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• Ohio Sen. Kenny Yuko diagnosed with cancer, will take break to receive treatment

  18-08-2016 23:58
  
  Sen. Kenny Yuko said he has been diagnosed with cancer and will receive treatment in the coming months at University Hospital.
  
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• Duo suspected in several Akron robberies arrested, charged

  18-08-2016 23:57
  
  Two Akron men -- ages 22 and 25 -- suspected in several Akron robberies were arrested Wednesday night.
  
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• County demo program: slow but steady progress

  18-08-2016 23:57
  
  A NewsChannel 5 investigation reveals the Cuyahoga County demolition program is making steady progress in getting rid of abandoned homes throughout the county, but it is significantly off mark from its original projection.
  
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• Federal prison in Youngstown might not feel effects of private-prison phase-out

  18-08-2016 23:55
  
  The Justice Department will phase out the use of private prisons for federal convicts. But the U.S. Marshals might still use them.
  
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• After RNC Cleveland looks for new conventions

  18-08-2016 23:54
  
  Four weeks after the balloons dropped in Cleveland closing the Republican National Convention the city is enjoying the accolades it received and the potential future business it might generate.
  
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• Cleveland Browns vs. Atlanta Falcons in preseason: Follow along on Snapchat

  18-08-2016 23:53
  
  Follow the game and the scenes on and off the field on Snapchat as the Cleveland Browns host the Atlanta Falcons in an NFL preseason game.
  
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• Drone used in Turnpike crash investigation

  18-08-2016 23:46
  
  Video from a drone is helping authorities investigate Sunday's pile up on the Ohio Turnpike.
  
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• Police offer reward for Taco Bell homicide

  18-08-2016 23:45
  
  The Lorain Police Department has offered at $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and successful prosecution of anyone responsible for a murder that took place at a Taco Bell on Oberlin Avenue in Lorain this past Sunday.
  
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• Naked Trump statue pops up in Cleveland

  18-08-2016 23:24
  
  Naked, life-size statues of GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump debuted at famous public spaces in several U.S. cities this morning, including: New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Cleveland.
  
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• Hillary Clinton's campaign dismisses health concerns, demands Donald Trump's medical records: Politics Extra

  18-08-2016 23:16
  
  Bill Clinton and Melania Trump compete in a First Spouse cookie recipe contest. Trump's campaign hits Clinton on ethics training report. No longer a presidential candidate, Bernie Sanders won't release his financial disclosure. Read more in today's Politics Extra.
  
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• Texas resident has catalytic convertor stolen

  18-08-2016 23:07
  
  A Texas resident had the catalytic convertor stolen from their vehicle while it was parked at the Rapid Transit Station parking lot on Shaker Boulevard in Shaker Heights, according to police reports. 
  
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• Browns add walk-through metal detectors to speed up security

  18-08-2016 22:58
  
  CLEVELAND– Browns fans heading to FirstEnergy Stadium can expect changes this season, and they’re not related to the players on the field. The team is implementing walk-through metal detectors at the stadium’s entrances in place of metal-detecting wands in an attempt to speed the entry process. Fans will no longer be required to remove keys, wallets, coins, jewelry or belts when they reach security. Instead, they will only have to remove cell phones, cameras, other large m
  
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• Drone video helps turnpike crash investigation

  18-08-2016 22:52
  
  Video from a drone helps authorities investigating Sunday's pile up on the Ohio Turnpike.
  
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• 2 arrested in string of Akron robberies

  18-08-2016 22:45
  
  Two men who police say are responsible for several area robberies are now in custody.
  
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• Satisfaction in seeing Goddard's Act become Goddard's Law: Carl Burgio

  18-08-2016 22:43
  
  Guest columnist Carl Burgio writes on how passage of House Bill 60, also known as Dick Goddard's Act, helps in the fight against animal abuse.
  
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• Local farm debuts 'Believeland!' corn maze

  18-08-2016 22:33
  
  Visitors to Mapleside Farms in Brunswick will get the opportunity to trace the Cleveland Cavaliers championship trophy this year. 
  
