Messaging Around Issue 1 Evolves Ahead of Election

LORAIN COUNTY — As voters prepare to decide on Issue 1, a proposed quarter-percent sales tax increase, public statements about the measure’s purpose appear to have shifted from addressing a county budget deficit to increasing staffing for the Sheriff’s Office. During Lorain County Commissioners meetings in June and October, officials Continue Reading

Elyria Police Investigate In-Custody Death Following Violent Hotel Incident

Elyria, Ohio — Elyria Police are investigating the in-custody death of a 30-year-old man following a violent disturbance Saturday night at the Sycamore Suites Hotel on Midway Boulevard. According to a statement from Police Chief James Welsh, officers were dispatched around 8:35 p.m. on November 1, 2025, after reports that Continue Reading

Government Shutdown Hits Day 34 as SNAP Funds Run Out

Source: ABC News live coverage, Nov 2025. WASHINGTON — The federal government entered its 34th day of shutdown Monday, leaving millions of Americans uncertain about food assistance, travel, and federal services. According to ABC News, the continuing stalemate in Congress has halted funding for critical programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Continue Reading

Pair arrested after alleged copper theft at Elyria business lot

Two people were arrested after Elyria police say they were found living in a trailer and stealing copper from a commercial property on Lorain Boulevard. According to an Elyria Police Department report, officers were sent to the 1700 block of Lorain Boulevard around 11:19 a.m. on October 31 after the Continue Reading

Road Closures Announced for Elyria’s 4th Annual REVS Race on November 8

ELYRIA, Ohio — The Elyria Police Department has announced several temporary road closures and parking restrictions ahead of the 4th Annual Lorain County REVS 22K and 2.2-mile run/walk/ruck to End Veterans Suicide, taking place Saturday, November 8. The race will begin at 8 a.m. at Ely Square Park, located across Continue Reading

Semi-Truck Fire Shuts Down I-90 Westbound Lanes in Avon

AVON, Ohio — According to 19 News (WOIO), a semi-truck caught fire on Interstate 90 westbound in Avon early Monday morning, causing significant traffic delays during rush hour. Avon police said the incident occurred shortly after 7 a.m., forcing two of the three westbound lanes to close. The westbound exit Continue Reading