$1 million lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — An Ohio Lottery player recently struck it big, winning $1 million on the $1,000,000 Cash is King scratch-off ticket.The winning ticket was purchased at Giant Eagle #4075, located at 1201 Doral Drive in Boardman. The lucky winner chose the $500,000 cash option.After mandatory federal and state tax withholdings of 28 percent, the player will take home...
Two people dead following house fire in Ohio
OHIO — Two people lost their lives in a house fire early Saturday morning in Springfield.Fire crews were dispatched to the 1800 block of South Center Boulevard around 5:01 a.m. after reports of a house fire with people possibly trapped inside, according to Springfield Fire Chief Jacob King.When firefighters arrived, the home was fully engulfed in flames.Tragically, two...
Ohio woman arrested after stabbing, pouring grease on man
OHIO — An Ohio woman has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies after allegedly kidnapping and torturing a man.Indiolla Howell, 36, of Toledo, was taken into custody on Friday and faces charges of kidnapping while attempting to terrorize or inflict harm, aggravated arson, felonious assault, and aggravated menacing, according to court and jail records.An affidavit filed in Toledo...
Vehicle fire shuts down part of Ohio interstate
OHIO — Fire crews from the Miami Valley Fire District are responding to a vehicle fire on Interstate 75 near Austin Boulevard this evening.The fire, reported on the southbound side of the highway just south of Austin Landing, is causing traffic disruptions.According to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), the right lanes are blocked, but the left lane...
Ice to create slick travel conditions in Ohio this weekend
OHIO — Northeast Ohio residents should prepare for icy conditions late Saturday night into Sunday morning, as freezing rain is expected to create slick and potentially dangerous roads.The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a warning for commuters and holiday shoppers to exercise caution, particularly on major highways such as I-90, I-80, and I-77.Freezing rain is anticipated...
Ohio teen seriously injured in shooting incident
OHIO — A 14-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting early Saturday morning in Cleveland's South Collinwood neighborhood.Cleveland EMS responded to the 800 block of East 146th Street around 4 a.m. after receiving reports of a gunshot victim.Emergency responders found the teenager with a gunshot wound and transported him to University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children.According to...
Ohio man sentenced 15 to 25 years for meth, cocaine distribution
OHIO — The leader of a local drug trafficking organization has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the distribution of methamphetamine and cocaine.Adrian White, 40, of Dayton, admitted in U.S. District Court on Friday to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute the drugs.As part of the plea agreement, prosecutors have recommended a sentence of 15 to...
One person arrested after making threat against Ohio school
OHIO — A juvenile has been charged with inducing panic after an alleged bomb threat targeting Clearview High School and Durling Middle School prompted the closure of schools on Thursday.According to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office, the FBI alerted authorities at approximately 3:36 a.m. about a "potential bomb threat" posted on Facebook.The post, linked to a fraudulent account,...
Ohio news reporter dead after being struck by vehicle
OHIO — Former Cleveland 19 reporter Bill Safos, 58, has died after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday evening.The crash occurred at approximately 6:10 p.m. near the intersection of Madison Avenue and Orchard Grove Avenue, according to Lakewood Police Captain William Albrecht.Safos was attempting to cross Madison Avenue from north to south when he was hit by a westbound...
Ohio school closures for Friday
OHIO — Several schools in Ohio have announced closures for tomorrow due to unforeseen circumstances.Forest Rose School, located in Fairfield County, will be closed.The school serves students with special needs and is known for its dedication to providing individualized education.Additionally, Imagine Academy at Sullivant in Franklin County will also be closed.The charter school, located in Columbus,...