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• Naked Donald Trump statues appear in Cleveland, other US cities

  18-08-2016 22:16
  
  CLEVELAND — Naked statues of Donald Trump popped up on Thursday in five U.S. cities, including Cleveland. The one in Manhattan’s Union Square quickly drew a large crowd of gawkers who snapped pictures and struck poses with the figure. A plaque at the foot of the statue read, “The emperor has no balls.” Similar Trump statues appeared Thursday in Los Angeles, Seattle and San Francisco. Cleveland’s sculpture briefly appeared near the toy store
  
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• Mapleside Farms debuts 'Believeland!' corn maze

  18-08-2016 22:10
  
  Visitors to Mapleside Farms in Brunswick will get the opportunity to trace the Cleveland Cavaliers championship trophy this year. 
  
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• Golf legend Charlie Sifford's son sentenced to prison for pilfering estate

  18-08-2016 22:07
  
  The son and ex-daughter-in-law of golf legend Charlie Sifford were sentenced to 30 months in prison Thursday for pilfering his estate of at least $315,000.
  
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• Willowick woman sentenced to seven years in prison after she, sister tried to strangle mother

  18-08-2016 22:05
  
  A Willowick woman has been sentenced to seven years in prison after she and her sister tried to strangle their mother with USB cords on Thanksgiving.
  
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• Cleveland's income tax increase: How City Hall would spend your money

  18-08-2016 21:52
  
  Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson is asking his constituents to support an income tax increase from 2 to 2.5 percent this November. If you work in the city, the issue should matter to you, whether or not you have a vote. Here's what Cleveland would get for your money.
  
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• Kings Island to bring back holiday-themed WinterFest in 2017

  18-08-2016 21:47
  
  The festival, which will debut (again) in 2017, will feature outdoor ice skating, live entertainment, crafts, a handful of rides, and the park's iconic Eiffel Tower decorated as the world's largest Christmas tree.
  
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• Naked Donald Trump statue appears in Cleveland Heights, briefly

  18-08-2016 21:46
  
  A naked Donald Trump statue appeared in Coventry, but was promptly removed. It was part of a national activist art installation.
  
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• Donald Trump to campaign in Akron on Monday

  18-08-2016 21:24
  
  Donald Trump's campaign has confirmed the candidates plan to stop in Akron on Monday. 
  
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• Corey Coleman out in preseason home opener

  18-08-2016 21:23
  
  Cleveland Browns 2016 first round draft pick Corey Coleman will not suit up for Thursday's preseason home opener against the Atlanta Falcons. 
  
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• What is carfentanil, the animal sedative linked to northeast Ohio overdoses?

  18-08-2016 21:11
  
  Officials on Thursday released a public health warning that carfentanil, an animal sedative that has been linked to overdoses throughout Ohio, has been detected in Cuyahoga County.
  
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• 'Cleveland Hustles' TV contestant unveils new Gordon Square space

  18-08-2016 21:10
  
  GroundSwell Collective, one of the businesses featured on the LeBron James reality show Cleveland Hustles, launched their new space with a rooftop party.
  
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• Dry tonight, slight chance of rain Friday: Northeast Ohio weather forecast

  18-08-2016 21:07
  
  Tonight will be completely dry and warm, Friday will be dry across northeast Ohio for the most part, could see a shower or two pop up.
  
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• Dry tonight, only slight chance of rain Friday: Northeast Ohio weather forecast

  18-08-2016 21:07
  
  Tonight will be completely dry and warm, Friday will be dry across northeast Ohio for the most part, could see a shower or two pop up.
  
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• Cuyahoga Valley National Park becoming more of a tourist draw (photos)

  18-08-2016 21:07
  
  Cuyahoga Valley National Park releases visitor-survey, tourism is up.
  
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• Heavy traffic expected for games, concert

  18-08-2016 20:45
  
  The City of Cleveland is advising residents to prepare for heavy traffic around downtown Thursday night as the city hosts multiple events at the three stadiums. 
  
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• Donald Trump plans Akron rally for Monday

  18-08-2016 20:45
  
  Donald Trump will make a campaign stop at Akron's Rhodes Arena on Monday, according to his website.
  
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• Man sets junk pile on fire in backyard; police searching for 17-year-old runaway: Berea police blotter

  18-08-2016 20:41
  
  Police cited a Berea man after he started a fire in his backyard, then left the property. Also, police are looking for a 17-year-old boy who ran away from home.
  
