COLUMBUS — Ohio’s minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2026, following an annual inflation adjustment required under state law, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce. The minimum wage for non-tipped employees will rise to $11.00 per hour, up from $10.70 in 2025. The tipped minimum wage will increase Continue Reading
Lorain teen faces multiple felony firearm charges after December shooting
An 18-year-old Lorain man is facing multiple felony firearm charges following a December shooting incident that remains under investigation, according to Lorain Municipal Court records. Exzavier Anthony Louis Carrion, 18, was booked into the Lorain County Jail on December 18, 2025, following a traffic stop connected to reports of gunfire Continue Reading
Amherst Man Charged With OVI After Vehicle Strikes Pedestrian, Kills Dog
Amherst police are investigating a vehicle versus pedestrian crash that occurred Saturday afternoon and resulted in serious injuries to a local resident and the death of a dog. According to a media release from the Amherst Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area of Rome Beauty Drive and North Continue Reading
Lorain County Sheriff’s Office, Najia Foundation to Host Holiday Ham, Turkey and Toy Giveaway
The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Najia Foundation to host a holiday giveaway for local families during the Christmas season. The free community event will take place Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Top Fish and Chicken, located at 1509 Grafton Road in Continue Reading
Celebrations, Contracts and a Superintendent Vote Mark Lorain Schools Meeting
The Lorain City Schools Board of Education met Dec. 8, 2025, at Lorain High School, opening with student recognitions and a strong focus on attendance, arts and community support. Helen Steiner Rice Elementary students led the Pledge of Allegiance, and district leaders highlighted improved attendance efforts tied to incentives and Continue Reading
Record Property Sales Bring More Money Into Lorain County
Lorain County officials say strong home and property sales in 2025 have brought in more money than ever before through conveyance fees, a charge paid when real estate changes ownership. According to the Lorain County Auditor’s Office, property sales across the county have now topped $2 billion for the year. Continue Reading
After Sales Tax Defeat, Lorain County Turns to Internal Fixes
Lorain County Commissioners approved a series of year-end budget adjustments during their regular meeting on December 16, 2025, as officials described financial pressures affecting county operations, including funding needs tied to jail staffing costs. During the meeting, commissioners approved internal transfers involving sheriff’s office accounts after county staff said they Continue Reading
Lorain City Council Members Reflect on Service During Farewell Meeting
Outgoing members of Lorain City Council were given the opportunity to address the public following the adoption of formal resolutions honoring their service during the December 15, 2025 regular council meeting. Council unanimously approved individual resolutions recognizing Joanne Moon (5th Ward), Beth Henley (1st Ward), Dan Nutt (4th Ward), Sylvia Continue Reading
Mayor Presents Formal Values Statement to Lorain City Council
Lorain Mayor Jack Bradley formally presented and read aloud a values statement during the December 15, 2025 regular meeting of Lorain City Council, describing it as a guiding framework for city leadership during a time of increasing division and public tension. Bradley told council the idea emerged after attending a Continue Reading
Two Elyria Deli Employees Charged After False Robbery Report
ELYRIA — Two employees of an Elyria deli are facing criminal charges after police say they fabricated an armed robbery report that prompted a large police response Monday morning. According to the Elyria Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 9:14 a.m. on December 15 to Rubin’s Deli at 312 Continue Reading