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• Lakewood mayor proposes to end controversial pit bull ban

  02-01-2018 23:47
  
  The Lakewood City Council could vote to lift the ban as early as tonight.
  
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• Cleveland woman charged in fatal shooting of husband

  02-01-2018 23:13
  
  Aviean Compton, 44, is accused of fatally shooting her 53-year-old husband in their Cleveland home.
  
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• Former Akron chief prosecutor sues city, mayor to block change to retired workers' healthcare

  02-01-2018 23:12
  
  The city of Akron recently announced it will not provide supplemental health insurance to retired workers' spouses and children unless the spouse buys medical coverage from the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, according to a lawsuit filed Dec. 29 in Summit County Common Pleas Court.
  
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• Medical examiner identifies Cleveland man found shot in car at East Side shopping plaza

  02-01-2018 22:39
  
  The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's office identified a man found Saturday with several bullet wounds in the city's Fairfax neighborhood.
  
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• December 2017 finished off colder, snowier than normal for Cleveland, Akron

  02-01-2018 22:30
  
  How did December finish up relative to normal for Cleveland and Akron?
  
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• Akron extends hours at 4 community centers to provide respite from frigid temperatures

  02-01-2018 22:28
  
  he city of Akron will extend hours at four community centers around the city through Saturday, Jan. 6, to offer warmth to residents in need.
  
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• Negative wind chills ahead for morning commute, slight chance of evening flurries Wednesday in Akron: Weather forecast

  02-01-2018 22:15
  
  Check out Wednesday's weather forecast for Akron.
  
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• Brecksville-Broadview Heights district will ask voters to prolong existing property tax for a new elementary school

  02-01-2018 22:03
  
  Under a plan chosen by the school board, the Brecksville-Broadview Heights schools would build one new elementary school to replace four existing schools. To make it happen, the district will likely ask voters in May to prolong an existing property tax.
  
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• Will you try your luck to win the huge Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots?

  02-01-2018 22:01
  
  Neither game has had a jackpot-winning ticket since late October, CNBC reports.
  
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• Preterm billboard campaign aims to change conversation on abortion (photos)

  02-01-2018 21:58
  
  The 16 billboards have the phrase, "Abortion is ________," each with a different word or phrase filling in the blank, like "life-saving," "necessary," and "a second chance."
  
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• Cuyahoga Valley National Park hosts groundbreaking for new visitor center

  02-01-2018 21:57
  
  A groundbreaking for the Cuyahoga Valery national Park's new $6 million Boston Mill Visitor Center is set for Monday, Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. at 5793 Boston Mills Road in Peninsula.
  
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• Lakewood artist draws 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' images for Topps trading card company (video)

  02-01-2018 21:38
  
  Ryan Finley, a freelance artist and art teacher who lives in Lakewood, drew several images for a trading card series featuring characters from "Star Wars: The Last Jedi."
  
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• Akron man pleads guilty in drunken-driving crash that killed Chagrin Falls High School student

  02-01-2018 21:24
  
  John Bird, 51, pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated vehicular homicide, two counts of aggravated vehicular assault and one count of drunken driving related to a Dec. 23, 2016 crash.
  
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• Utah Sen. Hatch says he is retiring after 7 terms

  02-01-2018 21:06
  
  Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch of Utah said Tuesday he will not seek re-election after serving more than 40 years in the Senate.
  
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• Man sues Cleveland Browns WR Corey Coleman, others over 2016 New Year's Eve beating

  02-01-2018 20:49
  
  Cleveland Browns wide receiver Corey Coleman is being sued alongside his half-brother and his roommate over a 2016 New Year's Eve beating of a man inside Coleman's downtown apartment building.
  
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• Lucky Charms Frosted Flakes, the cereal of your childhood dreams, is a real thing now

  02-01-2018 20:12
  
  The mashup takes the best of both products -- the sugar coated corn flakes of Frosted Flakes and the magically delicious marshmallows of Lucky Charms -- and combines them into one cereal to rule them all.
  
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• Fans attending Cleveland Browns 'perfect season' parade Saturday will brave negative wind chills: Weather forecast

  02-01-2018 20:05
  
  What's the weather forecast for Saturday's Cleveland Browns perfect season parade?
  
