Thousands Expected to Attend 2025 Woollybear Festival in Vermilion
Vermilion, OH — The 53rd Annual Woollybear Festival is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in downtown Vermilion. Hosted by the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce and FOX 8, the event is expected to draw thousands of attendees, continuing its tradition as one of Ohio’s largest single-day festivals. Continue Reading
Elyria Man Charged in Armed Robbery of Convenience Store After Asking for Job
An Elyria man is facing a felony robbery charge after allegedly entering a local convenience store, asking for a job application, and then robbing the clerk at gunpoint — with what was later identified as a pellet gun. Christopher R. Morris, 35, was indicted on May 8 by a Lorain Continue Reading
Back-to-Back Lorain Fires Test Fire Department as Dog Dies in Blaze
Two Lorain homes were destroyed and a dog lost its life after a pair of fires broke out just hours apart on the morning of May 14, putting significant strain on the city’s fire crews. According to Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Fenn, the first fire was reported around 8 a.m. Continue Reading
Dr. Amy Acton Brings Campaign for Governor to Lorain County Women’s Club
AVON, Ohio — Dr. Amy Acton, former state health director and Democratic candidate for Ohio governor in 2026, spoke to a crowd of more than 60 people Tuesday night at the Big Top Brewhouse in Avon, sharing her personal story and vision for Ohio’s future. Hosted by the Lorain County Continue Reading
Questions Linger as Mark Johnson Continues Weather Updates After Firing
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Nearly a week after longtime WEWS Channel 5 meteorologist Mark Johnson was abruptly fired, viewers are left with more questions than answers — especially as Johnson continues to deliver regular weather updates on his personal Facebook page. The sudden dismissal of the veteran broadcaster, who had been Continue Reading
No fentanyl found in Lorain High incident as student recovers
A Lorain High School student is recovering after collapsing on campus May 13 in an incident that prompted a temporary lockdown and fueled widespread speculation online. Despite early rumors, school officials confirmed the medical emergency was not caused by fentanyl. The 10th-grade boy lost consciousness after reportedly ingesting a gummy Continue Reading
Man Cited for Allegedly Masturbating Behind Elyria Business
ELYRIA, OH — A 62-year-old man was cited for public indecency on Monday afternoon after allegedly exposing himself behind businesses on Cleveland Street. According to Elyria Police, officers were dispatched around 4:30 PM on May 12 to the 600 block of Cleveland Street following reports of a man exposing himself Continue Reading
Lorain Police Respond to Report of Man Exposing Himself to Children Near School
LORAIN, OH — Lorain police responded Tuesday evening to a report of a man allegedly exposing himself to children near Spectrum School at 300 Broadway. According to dispatch traffic, the suspect was described as a Black male wearing a black hat and Crocs. A school staff member remained near the Continue Reading
Grand Jury to Review Second Lorain Jail Force Case After Officer’s Termination
LORAIN, Ohio — A Lorain County corrections officer has been fired and may face criminal charges after physically fighting an inmate inside a cell during an incident last December, according to Sheriff Jack Hall. Officer Christopher Jackson was terminated on April 21 following an internal investigation by the Lorain County Continue Reading
Plan to Eliminate Property Taxes in Ohio Advances Toward Ballot
COLUMBUS — A proposed constitutional amendment to eliminate property taxes in Ohio has cleared its first legal hurdle. On May 9, 2025, Attorney General Dave Yost certified that the petition titled “Abolishment of Taxes on Real Property” meets state requirements for clarity and accuracy. The amendment would add Section 14 Continue Reading