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  • High school football playoffs on Spectrum News 1

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    OHIO — The Ohio high school football playoffs kicks off this Friday, which will feature several highly contested games, including four gridiron battles that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.

    Fans can watch the OHSAA playoffs live on Spectrum News 1 and on the Spectrum News mobile app. Nineteen total games will be available to watch at 7 p.m.

    Twinsburg vs. Nordonia – Northern Ohio Divison II, Region 5
    Airing on Spectrum News 1 in Northern Ohio

    10 seed Twinsburg is travelling to Macedonia to face off against 7 seed Nordonia. The winner of the game would move on to face the 2 seed Walsh Jesuit Wariors in the quarterfinal.

    Grove City vs. Olentangy Berlin – Central Ohio Divison I, Region 3
    Airing on Spectrum News 1 in Central Ohio

    The Olentangy Berlin Bears will play host to the Grove City Greyhounds in a 8 and 9 seed matchup. The victor will face off against number 1 seed Olentangy Orange on Nov 7.

    Mason vs. Fairfield – Southern Ohio Division I, Region 4
    Airing on Spectrum News 1 in Southern Ohio

    Another 8 and 9 seed matchup pits the Mason Comets against the Fairfield Indians. The winner would take on number 1 seed Elder in the quarterfinal.

    Marysville vs. Springfield – Southern Ohio Division I, Region 2
    Airing on Spectrum News 1 in Western Ohio

    The 5 seed Springfield Wildcats will host 12 seed Marysville. The two teams will battle to see who gets to play against the 4 seed Springboro Panthers on Nov 7.

    Other matchups

    Here is a list of games that will be available for fans to watch on Friday on the Spectrum News mobile app:

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  • Columbus Zoo offers free admission for federal workers

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    COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the U.S. remains in one of the longest government shutdowns in history, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is hoping to press some kindness to those directly being impacted. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Free admission will be offered for federal employees from Nov. 1 to Nov. 20

    • Workers can bring up to five guests, and they will receive free parking

    • All federal workers have to do is show their ID to the parking and ticket booths for admission

    The Columbus Zoo announced Thursday it’s offering free admission for federal workers from Nov. 1 to Nov. 20. Workers can bring up to five guests, and they will receive free parking. 

    All federal workers have to do is show their ID to the parking and ticket booths for admission.

    “Come walk the trails, meet some amazing animals. We’re glad to have you here,” the Columbus Zoo wrote in a Facebook post. 


    Thursday marked the 29th day of the shutdown. The longest one in history lasted for 35 days in December 2018 to January 2019. The trickle down effects of the shutdown are already being felt, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced SNAP benefits won’t go out Nov. 1. 

    For those in need of food assistance, check local pantries and food banks near you by clicking here. 

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  • When will it snow? It depends where you live

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    The days are getting shorter, and temperatures are falling. Now that we’re heading toward winter, many parts of the country are going to begin to see snow in the forecast for the first time in months.

    Even though winter doesn’t begin until December, the first snow can arrive much earlier depending on where you live.

    What You Need To Know

    • The Mountain West usually gets snow before anywhere else

    • Interior New England and the Great Lakes also see snowfall earlier than most areas

    • If it snows in the Southeast, it normally comes after New Year’s



    The primary factors that influence your local snowfall climatology are elevation and latitude. High elevations, like the Rockies, are much more favorable environments for wintry weather than anywhere else in the continental U.S. Some parts of the Rockies could receive snow in all 12 months of the year.

    Of course, that’s not the case for everyone else. Aside from elevation, how far north do you live? Do you live off the eastern shores of the Great Lakes and get lake-effect snow? Do you see a milder maritime air mass from the Pacific, or a continental polar air mass from Canada? 

    The map below gives a good idea of when you can expect the first measurable (>0.1″) snow where you live based on the 1981-2020 U.S. climate normals.

    The map shows the ‘median,’ or average date of the first snowfall. This is when you could expect the first snow to arrive during a ‘normal’ year. Of course, every year is different, but this should give you a good idea of when to get the winter clothes ready. For an even better idea, you can check your local forecast.

    Snow in the Northeast usually arrives before winter does on the calendar, especially in the mountains. Interior New England the Adirondacks, usually sees the first snowflakes falling around early November, with the rest of New England seeing snow before Thanksgiving.

    Coastal areas might lag a little behind the rest of the Northeast since the temperatures run a bit warmer, but it only takes one Nor’easter to deliver the first snow for everybody.

    Great Lakes

    Aside from the Rockies and some other high elevations, the Great Lakes are among the earlier areas to see snow, especially near Lake Superior. When you combine arctic air and moisture over the warm Great Lakes early in the season, the lake-effect machine can pump some big snow totals onto the southern and eastern shores of the Great Lakes.

    Parts of Michigan, Wisconsin, Upstate New York and northwest Pennsylvania are the lucky recipients of lake-effect snow that can arrive as early as October or November.

    Midwest

    The Upper Midwest and Northern Plains see strong cold fronts move in from Canada during the late fall and winter with bitter cold Arctic air that can dump feet of snow, but that’s not usually until later in the season. The first snow? The Dakotas and Minnesota usually get some snowfall in early November.

    Further south, in states like Iowa, Illinois, Ohio and Missouri, it can be a bit later, around or after Thanksgiving as we get into December.

    Northwest/Rockies

    The Rocky Mountains, Cascades and other high elevations across the Mountain West are the snowiest places in the U.S., some of which could see snow year-round. This is why some of the best ski resorts in the world are in states like Colorado, Utah and Montana. Snow usually starts falling by October, with the foothills and lower elevations seeing snow by November.

    The coastal parts of Washington and Oregon in the Pacific Northwest don’t see much snow until later, usually by December. The Pacific Ocean keeps areas west of the mountains much warmer, and much wetter with rain lasting into winter.

    Southwest

    If you’re expecting snow in the Southwest, elevation is an important factor. There are parts of Southern California, northern Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada where the high elevations and mountains see plenty of snowfall, some as early as late November or December. But a lot of the Southwest doesn’t see any, especially in California outside of the mountains.

    In Texas, the Panhandle could get some wild weather by late November or December, but further south into central Texas and the Gulf Coast, the snow chances are few and far between.

    Southeast

    Parts of the Southeast, especially in the Appalachians, could get snow in late November or December. States like Kentucky, North Carolina, Arkansas, Virginia and North Carolina usually get a few good snows per winter, maybe even before changing your calendar.

