Acclaimed fugitive Cortez Taylor, 28, was arrested by the U.S. Marshals-led task force in Cleveland for an aggravated murder charge dating back to 2025.

Elyria, Ohio, residents face heavy lake effect snow, prompting the city to alert them about ongoing efforts to plow roads and prioritize safety. Residents are advised to keep a safe distance from plows and to drive cautiously.

Cleveland City Council is conducting public hearings on the potential closure of Burke Lakefront Airport and its redevelopment, considering legal, fiscal, and infrastructural impacts.

Rueben Bell was hospitalized and faces charges after a Cleveland carjacking spree and shootout with police, involving a pursuit ended by the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Office.

Cleveland opens warming centers ahead of frigid weather and expected snowfall, providing shelters and transportation passes for those requiring overnight accommodations.

A water main break in Elyria, Ohio led to a road closure on Olive Street and a temporary water service interruption, with city officials advising residents to run cold water to clear any discoloration.

A drone with a thermal camera helped Stark County deputies capture a fugitive who fled a car crash and hid in a wooded area, demonstrating the growing use of technology in policing.

The Cuyahoga County Sheriff's office encourages continuous vigilance against crime in the new year, highlighting their "Monday's Most Wanted" list and offering a reward for tips.

Westlake, Ohio requests residents keep dogs off the $5 million Parkside Fields to prevent turf damage, warning that non-compliance might lead to restricted access.

A Strongsville High School student was found with a firearm and an Airsoft gun in a vehicle on campus. The school took swift action and no lockdown occurred. The student is facing disciplinary actions and a criminal investigation is underway.

The 1982 cold case of "Western Reserve John Doe," killed in a hit-skip crash, has been solved, identifying victim as Charles Joseph Nunnenman III using DNA and genealogy research.

Shaker Heights initiates a deer sterilization program to manage the population humanely, involving nightly operations to anesthetize, sterilize, and tag female deer.

Frederick Reer sentenced to 14 years for the death of Amanda Dean, despite her body not being found. He is also a person of interest in a Florida disappearance case.