurts children
Dec 11, 2018 11:14 PM EDT
Maple Heights Mayor Annette Blackwell believes Northeast Ohio's shortage of affordable housing is having a tragic impact on the academic development of
Donut lovers, your time has come
Dec 11, 2018 10:06 PM EDT
Krispy Kreme
Baker Mayfield raised how much money?!?!
Dec 11, 2018 09:43 PM EDT
Baker Mayfield spent Tuesday night raising money for charity.
Armed, dangerous: Mayfield flexing rocket arm
Dec 11, 2018 08:15 PM EDT
As Baker Mayfield threw long passes to his wide receivers and short ones to backs before Sunday's game against Carolina, Browns interim coach Gregg Williams knew his rookie quarterback was going to have a good game.
Adam Sandler bringing tour to Cleveland
Dec 11, 2018 07:10 PM EDT
Adam Sandler fans rejoice!
Art exhibit takes on redlining in the city
Dec 11, 2018 07:01 PM EDT
Cleveland's Undoing Oppression Taskforce organized an exhibit highlighting redlining.
Man charged with killing three people in 2012
Dec 11, 2018 06:58 PM EDT
A man has been indicted for killing three people execution-style in 2012 in Cleveland.
Police investigating Fairview Park gym
Dec 11, 2018 07:56 PM EDT
The abrupt closure of a local gym has residents so fired up, the police department is investigating and Ohio's Attorney General's office have received several complaints.
New hip-hop, R&B station debuts in Cleveland
Dec 11, 2018 06:08 PM EDT
A new hip-hop and R&B station has debuted in Cleveland.
Why we published our report on racial disparity
Dec 11, 2018 07:05 PM EDT
On Monday, News 5 reported on newly-released data from the Center for Community Solutions, a Cleveland-based nonpartisan think tank that focuses on solutions to health, social
Group protests jail outside county building
Dec 11, 2018 11:09 PM EDT
Dozens gathered at the Cuyahoga County Administration Building to protest the Cuyahoga County Jail.
2-year-old in hospital, man arrested
Dec 11, 2018 04:12 PM EDT
The Tuscarawas County Sheriff's Office has charged a man with two counts of Endangering Children and one count of Felonious Assault.
Rejoice! Wildly popular ramen pop-up is back
Dec 11, 2018 03:57 PM EDT
A favorite ice cream shop in Ohio City is turning its space used to serve cold, sweet treats in the summer months into a haven for a hot, comforting bowl of ramen.
That's one way to steal a shovel
Dec 11, 2018 03:30 PM EDT
Shelby Police are investigating a possible theft of a shovel attachment that is normally attached to a backhoe.
Pursuit leads to crash in Westlake; roads reopen
Dec 11, 2018 05:06 PM EDT
A pursuit of a vehicle wanted in connection to a theft at a Westlake software company led to a crash Tuesday afternoon, police confirmed.
Woman hits pedestrian in Flats East Bank
Dec 11, 2018 02:56 PM EDT
A woman was arrested Saturday after she hit a man while allegedly driving under the influence in the Flats East Bank, according to report from Cleveland police.
Grandma killed after fleeing suspect hits car
Dec 11, 2018 10:52 PM EDT
A grandmother died Tuesday morning after she was hit by a man fleeing from a traffic stop in Akron Monday night, according to the Summit County Medical Examiner's Office.
Body of missing PA professor found
Dec 11, 2018 11:43 AM EDT
A Pennsylvania
This is who the Browns play in 2019
Dec 11, 2018 11:30 AM EDT
Is there a chance we could see the resurgent Browns and their budding star quarterback Baker Mayfield more often in prime time in 2019? A look at the teams that fall on the Browns' schedule next year makes it look like a possibility.