    If you live anywhere else in the Southeast, especially Florida and along the Gulf Coast, the first time you see snow depends on when you buy a plane ticket! Big snows are much rarer once you get south of I-10. Other parts of the Deep South are lucky to see one or two snows per year, but it usually arrives in January or February.

    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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  • Female kicker leads Springfield into playoffs

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    SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — It’s not every day you see a female athlete trading her soccer cleats for football pads, but one Ohio high schooler is kicking her way to the playoffs.

    She’s proving that talent knows no boundaries, no matter the sport.

    What You Need To Know

    • Natalie Erdman is a junior soccer and football player 

    • The football team saw her kick and recruited her to join the team

    • She’s proving that determination, not gender, defines a true competitor

    For more than a decade, Natalie Erdman has excelled using her feet.

    “Soccer always; it’s been that way since I was two,” said Natalie Erdman, a junior at Springfield High School.

    The Springfield High School junior plays defense on the varsity soccer team.  

    But a conversation she had with one of the school’s football players changed her life.

    “He was like, ‘You’re a kicker,’ and I was like, ‘I mean I’m a person that can kick,’ and he was like ‘You gotta go meet the coaches.’ Next thing I know, they were meeting my parents, and next thing I know they were having me kick,” Erdman said.

    That chance encounter landed Erdman a spot on the Wildcats football roster.

    During the regular season, she made 32 of her 34 extra points and also converted the only field goal she attempted.

    “Nat’s a good girl all-around — good student, good athlete and a good teammate, really good attitude. That’s Natalie,” said Larry Ham, defensive line coach at Springfield High School.

    Her success goes beyond the football and soccer fields. Erdman also powerlifts for the school as well.

    All of her activities force her to excel in time management.

    “It’s definitely a lot to balance. A lot of late night, student practices, soccer games, things like that. I honestly wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s nice to be on both teams,” Erdman said.

    After school, it’s back-to-back soccer and football practices.

    Erdman starts her day at 6 a.m. and sometimes doesn’t get home until 9 p.m. 

    “The support from the team and everything like that, just to know, it makes it worth it of waking up early knowing that I’m appreciated at the team, and I’m respected like that,” Erdman said.

    With her focus set on Friday night, she’s proving that determination, not gender, defines a true competitor.

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  • Blue Jackets beat Maple Leafs 6-3

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    COLUMBUS, Ohio — Cole Sillinger had two goals and an assist, and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-3 on Wednesday night for their third straight win.

    What You Need To Know

    • Toronto outshot Columbus 9-6 in the first period but trailed by two goals after 20 minutes

    • The Blue Jackets scored three goals in an 8 1/2-minute stretch later in the period to pull away

    • Cayden Primeau had 19 saves as the Maple Leafs snapped a two-game win streak

    Mathieu Olivier had a goal and three assists, Zach Werenski had a goal and an assist, and Ivan Provorov and Dante Fabbro also scored for the Blue Jackets, who have won five of six. Charlie Coyle had four assists, and Elvis Merzlikins finished with 35 saves.

    Sammy Blais and Nicholas Robertson each had a goal and an assist, and John Tavares scored his 500th career goal for Toronto. Cayden Primeau had 19 saves as the Maple Leafs snapped a two-game win streak and lost for the fourth time in six games (2-3-1).

    Toronto outshot Columbus 9-6 in the first period but trailed by two goals after 20 minutes.

    Sillinger gave the Blue Jackets a 1-0 lead 6:56 into game, taking a pass from Coyle inside the blue line, skating up on Primeau and beating the goalie with a forehand shot past the blocker. Coyle got his 300th career assist on the play.

    Werenski made it 2-0 with 8:44 remaining in the first as he fired a shot past Primeau on the glove side.

    The Maple Leafs then had an 18-7 advantage on shots in the second and fell further behind.

    Blais, in the lineup in place of William Nylander (lower body injury) after 10 games as a healthy scratch, got Toronto on the scoreboard at 2:43.

    However, the Blue Jackets scored three goals in an 8 1/2-minute stretch later in the period to pull away.

    Provorov put a backhander past Primeau at 8:33 to restore the two-goal lead. Sillinger got his second of the night with 6:36 remaining as he scored on a 2-on-1 with Coyle, and Fabbro made it 5-1 a little more than 3 1/2 minutes later as got a drop pass from Olivier and fired it past Primeau from inside the left circle.

    Olivier made it a four goal lead at 7:50 of the third, and Tavares and Robertson scored 2:25 apart late to pull the Maple Leafs to 6-3.

    Up next

    Maple Leafs: At Philadelphia on Saturday.

    Blue Jackets: Host St. Louis on Saturday.

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  • Halloween Forecast: Is it a trick or a treat?

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    A chill will be in the air across much of the country for this year’s Halloween trick-or-treaters. The good news is we will see mostly dry conditions in time, but a few spots could still see rain lingering into the night.

    What You Need To Know

    • Below-average temperatures are expected from the Plains to the East Coast

    • Most of the country should be dry around sunset

    • Rain and wind will linger in the Northeast


    Northeast

    For much of Halloween, it will be a wet and windy day across the Northeast. Thankfully, much of the rain will clear in time for trick-or-treaters by sunset with only a few showers across Upstate New York and the northern parts of New England.

    For those heading out, be sure to bring an extra layer and hold on to those witches’ hats! A gusty northwest wind will bring temperatures down into the 40s and 50s along the coast with even colder temperatures farther inland (30s) after sunset. Winds could even reach 30-40 mph at times closer to the coast.

    Southeast

    The forecast is a lot less frightening for the Southeast, which will see clear skies and no chance of rain. However, it will be cool with temperatures slipping into the 50s in areas as far south as Central Florida.


    Central U.S.

    Most of the Central U.S. will also see dry and cool weather Halloween evening. The only exception will be parts of the Northern Plains, where some scattered showers may continue.

    Temperatures will range from the 30s and 40s in the Northern Plains to the 50s and 60s across Texas and the Mid-South.


    West

    Dry weather is likely for almost the entire West with high pressure in control. The only region that may be wet will be the coastal parts of Washington, where another atmospheric river is expected to move onshore.

    It will also be cool in the Pacific Northwest with temperatures falling into the 40s and 50s. Milder weather is expected in the Southwest.


    Our team of meteorologists dives deep into the science of weather and breaks down timely weather data and information. To view more weather and climate stories, check out our weather blogs section.

