Lorain Police Leadership Promotions to Take Effect September 15
LORAIN — The City of Lorain is preparing for a series of leadership changes within the police department as Deputy Chief Michael Failing is set to be officially promoted to Chief of Police during the September 15 City Council meeting at 6 p.m. Failing, who has been serving in his Continue Reading
City of Lorain Hosts Patriot Day Police vs. Fire Softball Game
LORAIN, OH — The City of Lorain is bringing the community together for a night of fun, food, and friendly competition during this year’s Patriot Day Police vs. Fire Softball Game on Wednesday, September 10, at The Pipe Yard. The event begins with a Home Run Derby at 6 p.m., Continue Reading
Community Rallies After Neglected Dog Found Tied to a Tree at Mill Hollow
VERMILION, OH — A severely neglected and emaciated dog was rescued at Mill Hollow this week after being discovered tied to a tree by a passerby around 10:30 a.m. The dog, now named Willow, was found dehydrated, matted, and frightened. According to Multiple Breed Rescue (MBR), the finder acted quickly, Continue Reading
Authorities Investigate Fatal Hit-Skip Crash of Lorain Woman on Ohio 2 Near SR 60
VERMILION TWP — Authorities are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-skip crash that occurred early Sunday morning on State Route 2 near State Route 60 in Vermilion Township. According to the Erie County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 3:15 a.m. in the westbound lanes of SR 2 between the Erie-Lorain Continue Reading
OP-ED: Trading Liberty for Safety Is a Dangerous Path for Lorain
“Those who would give up essential Liberty to purchase a little temporary Safety deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.”— Benjamin Franklin At Monday’s Lorain City Council meeting, City Treasurer Terry Soto voiced what many residents feel: “I am a resident too, and I’m tired of hearing about the First Amendment, Second Continue Reading
Lorain’s Anti-Violence Plan Heads to Committee
LORAIN, OH — Lorain City Council is weighing a sweeping anti-violence initiative aimed at curbing gun crimes, improving neighborhood safety, and holding parents accountable when minors commit firearm-related offenses. The package, introduced during the September 2 council meeting, includes stricter penalties for improper firearm storage and carrying, a proposed parental Continue Reading
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug, Firearm Seizure; Two Arrested
ELYRIA — Two people were arrested early Sunday morning after an Elyria Police traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs, a firearm, and multiple active warrants, according to a police report. On August 31, 2025, around 3:10 a.m., Officer Lewis initiated a traffic stop on State Route 57 near Continue Reading
Lorain Council Recap: Safety Ordinances, St. Joseph’s Cleanup, and $50M+ in Sewer Upgrades
LORAIN — Lorain City Council’s September 2 meeting tackled a packed agenda, advancing major infrastructure projects, approving agreements for the cleanup of the former St. Joseph’s Hospital site, and sending a package of proposed public safety ordinances to committee for further review. The meeting stretched several hours, with lively debate Continue Reading
Bascule Bridge Lane Closures Scheduled for Week of Sept. 8
LORAIN — The City of Lorain has announced upcoming lane closures on the Bascule Bridge as inspection work is performed next week. Starting Monday, September 8, 2025, engineering firm Euthenics will conduct inspection work on the bridge for one week. Lane closures will take place daily between 9 a.m. and Continue Reading
Lorain’s Lighthouse Stars in New Thriller Beneath the Light
LORAIN — Hollywood-based filmmaker and Lorain native John Baumgartner is coming home to celebrate the Ohio premiere of his supernatural thriller, Beneath the Light. The red-carpet premiere takes place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Lorain Palace Theatre, giving local audiences the first chance to experience the film. Shot almost entirely in Lorain — Continue Reading