A one‑car crash on St. Clair Avenue near E. 107th left a 25‑year‑old passenger dead while the 28‑year‑old driver was hospitalized with minor injuries.

The Lake County Sheriff's Office celebrated its first Basic Police Academy completion, recognizing key figures and a partnership with Lakeland Community College.

A Cuyahoga County corrections officer resigned after records allege he took payments to smuggle food and a smartwatch into the downtown jail.

Elyria police and a U.S. Marshals task force arrested two people after a Garden Street search turned up rifles, packaged narcotics and two children; charges include trafficking and child endangerment.

Police apprehended a suspect and recovered a stolen AK-type rifle following an intense foot chase, showcasing the officers' and dispatchers' effective coordination and response.

The U.S. Attorney's Office warns of an increase in romance scams, particularly around Valentine's Day, targeting individuals looking for companionship and advising the public to be cautious.

A 19-year-old was shot Thursday night near Buckeye Road and E. 112th and taken to University Hospital; police are investigating the incident.

A man in his 30s was shot early Friday in Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn and taken to MetroHealth in stable condition. Cleveland EMS responded to the 3800 block of Schiller Avenue.

An Ohio grand jury issues a superseding indictment against 57-year-old Jack Sheetz for a 2000 rape case, potentially increasing his sentence if convicted.

A Portage County Sheriff's Office Facebook post offered to send a deputy with Valentine's wishes and asked residents to email locations of people with warrants.

A Lorain County grand jury indicted an Amherst man on felony and misdemeanor counts after a December crash that left a woman badly injured and killed her dog.

A 37‑year‑old was arrested after police say he stole a city van and crashed near Steelyard Commons. Officers say the real‑time crime center and Flock cameras helped locate the vehicle.

Authorities are searching for Lonnie Dickerson, a registered sex offender accused of attempting to rape a child under 10 in April 2017. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for tips.