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    Meteorologist Ian Cassette

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  • Carl Stokes Brigade announces endorsements for Nov 4, 2025 general election for Cleveland City Council, judges, etc…By Clevelandurbannews.com, Ohio’s Black digital news leader

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    Clevelandurbannews.com and Kathywraycolemanonlinenewsblog.com

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    CLEVELAND, Ohio-On Oct. 11, 2025, the Carl Stokes Brigade, a Cleveland grassroots activist group named for the late Carl B. Stokes, the first Black mayor of Cleveland and of a major American city,  held its endorsement proceedings and announced its slate of endorsed candidates for early voting and election day on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, as follows:

    • Elect Magistrate TJ Dow –  Cleveland Municipal Judge

    • Elect In Son J. Loving –   Cleveland Municipal Judge

    • Elect Nikki McGowan –     Cleveland Municipal Judge

    • Elect Cheryl Wiltshire –    Cleveland  Housing Court Judge

    • Elect Sandra Morgan –      East Cleveland Mayor

    • Elect – Shirley Merritt –       Maple Heights City Council, Ward 5, District 5

    • Elect Mohammad Faraj –   Cleveland City Council  (New) Ward 7

    • Elect Ras A. Olugbenga –    Cleveland City Council, Ward 3 ( Write In Candidate)

    • Re-Elect Joe Jones –         Cleveland City Councilmember, Ward 1

    • Re-Elect Kevin Conwell  – Cleveland City Councilmember, Ward 9

    • Elect Michael Polensek – Cleveland City Councilmember, 10

    • Re-Elect – Danielle M. Turner Birch –  Bedford City School District Board of  Education (OH

    Candidates were required to attend the Oct. 11 endorsement meeting to be considered for an endorsement. Voting is a fundamental right and a powerful tool for change. The Carl Stokes Brigade urges every eligible voter to vote

    By Delores Gray Ford, President, Carl Stokes Brigade

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  • Officials urge caution when supporting Hurricane Melissa victims

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    OHIO — As Hurricane Melissa makes landfall onto Cuba, devastation follows in Jamaica and the Caribbean. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Officials are urging Ohio donors to check their donations and ensure they give wisely

    • In 2024, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center received more than 4,500 complaints for approximately $96 million in losses

    • According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), imposter scam reports in Ohio increased by nearly 47%

    Officials are urging Ohio donors to check their donations and ensure they give wisely to those in need and not people looking to take advantage of the situation.

    “Natural disaster responses always bring out the best in people who want to help, but sadly, these situations are often times exploited by fraudsters looking to take advantage of others’ generosity for their own personal benefit,” Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Financial Institutions Superintendent Kevin Allard said. “Before you contribute to a cause, it is critical to verify where your donations are going to ensure they get to the people and organizations who really need them.”

    Allard said charities should always be vetted to confirm funds reach legitimate relief efforts. 

    In 2024, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center received more than 4,500 complaints for approximately $96 million in losses involving fraudulent charities, crowdfunding accounts and disaster relief campaigns. 

    According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), imposter scam reports in Ohio increased by nearly 47% when compared to the same period in 2024.

    FTC also shared other tips for navigating donations, including:

    • Donate to trusted charities: Only donate to charities with a proven track record in handling disaster relief. Individuals should be cautious of unsolicited requests for donations
    • Conduct research: Always verify an organization’s charitable reputation by conducting an online search, and consider using resources like the BBB’s Wise Giving Alliance or Charity Watch
    • Crowdfunding caution: Exercise caution when donating to individuals on crowdfunding sites. If you do, make sure it’s someone you personally know and trust
    • Secure payment methods: Avoid making donations via cash, gift cards, wiring money, services such as Venmo, or cryptocurrency. By making donations via credit cards, Ohioans can stay better protected from fraud
    • Verify text donations: Before making a donation via text, be sure to confirm the charity’s number on its website to ensure it is valid

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  • Ohio Dept. of Natural Resources unveils America 250 celebrations

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    OHIO — America is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence next year, and across the country celebrations are being planned for the nation. 

    What You Need To Know

    • The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has shared its schedule of events

    • The department has planned more than 50 events throughout the year

    • The first event begins in January

    Within Ohio, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has shared its schedule of events to commemorate the anniversary.

    “ODNR is absolutely thrilled to be hosting a variety of events across our state to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our great nation,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “We invite visitors to join us on hikes, history tours, open houses, and so much more that will immerse people in nature while celebrating America’s history.”

    The department has planned more than 50 events throughout the year open to the public. 

    Events kick off at the start of 2026 and include: 

    “Jan. 2026:

    • Annual Winter Hike at Hocking Hills State Park: Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026

    Feb. 2026

    • Annual Winter Hike at Clifton Gorge State Park: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026

    March 2026

    • Scavenger Hunt at Indian Lake State Park: Saturday, March 7, 2026
    • Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve Wildflower Ramble: Saturday, March 21, 2026
    • St. Marys State Fish Hatchery Open House: Saturday, March 28, 2026

    April 2026

    • Steve Newman Audio Trail Opening at East Fork State Park: Wednesday, April 1,2026
    • Hebron State Fish Hatchery Open House: Saturday, April 4, 2026
    • Senecaville State Fish Hatchery Open House: Saturday, April 4, 2026
    • Castalia State Fish Hatchery Open House: Saturday, April 4, 2026
    • Floating Through History with the Goodyear Blimp at Wingfoot State Park: Saturday, April 4, 2026
    • America 250 Legacy Tree Celebration at Johnson Woods: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
    • Kincaid Fish Hatchery Open House: Saturday, April 18, 2026
    • America 250 Cemetery Tour at Salt Fork State Park: Saturday, April 18, 2026
    • London State Fish Hatchery Open House: Saturday, April 25, 2026
    • Lock Fest at Lake White: Saturday, April 25, 2026
    • America 250 Lighthouses of Lake Erie: Saturday, April 25, 2026
    • 250,000th Girl Scout Tree Planting: Saturday, April 25, 2026

    May 2026

    • Heart of it All Jamboree at Salt Fork State Park: Friday, May 1, 2026 – Sunday, May 3, 2026 (Registration required)
    • Bird Ohio Day at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area: Friday, May 8, 2026 (Tentative date)
    • America 250 Arts at A.W. Marion State Park: Saturday, May 9, 2026
    • Birdwatching on the Lake at Buck Creek State Park: Saturday, May 23, 2026

