News 5 Cleveland
Browns name Shedeur Sanders starter vs. Saints
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- Browns name Shedeur Sanders starter vs. Saints
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- 1:56
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
- Description
- The Cleveland Browns have named Shedeur Sanders their starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. Deshaun Watson returned to practice Friday in a limited capacity but remains in concussion protocol.
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- Fire Tears Through East Cleveland Building
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- Vacant East Cleveland building burns again; mayor vows demolition
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- A vacant East Cleveland building on Euclid Avenue caught fire for the second time in weeks. Mayor Sandra Morgan says it is a danger to the community and plans an emergency demolition order.
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- Cleveland is using AI to flag property problems and fight blight
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- Cleveland is piloting a city AI program with a car equipped to detect property problems like illegal dumping and collapsing porches, improving blight monitoring efficiency.
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- TRANSFORMATION OF AKRON FIRE STATION
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- Developers plan to transform Fire Station12 into a new neighborhood Destination.
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- Connecting at center court ahead of the Cavs game
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- A group of kids and their families enjoyed a special day at Rocket Arena on Friday with renowned NBA shooting coach Dave Hopla as part of the Pop Life Youth Initiative.
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- Ohio Democrats Reveal Strategy Behind Congressional Map Deal
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Ohio Democratic leaders reveal what they say was a strategy involving the staged appearance of potential national party support helped bring Republicans back to the negotiating table over the state's 2025 congressional map.
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- Women's Soccer Expansion in Lorain County and Northeast Ohio
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 14 hours ago
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- Lorain County Leviathan announces a new women's soccer team to begin play at Forefront Field by 2027, joining a growing movement supporting women's sports in Northeast Ohio.
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- Connecting at center court ahead of the Cavs game
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- The Pop Life Youth Initiative brought kids and families to Rocket Arena for mentorship and basketball activities with renowned NBA shooting coach Dave Hopla before the Cavs game.
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- Akron Awards Youth Sports Wellness Grants to 50 Organizations
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 17 hours ago
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- The City of Akron is providing $2,000 grants to 50 youth organizations to support sports wellness and violence prevention programs. Some organizations use these grants for programs in sports, wellness, leadership, and violence prevention.
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- Akron awards $100,000 in grants to support youth programs and violence prevention
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 17 hours ago
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- Fifty Akron organizations receive $2,000 each to support sports, mentorship, life-skills, and violence-prevention efforts for young people.
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- News 5 Cleveland Latest Headlines and Weather: Friday, Nov. 6, 2026
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- 5:51
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- Today's roundup includes chilly weather with lake effect rain, updates on high school football playoffs as Salem prepares to face University School following a court ruling that removed Glenville from the postseason, funeral arrangements for a fallen North Royalton firefighter, system outages at University Hospitals limiting some services, and Akron's proposed sewer project changes.
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- What Democrats' Victory Means for Congress Leadership
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- As Democrats take majority in Congress, key leadership positions may shift, influencing policy direction in Washington.
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- Affordable Holiday Toys That Delight Kids in Cleveland
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- As holiday shopping begins, parents in Cleveland are finding popular toys and games that fit tight budgets without disappointing kids this Christmas.
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- Dog Walking Weather Forecast For Cleveland, OH on Nov 6
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Check out the dog walking weather forecast for Cleveland, Ohio on November 6 with cooler temperatures and some rain expected.
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- UH Patients Face Longer Phone Waits
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- 3:38
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Patients at University Hospitals are facing longer phone wait times due to a cybersecurity incident that has disrupted digital services, including online scheduling and MyChart, for over two weeks. The incident has forced more patients to call by phone to schedule appointments, communicate with doctors, and access other services, resulting in reported wait times of 20 to 30 minutes. University Hospitals says it is aware of the situation and is working to get more people to handle the increased call volume. All hospitals, emergency departments, and doctors' offices remain open and fully operational, and most appointments and procedures are continuing as scheduled.
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- Cleveland Finance Manager Demoted for Policy Violations After Investigation
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A Cleveland finance manager was demoted following an investigation that found he viewed pornography at work and misused city resources, including unauthorized use of a city credit card.
