Akron is reviewing its police use of force policies with the help of ex-U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch. It expects to complete the process in 5-6 months, focusing on community engagement and systemic issues.

The NWS reports that the Lake Effect Snow Warning for Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania has ended, but it advises caution due to lingering slippery roads.

Akron police raided a suspected illegal gambling operation, resulting in arrests and seizure of cash, gambling machines, and a stolen gun. Community complaints spurred the bust.

A couple was robbed at gunpoint in Akron during a Facebook Marketplace sale, forced to give up cash before the assailant fled on foot. No injuries were reported, but the suspect remains at large.

A section of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park will be closed temporarily for riverbank stabilization work from December 18, 2023, to May 3, 2024, weekdays only.

Emily Bacha is appointed to lead the Fresh Water Institute in Cuyahoga County, bringing her extensive environmental sector experience to focus on water resource management.

A transformer blowout caused a power outage in Lakewood and parts of Cleveland, affecting over 8,000 residents. Power was largely restored by 8 a.m. Schools closed due to the incident.

The Cleveland area is experiencing an active weather pattern, with rain, possible flooding, and a significant temperature drop later in the week due to arctic air. Travel may be impacted, and lake-effect snow is anticipated towards the weekend.

Mentor Police celebrated their 40th Kops and Kids Christmas event, bringing together officers and children for festive activities despite a snowstorm barring entertainer Jungle Terry. Santa still attended, supported by local businesses.

Lakeside High School in Ashtabula adapts to a temporary schooling setup due to a roof collapse from heavy snowfall, with remote learning in place until facilities are repaired.

Lakewood reintroduces rock salt distribution for residents to combat winter ice, allowing up to 5 gallons per household.

The Mentor Police Department uses bait boxes with GPS to catch package thieves, advises residents to report thefts, and utilizes a city camera system to prevent "porch piracy."

The City of Mentor has extended its yard waste collection to December 20 due to a snowstorm. After a temporary halt on December 9, collections resumed on December 9.