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• Gov. John Kasich talks with President Trump about reforming Obamacare

  24-02-2017 23:52
  
  President Donald Trump encouraged Gov. John Kasich to keep the discussion going, but Kasich and Congress appear to have disagreements over Obamacare reform.
  
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• Woman, 18, killed by RTA train

  24-02-2017 23:40
  
  AN 18-year-old woman was killed Friday after she was hit by a Rapid Transit Authority train in Cleveland.
  
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• Avon Lake high schoolers will perform with Eric Church tonight

  24-02-2017 23:35
  
  Cleveland.com will cover Eric Church's concert at The Q live on social media Friday night. Tune in to see Avon Lake choir members take the stage.
  
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• Andrea Rocco cannot run for Westlake law director, Cuyahoga Board of Elections ruled

  24-02-2017 23:22
  
  Former Cuyahoga County Clerk of Courts Andrea Rocco cannot run for Westlake law director, the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections ruled Friday.
  
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• Car windows, windshields shattered in Lakewood vandalism spree

  24-02-2017 23:15
  
  Five cars receiving damaged to their windows late Wednesday night. No arrests have been made.
  
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• Cleveland, Akron break records for hottest February day ever -- by multiple degrees

  24-02-2017 23:12
  
  It's official, Cleveland and Akron broke the record for all time hottest day in February, by a lot.
  
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• School district pay caught up in banking glitch

  24-02-2017 23:02
  
  More than 850 direct deposits did not get processed, so Stow-Munroe Falls School District employees were understandably concerned.
  
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• Developer will build 24 cluster houses in Strongsville, despite protests from residents

  24-02-2017 23:02
  
  Pulte Homes, an Atlanta-based developer, will build 24 cluster houses off the west side of Pearl Road, just north of Boston Road, despite the protests of residents already living in the area. At least five residents said Pulte representatives previously promised the firm would not build additional homes on the site now slated for the 24 cluster houses.
  
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• Maple Heights man accused of shooting two people at Cleveland gas station

  24-02-2017 23:01
  
  A Maple Heights man is charged in connection with a Feb. 13 shooting at a gas station in Cleveland's Mt. Pleasant neighborhood.
  
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• Ohio congress members seek investigation of Jewish community center bomb threats

  24-02-2017 22:53
  
  The letter from congress members said concerns about violence at Jewish community centers aren't groundless, since there have "been at least three casualty-causing attacks at JCCs or other Jewish institutions in the last two decades."
  
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• Boy, 10, accidentally shot by brother

  24-02-2017 22:45
  
  The 10-year-old boy who was shot Monday was injured by his brother as they played with a gun. 
  
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• Sound off: What do you want to tell your congressman?

  24-02-2017 22:26
  
  Tired of holding out for a town hall meeting? Here's your chance, Ohio, to tell your congressional representatives and senators what's on your mind.
  
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• New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie defends bail reform

  24-02-2017 22:25
  
  Bail reform news from Masachusetts to Arizona.
  
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• Severe thunderstorms ahead late tonight, snow for Saturday: Northeast Ohio weather forecast Feb. 24-27

  24-02-2017 22:08
  
  Check out the weekend weather forecast for Northeast Ohio.
  
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• Dr. Cliff Deveny named interim president and CEO of Summa Health

  24-02-2017 22:03
  
  "Cliff is an outstanding leader with a reputation for collaboration, a proven commitment to medical education, and a strong expertise in population health, all of which are critical Summa Health priorities," said James McIlvaine, chair of Summa Health's board of directors.
  
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• Dr. Cliff Deveney named interim president and CEO of Summa Health

  24-02-2017 22:03
  
  "Cliff is an outstanding leader with a reputation for collaboration, a proven commitment to medical education, and a strong expertise in population health, all of which are critical Summa Health priorities," said James McIlvaine, chair of Summa Health's board of directors.
  
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• 12 Cuyahoga County cities awarded development grants

  24-02-2017 21:21
  
  Twelve cities will receive development grants totaling $1.65 million, Cuyahoga County officials announced Friday.
  
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• Cedar Lee Theatre hosting cat adoptions for opening weekend of 'Kedi'

  24-02-2017 21:19
  
  The Cleveland Heights arthouse, Cedar Lee Theatre, is teaming up with local cat adoption organizations on opening weekend of "Kedi," a documentary about the thousands of stray cats that roam the streets of Istanbul.
  
