Month: October 2024

Cleveland Police searching for missing 16-year-old

CLEVELAND — Sixteen-year-old Keshaun Williams, also known as “Kee,” has been missing since June 17, 2023.  He was last seen in the area of Fleet Avenue and Gertrude Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. Keshaun is described as being 5’7″ tall, weighing…

$5,000 reward offered for information in Cleveland homicide case

CLEVELAND — A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Lucian Sheppard, who was killed on September 27, 2024. According to Cleveland Police, Sheppard…

Harris says resources being coordinated in “efficient and effective” manner ahead of Milton

WASHINGTON — As Hurricane Milton approaches, Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the federal government’s preparedness efforts.  In a White House briefing with VP Harris and President Biden on Wednesday afternoon, Harris said that federal, state, and local agencies have been…

Life in Ohio during the year 1950

OHIO — The year 1950 marked a time of post-war prosperity in the United States, and Ohio was no exception. As families settled into a period of economic growth, life in Ohio’s towns and cities reflected the optimism and challenges…

Ohio woman sentenced to 40 years in prison for husband’s murder

TOLEDO — Amanda Hovanec, 37, of Wapakoneta, Ohio, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including distributing a controlled substance that led to the death of her husband, Timothy Hovanec. U.S. District…

Road Closure announced for road in Beaver Township

BEAVER — The Beaver Police Department has announced that W. Garfield Road will be closed between Eureka Road and Elton Road. The closure will be in effect from Wednesday, October 9, 2024, through Friday, October 11, 2024. The closure is…

Shooting victim found in vehicle after accident on I-70

COLUMBUS — Columbus police are investigating a shooting after officers discovered a wounded individual inside a vehicle involved in an accident on I-70 westbound near Hamilton Road. The incident occurred on October 6, 2024, at approximately 12:13 p.m. According to…

Ohioans urged to donate wisely to Hurricane Helene relief efforts

COLUMBUS — In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene throughout the southeastern United States, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Commerce are urging Ohioans to ensure their donations are directed to legitimate organizations that are…

U.S. Marshals arrest Cleveland man wanted for aggravated murder

CLEVELAND — U.S. Marshals arrested 37-year-old Michael H. Hurley on Friday morning, following a months-long search. Hurley was wanted by the Cleveland Division of Police in connection with an aggravated murder that occurred in May. The incident dates back to…