Joseph Jones

In recent weeks, tariffs have returned to the national spotlight—and with them, a flood of hot takes and half-truths. Some see tariffs as essential tools to protect American industry and correct decades of unfair trade. Others warn they’re hidden taxes that raise prices and spark global retaliation. So what’s really Continue Reading

Authorities in Lorain County are searching for James Douglas Meadows, a 37-year-old suspect accused of assaulting two Sheffield Village police officers. According to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), the U.S. Marshals are leading the pursuit, with assistance from Elyria Police, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), and K-9 units. Continue Reading

On April 5, 2025, protests are planned across the country. People will take to the streets to speak out against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. In northern Ohio, events are being organized in Oberlin and Sandusky. But in Lorain, no official protest has been announced — only strong opinions Continue Reading

By Aaron KnappLorain, OH — A hazardous materials team responded to a situation at Lorain Baptist Church on Wednesday morning, prompting the temporary evacuation of nearby residents. At approximately 10 a.m., Lorain Fire and LifeCare crews arrived at the church located on Palm Avenue after concerns arose regarding the contents Continue Reading

The Lorain County Commissioners—Jeff Riddell, Dave Moore, and Marty Gallagher—held their regular meeting on March 14, 2025, discussing financial concerns, infrastructure projects, and public safety initiatives. Sheriff’s Office Budget Concerns Newly elected Lorain County Sheriff Jack Hall informed the board of over $240,000 in outstanding invoices from 2024 that were Continue Reading

For dog lovers in Lorain County, there’s a rewarding way to give back to the community—volunteering at the Lorain County Dog Kennel (LCDK). This shelter, located at 301 Hadaway Court, Elyria, OH, provides a temporary home for lost and stray dogs while working to reunite them with their families or find them Continue Reading

PRESS RELEASE Lorain County 4-H Endowment Board Dinner and Auction The Lorain County 4-H Endowment Board members were excited to learn that we had a RECORD-BREAKING event! “The support from our community and attendees was impressive and humbling. It was a very successful evening for Lorain County 4-H youth” said Continue Reading

Lorain, OH – A heated discussion unfolded at a recent Lorain City Schools meeting as teachers and parents raised serious concerns over increasing behavioral issues among students and the perceived lack of adequate support from the administration. The meeting, attended by Superintendent Jeff Graham and other district officials, shed light Continue Reading

By Frank L. Virtuous The recent Lorain City Council meeting wasn’t just a display of procedural missteps; it was a stark illustration of how selective enforcement and perceived favoritism can shred the fabric of public trust. The twin issues of uneven public comment time limits and the disparate application of Continue Reading

Drive anywhere in Lorain and you’re instantly reminded that our streets are a crumbling mess of potholes, cracks, and failed patches. Our roads aren’t just bad-they’re dangerous. Yet year after year, residents hear the same excuses from city officials. “It’s the weather,” they say. “It’s a funding issue,” they claim. Continue Reading