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Oct. 29, 2024
Ohio Supreme Court indefinitely suspends Canfield attorney for fraudulent tax scheme: WFMJ
The Supreme Court of Ohio has issued an indefinite suspension of Robert Rohrbaugh II, a Canfield attorney, due to his involvement in a fraudulent scheme to obtain federal tax refunds.
Blind Jackson Township attorney ready for statewide advocacy role: Canton Repository
James T. Fetter holds a bachelor's degree from Emory University, where he majored in political science and classical studies and earned a master's and a doctorate in the same field of study.
COMMUNITY NEWS: Adoption Day Celebration set at courthouse: The Vindicator
In support of National Adoption Month, Mahoning County Probate Court Judge Robert N. Rusu Jr. and Mahoning County Children Services are co-hosting the 11th annual Adoption Day Celebration Event at 11 a.m. Friday at the Mahoning County Courthouse, 120 Market St., Youngstown.
Man sentenced to life in prison for murder, kidnapping of Ohio infant in 2023: WTOL
A man found out his sentencing Monday, delivered in Seneca County for the 2023 murder and kidnapping of an Ohio infant.
Man gets life for killing ex-girlfriend’s mother: Akron Beacon Journal
A 27-year-old Akron man could serve the rest of his life in prison for his role in the ambush that killed Tina Case.
Kettering man to spend a year of weekends in jail for child sex abuse material: Dayton Daily News
A 62-year-old Kettering man will spend a year’s worth of weekends in jail for having child sexual assault material on his computer.
Zoo exec dubbed 'most egregious' offender gets prison for role in $2.3 million theft scheme: Columbus Dispatch
The last of five former employees of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was sentenced to five years in prison Monday, ending a 4-year investigation into a nearly $2.3 million theft scheme along with legal maneuvering and prison sentences for the zoo's top executives.
Deal nets guilty plea in Youngstown assault case: The Vindicator
Richard J. Armstrong Jr., 46, who has had numerous evaluations over the past four years to determine whether he is competent to stand trial since he was indicted in September 2020 on aggravated robbery, felonious assault and other charges, accepted a plea agreement Monday.
Former Columbus police officer Adam Coy: 'I thought I was going to die' before shooting: Columbus Dispatch
A former Columbus police officer said he fired four shots at a man coming out of a Northwest Side garage in December 2020 because he was terrified he was going to die.
Republican Central Committee names Brandon Gobrecht full-time Bucyrus law director: Bucyrus Telegraph-Forum
Brandon Gobrecht has been selected to be the full-time Bucyrus law director.
Is there a conspiracy at the state teachers' pension fund? Former board member thinks so: Columbus Dispatch
A former teachers' pension board member is suing two other former board members, alleging they are part of a "civil conspiracy" that stymied his quest to investigate the retirement system's failings.
Judge rejects former Cleveland City Councilman Ken Johnson’s request for early prison release: Cleveland.com
A judge on Monday rejected former Cleveland City Councilman Kenneth Johnson’s request for an early release from prison.
Oct. 28, 2024
Sex offender who used Snapchat to lure one of his minor victims gets four years in prison: Zanesville Times Recorder
Former Zanesville man who recently moved to Phoenix, Arizona, returned to Muskingum County to face 18 counts related to porn and sex crimes involving minors in two separate cases.
Defiance woman sentenced in Van Wert domestic violence case: The Crescent-News
A Defiance woman recently entered a plea here in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court to a domestic violence charge in a case that had begun as attempted murder.
Teen found guilty of killing 14-year-old Cleveland boy: WEWS
A 17-year-old was found guilty on multiple charges for the shooting death of Braylon Hardges, according to the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas.
Former Ohio school employee guilty of sexually abusing a minor: WCMH
A former Scioto County school employee has pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a minor.
Former Columbus police officer Adam Coy will testify in own defense in murder trial: Columbus Dispatch
The jury in the trial of a former Columbus police officer who fatally shot an unarmed Black man in December 2020 will hear from the officer on Monday.
Northeast Ohio taxpayers have paid at least $24 million in police-shooting settlements since 2016 —even after courts found officers blameless. Why?: Cleveland.com
Akron taxpayers will pay $4.85 million to the family of Jayland Walker, even though a grand jury and an internal police investigation cleared the eight officers who shot him of any wrongdoing.
