A 36-year-old man was fatally shot in Akron after an apartment dispute led to a confrontation outside, resulting in the man's death. A 49-year-old man was questioned and released; police are investigating.

Cleveland's weather forecast predicts a warming trend with possible rain, followed by a cold front and potential lake-effect snow mid-week, which may affect travel.

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.

Cleveland has seen its most significant number of police recruits in five years, following initiatives such as higher age limits and updated recruitment policies.

The Cleveland Guardians re-signed pitcher Shane Bieber with a contract extension despite his prior season being curtailed by injury and undergoing Tommy John surgery. His return to the mound is expected in mid-2025.

Special Agent Daniel LaJack resigned from the Lake County Narcotics Agency amid allegations of illegally detaining a man in a bar, with Cleveland Officer Donald Kopchak also implicated.

The National Weather Service in Cleveland predicts a weather mix for Ohio, with diminishing lake effect snow, rising temperatures, and upcoming rain showers potentially causing minor flooding.

Juan Perez pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated murder for a 2021 double homicide and was sentenced to life in prison with parole possible after 66 years.

The City of Mentor has lifted the Snow Emergency and Parking Ban following effective snow management on main roads and collaborative efforts with Lake County and the ODOT.

Mentor, Ohio, is accepting proposals for a $2 million Civic Center Recreation Waterslide project, with bids due by December 20, 2024, and completion expected by May 23, 2025.

Elyria receives a $60,536 grant from Ohio EPA for a brine making machine to reduce road salt usage and protect waterways.

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that Akron can redact names of officers in the Jayland Walker shooting, citing an exception for uncharged suspects in public records.

Cleveland Mayor Bibb and the Police Chief announced the police academy's induction of 46 new recruits, part of an initiative that has lead to the highest recruitment since 2019.