Ohio SSI recipients to receive two payments in November
OHIO — Some Social Security beneficiaries who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are in for an unusual month in November, as they’re set to receive three checks.This isn’t a mistake, but rather a result of how the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) payment schedule aligns with the calendar.For those eligible, the first SSI payment for November is due on...
Self defense claim being investigated following shooting of Ohio man
COLUMBUS — A man was fatally shot in north Columbus on Thursday night, according to the Columbus Division of Police.Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of Fordham Road, just south of Morse Road, shortly before 9 p.m.Upon arrival, police discovered 37-year-old Dennis Peoples III suffering from gunshot wounds in front of a...
Two dead following crash on I-71 in Ohio
OHIO — Two men died in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 71 in Westfield Township late Thursday night, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.The collision occurred just after 10:10 p.m. on Halloween when a Volvo, disabled in the right lane of I-71 southbound, was struck by a 2018 Chevrolet Trax, also traveling south.The impact killed both drivers:...
Applebee’s releases statement after multiple locations close suddenly overnight
Several Applebee’s restaurants across the Kansas City metro area abruptly closed this week, leaving many employees shocked to find their workplaces shuttered Wednesday morning.Applebee’s officials confirmed the closure of eight locations in Kansas City, attributing it to financial challenges faced by an independent franchisee."Applebee’s restaurants are independently owned and operated by franchisees. The closure of eight restaurants in...
Wendy’s to close 140 stores, future of Ohio locations unknown
OHIO — Fast-food chain Wendy’s will close 140 underperforming restaurants by the end of this year, according to a report by Restaurant Dive.The Ohio-based company stated the closures will affect locations with average unit volumes around $1.1 million.Wendy’s CEO and President, Kirk Tanner, said the move aims to "strengthen the overall health of Wendy’s system."Despite the closures, Tanner...
Body found in Ohio’s Cuyahoga River
OHIO — A body was found Thursday morning in the Cuyahoga River, according to the Cleveland Division of Fire.A city worker noticed the body around 10:10 a.m. while walking along the Carter Road Bridge and notified authorities.Fire crews arrived on the scene and recovered the body from the river.The fire department stated that the victim is believed to...
Mayor of Ohio town dies following vehicle crash
SOMERSET — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal accident that claimed the life of Somerset Mayor Thomas Johnson late Wednesday night.The crash occurred shortly after 11:30 p.m. on Rush Creek Road near State Route 13 in Reading Township, Perry County.According to the Lancaster Post, Johnson, 68, was traveling eastbound on Rush Creek Road when he...
Driver hospitalized after crashing into popular Ohio steakhouse
CLEVELAND — A 24-year-old man was rushed to the hospital early Thursday after losing control of his vehicle and crashing through the front of Jaja Steakhouse, a popular restaurant in Ohio City, according to Cleveland police.Emergency responders arrived at the scene on Gehring Avenue around 3 a.m., just a block from the West Side Market, to find bystanders screaming...
One person dead following shooting at Ohio apartment complex, suspect arrested
COLUMBUS — A man was fatally shot late Wednesday night outside an apartment building near Hilliard, according to the Columbus Division of Police.One person has been taken into custody in connection with the incident.The Columbus Police dispatch center received a call at approximately 11:15 p.m. reporting gunshots at the Cabot Cove Apartments, located in the 5600 block of...
Pepsi announces closure of plants in Ohio, other states
OHIO — PepsiCo announced Wednesday that it will close four U.S. bottling plants and lay off almost 400 workers as part of a streamlining effort aimed at enhancing efficiency and productivity.The closures will impact 136 employees in Cincinnati, 131 in Chicago, 127 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and fewer than 50 in Atlanta.The Chicago facility will be the only one...