Akron Civil Rights Commission considers legality of car dealership's grooming policy: Akron Beacon Journal
The Akron Civil Rights Commission is weighing whether a car dealership had the right to ask a salesman to either wear a hat, cut his locks or take another job off the sales floor.
Last minute lawsuits are flying as Ohioans head to the polls: Ohio Capital Journal
As of Friday morning, almost 1.4 million Ohioans had already cast their ballot in this November’s election.
Bicycling 60 miles on his 60th birthday: Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Judge David Matia raising awareness for a good cause: WKYC
As Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court Judge David Matia celebrates his 60th birthday Friday, he’s also giving back.
Ohio judge strikes down ‘heartbeat’ abortion ban: Cleveland.com
An Ohio judge on Thursday tossed the so-called fetal “heartbeat” law, ruling that the ban is unconstitutional after Ohioans enshrined reproductive rights in the state constitution in 2023.
Man sentenced to least 32 years in prison for burglary, shooting 2 people last year in Licking County: WBNS
Larry Lewis has been sentenced to 25 to 30 1/2 years in prison after being found guilty of multiple drug-related charges, including trafficking and possession of fentanyl and cocaine.
Cleveland Browns file lawsuit against city of Cleveland to test ‘Modell Law’: Cleveland.com
The Cleveland Browns late Thursday filed a lawsuit against the city of Cleveland challenging the “Modell Law,” a state law designed to stop teams from leaving cities that subsidized them with taxpayer money.
Defense reveals new details about Andre Hill shooting during trial of former cop Adam Coy: Columbus Dispatch
Nearly four years after a Columbus police officer fatally shot an unarmed Black man inside a Northwest Side garage, jurors heard new details about the shooting.
Former Columbus police officer says he was mocked for combat injury: WCMH
A former Columbus police officer has filed a lawsuit against the city for discrimination in the workplace.
Oct. 24, 2024
TPS violated public records law, justices rule: Toledo Blade
The Ohio Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously sided with a former Cincinnati state lawmaker who sought records related to Toledo Public Schools’ decision to join a challenge to the state’s stripping of the State Board of Education of most of its powers.
Court of Appeals rules deer hunts can continue in Mill Creek MetroParks: WKBN
Ohio’s Seventh District Court of Appeals Wednesday afternoon ruled that Mill Creek MetroParks can continue with its hunts to reduce the number of deer.
Mansfield, Marion, Ashland teens get up-close look at state Attorney General's Office: Mansfield News Journal
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost welcomed members of his 2024-25 Teen Ambassador Board with a meet-and-greet session and presentations from members of his staff.
Opening statements to begin in murder trial of Columbus police officer who killed Andre Hill: Columbus Dispatch
Nearly four years after a Columbus police officer fatally shot an unarmed Black man inside a Northwest Side garage, a jury is expected to hear opening statements in the case Thursday morning.
Delaware County jury finds man guilty of fatally shooting another man in March: Columbus Dispatch
A Delaware city man faces life in prison after a jury found him guilty of fatally shooting another man in March in the middle of a roadway outside of the victim's home, the Delaware County Prosecutor's Office announced Wednesday.
Fake rideshare driver sentenced to prison for rape, kidnapping: Cleveland.com
An Akron man who sexually assaulted women while pretending to be a rideshare driver was sentenced Wednesday to a minimum of 20 years in prison.
Austintown man sentenced to 7-9 years in prison for assault of woman he knew: The Vindicator
Charles Jennings, 32, of Woodhurst Drive, Austintown, was sentenced to seven to nine years in prison Monday after pleading guilty earlier to felonious assault with a gun specification.
Cuyahoga county prosecutor lambasts Ohio attorney general for voter fraud indictment of dead man: Ohio Capital Journal
The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office is demanding that the Ohio attorney general dismiss the voter fraud indictment of a man who has been dead for two years.
Richland County Courthouse renovation bids come in below $2.75 million estimate: Richland Source
All six bids for a proposed multiple-floor renovation of the Richland County Courthouse came in lower than $2.75 million estimate provided by its architect.
Oct. 23, 2024
Ohio Supreme Court: Abusing stray cats and dogs is a felony: Cincinnati Enquirer
Abusing a cat or dog is a felony offense − even if the animal is a stray, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled in a unanimous decision Wednesday.