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• Break in bitter-cold spell ahead for Cleveland, highs will soon hit above 30 degrees

  02-01-2018 19:45
  
  When will this frigid-cold spell come to an end in Northeast Ohio? A warm-up could come later this weekend.
  
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• Man accused of robbing downtown Cleveland bar at gunpoint after credit card is declined

  02-01-2018 19:11
  
  Terrence Bowie, 32, is accused of robbing Nick's Sports Corner bar in downtown Cleveland.
  
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• What's the 2018 weather outlook for Ohio? Seasonal predictions from NOAA

  02-01-2018 19:00
  What type of weather pattern can Ohioans expect for 2018, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration?
  
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• U.S. Marshals seek suspect in Lakewood delivery truck carjacking: Fugitive of the Week

  02-01-2018 18:17
  
  David Fields, 52, is charged with aggravated robbery and kidnapping in the June 9, 2017 carjacking outside North Coast Wine and Beer on West 117th Street at Madison Avenue, the U.S. Marshals' Violent Fugitive Task Force said in a news release.
  
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• Strongsville company is doubling its building size, adding workers

  02-01-2018 18:15
  
  Brighton Best International Inc., a worldwide distributor of industrial fasteners, is building a new home for its Strongsville operation.
  
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• Zack Bruell Restaurant Group offers Restaurant Week deals

  02-01-2018 18:03
  
  Six restaurants owned by Zack Bruell will offer Restaurant Week deals beginning this month.
  
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• Nearly 80 percent of Ohio's college freshmen in 2016 were state residents, report says

  02-01-2018 17:59
  
  Nearly 80 percent of Ohio's college freshmen in fall 2016 were state residents, according to new federal data.
  
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• Talk It Out: What will you do in 2018 to make Northeast Ohio a better place?

  02-01-2018 17:57
  
  What are your goals for the new year that will make Cleveland and Northeast Ohio a better place to live?
  
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• Peyton Manning? Tim Tebow? Who should replace Jon Gruden on Monday Night Football?

  02-01-2018 17:29
  
  Possible replacements for the QB whisperer affectionately known as "Chucky" are already being tossed around in the media.
  
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• Isaiah Thomas' Cavaliers debut inspires new Nike shoes

  02-01-2018 16:42
  
  Thomas gives the Cavs another Nike star on the floor.
  
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• Cleveland Municipal Court offers online resolution for tax disputes

  02-01-2018 16:30
  
  Those involved with tax disputes involving the City of Cleveland are no longer required to settle them in a courtroom. It can now happen online.
  
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• Boaz Cafe in Ohio City serves tons of tasty, gluten-free Mediterranean meals

  02-01-2018 16:25
  
  Find out what we thought of Boaz Cafe, a healthy Mediterranean lunch spot.
  
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• Ohio's 'Last Call' campaign delists hundreds of liquor bottles

  02-01-2018 16:20
  
  The state of Ohio is delisting hundreds of bottles of liquor in its Last Call campaign to free up shelf space for new items.
  
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• Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson sworn in for record fourth 4-year term in office

  02-01-2018 16:20
  
  With his swearing in, Jackson becomes the longest serving mayor in the history of Cleveland.
  
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• WWE's road to WrestleMania 34 will stop in Cleveland

  02-01-2018 16:15
  
  Expect fireworks on March 26 at The Q.
  
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• High school students can earn 'Readiness Seal' that indicates they are prepared to work

  02-01-2018 15:54
  
  High school students who demonstrate they are proficient in 15 skills, including reliability, punctuality, teamwork and creativity, will receive a "Readiness Seal" on their diploma.
  
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• Cleveland mother pleads not guilty to killing, burying toddler son

  02-01-2018 15:52
  
  Larissa Rodriguez, 34, made her first court appearance since a grand jury indicted her on murder and other charges in the death of her 5-year-old son, Jordan.
  
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• Cleveland mother pleads not guilty to killing, burying 5-year-old son

  02-01-2018 15:52
  
  Larissa Rodriguez, 34, made her first court appearance since a grand jury indicted her on murder and other charges in the death of her 5-year-old son, Jordan.
  
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• YouTuber Logan Paul faces backlash for video that shows suicide victim in Japan

  02-01-2018 15:21
  
  Logan Paul has been criticized for a new video that shows a man who apparently committed suicide in Japan.
  