    June 2026

    • Maumee Bay State Park BioBlitz: Monday, June 1, 2026
    • Great Council State Park Heritage Celebration: Saturday, June 6, 2026
    • Indian Lake State Park BioBlitz: Saturday, June 6, 2026
    • Furnace to Forest Hike at Lake Hope State Park: Saturday, June 6, 2026
    • Van Buren State Park BioBlitz: Thursday, June 11, 2026
    • Cranberry Bog Biennial Open House: Friday, June 12, 2026
    • Ohio Geology Discovery Day at Horace R. Collins Laboratory at Alum Creek State Park: Saturday, June 13, 2026
    • Freedom in Nature: Wildlife & Heritage Walk at Alum Creek State Park: Saturday, June 13, 2026
    • America 250 Kayak Cruisin’ at Madison Lake State Park: Sunday, June 14, 2026
    • America 250 Legacy Tree Celebration at Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum: Thursday, June 18,2026
    • Movie at the Beach at Indian Lake State Park: Saturday, June 20, 2026
    • Naturalist-Led BioBlitz Bonanza at Alum Creek State Park: Saturday, June 20, 2026
    • Appalachian Music Festival at Pike Lake State Park: Saturday, June 20, 2026

    July 2026

    • A Patriotic Fourth at Marblehead Lighthouse State Park: Saturday, July 4, 2026
    • 4th of July Fireworks at Indian Lake State Park: Saturday, July 4, 2026
    • Maples & Manuscripts at Dillon State Park: Thursday, July 9, 2026
    • Learning Adventures: Based on the Book at Dillon State Park: Saturday, July 11, 2026
    • Food Truck Picnic at Indian Lake State Park: Saturday, July 11, 2026
    • America 250 Deer Creek Beach Bash: Sunday, July 12, 2026

    Aug. 2026

    • Meteor Shower Campout at Caesar Creek State Park: Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026
    • A Walk Through History at Independence Dam State Park: Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026

    Sept. 2026

    • America 250 Legacy Tree Celebration at Goll Woods State Nature Preserve: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026
    • Pickleball Tournament at Indian Lake State Park: Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
    • America 250 Historical Firearms Demonstration and Education Open House at Delaware Shooting Range: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026
    • Dr. E. Lucy Braun Lookout Trail Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Shawnee State Park: Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026

    Oct. 2026

    • Celestial Stories of the Underground Railroad at Caesar Creek State Park: Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
    • Hollywood Returns to Malabar Farm State Park Movie Event: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
    • Native Edible Plants Hike at Indian Lake State Park: Saturday, Oct.10, 2026
    • Grandma Gatewood Fall Colors Hike at Hocking Hills State Park: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
    • Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve Annual Fall Open House: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026

    Nov. 2026

    • Trail of Heroes Dedication at Cowan Lake State Park: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
    • Letters Home Trail Opening at Mohican State Forest: Date to be announced”

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  • Dayton RTA partner with city to open downtown police substation

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    DAYTON, Ohio — Dayton officials are taking steps to enhance downtown safety through the installation of a temporary police substation in a vacant RTA-owned property. 

    This temporary substation, located at Third and Main Streets, is next to the RTA Wright Stop Transit Center. 

    What You Need To Know

    • This substation is next to the RTA Wright Stop Transit Center

    • The city continues to pursue a permanent downtown police station at Fourth and St. Clair Streets

    • Officials said operations are expected to be in place by March 2026

    The Dayton Police Department’s Central Business District (CBD) substation comes to fruition as the city continues to pursue a permanent downtown police station at Fourth and St. Clair Streets. 

    “Maintaining a safe and welcoming downtown is a top priority for our city,” said Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims, Jr. “The CBD has not had a patrol district office located downtown since 2012, and this substation is a key step in ensuring officers are highly visible and accessible.”

    Officials said operations are expected to be in place by March 2026, but this effort helps provide an immediate elevated police presence downtown. 

    “RTA has a strong history of partnering with others on various community projects and initiatives,” said RTA CEO Robert Ruzinsky. “And this project will enhance an already growing and developing downtown.”

    Through the new station, police will be in a visible, accessible and strategically located base for officers. 

    “This substation is a practical solution that allows us to maintain a strong police presence downtown today, while planning and building the permanent station for the future,” said City Manager Shelley Dickstein. “Partnering with RTA puts officers in a central, high-traffic location, giving them the tools and proximity they need to serve the community effectively—with minimal cost to Dayton taxpayers.”

    The permanent CBD police station is expected to break ground in 2027 and open fully in late 2029.

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  • Ohio metros ranked amongst rattiest cities

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    OHIO — Orkin has released its annual Top 50 Rattiest Cities List for 2025, ranking major metros across the country for their rodent populations. 

    What You Need To Know

    • While no Ohio city was ranked in the top 10, several improved their rankings from last year

    • Cleveland ranked No. 11, dropping from its No. 10 spot

    • Columbus was able to drop four spots to No. 21
    • Cincinnati moved up eight spots from its ranking last year, moving to No. 27

    While no Ohio city was ranked in the top 10, several improved their rankings from last year. 

    Cleveland ranked No. 11, dropping from its No. 10 spot last year. Meanwhile, Columbus was able to drop four spots to No. 21. However, Cincinnati moved up eight spots from its ranking last year, moving to No. 27. 

    Orkin determines the Rattiest Cities by tracking new rodent services in owner-occupied residences from Aug. 20, 2024, to Aug. 21, 2025. 

    “Rats and mice are more than a nuisance—they’re opportunists,” said Ian Williams, Orkin entomologist. “If there’s food, warmth and a way in, they’ll find it. And once inside, their constant chewing and rapid reproduction can quickly turn a small issue into a large, expensive one.”

    For the first time in 10 years, Chicago dropped from its No. 1 spot with Los Angeles taking the top ranking. Bumped from its top rating, Chicago moving to No. 2; followed by New York City at No. 3; San Francisco at No. 4 and Hartford, Conn. at No. 5.

    Orkin said the top five cities continue to be major metros that offer ample access to food and shelter, as rats are highly adaptive and are drawn to similar resources as humans: shelter, food and water. The company said rats thrive in moderate weather, which helps increase their chances of survival and supports ongoing population growth. 

    With cooler weather moving in, experts say rodents will continue to seek warm shelter and food sources, which can cause problems for homeowners. 