Animal cruelty law applies to all cats and dogs -- even strays, Ohio Supreme court rules: Cleveland.com
The state Supreme Court reinstated an animal cruelty conviction Wednesday of a man found guilty of pouring bleach down his apartment stairs, soaking an apparently stray kitten.
Ohio Supreme Court overturns state juvenile court records law after Enquirer challenge: Cincinnati Enquirer
The Ohio Supreme Court sided with The Enquirer on Tuesday, overturning a juvenile court judge's decision to seal court records and ruling unconstitutional a state law that mandates the blanket sealing of some juvenile court records.
City police officer asks appeals court to reassess dismissal: The Vindicator
A Youngstown police detective sergeant asked the 7th District Court of Appeals to reconsider its dismissal of his long-standing case against the city to require a hearing in front of the civil service commission to consider him for a promotion.
Finding stable housing can be a struggle for people with criminal backgrounds. Cuyahoga County is working on a plan to help.: Signal Cleveland
Desarae Green has been trying to find a stable home for herself and her twin 16-year-olds since she left prison in January 2023. On Thursday, Green shared her story at a Cuyahoga County Office of Reentry event at the Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry building.
Columbus man sentenced in 2023 Short North shooting death stemming from fight: Columbus Dispatch
A 20-year-old man will spend more than a decade in prison after admitting to fatally shooting a man during a fight in the Short North.
Westlake mother found guilty for leaving 3 kids under age 10 home alone while in Florida: WKYC
A Westlake woman is set to be sentenced on Wednesday in Rocky River Municipal Court after a judge found her guilty of leaving three children at home while she took a trip to Florida.
Man found not guilty of murder, felonious assault in Trotwood woman’s death: Dayton Daily News
A Dayton man was acquitted of a double shooting that killed a Trotwood woman and injured another man.
Ohio judge deems 2021 fatal shooting stemming from argument self-defense, suspect released: Columbus Dispatch
More than three years after a man was killed during a Far East Side argument, a judge determined the shooting was in self-defense.
Boardman woman sentenced for stealing from former employer: WKBN
A Boardman woman accused of stealing more than $30,000 from her former employer pleaded guilty to charges in her case and was sentenced on Monday.
Sharpsville man declared ‘Major Drug Offender’ faces Wednesday sentencing: WFMJ
A Sharpsville man remains in the Trumbull County Jail awaiting sentencing after a jury took 12 minutes of deliberations to find him guilty of charges that led to him being classified as a “Major Drug Offender.”
Third defendant from Canton police dog biting incident pleads to reduced charge: Canton Repository
The third and final defendant who was criminally charged in connection with a confrontation that led to a police K-9 officer's firing has had his day in court.
Cleveland to prepare possible lawsuit in response to Browns’ planned Brook Park move: Signal Cleveland
Cleveland’s law director says he is preparing for a possible lawsuit over the Browns’ planned relocation to Brook Park.
Ohio sues Boeing’s board, ex-CEO over after safety mishaps with 737-9 Max: Cleveland.com
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a lawsuit against Boeing’s board and former CEO, saying their failure to address ongoing safety issues is causing the company’s stock to tank and hurt Ohio pension funds.
Oct. 22, 2024
Ohio Constitution prohibits judges from sealing juvenile delinquency records without considering the public’s interest: Highland County Press
A state law mandating the blanket sealing of records in delinquency cases when a juvenile is not found delinquent violates the Ohio Constitution because it does not allow for any consideration of the public’s interest in access to the records, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled this week.
Motion denied to vacate sentence for man convicted in killing of mother, daughter in Liberty Township: WFMJ
The motion to vacate the sentence for a man convicted in the killing of a mother and her daughter in Liberty Township nearly 15 years ago.
'This is cruel.' Newark makes camping on public property a crime, limiting homeless options: Newark Advocate
It was the City Council decision that most probably expected, and many had argued against.
Burke takes a manslaughter plea in SOCF inmate death: Portsmouth Daily Times
A man already serving a life sentence for murder has taken a guilty plea in the death of a fellow SOCF inmate. He has had 10 to 15 years added to his sentence and has avoided a jury trial set to begin Monday morning in Scioto County Court of Common Pleas.
