Anton McCall II was fatally shot early on Christmas Eve in Downtown Cleveland, with the police seeking public assistance in the ongoing investigation.

An Ohio man received a five-year sentence for engaging in COVID-19 unemployment insurance fraud and check theft, resulting in substantial monetary losses.

A house fire displaced three people and their six cats in Canton. The people survived, but the cats perished. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Two people were shot on Christmas Eve in Akron during a dispute involving a homeowner and contractors. Both victims are expected to recover, and police are investigating the incident.

The National Weather Service in Cleveland reports a mild, quiet weather period for the region until Sunday when a low-pressure system brings rain and a temperature drop following above-average warmth.

The Cleveland Browns signed kicker Andre Szmyt to their practice squad, creating competition for current kicker Dustin Hopkins amidst reliability concerns.

The fire at a vacant home in Lorain was ruled arson, with a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction. The public's help is sought.

The National Weather Service reports dreary weather in Cleveland, with light rain and gray skies. However, warmer air and potential rain over the weekend may improve conditions by Thursday.

A 42-year-old man was shot and killed early Christmas Eve in Downtown Cleveland. Police are investigating, and the victim's name has not yet been released.

A Christmas Eve fire in Elyria resulted in one death, a destroyed house, and damage to nearby homes. Fire crews could not rescue the victim. The cause is under investigation.

A 40-year-old man died in Akron after his car crashed into a parked semi-truck on I-77. Emergency crews used a crane in the rescue operation. The accident is under investigation.

Fire crews extricated a van driver after his vehicle collided with a semitrailer in Jackson Township. He was taken to the hospital, the truck driver was unhurt.

The National Weather Service Cleveland forecasts calm weather with potential drizzle in the Cleveland area. A high-pressure system will bring persistent cloud cover and the chance of light rain showers midweek.