Deana Martin weighs in on radio song controversy
Dec 11, 2018 10:55 AM EDT
The Christmastime classic you hear when the snow starts to fall is facing some heat after a local radio station decided to stop playing the song in the wake of the #Metoo movement. Now, Dean Martin's daughter is speaking out after some suggested it promotes rape culture, according to an article on People.com.
Michelle Obama is coming to Cleveland
Dec 11, 2018 09:46 AM EDT
Former first lady Michelle Obama announced Tuesday that she is adding another round of stops on her "I Am Becoming" book tour.
Stores fight to stay afloat in the digital age
Dec 11, 2018 06:33 PM EDT
Stores fighting to stay afloat in the digital age.
Frontier announces 2 nonstop flights to Florida
Dec 11, 2018 07:48 AM EDT
There's a chance to say goodbye to the cold and say hello to the sunshine with new deals out of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
Mom screamed for help amid deadly house fire
Dec 11, 2018 06:19 AM EDT
An anguished mother, naked and bleeding, banged on the door of the house across the street and screamed for help in a fruitless plea to save her five children as a late-night fire swallowed their Ohio home, a neighbor said Monday.
Mayfield Hts. seniors have icy sidewalk concerns
Dec 10, 2018 11:14 PM EDT
Some Mayfield Heights seniors say icy sidewalks in city business districts have them concerned about safety.
Townhall appalled by controversial article
Dec 11, 2018 07:37 AM EDT
A local website is facing backlash after attempting to be humorous about the foreclosure crisis and sex trafficking.
BBB gives contractor 'F' rating, warns of fraud
Dec 10, 2018 06:46 PM EDT
The Better Business Bureau of Akron is warning consumers to avoid a specific contractor after receiving five complaints over two years that roof and window repair work was not completed.
Browns refuse to dismiss unlikely playoff dream
Dec 10, 2018 06:06 PM EDT
The Browns are young, confident bordering on cocky, and maybe a little naive.
Jeromesville students look ahead to the future
Dec 10, 2018 06:06 PM EDT
Students in the small village of Jeromesville are working toward change.
Police investigating possible overdose at jail
Dec 10, 2018 05:13 PM EDT
The Portage County Sheriff's Office is investigating drugs possibly being smuggled into the jail.
Did you know that your dog can make you sick?
Dec 10, 2018 06:16 PM EDT
Antibiotic resistance is a concern for all doctors
How to outsmart the Porch Pirates
Dec 11, 2018 07:37 AM EDT
Some residents are angry and concerned about so-called 'porch pirates' lurking about this holiday season.
Study: Harder to be black than white in CLE
Dec 10, 2018 06:10 PM EDT
Eye-opening new data from a local think tank shows it is more difficult to be black than white in Cleveland and in Cuyahoga County.
Driver killed in crash after car goes airborne
Dec 10, 2018 03:01 PM EDT
Police are investigating after a man died in a crash Saturday morning on Oberlin Avenue in Lorain.
And the number of marijuana cards in Ohio is ...
Dec 10, 2018 02:14 PM EDT
On Monday the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy announced the number of people in the state who received an activated medical marijuana card after opening up the patient and caregiver registry.
FBI: 2 arrested in Ohio on terrorism charges
Dec 10, 2018 06:04 PM EDT
On Monday federal authorities announced the arrests of a man and a woman in connection to plotting two separate attacks in Ohio in concert with undercover
Car slams into building in Cleveland
Dec 10, 2018 11:56 AM EDT
Cleveland police and EMS responded to a crash in the
Baker Mayfield has a request for fans
Dec 10, 2018 10:44 AM EDT
Following a home victory against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Baker Mayfield had a request on behalf of himself and his teammates to what many consider to be the most loyal fan base in the NFL. He'd like to see more fan support.
Feds make national security arrest in Ohio
Dec 10, 2018 12:31 PM EDT
Federal officials from the Northwest Ohio Joint Terrorism Task Force and the FBI are holding a press conference Monday to announce a recent arrest made involving national security.