Man gets 6 years in prison for fatal Ashland Manor shooting: Toledo Blade
A Toledo man was sentenced to six years in prison Monday after entering an Alford plea to a reduced charge for another man’s shooting death late last year in central Toledo.
Marion man convicted of murder, faces potential life sentence in prison: Marion Star
A jury Thursday convicted a Marion man of murder for the 2023 death of D’Jontaez “JD” Ross.
Hearing held to determine if teen will face adult charges: The Vindicator
Detective George Anderson of the Youngstown Police Department testified Monday that within five minutes of a 10:11 p.m. 911 call in June indicating that Zarian Dothard, 19, had been shot at a home on East Judson Avenue late June 11, Lyndale Wilkins Sr., called 911 to say that his son, Lyndale Wilkins Jr., 17, “said he thought he killed someone.”
Prosecutors ask for full parole board hearing for repeat offender in Trumbull County: WFMJ
Prosecutors with the Trumbull County Prosecutor's Office are asking for a full-board hearing for an inmate convicted of several offenses who is up for parole.
Franklin County grand jury indicts 3 on felony charges of illegally voting: Columbus Dispatch
A Franklin County grand jury has indicted three county residents — among the nearly 6 million people to vote in Ohio in 2020 — on charges presented by the Ohio Attorney General's Office accusing them of voting illegally in prior year elections.
Oct. 21, 2024
Ohio High Court Restores Developer's FHA Penalty Suit: Law360
The Ohio Supreme Court has revived a developer's attempt to recoup some of a Fair Housing Act penalty from franchisees who built inaccessible multifamily housing, finding Friday the lower courts jumped the gun when they found the developer's claims were preempted by the FHA.
Feds will not charge ex-South Euclid judge after FBI probe, attorney says: Cleveland.com
Federal prosecutors will not charge former South Euclid Municipal Judge Gayle Williams-Byers after an FBI investigation that was launched more than two years ago, her attorney said.
City of Akron to pay $4.85 million to Jayland Walker's family in fatal police shooting: Akron Beacon Journal
The city of Akron will pay the family of Jayland Walker $4.85 million as part of a settlement in the federal lawsuit that sought $45 million in damages for Walker's death.
Theft nets former caretaker 2 year sentence: Tribune Chronicle
A Farrell, Pa. woman has received a two-year prison sentence and is mandated to pay over $10,000 in restitution for stealing from a 100-year-old World War II veteran in Brookfield Township.
Judge finds man guilty of killing Euclid father at gas station: WOIO
A Cleveland man was found guilty of fatally shooting a Euclid father at a gas station in December 2022.
Jury finds city man guilty of assault, robbery: Tribune Chronicle
A Trumbull County jury has convicted a Warren man on charges of aggravated robbery, felonious assault and trespass in a habitation when a person is present or likely to be present.
Murder trial for former Columbus police officer who shot Andre Hill begins with jury selection: WBNS
Jury selection has begun in the trial of a former Columbus Division of Police officer charged in the shooting death of a man nearly four years ago.
Libraries host Silent Witness displays for Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Toledo Blade
Forty-three wooden silhouettes stand witness across Toledo Lucas County Public libraries this month in memory domestic violence victims.
Oct. 18, 2024
Columbus attorney offers tips to local zoning appeals officials: The Vindicator
Zoning Inspector Traci DeCapua hosted two zoning seminars earlier this week with guest speaker attorney Pete Griggs from Columbus, who has presented at numerous zoning seminars during the Ohio Township Association’s conference. “Note that the Ohio Supreme Court has declared dog kennels as ag activity,” Griggs said.
Franklin County court launches Batterer Intervention Program to combat domestic violence: Columbus Dispatch
Franklin County Municipal Court wants to interrupt the cycle of domestic violence by educating people convicted of abuse who are on probation.
Anderson Sworn in as a Judge in the Muskingum County Court of Common Pleas: WHIZ
Former Muskingum County Assistant Prosecutor Gerald Anderson was officially sworn in on October 17th as a judge in the Muskingum County Court of Common Pleas.
New Franklin man sentenced to life in prison for shooting, killing motorcyclist: Akron Beacon Journal
A 41-year-old New Franklin man will serve life in prison for the shooting death of 53-year-old Jeffrey Fisher, according to a news release from the Summit County Prosecutor's Office.
