Human remains found during investigation in Lancaster, local woman arrested
LANCASTER — On October 9, 2024, the Lancaster Police Department's Detective Bureau, while investigating a missing persons case, executed a search warrant at a residence in the 300 block of Lynwood Lane.During the search, detectives discovered human remains inside the home.The Fairfield County Coroner was immediately notified and responded to the scene.The following day, October 10, detectives...
Drivers urged to slow down after driver stopped for 136 MPH speed in Wood County
WOOD COUNTY — Over the weekend, an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper from the Bowling Green Post pulled over a vehicle traveling at 136 miles per hour in a 70 mph zone on I-75 in Wood County.The incident highlights the ongoing issue of excessive speeding on Ohio roadways.Since 2019, there have been more than 169,000 speed-related crashes across...
Police searching for missing man in Ashville
ASHVILLE, OH — Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating Norris Virgil Johnson, who was reported missing from his home in Ashville, Ohio.Johnson, who also goes by the name "Virgil," was last seen between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on October 10, 2024.Johnson was reportedly wearing a grey sweat suit, an unknown colored toboggan, and grey and orange...
Officials searching for missing Cane Corso puppy in Richland County
RICHLAND COUNTY — The Richland County Dog Warden’s Office is actively searching for a 9-month-old Cane Corso/Presa Canario puppy that is currently loose in the area.Residents are urged to refrain from chasing or approaching the dog if they spot him.According to officials, the puppy is friendly but may attempt to flee if approached.Residents are asked to contact...
Cleveland Heights man tries to fight two juveniles at mall
BEACHWOOD — A confrontation at Beachwood Place mall on October 6 resulted in the arrest of a Cleveland Heights man after a dispute involving two teenagers in the food court.According to Beachwood Police, they were called to the mall around 2:50 p.m. following reports of a fight between the 56-year-old man and two juveniles, twin brother and sister, both...
$885,000 awarded to demolish Norwood Inn in Boston Heights
BOSTON HEIGHTS — The Village of Boston Heights has been awarded $885,000 through the Ohio Demolition and Site Revitalization Program for the abatement and demolition of the deteriorating Norwood Inn on Dean Memorial Parkway, State Rep. Bill Roemer (R-Richfield) and State Senator Kristina Roegner announced today.The Ohio General Assembly and Governor Mike DeWine established the program to encourage economic...
Spirit Halloween to open Spirit Christmas stores for 2024 holiday season
This fall, Spirit Halloween is transforming some of its locations into ‘Spirit Christmas’ stores, bringing a fresh twist to the holiday shopping experience.Known for its extensive array of Halloween costumes and décor, Spirit Halloween is now venturing into the Christmas season by offering a wide selection of holiday items and festive activities at select locations.Starting this season, customers...
Summit County officials address skyrocketing property taxes
COLUMBUS — State lawmakers and local officials in Summit County are calling for action to address rising property taxes across Ohio.At a press conference on Wednesday, State Reps. Casey Weinstein (D-Hudson) and Veronica Sims (D-Akron), alongside Cuyahoga Falls City Schools Board of Education member AJ Harris and Summit County Councilwoman Liz Walters, discussed the need for state-level intervention...
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 approximately 130 pounds, with black braided hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing black jogging...
$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 was shot and killed while driving in the area of East 100th Street and St. Clair Avenue.His body...
