Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Playful Post: Captain Mackey Dubbed the ‘Waldo’ of Law Enforcement Gear
In a light-hearted social media update from the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's department, Captain Mackey has been humorously compared to the elusive character from the children's puzzle book series, Waldo. Captain Mackey, last sighted within the confines of the department's uniform maze, has been diligently working to...
Man pleads guilty to role in jewelry theft ring that included Great Lakes Mall
A 55-year-old New York man has pled guilty to a charge of conspiracy to sell and receive stolen goods in connection with a ring of jewelry robberies across the country, including two at a store at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor. On Jan. 28, the FBI announced that Salim...
Bodycam video: Dogs rescued from Dead Man’s Curve
Newly released body camera footage from the Cleveland Division of Police shows the tense moments officers responded to reports of two dogs on Interstate 90 Westbound near Dead Man’s Curve.
4 Major Retail Closures Hitting Cleveland This February 2026
OHIO - Cleveland is known for its grit, but the start of 2026 is testing the city’s resilience. While the "National Shutdown Day" headlines are dominating social media, the real impact is being felt on local corners—from a beloved brewery in Kamm's Corners to the bustling entertainment district of the Flats.
One shot in Cleveland parking lot overnight
One person was taken to the hospital after an overnight shooting in Cleveland.
Illegal skimming devices removed from Cleveland businesses as part of Secret Service outreach operation
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - As part of a nationwide crackdown of Electronic Benefit Transfer fraud and payment card skimming, the U.S. Secret Service removed illegal skimming devices in Cleveland in late January. The outreach was conducted in multiple cities, including Cleveland, Cincinnati, Seattle and Denver....
Arraignment for Mentor mother charged after 2 kids, including 1 who is autistic, found...
MENTOR, Ohio (WOIO) - A Mentor mother facing criminal charges after police said her three-year-old and eight-year-old daughters were found outside in the bitter cold, pleaded not guilty at her arraignment in Mentor Municipal Court Monday. Laura Beitler, 36, is charged with two counts of endangering children. She...
Best Frozen Tater Tots Ranked: 20 Brands Tested for National Tater Tot Day
CLEVELAND, Ohio — It’s National Tater Tot Day (Feb. 2), and frankly, that’s something worth celebrating — one golden, crispy bite at a time. More fun than fries, sturdier than mashed and endlessly snackable, tater tots are the little potato heroes that never let us down. Whether they’re piled next to a burger,...
Cleveland’s Most Romantic Restaurants: Dining Guide
Why we love it: Overlooking the waterfalls in the heart of Chagrin Falls, this modern American dining room pairs its stunning views with an inviting, stylish interior. Leather banquettes, soft lighting and wood-topped tables create a gentle glow against floor-to-ceiling windows, while the menu leans into house-made...
Post Malone, Jelly Roll announce tour stop in Cleveland
Two of the biggest names in music, Post Malone and Jelly Roll, are going back on tour.
