EPA's proposal to exclude several wildfire‑influenced 2023 readings drops the Cleveland region to the 70 ppb ozone cutoff. That shift could pause some pollution‑control requirements.

A 77-year-old Cleveland man died after his motorcycle struck a guardrail on State Route 8 in Stow on April 4. Authorities say the crash is under investigation.

Two Democrats — John Kulewicz and Elliot Forhan — head to a May 5 primary for Ohio attorney general. Kulewicz has party and union backing while Forhan has sparked controversy.

Federal marshals have named 53‑year‑old Terence Barnwell a parole violator and are offering a reward for information that leads to his arrest in Northeast Ohio.

State auditors put Terra State on fiscal watch after a report found missed tax filings, late bills and a nearly $11.5M operating loss. Trustees accepted the president’s resignation and named an interim as a recovery plan is drafted.

Good Night John Boy is relocating within the Flats and will reopen May 1 at a new riverfront spot, its old Front Avenue unit will become Pour Lolas, a shots bar. The change reshapes nightlife heading into summer.

A 12-day Carnatic festival at Cleveland State is drawing thousands for concerts, competitions and free community programming through April 12.

Hospital police review boards at Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals and MetroHealth meet privately and publish few complaint outcomes, leaving complainants frustrated.

A crowded Democratic primary on May 5 will pick who faces Rep. Max Miller in Ohio’s 7th District. The field ranges from union leaders to a former county executive.

Health‑care hiring added workers across Northeast Ohio, but manufacturing and goods‑sector declines left the region with mixed job totals and ongoing strain.

NWS survey teams confirmed an EF‑1 tornado tracked through Defiance on Saturday, bringing Ohio's 2026 tornado count to 10 and adding to a busy early‑spring season. Officials say no injuries were reported as crews continue damage assessments.

Showers likely Monday with a high near 49°F, rain may flip to light snow in the snowbelt overnight. Small Craft Advisory for parts of Lake Erie.

A child may have been shot Saturday in the parking lot of the McDonalds at E. 152nd and St. Clair on Clevelands East Side; police and EMS are on scene and the investigation is ongoing.