Plain Township man sent to prison for child rape, domestic violence: Canton Repository
A judge has sent a 35-year-old Plain Township man to prison for six to nine years for raping a child who was under the age of 10.
The man behind a series of store robberies in Stark County got a long prison term: Canton Repository
A 38-year-old man is now serving a prison term of 18 to 19.5 years for a series of armed robberies he committed at Stark County businesses.
Campbell man not allowed to rescind guilty pleas to rapes: The Vindicator
Nick Brevetta, attorney for Christopher Figueroa, argued Thursday that Christopher Figueroa, 44, of Youngstown, was “overwhelmed” by the potential that he would get about 20 years in prison in July when he pleaded guilty to two counts of rape and that he should be allowed to rescind his guilty plea.
Adam Coy's murder trial to begin on Monday: WBNS
The trial of a former Columbus police officer who shot and killed a man in a garage nearly four years ago is set to begin on Monday.
Bazetta police officer pleads not guilty to domestic violence charge: Tribune Chronicle
A sergeant with the Bazetta Police Department has pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic violence.
Oct. 17, 2024
Ohio Supreme Court orders Columbiana County Sherriff to provide convicted killer with jail records: WFMJ
The Ohio Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that Columbiana County Sheriff Brian McLaughlin must obtain and provide public records in possession of a private company contracted to operate the county jail.
Former Toledo councilman's law license indefinitely suspended: Toledo Blade
The Ohio Supreme Court on Wednesday indefinitely suspended the law license of former Toledo City Councilman Tyrone Riley, leaving the door open for him to someday return to practice.
Appeals court upholds rape conviction: Tribune Chronicle
The 11th District Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction and prison sentence of a man who was convicted in February by a Trumbull County jury on seven counts of rape and one count of gross sexual imposition.
Former Dover mayor asks Supreme Court to consider criminal appeal: WJER
The city’s former longtime mayor is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to hear an appeal of his 2022 conviction for theft in office.
Former Toledo Municipal Court judge Amy Berling has died, family confirms: WTOL
Amy Berling, a former Toledo Municipal Court judge, died on Saturday at her home on Kelleys Island, her family confirmed. She was 74.
Alley near Marion County Courthouse to close Nov. 1: Marion Star
The east-west alley on the north side of the Marion County Courthouse in Marion will close beginning Nov. 1.
Man accused of shooting into house over $20 pleads guilty: Dayton Daily News
A man accused of shooting into a neighbor’s house over a $20 debt has pleaded guilty.
Campbell resident enters guilty plea for city assault in January: The Vindicator
Josh Clardy, 35, formerly of Dearborn Avenue, now living in Campbell, pleaded guilty Wednesday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to attempted felonious assault and felony domestic violence in a Jan. 25 incident in Youngstown.
City man pleads guilty to 6 child pornography offenses: The Vindicator
Eduardo Pagan, 46, of Oak Street, pleaded guilty Wednesday to six counts of pandering obscenities involving a minor or impaired person and will be sentenced Dec. 17.
Akron officer who pleaded not guilty to child porn charges to face jury trial in November: Akron Beacon Journal
An Akron police officer who pleaded not guilty to 11 counts of creating and distributing child pornography is scheduled to appear before for a jury trial in November in Trumbull County Court of Common Pleas.
Mantua police officer plans to file lawsuit against Portage Co. Sheriff’s Office after child endangerment case dismissed: WOIO
Mantua Police Officer Miranda Brothers is planning on filing a lawsuit against the Portage County Sheriff’s Office after the child endangerment case against her was dismissed.
Lawsuit filed against Massillon Tiger’s football coach, superintendent, school district over reported hazing: WOIO
A former Massillon Washington High School football player and his family have filed a lawsuit over an alleged hazing incident during a football practice camp session last year.
Oct. 16, 2024
Ohio Supreme Court upholds limits on who can put ballots in drop boxes: Cincinnati Enquirer
A divided Ohio Supreme Court ruled that individuals can't use drop boxes when delivering ballots for voters with disabilities.
State’s high court appoints visiting judge to hear wrongdoing allegations: The Vindicator
The Ohio Supreme Court has appointed Visiting Judge Mark K. Wiest, a retired Wayne County Common Pleas Court judge, to preside over a petition alleging wrongdoing by top Mahoning County officials over the firing and rehiring of county maintenance worker Ricky Morrison in late 2022.