    Orkin recommends residents follow “GNAW,” an acronym for several prevention tips including:

    • Guard entry points by sealing cracks, holes and gaps
    • Never leave food unattended outside for pets or wildlife
    • Avoid clutter that could create nesting spots
    • Watch for signs like droppings, gnaw marks or rub marks, burrows or scampering noises

    For more information about rodent prevention, click here.

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  • Big Ten rivals trying to follow suit of OSU’s WR talent

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    COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State coach Ryan Day spoke definitively earlier this month about where he believes Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith ranks nationally.

    What You Need To Know

    • It’s not unusual for Ohio State to have multiple future NFL receivers on its roster

    • What’s notable this year is how the depth of receiving talent in the Big Ten isn’t limited to the Buckeyes

    • Seven of the top 19 Bowl Subdivision players in yards receiving per game are from the Big Ten

    “I don’t think it’s even close that Jeremiah Smith is the best offensive player in college football,” Day said then. “If it’s close, I’d like to know who it is.”

    Day appeared to soften his stance a couple of weeks later to make room for one more Ohio State receiver after Carnell Tate scored two touchdowns in the top-ranked Buckeyes’ 34-0 victory over Wisconsin, including a spectacular 33-yard grab between two defenders in which he hung onto the ball despite losing his helmet while landing.

    “He is playing himself to be a first-rounder and All-American,” Day said after that game. “He’s just a different style of player than Jeremiah but just as dangerous and just as good.”

    It’s not unusual for Ohio State to have multiple future NFL receivers on its roster. Five Ohio State receivers have been selected in the first round of the last four drafts: Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka.

    What’s notable this year is how the depth of receiving talent in the Big Ten isn’t limited to the Buckeyes.

    Seven of the top 19 Bowl Subdivision players in yards receiving per game are from the Big Ten. The Southeastern Conference, Atlantic Coast Conference and Big 12 each have only two receivers on that list.

    Smith, generally regarded as the best receiver in college football, isn’t draft eligible yet as a sophomore. The Big Ten still has three of the top five and four of the top 10 draft-eligible receivers in the rankings that ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. released earlier this month. Kiper had Southern California’s Makai Lemon first, Tate third, USC’s Ja’Kobi Lane fifth and Washington’s Denzel Boston 10th.

    “There’s more NFL talent maybe even in the wide receiver pool in the Big Ten than there is any other position, which I don’t know if you could have ever said that in the last 100 years,” Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell said.

    Seven Big Ten players are averaging at least 83.5 yards receiving per game, which would essentially equate to 1,000 yards over a 12-game regular season. As recently as 2017, the Big Ten had only one 1,000-yard receiver.

    “The old-school version of what the Big Ten was — just running the football and big, physical guys, and everything down south was about athleticism and speed — I think that everybody’s starting to realize that that’s not the case,” Fickell said. “I’m not saying that there’s more in the Big Ten than there is in the SEC, but I think that what we see and we have seen on a consistent basis is, it’s as good as you get.”

    And that’s produced plenty of headaches for defenses trying to stop these guys.

    “There’s never a break,” Michigan coach Sherrone Moore said. “If you decide to take a breath, you’re going to lose.”

    The easy explanation for this increase in receiving talent across the Big Ten is the addition of Oregon, USC, Washington and UCLA to the conference. USC leads the nation and Washington ranks 26th in passing yards per game. Oregon annually has one of the nation’s most dynamic offenses.

    Conference expansion resulted in an end to divisional play. Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt, who played tight end at Michigan from 2013-16, says that also has contributed to the change in style.

    “When it was the East and the West, you think about the teams that consistently would win the West,” Butt said. “It was Iowa. It was Wisconsin. What that incentivized programs to do was win by playing great defense, running the football, playing ball control, winning on special teams.”

    Butt said those old West Division schools have needed to diversify to adapt to the arrival of the former Pac-12 schools plus the improved coaching across the league.

    “You used to be able to say you could have a successful season in the Big Ten West, and you would never need to throw the ball,” Butt said. “You could have a successful season just by running the ball. Now because of the competition conference-wide, all these teams have been forced to adapt.”

    That adaptation takes time.

    Of the seven Big Ten receivers on pace for 1,000-yard seasons, the only one from a former West Division school is Illinois’ Hank Beatty (averaging 86.3 yards per game). The others are Lemon (108.3), Rutgers teammates KJ Duff (95.1) and Ian Strong (90.5), Smith (86.0), Tate (83.9) and Boston (83.5).

    One noteworthy aspect of this year’s surge in receiving depth is the number of Big Ten schools with multiple productive wideouts. Rutgers has Duff and Strong. USC’s Lemon and Lane are both likely early-round draft picks. No. 2 Indiana’s Elijah Sarratt has 10 touchdown catches to lead all FBS players, while teammate Omar Cooper Jr. has seven.

    “It allows us to go out there and play more free, knowing you can’t double-team one person because we’ve got more weapons than you can hold,” Cooper said.

    But all these teams ultimately are playing catch-up to Ohio State, which could make a case it has the two best receivers in all of college football.

    Smith and Tate are so good that they’ve boosted the Heisman Trophy chances of Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin, who has capitalized on the opportunity to throw to these future NFL receivers.

    “We’ve got two guys who, when it’s one-on-one and you’re looking both sides, I have full confidence that both these guys are going to go score a touchdown for us,” Sayin said.

    The depth of receiving talent across the Big Ten has plenty of its quarterbacks feeling confident each Saturday.

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  • What to expect in Cincinnati on Election Day

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    CINCINNATI — Cincinnati’s mayor seeks a second term in a municipal election next week against a challenger with notable family ties.

    What You Need To Know

    • Mayor Aftab Pureval, a Democrat, is running against Republican Cory Bowman in this Democratic stronghold on Nov. 4

    • Pureval finished far ahead of Bowman in the May 6 primary, with about 83% of the vote

    • Pureval was first elected in 2021 with about 66% of the vote over fellow Democrat David Mann

    Mayor Aftab Pureval, a Democrat, is running against Republican Cory Bowman in this Democratic stronghold on Nov. 4. Bowman is a pastor, cafe owner and the half brother of Vice President JD Vance.

    Pureval finished far ahead of Bowman in the May 6 primary, with about 83% of the vote. Bowman placed a distant second with about 13% of the vote, enough to secure a spot on the ballot. The Cincinnati mayor’s office is a nonpartisan position, so all candidates competed on the same ballot in the primary, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the November general election.

