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Trailer and Tools Stolen in Overnight Break-In at J&J Plumbing Lot
J&J Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric says thieves broke into its locked lot overnight before Jan. 8, stealing a trailer tied to a youth soccer team and later forcing open a truck to take tools. Police are investigating, and the company is asking witnesses to contact officers while offering a free furnace tune-up for information that helps identify suspects.

D Heckman
Jan 82 min read


‘I Rejected the Pardon’: Jan. 6 Defendant Returns to Capitol to Testify Against Trump’s Claims
Pam Hemphill, a Jan. 6 defendant, returned to the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2026, saying she pleaded guilty for her actions and rejected a pardon from President Donald Trump. She told a House Democratic hearing she traveled from Idaho after believing Trump’s claims, later sought to make amends, and credited Capitol Police with saving her after she was trampled in the crowd.

Analese Hartford
Jan 83 min read


ICE Agent Shoots and Kills Minneapolis Woman as Leaders Clash Over What Happened
A 37-year-old woman, Renee Nicole Good, was shot and killed in Minneapolis in an incident involving an ICE agent. A witness described hearing gunshots and a crash, while unconfirmed claims say medical help was blocked. Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz condemned the federal presence, while President Donald Trump said the agent acted in self-defense. Key details remain unconfirmed.

D Heckman
Jan 73 min read


Trump Orders Epstein Investigation, Which Could Block/Stop the Release of Documents to the Public
This move has raised sharp concerns from lawmakers, transparency advocates, and legal experts who question whether the timing and purpose of

Analese Hartford
Nov 15, 20253 min read


Angry Customer Attacks Penn Station Staff with Chemical Agent in South Euclid, Police Say
According to investigators, the individual entered the restaurant and placed a food order but quickly became irate over the service. The situation escalated when the person began shouting at employees and then discharged a chemical agent, believed to be pepper spray, at or near staff members on multiple occasions.

D Heckman
Oct 15, 20251 min read


$5K Robbery Turns Terrifying as Amish Boy Held Hostage in Geauga County
Authorities said they intend to charge the individuals involved with aggravated armed robbery, attempted child abduction, and felonious assault. The Geauga County Sheriff’s Office and Prosecutor Jim Flaiz are expected to release more details during a scheduled press conference.

D Heckman
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Ten Cleveland Teens Busted in Massive Multi-Vehicle Theft Spree
The investigation, initiated by Third District detectives and supported by intelligence from the Second District, revealed that suspects were using at least two stolen vehicles to carry out the crimes. By early afternoon, detectives, aided by the Real Time Crime Center and FLOCK license plate readers, tracked the movement of the stolen vehicles across Cleveland.

D Heckman
Oct 13, 20252 min read


How Two Kent State Students Allegedly Became the Face of an $11 Million Senior Fraud Ring
According to court filings, the pair are charged with wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The criminal complaint alleges they collected cash in person from elderly victims after scammers, operating mostly remotely, convinced those victims they owed money to government agencies or needed to “correct” fraudulent charges or refund errors.

D Heckman
Oct 13, 20255 min read


Mayfield Heights Police Investigate Armed Robbery at Drake Apartments
According to the Mayfield Heights Police Department, officers responded to a report of a robbery at approximately 11:56 a.m. The victim, a 2

D Heckman
Oct 9, 20251 min read


Deadliest Year for Ohio Families Exposes Failures Inside Domestic Courts
Among those killed, 95 were victims and 62 were perpetrators. The total count included 82 male and 75 female decedents. Children were frequently caught in the crossfire. Eleven minors were killed and at least 92 children lost a parent to domestic violence during the reporting period. In addition, 38 percent of the cases involving children included custody disputes, and 36 percent of perpetrators were subject to a current or previous protection order at the time of the homicid

