$100,000 lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — A Lorain resident is celebrating a holiday season to remember after winning $100,000 on the Ohio Lottery’s Winter Fun scratch-off game.The winning ticket was purchased at Lorain Convenient Food Mart, located at 2221 42nd Street in Lorain.After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling 28 percent, the winner will take home approximately $72,000.Winter Fun is a $10 scratch-off game with...
Ohioans report paying more at Goodwill than Walmart, Target
OHIO — Social media users who have been sharing their Goodwill finds and thrifts have also been sharing what they call prices that are too high.Goodwill stores are nonprofit thrift shops that sell donated clothing, furniture, and household items at affordable prices.Proceeds from sales support job training, employment placement, and community programs for people in need.Multiple social media...
Woman goes viral for canceling Thanksgiving dinner due to rising costs
Many Americans are feeling the pinch as they prepare for Thanksgiving this year, with higher grocery prices prompting some to make significant changes to their holiday plans.In Mississippi, Tori Paschale has decided to forgo the traditional Thanksgiving feast altogether. Instead, her family will be enjoying a simpler meal.“We’re gonna do spaghetti for Thanksgiving. It’s a lot easier,” Paschale told...
Ohio stores closed on Thanksgiving Day
OHIO — Ohio shoppers will need to adjust their plans this Thanksgiving as many major retailers have announced they will remain closed on Thursday, November 28.This trend of closing on Thanksgiving has grown in recent years, allowing employees to spend the holiday with their families.Here’s a list of stores that will not be open on Thanksgiving in Ohio:AldiBarnes...
Ohio remembers the largest snowfall in state history
OHIO — The Blizzard of 1978, which struck Ohio from January 25-27, remains the most powerful winter storm in the state’s history, causing widespread devastation, loss of life, and lasting memories for those who endured it.The storm, officially classified as a “severe blizzard” by the National Weather Service, brought record-breaking snowfall, hurricane-force winds, and dangerously low temperatures, paralyzing...
Missing Ohio mother found by U.S. Marshals
CLEVELAND — Desiree Long, 33, who was reported missing on October 23 after last being seen on October 9, has been found safe, according to Lorain police.The U.S. Marshals Task Force located Long on Tuesday at an apartment building in Cleveland.Police confirmed that she is now in the Lorain County Jail on unrelated, outstanding warrants.“While there is currently...
Ohio man, 21, dead following vehicle crash
OHIO — A two-vehicle crash at a rural intersection on Friday, Nov. 22, left one person dead and sent two others to the hospital, according to the Shelby County Sheriff's Office.Deputies and medics responded to the intersection of Ft. Loramie Swanders and Kuther roads after receiving reports of the collision.Emergency crews arrived to find both vehicles heavily damaged...
$150,000 lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio
OHIO — One lucky Ohio Lottery player is closing out 2024 on a high note after winning $150,000 on the Ohio Lottery’s $150,000 Blast scratch-off ticket.The winning ticket was purchased at Speedway #9043, located at 319 Solida Road in South Point.After mandatory state and federal taxes, which amount to 28% of the prize, the winner will take home...
Former Ohio city council member charged with bribery, fraud
CLEVELAND — Basheer Jones, 40, a former Cleveland City Council member representing Ward 7, has been charged with conspiring to commit wire fraud and honest services fraud.Federal prosecutors allege that Jones used his position as a public official to defraud nonprofit organizations and other stakeholders of more than $200,000 for personal financial gain.Court documents detail schemes allegedly carried...
Crash slows traffic on I-90 in Ohio
OHIO — A crash caused significant traffic delays Tuesday morning on I-90 Eastbound near the SR-2/SR-254 interchange.The incident occurred around 8 a.m., blocking the two right lanes and creating a substantial backup during peak commute hours.Authorities have not yet disclosed the cause of the crash or whether there were any injuries.While crews quickly cleared the scene, the...