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• Little Italy robbers who pistol whipped priest all to get prison sentences

  18-08-2016 20:38
  
  The three men involved in a string of robberies and pistol whipping a priest in Little Italy earlier this year are being sentenced to prison Thursday.
  
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• Little Italy robbers who pistol whipped priest all get prison sentences

  18-08-2016 20:38
  
  The three men involved in a string of robberies and pistol whipping a priest in Little Italy earlier this year are being sentenced to prison Thursday.
  
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• Cleveland Heights shoppers organizing Zagara's Marketplace cash mob on Saturday to help recover storm losses

  18-08-2016 20:20
  
  Cleveland Heights shopper Justin Alcorn created a Facebook event called "Zagara's Cash Mob" for 8 a.m. Saturday, and invited 100 of his friends. "We want hundreds of people to be lined up at opening time to show the family that Cleveland Heights considers them our neighbors and friends," he wrote.
  
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• Cleveland Hopkins Airport lands new shops and restaurants

  18-08-2016 20:13
  
  Cleveland Hopkins International Airport now has three new restaurants and two new stores.
  
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• The Detroiter restaurant in Lakewood closed, in case you missed it

  18-08-2016 19:42
  
  After just over a year, The Detroiter closed its location on Detroit Ave. without any notice.
  
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• Man hit with bat, 1 other injured outside lounge

  18-08-2016 19:40
  
  Two men were assaulted outside of Lido Lounge early Thursday morning, Cleveland police reported. 
  
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• Swinging temperatures and chances of rain: Working for your weekend forecast

  18-08-2016 19:32
  
  A passing cold front is causing chances of rain, and temperatures to change drastically this weekend.
  
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• U.S. EPA fines Harley-Davidson for emissions violations caused by 'super tuners'

  18-08-2016 19:30
  
  Harley-Davidson, the Milwaukee-based motorcycle manufacturer, agreed to pay the U.S. EPA a $12 million civil penalty and spend $3 million on an air pollution mitigation project.
  
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• Joining Ohio online 'checkbook' made easier for small governments

  18-08-2016 19:30
  
  Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel and Auditor Dave Yost are teaming up to make it easier for small governments to post their expenses on the state's public online spending database, OhioCheckbook.com.
  
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• Amazon@Akron opens with ribbon-cutting ceremony

  18-08-2016 19:26
  
  Amazon, the ubiquitous online retailer, will open a new hub near the University of Akron where members of the community can pick up their orders at the secure location. 
  
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• Carfentanil, animal sedative linked to Summit County overdoses, detected in Cuyahoga County

  18-08-2016 19:08
  
  Carfentanil, an animal sedative that has been attributed to a recent spike in overdose deaths in Summit County, has now been detected in Cuyahoga County, officials said.
  
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• Romanian Festival on Cleveland's West Side back for 11th year (photos)

  18-08-2016 19:00
  
  The 11th annual Romanian Festival takes place August 19 to 21 at Saint Mary Romanian Orthodox Cathedral at 3256 Warren Road in Cleveland.
  
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• Cleveland teen caught driving stolen car in Westlake, police say

  18-08-2016 18:58
  
  A 15-year-old Cleveland boy is facing felony charges after hewas caught driving a stolen car, police say.
  
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• Carfentanil detected in Cuyahoga Co.

  18-08-2016 18:46
  
  An extremely powerful drug used to sedate elephants, rhinoceroses and zebras has been detected in Cuyahoga County, one month after it was found in Akron.
  
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• Animal cuteness: Check out summer zoo babies, from panda twins to snow leopards

  18-08-2016 18:42
  
  With summer ending, take a look at the season's batch of zoo babies, including giraffes, panda twins and bonobos, around the world.
  
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• 2016 Lorain County Fair opens Monday, here's a preview guide (photos)

  18-08-2016 18:27
  
  The Lorain County Fair opens Monday and runs through Sunday featuring carnival rides, lots of food, farm animals, tractor pulls and mash-up demolition derbies with combines.
  
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• Cedar Point will expand Hotel Breakers, Breakers Express

  18-08-2016 18:23
  
  The two additions will increase Cedar Point's total hotel inventory by nearly 20 percent. The park operates four hotels - Hotel Breakers, Breakers Express, Sandcastle Suites and Castaway Bay, plus the Lighthouse Point cabin and campground complex.
  
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