Unapproved weight loss drugs seized in Ohio
OHIO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Port of Cincinnati have intercepted several shipments of unapproved weight-loss medications in recent months, including drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Trulicity.These drugs were found to violate federal regulations and pose potential health risks.The most recent seizures occurred in October. On October 5, officers inspected a shipment labeled...
Bill providing higher Social Security payments for Ohians fails
OHIO — A bipartisan effort to increase Social Security benefits for millions of Americans has stalled after Republican lawmakers in the House blocked the bill.The proposed legislation, introduced by Rep. Garret Graves (R-LA) and Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), aimed to repeal two provisions that reduce benefits for certain retirees.The bill had initially garnered broad bipartisan support, with Graves...
Three indicted for attempted murder of Ohio police officers
CLEVELAND — A grand jury in Cuyahoga County has indicted three people accused of shooting at Cleveland police officers in a late October incident.The suspects – Ray Agosto, 39; Wayne Agosto, 32; and Dakota Greene, 25 – now face over 90 charges, including attempted murder, aggravated riot, and illegal firearm discharge.The incident occurred on Oct. 28 near Denison...
Furniture store to close all locations in Ohio
OHIO — American Freight, a furniture company with around a dozen stores in Northeast Ohio, will close all its locations following the bankruptcy filing of its parent company, Franchise Group.Court documents filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware indicate that all American Freight locations will permanently close.Franchise Group, which also owns Buddy’s Home Furnishings, Pet Supplies Plus,...
10 people arrested in Ohio Valley drug bust
OHIO — Ten individuals from Ohio and West Virginia have been indicted for drug trafficking, marking a significant step in the ongoing battle against substance abuse in the region.United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld announced the indictments, which include charges for distributing fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, and cocaine. Two of the accused also face charges for illegal firearm possession."Continued pressure...
Ohio woman, 21, dead following hit and run crash
OHIO — A 21-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run early Thursday morning on Stelzer Road in northeast Columbus, according to the Columbus Division of Police.Officers responded to reports of a pedestrian struck in the 700 block of Stelzer Road.The victim, identified as Nakia Lawrence, was crossing the street when she was hit by a vehicle traveling southbound....
Police searching for wanted violent criminal in Ohio
CLEVELAND — Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County has issued an arrest warrant for Edward Adams, a Cleveland resident who has been designated a repeat violent offender by the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department.Adams, 5’11” and weighing 150 pounds, was last seen in the 7000 block of Madison Avenue in Cleveland.In 2023, he pleaded guilty to being a felon in...
Missing Ohio man found dead in river
CLEVELAND — The family of 33-year-old Vincent J. Zimmer is grieving his death after Cleveland authorities found his body in the Cuyahoga River.Vincent, a resident of Avon Lake, was reported missing by his mother, Cathy Zimmer, over a week ago.On Thursday morning, a city worker spotted Zimmer's body near the Carter Road Lift Bridge, and Cleveland Fire Department...
Cleveland Police continue search for missing 14-year-old
CLEVELAND — Cleveland police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 14-year-old girl reported missing five days ago.Sha’Mirrah Gaines was last seen in the 800 block of Evangeline Road, wearing a black shirt, black leggings, and a red puffy coat.According to authorities, Sha’Mirrah may be in the area of Noble Road and Nelacrest East Road. She...
23-year-old woman indicted for role in Ohio street takeovers
CLEVELAND — A 23-year-old woman has been indicted for her role in a series of street takeovers in Cleveland, which involved dangerous stunts, fireworks, and disrupted public services.Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael O’Malley announced Monday that Ashlyn Rogers faces charges for organizing and participating in seven street takeovers on September 28 and 29.According to officials, Rogers led and coordinated...
