The latest report indicates a minor rise in industrial vacancy rates in Mentor, Ohio, with a 1.9% rate and a broader 3.6% rate across eight counties.

Carla Jackson was elected as the new president of Akron Public Schools Board of Education, with Bruce Alexander as vice president, among discussions of the superintendent's investigation.

A fire in Cleveland's Old Brooklyn critically injured a woman and damaged two homes, with one home estimated at $165,000 in losses. The cause is under investigation. At least one cat died.

The Cleveland Browns will host an NFL game in London at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2025, part of the NFL's strategy to expand its international presence.

Mayor Malik of Akron proposes reviewing police use-of-force policies with the help of consultants. He addresses potential costs and aims to improve trust and outcomes in law enforcement.

Crooked T Gaming Tavern opened in Mentor, Ohio, offering a space for games, food, and drinks for all ages. It also hosts events like trivia and has themed rooms.

The NWS in Cleveland predicts lake effect snow showers through Thursday for the Great Lakes, with up to 6 inches in NW Pennsylvania and less than 1 inch in Northern Ohio. Cold temperatures and brisk winds are also expected.

Melt Bar and Grilled, a famed Cleveland eatery known for its grilled cheese, will permanently close and host a farewell sale.

The Sandusky Police face criticism after a bodycam video of Scotty Scott's arrest went viral, and concerns of excessive force arise as the department plans to release complete footage.

The USAO for Northern Ohio has reported significant progress in fighting elder fraud in 2024, including prosecutions and public outreach to protect seniors.

Lorain County Prosecutor decides not to charge an officer in the shooting of break-in suspect Dustin Lee Terry, citing that the use of force was not excessive.

The NWS in Cleveland predicts an end to lake effect snow as high pressure arrives Sunday, with a brief break before new snow on Monday, mainly south of the Great Lakes. Cold temperatures and significant wave heights for mariners are expected.

The Northern District of Ohio's U.S. Attorney's Office collected nearly $28 million from civil and criminal actions in Fiscal Year 2024, with additional asset forfeitures raising the total to over $35 million.