Six people arrested in Ohio in connection with street takeovers
OHIO — The Cleveland Division of Police announced Friday the arrest of six additional suspects in connection with street takeovers that occurred on September 28 and 29.These arrests bring the total number of suspects taken into custody to 15.The incidents, which disrupted traffic across Cleveland, involved large crowds blocking intersections to watch drivers perform stunts.Police reported that...
$500,000 lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio this week
OHIO — A lottery player recently struck gold with the Ohio Lottery’s Lady Luck 100X scratch-off, winning a $1,000,000 prize.The winning ticket was purchased at Midway Marathon, located at 2822 Dayton-Germantown Pike in Germantown.Opting for the cash option, the lucky winner will receive $500,000 before taxes. After mandatory federal and state tax withholdings totaling 28%, the winner’s final payout will...
Ohio man indicted in $6.5 million fraud scheme involving dry cleaning business
OHIO — A Cincinnati man has been indicted on charges of defrauding investors out of more than $6.5 million through his online laundry and dry-cleaning pickup and delivery business.Benjamin Cantey, 41, faces a six-count indictment, including four counts of wire fraud and two counts of engaging in unlawful monetary transactions. The indictment was unsealed Monday.According to prosecutors, Cantey founded...
Several inches of snow possible in Ohio Friday
OHIO — Some areas of Ohio will need to break out the snow shovel today.Northeast Ohio residents should prepare for a wintry weekend as a quick burst of snow this evening transitions into persistent lake effect snow through Saturday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cleveland.Snowfall totals are expected to range from 3 to 7 inches in...
Big Lots to close all locations in Ohio
OHIO — Big Lots, the Columbus-based retail chain, announced Thursday that all remaining stores are preparing to permanently close after efforts to sell the company fell through.In a news release, Big Lots stated it had been unable to finalize a sale to Nexus Capital Management, a private equity firm, prompting the launch of going-out-of-business sales."We all have worked extremely...
Winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Ohio
OHIO — A lucky lottery player won $40,016 in the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, December 17, with a ticket purchased at Giant Eagle #6378, located at 1955 E. Maple St. in North Canton.The winning numbers for the drawing were 56-66-67-68-69, with the Mega Ball 18.The winner used auto pick to select their numbers, matching four of the...
Ohio man arrested by U.S. Marshals for drive-by shooting, strangulation
OHIO — U.S. Marshals arrested an Akron man Wednesday, accusing him of involvement in a drive-by shooting and domestic violence.The Northern Violent Fugitive Task Force apprehended Matt Walker, 32, at a home in the 1100 block of Becker Lane.He was wanted by Akron police on charges of felonious assault, domestic violence, and strangulation.Authorities allege Walker shot a woman...
Snacks sold in Ohio recalled due to health risk
OHIO — Several popular snacks sold in Ohio have been recalled due to the risk of causing serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in certain consumers.Cal Yee Farm LLC issued the recall for multiple products after discovering potential undeclared allergens, including milk, soy, wheat, sesame, FD&C #6, and almonds.According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), these allergens...
Snowfall expected across most of Ohio on Friday
OHIO — The National Weather Service forecasts snowfall across Ohio on Friday, with accumulation varying by region.Areas north of Dayton and west of Columbus are expected to see at least one inch of snow,.The regions closer to the Ohio River will experience lighter accumulations, with around a quarter inch anticipated.The snowfall is predicted to last through Saturday, and meteorologists...
One person arrested following police pursuit through Ohio
OHIO — A Grabill man is in custody following a police pursuit that began in Ohio and ended in Indiana on Monday afternoon.Joseph Grubb, 36, was arrested in Allen County after leading authorities on a chase through Hicksville, Ohio, and into his hometown of Grabill.The incident began when Hicksville police responded to a report of Grubb threatening to break...
