Police searching for two men who robbed woman at Ohio pizza restaurant
CLEVELAND — Cleveland police are searching for two suspects who allegedly robbed a woman at gunpoint while she was picking up a pizza order on October 5.The incident occurred in the area of West 88th Street and Denison Avenue, near Athens Pizzeria.According to police, the suspects approached the woman, brandished a firearm, and took her belongings before fleeing...
Ohio expected to see population decline of 675,000 people
OHIO — Ohio is poised for a significant population decrease, with a recent report from the Department of Development projecting the state will lose around 675,000 residents by 2050.This expected 5.7% decline, spanning from 2020 to 2050, contrasts sharply with national trends, as the U.S. population is forecasted to grow by 12% over the same period.The report attributes...
Mountain lions said to be extinct in Ohio, sightings still reported
OHIO — Residents in Geauga County and other parts of Ohio have reported possible sightings of mountain lions in recent years, also known as a puma, in the state.While intriguing, experts say it’s highly unlikely.According to Chief Naturalist John Kolar, mountain lions were extirpated from Ohio in the 19th century, meaning the species was completely removed from the state...
Officials searching for winner of $139.9 million Powerball jackpot in Ohio
OHIO — Ohio Lottery officials are urging lottery players to double-check their tickets, as a $139.9 million Powerball jackpot from the July 3, 2024, drawing remains unclaimed.The winning ticket, purchased at a Walmart Supercenter in Huber Heights near Dayton, could change someone’s life — but only if they come forward before the December 30, 2024, deadline.The winning numbers...
Police searching for Ohio auto shop shooting suspect
YOUNGSTOWN — A warrant has been issued for Kurtis Townsend, 25, who is accused of shooting a garage employee during an argument over an auto repair in September.Townsend faces a felonious assault charge, a second-degree felony, according to court records.The warrant, filed Monday in municipal court, stems from an incident that occurred around 4:30 p.m. on September 13...
Two arrested following carjacking, police chase in Cleveland
CLEVELAND — Two juveniles were arrested Tuesday morning after a carjacking and brief police chase in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood, according to police.The carjacking occurred around 9:45 a.m. on West 25th Street near Carroll Avenue.Details of the incident have not yet been released, but a police spokesman confirmed that no one was injured in the robbery.Officers from the...
Crash involving two semis, four vehicles shuts down I-270 in Ohio
OHIO — A crash involving two semitrailers and four other vehicles closed the southbound lanes of Interstate 270 at U.S. 33 early Wednesday morning, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.The incident occurred around 6:50 a.m. at the I-270/U.S. 33 split, extending toward Alum Creek Drive.One of the two semis involved in the crash reportedly jackknifed, though no...
$2 million lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — A local lottery player struck it big with a $2 million prize from the Ohio Lottery's Mining for Millions scratch-off game.The lucky ticket was purchased at Avenue Beverage on Mentor Avenue, as confirmed by lottery officials.The winner chose the cash option, receiving an upfront payment of $1 million.After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling...
Man arrested in drug bust on I-65 in Ohio
OHIO — A traffic stop in Priceville on Monday night led to the arrest of an Ohio man wanted across multiple states on serious felony charges.Priceville police reported that officers pulled over a car on I-65 southbound for improper lane usage around 11:30 p.m.During the stop, a narcotics investigation began, uncovering fentanyl and marijuana in the vehicle.Police said...
$500,000 Powerball winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — In the latest Powerball drawing held on Monday, Nov. 4, no one claimed the $63 million jackpot. However, one lucky Ohio player did secure a substantial win, taking home $500,000.The Ohio Lottery announced that the winning ticket was sold at Smoker's Paradise in Bellefontaine, located in Logan County.Here’s a breakdown of Ohio winners from the Monday...