5-year-old boy struck in hit-skip in Cleveland
Dec 10, 2018 10:41 AM EDT
Cleveland police are investigating after a 5-year-old boy was struck during a hit-skip on the city's east side Monday morning.
Stores pushing back against online retail age
Dec 10, 2018 06:06 PM EDT
While Jerry Masisak walks through Great Northern Mall in North Olmsted, he reflects back on the Golden Rule of retail he learned while working in and owning a shoe store nearby for 45 years.
5 children killed in Youngstown house fire
Dec 10, 2018 11:12 PM EDT
Five children are dead following a fire Sunday at a home on Youngstown's south side.
Homeless tent city in Cleveland raises concerns
Dec 10, 2018 07:28 AM EDT
A homeless encampment has sprung up underneath the Detroit-Superior Bridge in Cleveland over the last several months, sending city leaders searching for a solution.
Bill creating database of violent offenders OK'd
Dec 09, 2018 05:20 PM EDT
Ohio lawmakers have approved the creation of a statewide database of violent offenders under legislation named for a college student who disappeared while bicycling and was abducted and slain.
Browns send Panthers fifth straight loss
Dec 09, 2018 05:02 PM EDT
Baker Mayfield outplayed Cam Newton, Jarvis Landry caught a touchdown pass and ran for another score and the Cleveland Browns damaged Carolina's playoff hopes with a 26-20 win Sunday over the Panthers, who dropped their fifth straight.
Fire destroys home in Euclid, damages two others
Dec 09, 2018 07:11 PM EDT
Euclid fire officials are investigating after towering flames destroyed a home in the 27000 block of Shirley Avenue early Sunday morning.
Popular Wooster restaurant shutting its doors
Dec 09, 2018 03:18 PM EDT
The Grande Ranch in Wooster has decided to close its doors
Decorator remembers holidays at the White House
Dec 09, 2018 02:14 PM EDT
Christmas memories just aren't the same for one local man, unless he's trimming the trees with tinsel and lights at the White House.
Baker Mayfield throws 51-yard touchdown pass
Dec 09, 2018 02:01 PM EDT
Baker Mayfield threw a 51-yard bomb to Jarvis Landry for the Browns second touchdown of the game.
Baker Mayfield throws bomb to Perriman
Dec 09, 2018 01:31 PM EDT
Baker Mayfield threw a 66-yard bomb to Breshad Perriman to start the game for the Browns.
Firefighters battle engulfed home in Bedford
Dec 09, 2018 11:10 AM EDT
The Bedford Fire Department nearly escape a collapsing house after a fire on Tudor Avenue.
Lake Co police join forces to stop drunk driving
Dec 10, 2018 11:21 AM EDT
Police officers from across Lake County came together Saturday afternoon at Great Lakes Mall in Mentor to spread the message about not drinking and driving this holiday season.
How to watch Sunday's Browns game on TV, online
Dec 09, 2018 10:38 AM EDT
The Browns take on the Carolina Panthers in Cleveland on Sunday. Here's how you can catch the action:
Veterans hold Toys for Tots donation on Saturday
Dec 08, 2018 04:04 PM EDT
Local submarine veterans joined forces with the Marine Corps to collect Toys for Tots aboard USS Cod Submarine Memorial on Saturday morning.
Columbus Zoo giraffe died Saturday morning
Dec 08, 2018 05:28 PM EDT
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium announced that their giraffe, named Cami, died early Saturday morning after having a Caesarian section to deliver her calf, which died shortly after delivery.
Elon Musk may want to buy Lordstown GM plant
Dec 08, 2018 10:46 AM EDT
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc., may be interested in buying some of the five factories that General Motors plans to close next year, including the Lordstown GM plant.
Painesville tenants cope with bedbug issues
Dec 08, 2018 10:08 AM EDT
Tenants living at the West High Street Apartments in Painseville
Police searching for missing 15-year-old boy
Dec 07, 2018 07:50 PM EDT
Police are looking for a missing teen last seen leaving for school on Cleveland's East Side.
