A North Randall firefighter was killed early Saturday while helping a stranded motorist in Pepper Pike. Local departments have issued condolences and will announce funeral details.

A Brook Park man died after his dump truck left Harvard Avenue and struck utility poles in Newburgh Heights. Troopers say the crash remains under investigation.

A DQ Grill & Chill is coming to 587 E. Main St. in Canfield this August; the S. Broad Street shop will close Wednesday night. Expanded seating and a dual drive‑thru are part of the plan.

Lakewood police recovered a man's body from the Lake Erie shoreline Thursday; investigators say foul play is not suspected and the remains were sent to the medical examiner.

Photos and renderings show Lake County’s new Painesville safety center rising. Officials say the 250,000-square-foot facility is on track for summer 2027.

Security footage shows an alleged assault at CC Saloon in Grafton. An off‑duty officer has been charged with felonious assault and investigators are reviewing video and witness accounts.

Summit County deputies recovered a boater from Portage Lakes' East Reservoir after a partially sunken boat was reported; the Medical Examiner is now investigating. Multiple agencies assisted in the recovery.

TBK Tavern has reopened in Mentor after a major overhaul, adding a game lounge, reclaimed booths, 36 taps and a chef-driven tavern menu. The revamped spot will start brunch this Sunday.

Cuyahoga County’s draft plan would raise visitor and employee parking fees across downtown garages while County Council members would remain exempt from reserved‑spot charges. The issue heads to council on July 21.

A Willoughby man faces aggravated vehicular homicide charges after police say his SUV struck and killed a woman outside a tavern on Lakeshore Boulevard.

Cleveland police released images of two people sought in a vehicle-theft and vandalism investigation near Clark Avenue. Detectives are asking the public to call with tips.

A Case Western Reserve–led coalition called NEO‑SMART won an NSF Engines award, receiving $15M up front and competing for up to $160M to scale advanced manufacturing in Northeast Ohio.

A tiki‑themed Beach & Barrel pop‑up is pouring drinks on Third Street now and will expand into a full‑service coastal restaurant later this fall.