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• Parma police officer resigns amid criminal investigation into casino spat

  24-02-2017 21:17
  
  Michael Yonek was indicted earlier this month after Ohio Casino Control Commission officials said he lied to gaming agents.
  
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• Cleveland Auto Show rolls out today at I-X Center (photos, video)

  24-02-2017 21:17
  
  Last-minute preparation and a little pre-show salesmanship went on at the I-X Center this morning in the final hours before opening of the Cleveland Auto Show at 5 p.m. The show runs through March 5.
  
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• Akron man charged with murder in wife's shooting death

  24-02-2017 21:16
  
  An Akron man is charged with murder in the Friday shooting death of his wife, police said.
  
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• Bedford Heights jail officers can't be held liable for mentally-ill man's death, appeals court says

  24-02-2017 21:12
  
  A federal appeals court panel said Friday that no Bedford Heights police officers should be held legally responsible for the death of a 38-year-old man who was held in an isolation cell for nine hours and then strapped to a chair during a psychotic episode.
  
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• J.C. Penney plans to close about 130 stores nationwide

  24-02-2017 20:58
  
  J.C. Penney announced today that it plans to close two distribution facilities and about 130 stores over the next few months. Which stores will close is not known at this time.
  
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• One person dies after being hit by RTA train

  24-02-2017 20:53
  
  One person was killed by a Rapid Transit Authority train Friday afternoon.
  
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• Where should Northeast Ohioans head to (safely) watch tonight's severe thunderstorms? (video)

  24-02-2017 20:50
  
  Tonight, severe thunderstorms are expected across the state. Here's 10 great places to view the lightning safely.
  
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• Person dies after being struck by train in Little Italy

  24-02-2017 20:39
  
  CLEVELAND, Ohio– A person has died after being struck by a train, according to Cleveland police. The pedestrian was hit by the train at the Little Italy rapid station at E 119th and Mayfield Road this afternoon. The accident investigation unit is being called to the scene. Stay with FOX 8 News and fox8.com for more information.
  
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• One dead after train hits pedestrian in Little Italy

  24-02-2017 20:29
  
  A pedestrian was hit and killed Friday by a train in Little Italy, police said.
  
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• Convicted barbershop shooter may testify in brother's murder conspiracy trial

  24-02-2017 20:22
  
  Convicted Warrensville Heights barbershop shooter Douglas Shine Jr. may testify in his brother's trial on aggravated murder and conspiracy charges in the death of a witness.
  
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• Cleveland, Akron break records for hottest February temperature of all time

  24-02-2017 20:15
  
  Akron-Canton and Cleveland-Hopkins recorded today as the hottest February day on record.
  
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• 'Shark Tank' celebrates $100 million in deals: 5 memorable pitches

  24-02-2017 19:37
  
  "Shark Tank" celebrates $100 million in deals on tonight's episode on ABC.
  
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• You can make Siri sound like the batcomputer

  24-02-2017 19:32
  
  How to make Siri sound use phrases from "The "Lego Batman Movie."
  
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• Virtual reality, Lego Batmobile at this year’s Cleveland Auto Show

  24-02-2017 19:32
  
  CLEVELAND– The Cleveland Auto Show starts Friday at 5 p.m. at the I-X Center with more than a thousand vehicles on display. For more information, including dates, times, admission and schedule, click here While every brand offers its own unique features, there is one car that is completely unlike the rest. In the Chevrolet section, you’ll find the Lego Batmobile. It stands 7 feet tall and 17 feet long with more than 344,000 Lego bricks. Master builders spent 222 hours […]
  
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• Rev up for Cleveland Auto Show 2017: See all the cars

  24-02-2017 19:28
  
  Ten days of the 2017 Cleveland Auto Show action begin today at the I-X Center.
  
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• Watch these funny cats go to 'battle' on some of our favorite videos: Cutest Cat contest

  24-02-2017 19:02
  
  These kitties take their jobs as protectors seriously. Check out these hilarious videos.
  
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• #7Namesfor7Planets hashtag has people brainstorming ridiculous name ideas for newly discovered planets

  24-02-2017 18:57
  
  People have been tweeting their ideas for the new names of some recently-discovered planets.
  
