Human Trafficking Investigation Leads to Arrests and Closure of Sheffield Lake Foot Spa
Two people have been charged and additional charges may be forthcoming after a human trafficking investigation at a Sheffield Lake business. According to a release from the Sheffield Lake Police Department, officers began investigating D Foot Spa, located at 4648 Lake Road, after receiving an anonymous tip in September about Continue Reading
Ohio Moves to Protect Residents as SNAP Benefits Risk Disruption
COLUMBUS — With federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on track to face interruption if the government shutdown continues, Governor Mike DeWine signed an executive order directing state officials to deploy up to $25 million in emergency relief. The aid package aims to support both low-income families Continue Reading
When Political Rhetoric Crosses the Line: A Two-Tier Standard of Civility
Editorial Commentary What HappenedDuring a recent episode of the popular podcast I’ve Had It, host Jennifer Welch aired a clip from a No Kings March rally in which a protester celebrated the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The woman in the clip said she was “glad” Kirk was dead Continue Reading
Ohio SNAP benefits at risk as shutdown looms
More than 1.4 million Ohioans could see their food assistance disrupted if the federal government shutdown continues into November, leaving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding in question. News 5 Cleveland reports that Gov. Mike DeWine’s administration is assessing what options the state has to support residents if benefits lapse. Continue Reading
Tension Flares as Residents Press Commissioner Moore on “Mega Site” and Infrastructure Plans
SOUTH AMHERST — A crowd packed the South Amherst Village Council meeting Monday night as Lorain County Commissioner Dave Moore faced pointed questions about proposed development and wastewater infrastructure near the Lorain County Regional Airport. Moore began by saying the county has discussed these projects for more than three years Continue Reading
Ohio Secretary of State Refers 1,200 Election-Related Cases to Federal Prosecutors
COLUMBUS — Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose says his office has referred about 1,200 potential election-law violations to the U.S. Department of Justice for review, citing evidence from ongoing investigations into alleged illegal voting and registration activity. According to an announcement from LaRose’s office on October 28, the referrals Continue Reading
Elyria Police Department Weekend Recap
The Elyria Police Department responded to a variety of incidents over the weekend, including assisting another agency and making a drug-related arrest. According to police reports: Police said both incidents were cleared by arrest and no further information was immediately available.
Elyria Police Investigate Strong-Arm Robbery at PNC Bank Parking Lot
The Elyria Police Department is investigating a strong-arm robbery that occurred in the parking lot of PNC Bank, located at 405 Midway Boulevard. According to Chief of Police James Welsh, the incident did not involve a bank robbery. The victim, a bank customer, was approached while returning to their vehicle. Continue Reading
Arrest Made in Armed Robbery of Kay Jewelers in Chesnut Commons
ELYRIA — The Elyria Police Department has arrested 37-year-old Brian M. Foster of Elyria in connection with the armed robbery of Kay Jewelers, located at 550 Chestnut Commons Drive. The robbery occurred on October 14, 2025, at about 6:29 p.m., when a masked suspect entered the store armed with a Continue Reading
Elyria Man Arrested After Officers Find Mix of Narcotics in Vehicle
ELYRIA — A 36-year-old Elyria man was arrested early Saturday morning after police discovered multiple narcotics and an open bottle of whiskey during a traffic stop near Market Drive. According to an Elyria Police Department report, Officer Kelly and Officer Sabeiha stopped a black Chevrolet shortly before 2 a.m. on Continue Reading