A 63-year-old woman, Pegeen Razem, died after a car crash in Lodi on Dec. 22. Her injuries proved fatal hours following the incident. Details of the crash are under investigation.

Cuyahoga County Judge Leslie Ann Celebrezze faces a record tampering charge for falsely claiming she randomly assigned a divorce case to herself. She has pleaded not guilty and resigned.

A man's body was found in Sandusky County; an investigation is underway. The body will be sent for autopsy and identification. Details are limited pending further investigation.

Summit County Sheriff's Office partners with the Prosecutor’s Office on the 'Arrive Alive' initiative, offering free or discounted Lyft rides to prevent impaired driving during the holidays.

Cuyahoga County promotes its Online Bond Posting service to simplify the release of detainees and reduce jail population, noting its use amidst winter travel difficulties.

The National Weather Service predicts a low-impact, snow-free holiday season for the Bay Area, with dry conditions and mostly cloudy skies expected. Some light rain and cooler temperatures may occur, but no significant winter weather is forecasted.

The last suspect in a 2021 fatal drive-by shooting of 13-year-old Maurco Toler, Javyonne Stewart, was arrested after a three-year manhunt by the U.S. Marshals Service.

Emergency water line repair causes lane closure and delays in Medina, with the northbound lane of South Elmwood Avenue shut from Lafayette Road to West Smith Road until 4:30 pm.

A 5-foot subsurface void caused by a water leak led to the closure of McCracken Road in Garfield Heights. Commuters were redirected to Henry Road. The city is working to fix the issue, with no timeline for reopening. No injuries have been reported.

Bay Village seeks new police officers, offering a salary of $67,762 to $94,353. Applicants must complete an online process and clear an exam by January 28, 2026, among other criteria.

The US Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Ohio reported guilty pleas and a sentencing for immigration violations under Operation Take Back America.

The North Olmsted Police Department shared a tribute to fallen Officer Tony Smerk, emphasizing his service and empathy, and updated on a fundraiser to support his grieving family.

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo extends its Wild Winter Lights drive-through event until January 4, 2026, providing additional nights for visitors to enjoy the holiday displays.