    The election in Ohio’s third-most-populous city takes place against the backdrop of an unprecedented level of federal intervention in big American cities by the Trump administration in the name of fighting crime and illegal immigration, over the objections of the cities’ Democratic leaders. Crime was a major topic in the mayoral campaign in August following a brawl downtown that was shared widely on social media.

    Pureval was first elected in 2021 with about 66% of the vote over fellow Democrat David Mann, a former mayor and U.S. Representative.

    Democrats have long held a lopsided advantage in Cincinnati elections. Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris carried the city in the 2024 presidential election with about 75% of the vote, compared to about 22% for Republican Donald Trump.

    Trump was the top vote-getter in only one of the city’s 26 wards. He carried four of the city’s 190 precincts, all of them located along the Ohio River on opposite ends of the city. Bowman held two of these precincts in the May primary – in Sayler Park and California – the only places where he outperformed Pureval.

    Turnout tends to be relatively low in off-year Ohio elections. A recent exception was in 2023, when a pair of ballot measures motivated voters on both sides of the abortion debate to head to the polls.

    The Associated Press does not make projections and will declare a winner only when it’s determined there is no scenario that would allow the trailing candidates to close the gap. If a race has not been called, the AP will continue to cover any newsworthy developments, such as candidate concessions or declarations of victory. In doing so, the AP will make clear that it has not yet declared a winner and explain why.

    Recounts in Ohio are automatic if the margin is less than 0.25% of the total vote in statewide races or 0.5% in district races. The AP may declare a winner in a race that is eligible for a recount if it can determine the lead is too large for a recount or legal challenge to change the outcome.

    Here’s a look at what to expect on Nov. 4:

    When do polls close?

    Polls close at 7:30 p.m. ET.

    What’s on the ballot?

    The AP will provide vote results and declare a winner in the Cincinnati mayoral race. Other local contests in Cincinnati and across the state will also be held Nov. 4, but only the Cincinnati mayoral race will be part of the AP’s vote tabulation.

    Who gets to vote?

    Voters registered in the city of Cincinnati may participate in the mayoral general election.

    What do turnout and advance vote look like?

    There were more than 221,000 registered voters in Cincinnati as of the May 6 primary. Turnout in the primary was about 10% of registered voters. About 17% of the vote was cast before primary day.

    In the 2021 mayoral general election, turnout was about 24% of registered voters. One quarter of the vote was cast before Election Day.

    As of Thursday, about 4,900 ballots had been cast in Hamilton County before Election Day.

    How long does vote counting usually take?

    In the May 6 primary, the AP first reported results in the mayoral race at 7:53 p.m. ET, or 23 minutes after polls closed. The last update of the night was at 10:24 p.m. ET with nearly 99% of the total vote counted.

    In the 2024 presidential election, the first results the AP reported in Hamilton County were available at 7:57 p.m. ET. Tabulation stopped for the night at 11:54 p.m. ET with about 96% of total votes counted.

    Are we there yet?

    As of Nov. 4, there will be 364 days until the 2026 midterm elections and 1,099 days until the 2028 general election.

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  • Cleveland Cavaliers defeat Detroit Pistons, winning 3 straight games since losing the 1st game of the regular season…By Clevelandurbannews.com, Ohio’s Black digital news leader

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    CLEVELAND, Ohio– Led by head coach Kenny Atkinson, the Cleveland Cavaliers trounced the Detroit Pistons and their coach, JB Bickerstaff, 115-94, Monday night at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Cavs guard Donovan “Spida” Mitchell was the team’s lead scorer, finishing with 35 points.

    NBA Monday night basketball is presented by Peacock.

    With four games in thus far, the Cavs have won three straight games and are now 3-1 and sixth in the Eastern Conference. They lost only their first game, against the New York Nicks, earlier this month.

    At the onset of the third quarter on Monday against the Pistons, all five Cavs starters —Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, Sam Merrill, and Jaylan Tyson —were in double digits, and by the fourth quarter, the Cavs were up 90-66, a 24-point lead. They led by as much as 35 points during the second half.

    By all standards, the game was a blowout.

    The Cavaliers are hoping for an NBA playoffs comeback this season, after losing Game 5 of Round 2 of the 2025 Eastern Conference playoffs against the Indiana Pacers, a best-of-seven-games series that put to rest their quest to win the 2025 Conference Finals and, ultimately, the NBA Finals.

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  • Trump Urged GOP-Led States to Redraw US House Districts. Now Other States Also Are Gerrymandering

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    President Donald Trump’s call for Republicans to redraw U.S. House districts ahead of next year’s election has triggered an unusual outbreak of mid-decade gerrymandering among both Republican- and Democratic-led state legislatures.

    Democrats need to gain just three seats to wrest control of the House away from Republicans. And Trump hopes redistricting can help stave off historical trends, in which the president’s party typically loses seats in midterm elections.

    Here’s what states are doing:


    States that passed new US House maps

    Texas — The first state to take up congressional redistricting at Trump’s prodding. Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed a new U.S. House map into law on Aug. 29 that could help Republicans win five additional seats in next year’s election. Republican currently hold 25 of the 38 seats. The new map faces a legal challenge.

    California — The first Democratic-led state to counter Trump’s redistricting push. A new U.S. House map passed by the state Legislature would circumvent districts adopted by an independent citizens commission after the 2020 census and replace them with districts that could help Democrats win five additional seats. Democrats currently hold 43 of the 52 seats. The plan needs voter approval in a Nov. 4 election.

    Missouri — The second Republican-led state to approve new House districts sought by Trump. Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe signed a new map into law Sept. 28 that could help Republicans win an additional seat by reshaping a Democratic-held district in Kansas City. Republicans currently hold six of the eight seats. Opponents are pursuing an initiative petition that could force a statewide referendum on the map and also have filed several lawsuits.

    North Carolina — The third Republican-led state to approve new House districts sought by Trump. The Republican-led General Assembly gave final approval Wednesday to district changes that could help Republicans win an additional seat by reshaping a Democratic-held district in eastern North Carolina. No gubernatorial approval is needed. Republicans currently hold 10 of the 14 seats. The revised map faces a legal challenge.

    Utah — The Republican-led Legislature approved revised House districts Oct. 6 after a judge struck down the districts adopted after the 2020 census because lawmakers had circumvented an independent redistricting commission established by voters. The revised map, which still needs court approval, could make some seats more competitive for Democrats. Republicans currently hold all four seats.


