Multiple crashes cause delays on I-70, I-270 in Ohio
OHIO — Drivers should expect significant delays on I-270 and I-70 today due to multiple crashes impacting key areas around the city.On I-270 eastbound, two separate accidents on the south side near US-62 and the 270/71 split are causing congestion.Meanwhile, on the north side, two lanes are blocked on I-270 eastbound near the 270/71 interchange due to another...
Two arrested after back-to-back Ohio shootings, one dead
SOUTH EUCLID — Police have arrested two men in connection with two shootings that occurred just minutes apart on Sunday afternoon, resulting in one fatality and another person injured.The first incident took place at 12:33 p.m. on the 4000 block of Okalona Road.Officers arrived to find a 31-year-old man, later identified as Jermaine Taylor of Euclid, suffering from...
Vehicle crash knocks out power for thousands in Ohio
OHIO — A two-vehicle crash near a power substation at the intersection of state Route 29 and McCartyville Road on Monday night has left thousands of Shelby County residents without electricity.The accident occurred around 9:30 p.m., and reports indicate that injuries were sustained.By midnight, AES Ohio’s online outage map showed that 3,244 customers were affected by the outage...
Fire causes extensive damage to Liberty Township home
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP — A fire caused extensive damage to a house in Liberty Township early this morning.Firefighters were called to the scene around 3 a.m. at a residence on Carriage House Boulevard, where they found the flames had already spread throughout the home.According to officials, the fire originated on the back deck, and strong winds complicated firefighters’ efforts...
Man found dead on Ohio road with gunshot wound
COLUMBUS — A man was fatally shot late last night in west Columbus, and police are actively searching for the suspect.The incident began just before midnight when a ShotSpotter alert indicated multiple gunshots in the 400 block of South Richardson Avenue.At 12:01 a.m., a 911 call reported a man lying in the roadway after being shot.Officers arrived...
Ohio police lieutenant blames sleep medication for controversial post
OHIO — A longtime sheriff’s patrol commander in Clark County, Ohio, has issued an apology after making inflammatory Facebook posts targeting Democrats, claiming a prescribed sleep aid caused his “out of character” behavior.Lt. John Rodgers, a 20-year veteran with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, reportedly stated on social media that he would not assist Democrats and suggested he would...
Ohio man arrested following drug bust during traffic stop
DAYTON — A Dayton man was arrested on felony drug charges after Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers discovered nearly 100 grams of cocaine during a traffic stop in southern Ohio, a spokesperson from the patrol reported.Troopers pulled over Davion Black, 29, on State Route 348 in Scioto County around 11 p.m. Sunday for a marked lanes violation.During the...
Largest recorded snowfalls in Ohio
OHIO — As winter approaches, Ohioans are reminded of the snowstorms that have shaped the state’s history.Some of these storms, like the blizzard of 1978 and the "Storm of the Century," remain vivid in the minds of residents, while others have grown legendary over time.And according to experts, these historic snowstorms may become more frequent due...
U.S. Marshals searching for Ohio man wanted for two assaults
OHIO — The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of Darrius Miller, 32, who is wanted in connection with two knife attacks in Cleveland and Medina.Miller faces felonious assault charges and is being sought by U.S. Marshals, the Cleveland Metropolitan Housing Authority, and the Medina Police Department.According to...
7 Brew Coffee announces opening of newest Ohio location
HILLARD — A new drive-thru coffee shop, 7 Brew, is now open to customers at 4262 Cemetery Road. The shop will officially open its doors on November 20, welcoming coffee lovers to explore its extensive menu.7 Brew is known for its custom hand-crafted brews and boasts over 200 locations across the country. With more than 20,000 drink combinations, customers...
