Community Gathers to Honor Sheffield Village Officer; Procession Planned for Wednesday
The Sheffield Village community gathered Monday night for a candlelight vigil honoring a longtime police lieutenant who passed away Friday evening surrounded by family. Officers stood together outside the department, sharing memories that brought both laughter and tears as they reflected on his leadership, mentorship, and service to the Village. Continue Reading
High School Athletes Can Make Money Now. Here’s What Ohio Parents Need to Know About the New NIL Crackdown
A major shift is happening in high school sports, and many families don’t even realize it. Ohio now allows high school athletes to make money from their name, image, and likeness. It’s known as NIL, and it opens doors for teenagers to earn money through social media posts, local sponsorships, Continue Reading
Traffic Stop at Elyria Shell Station Leads to Cocaine Arrest
Elyria Police arrested 36-year-old Joshua Joyner early Saturday morning after finding suspected crack cocaine and a glass smoking device during a traffic stop near the Shell gas station at Bell Avenue and State Route 57. According to the police report, officers recognized the vehicle’s driver from a prior incident in Continue Reading
Report of Shooting in North Ridgeville Early Monday
North Ridgeville police and emergency crews responded early Monday morning to a reported shooting on Opal Street. The call, which came in around 7:39 a.m., stated that a male had been shot in the head, according to radio traffic monitored on public scanner feeds. A third-party caller reported the incident Continue Reading
Ohio Bill Could Change Marijuana and THC Drink Rules Statewide
Ohio lawmakers are debating a new bill that would change how people can use marijuana and THC products across the state. The plan, called Senate Bill 56, creates new rules for public use, home use, THC drinks, and where these products can be sold. Marijuana has been legal for adults Continue Reading
Sheffield Village Police Officer Dies Following On-Duty Medical Emergency
Lieutenant Aaron Bober passed away Friday after experiencing a medical emergency while on duty, according to a public statement issued by the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office extended condolences to the officer’s family, friends, and coworkers, noting his service both to Sheffield Village and to Lorain County. In Continue Reading
Serious Medical Incident Leads to Temporary Patrol Shift in Sheffield Village
According to a Facebook post shared by Lorain County 9-1-1, the Sheffield Village Police Department reported a serious medical incident involving one of its personnel. Because of the situation and its impact on staffing, the department stated that patrol coverage in Sheffield Village is currently being handled primarily by the Continue Reading
Morning Tractor-Trailer Rollover on Turnpike Brings Emergency Response
Elyria Township – A tractor-trailer rolled over on the Ohio Turnpike early this morning, prompting a response from Elyria Township firefighters.
Elyria Police Report Odd Drug Concealment Attempt After Midnight Arrest
Elyria police arrested a 29-year-old man early Thursday morning after a short foot chase and what officers described as several unusual attempts to conceal drug paraphernalia. The incident occurred around 12:16 a.m. in the area of Woodland Avenue and Spruce Street, according to the police report. Officers said they first Continue Reading
Cuyahoga County Mother Sues Roblox After Claiming Son Targeted by Online Predator
A Cuyahoga County mother has filed a federal lawsuit claiming Roblox failed to protect her 11-year-old son from an adult predator who contacted him through the gaming platform. The complaint states that the adult posed as another child, communicated with the boy through in-game features, and gradually groomed him into Continue Reading