Twerking on Parked Cars Leads to Underage Alcohol Arrest
ELYRIA — A 19-year-old Elyria woman was arrested late Sunday night after a neighbor reported she had been twerking on parked cars and causing a disturbance. Police later observed her exiting a nearby residence holding an alcoholic beverage. According to the Elyria Police Department, officers were dispatched to Portia Court Continue Reading
Lorain Council Candidate Responds to Protection Order as Hearing Postponed
Aaron Knapp, a candidate for Lorain City Council’s Ward 6 seat, has filed a response contesting a temporary protection order issued against him earlier this month. A hearing to review the order, originally scheduled for Monday, has been postponed and is now scheduled for Friday. In addition to contesting the Continue Reading
Chief Jim McCann on Leave as Sheriff’s Office Probes Allegations
By Erik Jones | April 29, 2025 LORAIN, OH — Lorain Police Chief Jim McCann has been placed on paid administrative leave as the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office begins an investigation into allegations uncovered during an internal review within the department. The investigation stems from a prior internal case involving Continue Reading
Lorain County Commissioners Recognize National Police Week 2025
At their regular meeting on April 25, 2025, the Lorain County Board of Commissioners officially recognized National Police Week, set to be observed from May 11 to May 17, 2025. The Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation honoring the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers, both in Lorain County and Continue Reading
New Ohio Bill Links Death Penalty Repeal With Abortion and Assisted Suicide Bans
In a move stirring debate across Ohio, a bipartisan group of state legislators has introduced a new proposal that seeks to abolish the death penalty while simultaneously prohibiting state funding for abortion services and physician-assisted suicide. The bill, championed by Representatives Jean Schmidt and Adam Mathews, aims to establish a Continue Reading
Food Assistance and Community Support: What’s Happening This Month
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Trump’s First 100 Days: How New Policies Are Beginning to Affect Lorain
Opinion Piece By Erik JonesPublished April 28, 2025 As President Donald Trump finishes the first 100 days of his second term, many Americans are watching closely to see how national policies will impact their communities. In Lorain, Ohio, some early changes are already being felt. From new tariffs to changes Continue Reading
Tuesday Storm Threat: Large Hail, Damaging Winds, and Isolated Tornadoes Possible
Northeast Ohio is under a severe weather threat on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, as a strong cold front moves through the region, bringing the potential for dangerous thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening hours. According to the National Weather Service and multiple forecast centers, damaging wind gusts will be the Continue Reading
Elyria Family Event Shooting Under Investigation as Possible Self-Defense
Elyria police are investigating whether a shooting that occurred during a family gathering on Sunday may have been an act of self-defense. Officers responded around 11:14 a.m. to reports of gunfire in the 1000 block of Melvyn Lane. At the scene, several individuals were detained for questioning, and a firearm Continue Reading
Family Gathering in Elyria Ends in Shooting With Children Nearby
The Elyria Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred earlier this morning on the 1000 block of Melvyn Lane. According to officials, one person is in custody and the scene has been secured. Police said they will provide more information once it becomes available. Additional details, gathered from police Continue Reading