Court hearing for Lorain County Prosecutor, Chief of Staff facing criminal charges: WOIO
Lorain County Prosecutor J.D. Tomlinson and his Chief of Staff James Burge are scheduled to appear in Elyria Municipal Court Thursday.
'I'm sorry': 75-year-old female robber apologizes to sister, bank before heading to prison: Cincinnati Enquirer
A 75-year-old Hamilton woman with no prior criminal history was sentenced Tuesday to four years in prison for robbing a Fairfield Township bank.
Ohio deer poacher of 18-point buck pleads guilty to 14 charges: Toledo Blade
In one of the state’s most controversial buck sagas, a man pleaded guilty Tuesday to 14 of the 23 counts against him nearly a year after he shared a photo of an 18-point buck on social media.
Newton Falls man pleads guilty to leaving toddler alone with dangerous dog: WFMJ
A Newton Falls man pled guilty on Tuesday to leaving a toddler alone in a room with a dangerous dog.
Family of Jayland Walker, city of Akron reach tentative agreement to settle federal lawsuit: WTOL
The family of Jayland Walker, the man shot and killed by Akron police officers more than two years ago, has reached a tentative agreement to settle its federal lawsuit against the city.
Parents of 3-year-old boy fatally stabbed at North Olmsted Giant Eagle sue supermarket chain: Cleveland.com
The parents of a 3-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed outside the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted have sued the supermarket chain on Tuesday.
Oct. 15, 2024
Hearing Tuesday for man trying to overturn death sentence in slaying of 10-year-old Harrison girl: WXIX
A hearing will be held Tuesday in the latest of a series of legal moves by attorneys seeking a new trial for a convicted child killer on Ohio’s Death Row.
Zanesville man's life sentence upheld after appeal of rape, kidnapping convictions: Zanesville Times Recorder
34-year-old Keith D. Hostottle Jr. of Zanesville had his life sentence upheld in a recent appeal ruling by the Ohio Fifth District Court of Appeals in Canton.
‘Soft on crime’? Cuyahoga County juvenile judges feel attacked by prosecutor’s social media campaign: Cleveland.com
Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court judges say they feel attacked by a new social media campaign Prosecutor Michael O’Malley launched this summer highlighting cases where youth with serious or lengthy criminal histories were given what some might consider light sentences.
Campbell man sentenced for posing as teen to obtain nude photos: WKBN
A Campbell man who pleaded guilty to stealing a teen’s identity to entice other teenagers to send him pornographic or inappropriate material was sentenced Tuesday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to 15 to 19 years in prison.
Marion man convicted of multiple drug charges: Marion Star
A Marion man arrested during a MARMET investigation last year has been convicted of multiple felony charges related to drug trafficking and possession.
Ohio’s criminal record law offers new lease on life: WCMH
Sealing and expunging criminal records is a way for people to regain access to safe housing and better jobs. For many, it’s a way to start over.
Oct. 14, 2024
Appeals court tosses officer’s promotion case against the city: The Vindicator
The 7th District Court of Appeals sided with Youngstown by dismissing a longstanding case involving a police detective sergeant’s request to have a hearing in front of the city’s civil service commission to consider him for a promotion.
Former Columbus Zoo CEO Tom Stalf sentenced to 7 years: WBNS
The former CEO of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was sentenced to seven years in prison as the state’s investigation into the alleged misuse of zoo funds and resources comes to a close.
Ex-Geauga County Water Resources employee pleads guilty in case involving county contract: Cleveland.com
A former Geauga County Water Resources employee pleaded guilty Wednesday to accepting cash from a vendor that the department used for years as its backup IT support.
Trial continued for Akron murder suspect representing himself: WOIO
The bench trial for the 33-year-old man accused of murdering an Akron mother in July 2022 was continued until November due to “unforeseen evidentiary issues.”
Cincinnati City Councilwoman Anna Albi's aide left with a settlement. What we found: Cincinnati Enquirer
Cincinnati City Councilwoman Anna Albi's aide secretly recorded her − a violation of city policy.
US Army soldier from Stow sentenced to 14 years in prison on federal terrorism charges: Akron Beacon Journal
A former Army soldier from Stow has been sentenced to 14 years in prison, the U.S. Department of Justice stated in a news release Friday.