Why are Black Squirrels and Chipmunks Found in Lakewood but not in Cleveland?
In the city of Lakewood, a peculiar phenomenon has been observed - the presence of black squirrels and chipmunks, which are notably absent in neighboring Cleveland. This has sparked a lively discussion among residents, with some expressing their amusement, while others are genuinely curious about the reasons behind...
Former Northeast Ohio police officer accused of voyeurism
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Christopher Pattie, a former police officer in several Northeast Ohio communities, has been charged with two counts of voyeurism in Willoughby Municipal Court. Eastlake police filed the charges last week. According to the criminal complaint, he used his cellphone to film upskirt videos. Four...
RTA considering service cuts, hiring freeze, overtime limitation
The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) is now on the chopping block for service cuts, a hiring freeze, elimination of vacant positions, and a limitation on overtime.
Unfavorable Reviews: The Worst Bars in Town
In a recent social media discussion, participants were asked to share their opinions on the worst bar in town. The criteria for this were broad, including aspects such as the quality of drinks, the demeanor of bartenders and servers, the overall atmosphere, business practices, the type of clientele, safety measures,...
Several homes hit by gunfire in Willowick
LAKE COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Several homes were hit by gunfire in Willowick early Tuesday morning. Willowick police said they received a call around 12:30 a.m. The shooting happened in the 30200 block of Oakdale Rd. Police confirmed nobody was injured. This is a developing story. Return to 19 News...
Northeast Ohio police department warns of coyotes
PEPPER PIKE, Ohio — Coyotes are extremely common in Ohio, and they've been documented in all 88 counties, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. But one local northeast Ohio police department said it receives reports of them from time to time and has given tips on what to do if Ohioans encounter one.
Standoff near Grant Elementary School in Willoughby ends in tragedy
WILLOUGHBY, Ohio (WOIO) - A situation involving Willoughby police prompting a lockdown Monday at Grant Elementary School on Lost Nation Road ends with a fatality. Willoughby police said it began with officers visiting a home near the school to investigate a report of domestic violence. Officers and deputies have...
11-year-old boy shot in Ohio neighborhood
An 11-year-old boy was shot in an Ohio neighborhood on Sunday afternoon.
One person arrested after pulling gun on driver in Ohio
OHIO — Solon Police arrested a 44-year-old Bedford man after another driver reported that he pointed a gun during an early morning traffic dispute. The incident occurred just after 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19, near the intersection of Solon Boulevard and Aurora Road. A 49-year-old man called police and provided the...
Garfield Heights disabled Navy veteran runs family bakery supplying cakes nationwide
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A disabled Navy veteran has transformed a family bakery that began as a neighborhood shop to a supplier found in grocery stores across the country. Mark Orahoske owns Park Avenue Muffin, which began in 1964. The family-run business was passed down to Orahoske four years ago when his father...

















