University Circle Police offers free self-defense training for unarmed first responders and healthcare workers
UNIVERSITY CIRCLE, Ohio — University Circle Police are providing specialized self-defense training to help unarmed first responders and nursing professionals protect themselves while serving their communities. The department is hosting two free training sessions designed specifically for healthcare workers and...
What our 19-year-old cat taught us about love, aging and saying goodbye: Leslie Kouba
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Anyone who has ever shared life with a fuzzy four-legged family member knows how painful it is when a pet dies. Those who have never loved a precious dog, cat, bunny or other affectionate animal companion really can’t understand the heartbreak. It’s a different kind of grief. One that we’ve gone...
800 grams of cocaine, guns, and cash found, Ohio man arrested after search
Over 800 grams of cocaine were found, and one man was arrested after a search warrant was served on Tuesday.
Elyria City Schools mourn the loss of third grade student
ELYRIA, Ohio (WOIO) - Elyria City Schools shared on social media the devastating news of a cherished third grade student who passed away this weekend. According to Elyria City Schools on Facebook, the student, Brian Correa, passed away following a brief illness. Brian’s teacher at Elyria’s Hamilton Elementary...
1 dead, 3 injured in shooting on Cleveland’s east side
The Cleveland Police Department is investigating a shooting in Cleveland that left a 24-year-old man dead early Saturday morning, according to Sgt. Wifredo Diaz.
This major restaurant chain will close all 736 locations for 24 hours
Texas Roadhouse will shut its doors at all 736 locations on Christmas Day, continuing the steakhouse chain’s annual practice of giving employees the holiday off to spend with their families. The restaurant chain will provide more than 10,000 workers nationwide with a day off on Dec. 25, 2025, according...
Northeast Ohioans gather for first night of Hanukkah
Despite a fatal mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, many Northeast Ohioans gathered for the lighting of the first candle on the Menorah on Sunday.
Annual Luncheon Celebrates Trailblazing Women in Cuyahoga County
Cuyahoga County, OH. - The Women's Commission of Education and Training, along with their sister organization, The Black Women's Commission of Cuyahoga County, held their annual luncheon at the VIVA Restaurant and Grill in Maple Heights, OH.
Warming Centers prepare for dangerous cold weather
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - David Churbock is gearing up for another packed night at the Akron Emergency Overnight Shelter. 19 News weather team is forecasting temperatures reaching single digits into the weekend. That means Churbock has his hands full preparing beds, food and clothes to give out. He said the...
LIST: School closings, delays in Northeast Ohio
About a dozen schools in northeast Ohio have closed or delayed classes for Monday as a Lake Effect Snow Warning continues into the morning hours.

