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- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine rejects idea of limiting Dr. Amy Acton's powers
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is rejecting proposals to limit the powers of the governor ahead of Dr. Amy Acton taking over in January.
Now that the Democrats have flipped nearly every statewide office and broken the veto-proof majority in the Ohio House, some Republican lawmakers and lobbyists have told me they would push to reduce the new executives' roles.
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- Browns DE Jared Verse Reflects on Early Season Struggles
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- 1:24
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Browns defensive end Jared Verse expresses disappointment in his current season stats while preparing for the upcoming game against the Saints.
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- Pickle in the Land '26: Largest Pickleball Tournament in the Midwest Comes to Cleveland
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Cleveland hosts Pickle in the Land '26, the largest pickleball tournament in the Midwest happening in Cleveland with the youngest registered competitor aged 11 and the oldest registered competitor aged 82 with a $6,400 purse at stake in the 4-day tournament.
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- Midwest's Largest Pickleball Tournament Returns to Cleveland
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Midwest's largest pickleball tournament is underway in Cleveland for its fourth year, featuring over 450 players from across the U.S. and abroad.
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- Cleveland Vintage Shop Break-In Leaves Owner Facing $2,000 Recovery Cost
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A vintage shop on West 25th in Cleveland was broken into, with thieves stealing cash and merchandise. The owner is seeking community support to recover from this incident.
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- Cleveland Hopkins Airport Reveals $1.6B Makeover Plans
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- 3:09
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is planning a $1.6 billion modernization, with a new terminal, expanded parking and improved access expected by 2032.
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- Glenville HS Remains Out of Ohio Football Playoffs After Appeals Court Ruling
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- An Ohio appeals court granted a stay that allows Glenville High School's removal from the state football playoffs to remain in effect amid eligibility disputes involving Glenville football players who attend Ginn Academy. University School will face Salem City Schools in the affected playoff spot.
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- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Opposes Limiting Powers Before Amy Acton's Term
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says he will not support proposals to reduce the governor's powers before Dr. Amy Acton takes office in January. Democrats gained legislative seats, breaking the Republican supermajority in the Ohio House.
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- Akron Man Indicted In Deadly Hit-And-Run; Flock Camera Key To Case
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A suspect has been indicted in the hit-and-run death of a 38-year-old Akron man, with police say a Flock camera was key to the investigation in the case.
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- Man Indicted in Fatal Akron Hit-and-Run Case
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Freddie Lee Walker is charged with felony failure to stop after an accident in the fatal Akron hit-and-run that killed 38-year-old Jesse McCool.
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- Lorain County Leviathan FC Launches Women's Soccer Team
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Lorain County Leviathan FC is launching a women's team that will play at Forefront Field in Avon starting in 2027.
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- I-90 to fully close in Cleveland on 2 November weekends
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- I-90 between Central Ave. and Carnegie Ave. will be fully closed in both directions on the weekends of Nov. 13 and 20 for the demolition of the E. 22nd St. and Cedar Ave. bridges over I-90.
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- Why Cheap Healthcare Plans May Be More Expensive
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Open enrollment is here. Experts warn that cheap healthcare plans may cost more than expected beyond the monthly premium — urging viewers to weigh co-insurance and in-network versus out-of-network costs. They also recommend exploring health savings accounts for future medical expenses.
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- News 5 Cleveland Latest Headlines and Weather: Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
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- 5:32
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Rain chances arrive Friday and Saturday; dry conditions return Sunday and Monday. Barberton City Schools faces budget crisis after levy failure, considering program cuts. Legal updates include Glenville football playoff appeal and competency evaluation requested for a man charged with murder in Oberlin, plus a hearing on execution eligibility for a man convicted of killing a Twinsburg police officer.
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- Jeffries vows bipartisan effort to tackle affordability after midterms
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- 2:58
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries pledges to work with Republicans on affordability issues as he positions himself to become the nation's first Black speaker of the House when the new Congress is seated January 3.
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- Lorain Salvation Army Seeks $100,000 to Meet Growing Holiday Needs
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- 2:46
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Lorain Salvation Army is aiming to raise $100,000 to provide toys, meals, and pantry staples to local families facing increasing needs this holiday season.