Homeowners suing NEXUS for property damage
Dec 07, 2018 07:10 PM EDT
Property owners in at least four counties have filed lawsuits claiming construction of the NEXUS Pipeline has damaged their properties.
Wickliffe man fights to keep his historic home
Dec 07, 2018 06:57 PM EDT
A man in Wickliffe is fighting to keep his 19th
Abandoned dog found in near-freezing weather
Dec 07, 2018 05:35 PM EDT
A dog in severe need of veterinary care was found after being abandoned for days in near-freezing weather.
Naked burglar arrested after being caught in act
Dec 07, 2018 04:48 PM EDT
A Portage County man was arrested on Friday after deputies say he was
Parents rally around Academy of St. Adalbert
Dec 07, 2018 07:22 PM EDT
The Academy of St. Adalbert in Berea is the oldest Catholic school in the Cleveland Diocese, dating back to the late 1800s, but declining enrollment at the end of 2018 appears to be taking a toll.
Reward offered in Richmond Heights fatal arson
Dec 07, 2018 04:15 PM EDT
Authorities
4th man arrested in father-daughter homicide
Dec 07, 2018 03:41 PM EDT
A fourth suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with the deaths of a father and daughter who were tortured and killed then found in a burning car in an East Cleveland field in October.
Public health warning issued for fake oxy pills
Dec 10, 2018 01:47 PM EDT
A batch of pills
Police looking for 13YO girl from Mayfield Hts.
Dec 07, 2018 02:26 PM EDT
Authorities are looking for a missing teen who was last seen at her home in Mayfield Heights earlier this week.
Mother worried about daughter in Cuyahoga jail
Dec 07, 2018 12:07 PM EDT
Michele Skinner is concerned about the health and well-being of her pregnant 28-year-old daughter
Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony on U.S.S. Cod
Dec 07, 2018 12:02 PM EDT
This is the 77th
Glowing yellow orb in the sky to return
Dec 07, 2018 10:52 AM EDT
It’s that time of year, when almost all weather news is bad. Well, here’s some good news. We’re about to get five straight days of sunny weather.
North Royalton murder suspect held on $5M bond
Dec 07, 2018 10:41 AM EDT
A 44-year-old man who was
Strongsville latest city hit by package thieves
Dec 07, 2018 06:36 PM EDT
Strongsville is the latest city to get hit by porch pirates. The Strongsville Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying the man in the photos.
Don't let grandma get run over by a reindeer
Dec 07, 2018 07:05 AM EDT
The Ohio
Who should pay to fix this bridge?
Dec 07, 2018 07:18 PM EDT
Teaching kids how to run a company and give back
Dec 06, 2018 11:10 PM EDT
The Campus International School in Cleveland has a pretty unique gift shop. The "Good Gift Shop" started as a store where kids could get gifts for themselves or family. It's,
'Baby It's Cold Outside' controversy continues
Dec 06, 2018 11:24 PM EDT
The lyrics of a decades-old song are new fodder for debate this holiday season as the 1944 classic ‘Baby it’s Cold Outside’ has been banned by several radio stations across the country, the first being Star 102 in Cleveland. The refusal to play the holiday classic has sparked uproar by some who believe the lyrics are being misconstrued amid the #MeToo era.
LIVE: DeFreeze family calls for house demolition
Dec 07, 2018 08:48 PM EDT
The DeFreeze family held a news conference Friday to repremand the
Rock Hall fan voting for Class of 2019 ends soon
Dec 06, 2018 08:09 PM EDT
It just may be the one vote you make that you can feel free to talk about around the dinner table, and what's better, it's one you can legally cast multiple times. It is the online fan vote for the 2019 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees.
District sued for suspending student over candy
Dec 07, 2018 01:45 PM EDT
A family has filed a lawsuit against the Lorain County School District after their daughter was wrongly accused of bringing drug-laced candy to lunch in September and suspended.