Analese Hartford
Oct 9, 20254 min read


Fugitive Teen Murder Suspect Indicted After Shocking Execution at Local Deli, Still on the Run
The shooting occurred around 7:00 p.m. at or near the E 185th Deli on East 185th Street. Video released by the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office shows King driving a stolen vehicle to the deli, entering and walking through the aisles, then exiting. Meanwhile, Stegall is seen approaching the deli from the parking lot. The surveillance footage indicates the two met at the deli entrance, exchanged words, and then King turned and shot Stegall in the back of the head. King then

D Heckman
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Woman Found Deceased Behind Dumpster in Cleveland After Man Seen Leaving Alone
A woman was found unconscious behind a dumpster Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of East 128th Street and Buckeye Road, according to initial witness accounts.
Witnesses stated they saw a man and the woman walk behind the dumpster together, but only the man returned from behind it. The condition of the woman has not been officially confirmed.

Melvin Crockett
Oct 8, 20251 min read


Cleveland Police Crack Down on Stolen Cars, Arrest Multiple Juveniles in Ongoing Operation
The Cleveland Division of Police has arrested several juveniles and identified a 20-year-old suspect in a string of stolen vehicle and car break-in operations across the city’s Second District between October 3 and October 7, 2025, according to multiple police press releases.

D Heckman
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Mentor Mom Says Pit Bull “Took Her Daughter’s Face Off” in Vicious Attack
No formal charges have been announced. The case remains under investigation and the Mentor Police Department is coordinating with the Lake County Dog Warden to determine whether criminal charges will apply. The dog has been placed in quarantine in compliance with state law.

D Heckman
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Toilet Paper Prank Leads to Menacing and Reckless Driving Charges in Upper Arlington
The incident occurred on the evening of September 5, 2025, but police said they were not called to the scene at the time. “No 911 calls or service requests were made that night,” the city’s official statement noted. Investigators opened a case only after the video began circulating on social media in the days that followed.

D Heckman
Oct 7, 20253 min read


5-Year-Old Girl Brutally Beaten and Assaulted in Cleveland Field; Mother Says System Is Failing Them
Kennibrew wrote that the boys beat her daughter until she was unconscious, sexually assaulted her, urinated on her and attempted to strangle her with her own shirt before leaving her naked and unresponsive. “I couldn’t believe what I saw in front of me,” she posted. “My daughter did not look like herself. She was traumatized.” Kennibrew described finding her child with hair ripped from her scalp, eyes filled with blood and bruises covering her body.

D Heckman
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Family Farm Owner Devastated as $6,000 in Pumpkins Stolen from His Ohio Farm Just Before Halloween
Dunlap estimates the theft to be worth more than $6,000. The stolen pumpkins were not random selections but specifically his “very best” large, high-quality pumpkins with long, sturdy stems that typically command premium prices in the seasonal agritourism market. The pumpkins were grown for retail and decorative use during October, a time when small farms like his generate a significant portion of their yearly income.

D Heckman
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Statewide Ohio Prostitution Sting Takes Down 135 Suspects; Shocking List Includes Clergy and Educators
In late September, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the results of 'Operation Next Door', a coordinated statewide law enforcement sting targeting human trafficking and prostitution. The multiagency operation, involving more than 100 local, state, and federal entities, resulted in the arrest of 135 individuals on charges ranging from solicitation to more serious offenses like promoting prostitution and seeking sex with minors.

D Heckman
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Medina County’s Overdose Prevention Effort Triggers Online Firestorm
The announcement on social media quickly gained traction, with hundreds of comments reflecting sharp divisions within the community. Support

D Heckman
Oct 6, 20252 min read


Sniper Suspect in Charlie Kirk Assassination Identified as Tyler Robinson; 22-Year-Old Utah Man
Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old Utah resident, has been identified by officials as the prime suspect in the Sept. 10 sniper-style shooting that killed conservative commentator Charlie Kirk during a speaking engagement at Utah Valley University in Orem. Robinson was taken into custody in Washington County after a tip from a family member or friend who said he had confessed or strongly implied responsibility for the killing.

Analese Hartford
Sep 12, 20253 min read
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