    States taking steps toward congressional redistricting

    Virginia — The Democratic-led General Assembly is meeting in a special session as a first step toward redrawing U.S. House districts. Democrats currently hold six of the 11 districts under a map imposed by a court in 2021 after a bipartisan commission failed to agree on a plan. A proposed constitutional amendment would need to be approved by lawmakers in two separate sessions and then placed on the statewide ballot.

    Louisiana — The Republican-led Legislature is meeting in a special session to push back next year’s primary election by a month. The change would give lawmakers extra time to redraw U.S. House districts in case the Supreme Court overturns the state’s current congressional map. Republicans currently hold four of the six seats.

    Ohio — Officials in the Republican-led state are meeting to redraw House districts before next year’s election. They are required to do so by the state constitution because Republicans adopted districts without sufficient bipartisan support after the 2020 census. Republicans currently hold 10 of the 15 seats.

    Kansas — Republican lawmakers are gathering petition signatures from colleagues to try to call themselves into special session on congressional redistricting. Republicans currently hold three of the four seats.


    States considering mid-decade redistricting

    Colorado — Democratic Attorney General Phil Weiser, a gubernatorial candidate, has expressed support for a constitutional amendment to allow mid-decade redistricting in response to Republican efforts elsewhere. The measure would need to go on a statewide ballot. Democrats and Republicans each currently hold four seats.

    Florida — Republican state House Speaker Daniel Perez has created a special committee on congressional redistricting. Republicans currently hold 20 of the state’s 28 seats.

    Illinois — U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has urged Democratic state lawmakers to redraw Illinois’ congressional districts. Democrats currently hold 14 of the 17 seats.

    Maryland — Democratic state lawmakers have proposed congressional redistricting legislation for next year’s session. Democrats currently hold seven of the eight seats.

    New York — Democratic state lawmakers have filed a proposed constitutional amendment to allow mid-decade redistricting. The measure would need to be approved by the Legislature in two separate sessions and then placed on the statewide ballot. Democrats currently hold 19 of the 26 seats.

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  • Defensive issues hurt Bengals once again in loss to Jets

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    CINCINNATI — All those good vibes that Joe Flacco brought to Cincinnati were wiped out by one of the worst defensive performances in franchise history.

    It was that bad.

    What You Need To Know

    • The Bengals lost to the Jets on Sunday, which was previously a winless team

    • While the Bengals got off to a strong start this season, the team has gotten plagued injuries

    • Next up, the Bengals take on the Bears

    In position for a momentum-building victory, the Bengals crashed. They surrendered 23 points in the fourth quarter of a wild 39-38 loss to the lowly New York Jets on Sunday.

    “The offense scored enough and the defense, we should have lived up to it,” cornerback DJ Turner II said. “This is not about what they did, it’s about what we did. We have to finish the game out, play better defense.”

    Cincinnati got off to a 2-0 start this season, but Joe Burrow got hurt in the second game. Cincinnati acquired Flacco in a trade with Cleveland during a four-game slide, and the 40-year-old quarterback passed for 342 yards and three touchdowns in a 33-31 win over Pittsburgh on Oct. 16.

    With Flacco stabilizing the QB position, the Bengals (3-5) had an opportunity to turn their season around — with home games against the previously winless Jets and roller-coaster Chicago Bears before their bye week. But they were hurt by their ongoing defensive issues once again.

    “As a whole — as a defense — everyone has got to step up and play better,” safety Geno Stone said. “You can’t just single out one person because we’re on the field together. We just have to be better next week.”

    The defensive performance against New York was particularly alarming, even for a Cincinnati team that allowed at least 27 points in its previous six games.

    The Jets played without receiver Garrett Wilson because of a knee injury. They managed a total of 17 points and 302 yards in the previous two games combined. They hadn’t scored a first-half touchdown since Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

    But they shredded Cincinnati’s defense for 254 yards rushing and 502 yards overall. The Bengals had a 38-24 lead in the fourth quarter, but they couldn’t stop the Jets in the final minutes.

    “This is one that we had right in our grasp, and that’s the disappointing part about it,” coach Zac Taylor said. “We were right there, we had this. … We let it get away from us. It’s frustrating.”

    What’s working

    The run game. Cincinnati averaged 56.7 yards rushing over its first six games this season. But it has been much better in the past two weeks.

    The Bengals rushed for 142 yards in their win against the Steelers, then gained a season-high 181 yards on the ground against the Jets.

    “I thought our guys up front were doing a great job,” Taylor said after the loss to New York. “I thought the backs were running really well, breaking tackles.”

    What needs help

    The pass rush. One of the biggest problems for Cincinnati’s defense is its missing pass rush. It hasn’t registered a sack since its 27-18 loss at Green Bay on Oct. 12. It had two quarterback hits against Pittsburgh and just one against New York.

    Stock up

    Samaje Perine scored his first touchdown of the season on a 32-yard run in the third quarter. The veteran running back set season highs with nine carries for 94 yards. He entered with 99 yards on 22 carries on the year.

    Stock down

    Andrei Iosivas set career highs with 36 receptions for 479 yards and six touchdowns in his second year with Cincinnati, but this season has been a disaster so far.

    The 26-year-old Iosivas was shut out against the Jets. He has just 11 receptions for 170 yards and no TDs.

    Injuries

    All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson returned to the lineup after he missed the victory over Pittsburgh. But he aggravated his hip injury in the final seconds of the first half against New York. He hobbled off the field, then spiked his helmet when he reached the sideline.

    Key numbers

    8 — Tee Higgins has scored a touchdown in eight consecutive home games. The lanky receiver had a 44-yard TD catch against New York, but that was his only reception of the afternoon.

    12 — Ja’Marr Chase had 12 catches for 91 yards in his third consecutive game with double-digit receptions. He has 64 targets in the last four games.

    What’s next

    Cincinnati hosts Chicago on Sunday. The Bears had won four in a row before their 30-16 loss at Baltimore.

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  • Cuyahoga Co. Public Library, Greater Cleveland Food Bank partnership continues

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    CLEVELAND — With the U.S. Department of Agriculture posting notice that federal food aid will not go out Nov. 1 amid the government shutdown, many families are looking for other resources to help their homes. 

    The notice comes after the Trump administration said it would not tap roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly referred to as SNAP, flowing into November. That program helps about 1 in 8 Americans buy groceries.

    During the first week of November in northeast Ohio, the Cuyahoga County Public Library is distributing free food to those in need through its partnership with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. 

    The food will be given on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last with the weather permitting. 

    Upcoming dates and branches include:

    For more information, click here.