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- Dog Walking Forecast for Cleveland on November 5
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Today's dog walking forecast in Cleveland brings cooler air with drying conditions after recent rain. More rain and cooler temperatures are expected in the coming days.
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- I-90 Closed Two Weekends in November in Cleveland
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- I-90 in downtown Cleveland will close in both directions for two weekends in November for bridge demolition work.
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- Holmes County releases e-bike safety guide for all residents
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Holmes County has created a new road safety guide to educate residents, including the Amish community, on safely sharing roads with e-bikes, bikes, and buggies. The booklet offers tips on navigating local roads and hand signals for e-bike riders.
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- Barberton Schools Face Potential Cuts
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- 3:10
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Barberton City Schools are facing a growing budget gap following the failure of a proposed levy, prompting possible cuts to programs such as sports, extracurriculars, preschool, and transportation amid a state fiscal emergency.
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- Akron Voters Pass All 3 Freedom BLOC Charter Amendments — Issues 11, 12 and 13
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Akron voters approved Issues 11, 12, and 13, focusing on housing fees, criminal history protections, and police oversight, as community leaders prepare for next steps.
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- Attorney Seeks Competency Evaluation for Man Charged with Killing Parents in Oberlin
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The attorney for Daniel Jones, charged with killing his parents in Oberlin, has filed a motion requesting a competency evaluation before his trial begins. Jones' attorney has raised concerns about his ability to assist in his own defense.
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- Browns QB Deshaun Watson Enters Concussion Protocol; Shedeur Sanders May Start
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns has entered concussion protocol after self-reporting symptoms on Tuesday, with Shedeur Sanders preparing for a possible first start against the New Orleans Saints.
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- Carolyn White Defeats Jeff Riddell in Lorain County Race
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Carolyn White defeats incumbent Jeff Riddell in the Lorain County commissioner race.
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- Lake County: Painesville Passes Income Tax Levy as Other School Levies Fail
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- 2:51
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Voter turnout in Lake County increased by about 5,000 compared to 2022 as Painesville City Schools passed a 1.25% income tax levy to fund education, while Riverside and Willoughby Eastlake's levies failed.
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- Local Family Prints Signs Supporting North Royalton Firefighters
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- 3:03
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Neighbors in North Royalton honor fallen firefighter Ryan Milligan, who died in the line of duty, with signs of love and remembrance made by a local family. A local family is also working on signs for injured firefighter Andrew Protsman.
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- Avon Lake Rejects Road Repair Levy; Smithville Votes to Repeal Cameras
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Avon Lake voters reject a 0.4% income tax increase for road repairs, while 71% of Smithville voters support repealing school zone speed cameras.
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- Democrats Break GOP Supermajority In Ohio House
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Democrats won key statehouse races in Ohio, ending the Republican supermajority in the Ohio House. Republicans retain control but lose the votes to override a governor's veto.
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- Shedeur Sanders practices with Browns' starters
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- 1:29
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Shedeur Sanders getting reps in with the Browns' starters 👀
With Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol, head coach Todd Monken says Sanders will attend more meetings and practice with the starters ahead of the team's Week 9 matchup against the Saints.
Practice footage taken by News 5's Camryn Justice.
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- Beavers can protect areas from wildfires
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Beaver dams can slow water flow, spreading water during dry periods and helping protect against wildfires.
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- What’s Next For President Trump After Midterm Loss?
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- The midterm elections shifted control of Congress to Democrats, impacting President Trump’s potential plans moving forward.
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- Amy Acton elected Ohio governor; Sherrod Brown wins Senate seat
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- 3:19
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Ohio Democrats score big wins: Amy Acton elected governor and Sherrod Brown reclaims his U.S. Senate seat in a special election, as Democrats take back Congress.
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- Akron-Canton Airport Reaches 1 Million Passengers in 2026
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Akron-Canton Airport welcomed its one millionth passenger of 2026 over the weekend, ahead of schedule. Breeze Airlines launched three new flights from the airport this year.

