Resident’s stolen identity used to rent Texas apartment: Parma Police Blotter
Fraud, Oxford Drive: On Oct. 6, an Oxford Drive resident called police about identity theft. An arriving officer talked to the caller, who reported their identity was used by unknown person to rent an apartment in Texas. The suspicious tenant was then evicted for nonpayment, which resulted in a collection...
Laura’s Home helping awaiting families amid fears of lost SNAP benefits
People in Northeast Ohio are preparing to help fill the gap in anticipation of a halt in SNAP benefits when federal funding ends on Nov. 1 amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Watch: New video of Cleveland street racing before serious crash
New video released to the FOX 8 I-Team shows street racing that led to a violent crash with 10 vehicles damaged.
New Cleveland apartment building addresses affordable housing for seniors
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A new apartment building is coming to Cleveland’s Clark Fulton neighborhood. The $19 million project will be exclusively for seniors. The Walton apartments will feature 52 units, offering 1 and 2 bedroom options. Each unit will have its own washer and dryer. There will also...
Video: Officers rescue man from drowning in Ohio lagoon
Police officers from University Circle and University Hospitals Main Campus rescued a man who was struggling in the Wade Park Lagoon and performed CPR to revive him.
MetroHealth officially cuts free charity care for some Cuyahoga County residents
CLEVELAND, Ohio — In an effort to stem its ballooning charity care costs, MetroHealth on Thursday launched a new financial assistance policy that eliminates 100% free charity care for some uninsured and underinsured Cuyahoga County residents, the health system said Thursday. MetroHealth is also encouraging such...
Honoring a Local Legacy: East Cleveland’s James E. Smith Celebrates 45 Years of Safe...
This autumn, the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) is recognizing James “Jimmy” E. Smith for 45 years of safe driving and 47 years of service. Smith joined GCRTA in 1978. He is known for his patience, professionalism, and care for passengers. He started his career after a friend suggested he apply...
Democratic Mayors to Washington D.C.: Get your act together and fund SNAP
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Mayor Justin Bibb joined Democratic mayors from across the country Thursday to deliver a message to Washington D.C.: Fund SNAP. Perhaps the strongest words came from Mayor Randall Woodfin of Birmingham, Alabama, who said “We hope, but we demand, that those in D.C. get their act together and do right...
Parma Student Hit by Car Outside Normandy High Just Before Start of School Day
A Hillside Middle School student was struck by a vehicle Wednesday morning while crossing Pleasant Valley Road in front of Normandy High School, according to Normandy Principal Rachel Urban. The student was able to walk to the ambulance and communicate with staff following the incident, according to the statement...
Beloved Cleveland restaurant owner receives cutting edge treatment after stroke
CLEVELAND — If you've ever dined at Tommy's in Cleveland Heights, there's a good chance you've seen the restaurant's namesake working in the back. Amiable and dedicated, restaurant owner Tommy Fello is a fixture in the Cleveland community. Fello said he's worked 60 to 80 hours a week at...

