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• Avon heroin sculpture: Residents react

  24-02-2017 18:50
  
  The sculpture, "Untitled," by Tiffin artist Ryan Poignon, is turning heads along Detroit Road in Avon.
  
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• Suspect in Heartless Felons cellphone theft ring turns himself in

  24-02-2017 18:33
  
  A Cleveland man charged along with seven others with stealing thousands of dollars worth of equipment from cellphone stores in nine states turned himself in this week.
  
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• Alianna DeFreeze's grandfather was part of the militia that kidnapped Patty Hearst

  24-02-2017 18:29
  
  Alianna DeFreeze's death grabbed local and national headlines for days. Her grandfather, Donald DeFreeze, also garnered national attention in the 1970s after kidnapping Patty Hearst and dying in a massive firefight with police in California.
  
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• Akron Indivisible plans rally for Affordable Care Act Saturday

  24-02-2017 18:11
  
  Local chapters of Indivisible, a national movement to resist President Donald Trump's agenda, have planned a joint rally for this weekend to defend the Affordable Care Act.
  The Rally to Defend the Affordable Care Act is scheduled for 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Summit County Courthouse, 209 S. High St. in downtown Akron.
  
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• Summit Lake pump house renovations on hold: How can you help?

  24-02-2017 18:09
  
  Programming is moving forward for the Summit Lake Center for Art & Culture, but renovation of an old pump house will require a community-wide effort.
  Project organizers are looking for partners to help work or pay for renovation of the pump house at Summit Lake, which is full of lead paint and asbestos.
  
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• John Mayer's 'Search for Everything' Tour coming to Blossom Aug. 30; tickets go on sale Mar. 4

  24-02-2017 18:08
  
  John Mayer's "The Search for Everything" World Tour will make a stop at Blossom Music Center on August 30; tickets go on sale Saturday, March 4 at 10 a.m. through livenation.com
  
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• Presidential politics divides Franklin County suburb: Ohio Matters

  24-02-2017 18:00
  
  Last year's presidential election divided this thriving suburban community outside of Columbus straight down the middle: Hillary Clinton earned 47.7 percent of the vote; Donald Trump received 45.6 percent.
  
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• Franklin County by the numbers: Ohio Matters

  24-02-2017 18:00
  
  A look at Franklin County by the numbers, from population and income, to demographics and leading employers.
  
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• VASJ senior giving away 400 prom gowns she collected: Michael K. McIntyre's Tipoff (photos, video)

  24-02-2017 17:58
  
  Villa Angela St. Joseph senior Ashley Wilson began collected used prom dresses in December to give to girls who can't afford them. She ended up with 400 gowns, and is giving them away Saturday at the Green House, 20150 Euclid Ave., in Euclid.
  
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• Matt Reeves to direct 'The Batman.' Who is Matt Reeves?

  24-02-2017 17:52
  
  A look at Matt Reeves, the director of the upcoming Batman movie.
  
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• Cuyahoga Falls woman pistol-whipped, shot at outside Akron bar

  24-02-2017 17:48
  
  A Cuyahoga Falls woman was pistol-whipped and shot during a confrontation Friday in Downtown Akron, police said.
  
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• Cleveland paczki guide: The cannoli paczki has landed in Cleveland

  24-02-2017 17:45
  
  The cannoli paczki has arrived in Cleveland. In Parma, to be precise.
  
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• Cuyahoga County parking garage needs additional $1 million-plus to fix crumbling concrete

  24-02-2017 17:39
  
  Cuyahoga County's Huntington Park Garage, which has been undergoing $20 million in repairs and upgrades for almost a year, needs an additional $1 million.
  
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• Could these seven Earth-size exoplanets hold life?: Editorial Board Roundtable

  24-02-2017 17:35
  
  Seven Earth-size exoplanets orbiting a red dwarf called Trappist-1 raises questions about the possibility of life in a solar system far, far away, and the editorial board wants to talk about it.
  
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• Akron breaks high temperature record of 68 degrees set in 1961

  24-02-2017 17:30
  
  At 11 a.m. today, Akron-Canton recorded a temperature of 68 degrees, tying the record set in 1961.
  
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