Finally, a proper use for loooooong CVS receipts
Dec 07, 2018 06:26 AM EDT
We all know how to make a Venetian blind (poke him in the eyes), but what do you do when (not if) one of those cheap vertical plastic blinds breaks?
LIVE | Public forum about county jail issues
Dec 06, 2018 06:13 PM EDT
The NAACP is holding a community hearing Thursday night to discuss issues with the community about problems that have come to light regarding Cuyahoga County Jail.
Man charged with woman's drive-by shooting death
Dec 06, 2018 06:09 PM EDT
A man wanted in connection with the fatal drive-by shooting of a 29-year-old woman back in October
First responders at risk from Ohio drivers
Dec 06, 2018 09:54 PM EDT
The folks you call for help are the people drivers are putting at risk, while they're just doing their jobs.
Police patrol for drivers who pass stopped buses
Dec 06, 2018 10:04 PM EDT
Tallmadge police say school bus drivers have reported a dramatic increase in drivers breaking the law by passing stopped school buses.
Lorain ordinance cracks down on junk cars
Dec 06, 2018 05:01 PM EDT
Neighbors call it an
New details about CMSD guard charged with rape
Dec 06, 2018 10:00 PM EDT
A grand jury calls a Cleveland school security guard a sexually violent predator
Pizza shops targeted in string of robberies
Dec 06, 2018 02:59 PM EDT
Akron police are investigating a slew of robberies that happened at multiple local pizza joints on Tuesday.
Here's what your evening commute will look like
Dec 06, 2018 03:12 PM EDT
The evening commute could look a lot different than your
75YO woman robbed in church parking lot
Dec 06, 2018 01:56 PM EDT
A 75-year-old woman was robbed in a church parking lot in Cleveland's Collinwood neighborhood on Monday, according to a
Stop it right now, adorable baby elephant!
Dec 06, 2018 01:26 PM EDT
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium welcomed the birth of an Asian elephant in the zoo's Asia Quest region Thursday morning.
Driver who fled deadly hit-skip found by OSHP
Dec 06, 2018 01:11 PM EDT
A driver who fled a Sheffield Township hit-skip that resulted in
Police looking for missing 19-year-old woman
Dec 06, 2018 11:09 AM EDT
The Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Office is looking for a woman who has been missing from the Cleveland area since Nov. 29.
Turkeys spotted having a blast in Parma
Dec 06, 2018 10:46 AM EDT
Since Thanksgiving is over, turkeys
3 calves fall off trailer on I-90
Dec 06, 2018 09:37 AM EDT
The Ashtabula
Man arrested in N. Olmsted for Florida homicide
Dec 06, 2018 09:05 AM EDT
The U.S. Marshals arrested a man in North Olmsted
Medical marijuana patient registry now open
Dec 06, 2018 11:13 AM EDT
Amanda's labored steps around her home are some of the most obvious symptoms of multiple sclerosis, which she's been battling since her diagnosis in 2011. Back then, Amanda was in a lot of pain but she didn't want anything to do with marijuana of any kind.
HBO actor in CLE, talks juvenile justice reform
Dec 06, 2018 09:29 AM EDT
Actor Michael K. Williams spoke on juvenile justice reform at the Cleveland Marshall College of Law, showing the HBO season six premiere of VICE, titled "Raised in the System," addressing the national problem of mass incarcerations.
More oversight coming to "troubled" apartments
Dec 05, 2018 11:12 PM EDT
After unflattering city and federal inspections, an embattled low-income housing complex on Cleveland's east side will be subjected to more oversight, according to Ward 9 Councilman Kevin Conwell.
Akron Zips soccer headed to College Cup
Dec 05, 2018 05:58 PM EDT
The Akron Zips will play in the College Cup on Friday against Michigan State in Santa Barbara, California.