Norfolk Southern to Rebuild Elyria Railroad Bridge in Multi-Million Dollar Project
ELYRIA — A major railroad bridge in downtown Elyria is set to be completely rebuilt as part of a multi-million dollar project led by Norfolk Southern, with construction expected to begin in early 2027. Mayor Kevin Brubaker announced the project during the April 6 City Council meeting, confirming that the Continue Reading
Democrat Allison Russo Endorsed by Ohio Teachers Union for Secretary of State
COLUMBUS — As early voting begins ahead of Ohio’s May primary election, the Ohio Education Association (OEA) has announced its endorsement of State Representative Allison Russo in the race for Ohio Secretary of State. The endorsement was described as unanimous and was made by OEA members serving on the organization’s Continue Reading
Lorain City Council Honors LCCC Men’s Basketball Team After Championship Season
Lorain City Council recognized the Lorain County Community College men’s basketball team during its April 6 meeting, honoring the program for its championship season and highlighting its strong ties to the local community. Councilman Angel Arroyo brought members of the team and coaching staff before council, referring to them as Continue Reading
Ohio Supreme Court Says Limits on Political Speech by Elected Officials Are Unconstitutional
The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled that a key restriction on political speech by judges violates the First Amendment, a decision that could have broader implications for elected officials across the state. The case centered on a longtime judge who shared and supported his son’s judicial campaign on Facebook. Disciplinary Continue Reading
Stocker Foundation Awards More Than $500,000 to Lorain County Schools and Nonprofits
LORAIN COUNTY — Nearly $1.2 million in grant funding has been awarded to organizations across Lorain County and Northeast Ohio through the Stocker Foundation, supporting literacy and STEAM programs for students from preschool through eighth grade. The funding will support programs focused on reading, writing, science, technology, engineering, arts, and Continue Reading
Police Investigate Possible Shootout After Man Shot in Lorain
LORAIN — Police are investigating a possible shootout after a man was shot in the leg during an incident on Homewood Avenue, according to initial information from officers on scene. Officers responded to the area and located at least two shell casings, indicating that shots were fired. The victim’s condition Continue Reading
Elyria Invests $3.1M in Water Infrastructure as City Eyes New Revenue From Sheffield Village
ELYRIA — Elyria City Council has approved moving forward with a roughly $3.14 million investment in water infrastructure, while city officials also work toward a separate agreement that could position Elyria as the primary water supplier for Sheffield Village. The funding approved by council will go toward the early procurement Continue Reading
Lorain Fire Crews Battle Heavy Fire on South Side, Cause Under Investigation
LORAIN — Fire crews responded to a heavily involved house fire on the city’s south side, where crews were able to quickly bring the blaze under control and prevent further spread. According to the Lorain Fire Department, suppression crews initiated a transitional attack upon arrival. That strategy allowed firefighters to Continue Reading
Man Arrested After Child Abduction and Vehicle Theft in Elyria
ELYRIA — A man is in custody after police say he abducted a six-year-old child and stole a vehicle following an argument Friday morning. Officers with the Elyria Police Department were dispatched around 11:11 a.m. on April 3 to the Friendship Gas Station on Beechwood Drive for a reported child Continue Reading
Student Faces Multiple Charges After Gun Incident at Elyria High
ELYRIA — A lockdown at Elyria High School Friday led to the arrest of a 17-year-old student after police say a handgun was brought onto school property. According to Elyria Police, a School Resource Officer received information around 11:55 a.m. regarding a potential threat involving a high school student. The Continue Reading