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• Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson sworn in to fourth term

  02-01-2018 15:16
   
   
  CLEVELAND, Ohio — Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson was sworn in for his fourth term this morning.
  The ceremony was  held at the City Hall rotunda.
  The 70-year-old beat challenger Zack Reed during the November election.
  The new term will make Jackson Cleveland’s longest-serving mayor.
  He has served since 2006.
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• Wine calendar: West Shore Wine Co. tastings, The Wine Spot features Kermit Lynch, more

  02-01-2018 14:55
  
  Our weekly wine calendar is starting off with a bunch of tastings throughout Northeast Ohio, including West Shore Wine Co.'s themed tastings twice a week.
  
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• Joe Schiavoni picks state board of education member as running mate

  02-01-2018 14:53
  
  Stephanie Dodd is an elected member of the state board of education representing southeast Ohio.
  
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• Homeowners escape, cat rescued in early morning house fire

  02-01-2018 14:27
  CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Cleveland firefighters fought freezing temperatures while battling a house fire Tuesday morning.
  The fire was reported at a home on Chambers Avenue at just after 5 a.m.
  Everyone made it out safely, including a kitten. A firefighter is seen on video carrying the kitten to safety.
  However, the search is still on for three cats.
  It took about 30 minutes to get the fire under control.
  The cause is still under investigation.
  
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• NBC taps Hoda Kotb as permanent co-anchor of 'Today'

  02-01-2018 14:14
  
  "Over the past several weeks, Hoda has seamlessly stepped into the co-anchor role alongside Savannah, and the two have quickly hit the ground running," NBC News Chairman Andrew Lack said in a staff email this morning. "They have an undeniable connection with each other and most importantly, with viewers, a hallmark of 'Today.'"
  
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• Mother accused of killing 5-year-old son pleads not guilty

  02-01-2018 13:39
  CLEVELAND, Ohio --The mother accused of killing her 5-year-old son and burying his body in the backyard pleaded not guilty in court this morning.
  A grand jury indicted Larissa Rodriguez last week on charges of murder, assault, child endangering and abuse of a corpse.
  The body of Jordan Rodriguez was found in the backyard of the family's West 80th Street home last month.
  Investigators believe he may have been buried in September.
  Rodriguez is being held on $1 million bond.
  Continuing coverage.
  
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• 2017 comics you need to read: Journey Into Comics

  02-01-2018 13:37
  
  As the calendar turns to a new year, be sure to check out these recently released titles that will help redefine comics in the new year.
  
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• 1918 famous firsts, events, inventions in news, entertainment, world affairs (photos)

  02-01-2018 13:20
  100 years ago: 1918 famous firsts, events, inventions, more
  
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• There's already T-shirts honoring the Browns' 0-16 season because of course there are

  02-01-2018 13:19
  
  Cleveland's GV Art + Design and Columbus-based Homage have both come out with T-shirts that celebrates the Browns' 0-16 season because, well, this is Cleveland, where we put everything on a T-shirt. (Remember those "Browns Preseason Champions" shirts?)
  
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• Ranking every Ohio city, county for size of minority population - Census Snapshot

  02-01-2018 13:15
  
  Minority population shares for each Ohio city and county, according to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.
  
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• Hear new Cleveland music in January 2018 Spotify playlist

  02-01-2018 13:03
  
  It's a new year, and there is plenty of new music coming out of Cleveland.
  
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• Under-the-radar Cleveland concerts to see Jan. 2-7: Cowslingers, Kate Voegele, more

  02-01-2018 13:01
  This is a rock-filled week in Northeast Ohio.
  
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• High school sweethearts celebrate a decade of romance with beach-themed wedding (photos)

  02-01-2018 13:00
  
  Eric and Felisha Payne tied the knot with a summer wedding, posing for photos at Edgewater Park to celebrate the day.
  
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• New York City Ballet's Peter Martins retiring amid sexual misconduct investigation

  02-01-2018 12:37
  
  The longtime leader of the New York City Ballet is retiring in the midst of an investigation into accusations of sexual misconduct by him. Peter Martins wrote a letter to the company's board of directors on Monday announcing his retirement, saying the scandal had "exacted a painful toll on me and my family."
  
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