Cleveland Monsters fans threw 21,859 teddy bears onto the ice for charity after a goal, pausing the game. However, the team lost 3-2 to the Rochester Americans.

The National Weather Service forecasts a mix of rain and snow across the Great Lakes region due to a low-pressure system. Temperature fluctuations and aviation impacts are also expected.

Euclid Police and Lakeland Animal Clinic seek information on a severely neglected dog found near a dumpster, now deceased, despite rescue efforts. An Angel Fund and reward have been established to find those responsible.

A fire at a Cleveland apartment injured three people, who are stable. The blaze was contained, but caused water damage. The cause is still under investigation.

A man died after a shooting near Cleveland's Public Square. Two teenagers were arrested, but they have not yet been charged. A fight preceded the shooting; police are investigating.

A 7-year-old boy in Akron was hospitalized after a bullet from the apartment above struck him. The shooting occurred early Saturday. Police found a bullet hole in the floor above but no suspects. Authorities are seeking information.

Cleveland's forecast suggests fluctuating weather. High pressure will cause calm conditions before a low-pressure system brings mixed rain and snow by Monday. This could be followed by dry conditions and warmer temperatures later in the week.

The Cleveland Browns face injury concerns with Myles Garrett, David Njoku, and others ahead of their game against the Bengals. Shelby Harris has been ruled out, adding to the team's challenges.

Firefighters in Cleveland's Old Brooklyn rescued a mother and two children from a house fire caused by a kitchen incident.

Mentor's official website encourages residents to shop locally for the holidays, emphasizing economic benefits, and promotes the city's Visitor Guide, holiday events, and Senior Center programs.

The Mentor Fire Department's Rescue the Needy Food Drive raised $8,300 and collected food donations in its 30th year, supporting local community members in need.

The City of Mentor reminds residents of altered trash collection schedules during Christmas week, advising bins to be placed out the night before and noting a one-day delay for collections after Christmas.

Aurora has purchased the historic Geauga Lake site to create a public park. It aims to complete phase one by 2026 and fund it without raising taxes.