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  • Woman who stabbed, killed 3-year-old sentenced to life in prison

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    CLEVELAND — A woman was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for stabbing and killing a 3-year-old and stabbing his mother at Giant Eagle last fall. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Bionca Ellis, 34, stole two knives from the Volunteers of America Thrift Store next to Giant Eagle near Lorain Road and Dover Center Road on June 3, before she walked next door to the Giant Eagle

    • Ellis continued to follow the victim and her child to their vehicle and immediately stabbed the 3-year-old, who was sitting in the shopping cart, multiple times

    • Ellis was found guilty on Oct. 15

    “In my years as prosecutor, I have seen unimaginable acts of violence — but this is among the most heartbreaking,” said Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael C. O’Malley. “Bionca Ellis’s horrific actions warrant nothing less than life without parole. My thoughts and prayers remain with Julian Wood’s family as they continue to grieve this unimaginable loss.” 

    Ellis, 34, stole two knives from the Volunteers of America Thrift Store next to Giant Eagle near Lorain Road and Dover Center Road on June 3, before she walked next door to the Giant Eagle. As Ellis entered the Giant Eagle, she spotted the 37-year-old victim and her 3-year-old child, Julian Wood, in the store and followed them. After the victim paid for her groceries and walked towards the exit, Ellis followed the victim and her son into the parking lot. She continued to follow them to their vehicle and immediately stabbed the 3-year-old, who was sitting in the shopping cart, multiple times. His mother attempted to pull him out and was also stabbed. Several people called the police and reported the stabbing.

    The North Olmsted Police Department (NOPD) arrived at the scene and located Ellis walking toward Dover Center Road with a knife in her hand. She was arrested at the scene without incident. North Olmsted Police officers and EMS began providing life-saving aid to Julian Wood. Julian Wood and his mother were transported to a nearby hospital. Julian Wood was later pronounced dead. His mother was treated for her injuries.  

    Ellis was found guilty on Oct. 15 on the following charges:

    • One count of aggravated murder
    • Two counts of murder
    • Two counts of attempted murder
    • Two counts of felonious assault
    • One count of endangering children
    • One count of misdemeanor theft

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  • Patriots beat Browns 32-13

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    CLEVELAND — New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel wanted to add energy in Gillette Stadium after watching his team lose two of its first three games at home to open the season.

    What You Need To Know

    • Drake Maye threw three second-half touchdown passes to help the Patriots erase an early deficit and roll to their fifth straight victory

    • Browns star edge rusher Myles Garrett finished with a franchise-record and career-high five sacks

    • The loss extended Cleveland’s road losing streak to 12 games

    He did it by bringing back individual pregame introductions for the first time since 2001. It might have been exactly the boost New England needed.

    Drake Maye threw three second-half touchdown passes to help the Patriots erase an early deficit and roll to their fifth straight victory, 32-13 over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

    “The crib was rocking,” safety Jaylinn Hawkins said. “It was loud out there.”

    Hawkins and linebacker Robert Spillane both added interceptions for New England (6-2), which has won six straight over Cleveland and 11 of the past 13 meetings since 1999.

    Maye finished 18 of 24 for 282 yards and an interception. Hunter Henry, Stefon Diggs and Kayshon Boutte all had TD catches.

    “It’s really cool to really see a difference from last year,” Maye said of getting back to .500 at home. “It’s been a journey. They’ve been through it. The fans have been through it the last couple of years. So it’s just a credit to them.”

    It came on a day where Browns star edge rusher Myles Garrett finished with a franchise-record and career-high five sacks, raising his season total to 10.

    The loss extended Cleveland’s road losing streak to 12 games. The Browns (2-6) haven’t won away from home since Week 2 of last season against Jacksonville.

    A week after earning his first victory as an NFL starter, Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel was 21 of 35 for 156 yards, with two touchdowns and the two picks.

    “It starts with me. We’ve got to be better,” Gabriel said.

    Coach Kevin Stefanski said Gabriel will remain the starter for now.

    “With a young quarterback, you understand that there’s going to be ups and downs,” he said.

    Cleveland hasn’t won in six trips to the Patriots’ current home since it opened in 2002 and now has an eight-game skid in Foxborough.

    The Patriots took a 9-7 lead into halftime but had all kinds of trouble with Garrett early on.

    Garrett dropped Maye for a third-and-goal sack on the Patriots’ opening drive of the game and forced them to settle for a field goal.

    On the ensuing drive, Gabriel connected with Harold Fannin Jr. for an 18-yard touchdown pass, capping a six-play, 70-yard drive. The score was set up by a 31-yard run by receiver Malachi Corley.

    It was the sixth time in eight games that a Patriots opponent has scored on its opening drive this season.

    Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger had his first career INT early in the second quarter. But the Browns failed to get points out of it when Andre Szmyt’s 47-yard field-goal attempt missed wide left.

    New England was threatening again and had third down on the Browns 7 when Garrett sacked Maye again, forcing the Patriots’ second field goal of the game.

    Later, Garrett sacked Maye for the third time, stripping him of the ball with a minute to play in the half. The ball was recovered by left guard Jared Wilson, however, helping New England salvage a third field goal as time expired.

    Sack man

    With his performance, Garrett became the third player in NFL history to have 10 or more sacks in eight consecutive seasons, joining Hall of Famers Reggie White (nine from 1985-93) and John Randle (nine from 1992-99). It is the third four-sack game in Browns history. Andra Davis also had four in a 2003 game against the Chiefs. The three-sack first half was the third of Garrett’s career.

    Trickery

    The Patriots used a gadget play on their opening drive of the third quarter to set up their first touchdown.

    With a first down on the Browns 38, Maye pitched to Rhamondre Stevenson, who threw it back to Maye. Maye tossed it ahead to receiver Mack Hollins for 19-yard gain.

    Three plays later, Maye connected with Henry on a 7-yard TD pass as the Patriots extended their lead to 16-7.

    Injuries

    Browns: CB Tyson Campbell jogged off the field after taking a hit to the head on a play in the third quarter, was evaluated for a concussion and did not return. RB Quinshon Judkins also left the game with a shoulder injury in the third quarter and was ruled out. S Rayshawn Jenkins left with a groin injury. LB Carson Schwesinger left with an ankle issue.

    Patriots: DL Khyiris Tonga left in the second half with a knee injury and was ruled out.

    Up next

    Browns: Have a bye next week. They visit the Jets on Nov. 9.

    Patriots: Host Atlanta next Sunday.

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