Cleveland

Former East Cleveland Police Commander Convicted in Cover-Up of Fatal High-Speed Chase

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CLEVELAND, Ohio – A former East Cleveland police commander, known by the nickname “Pac Man,” was found guilty Thursday on multiple charges related to his involvement in two high-speed police chases, one resulting in a fatality. The verdict concluded a trial that highlighted significant breaches in law enforcement conduct and oversight. The Cuyahoga County jury convicted Larry McDonald on eight out of ten counts, including tampering with records, obstructing official business, dereliction of duty, tampering with evidence, and telecommunications fraud. This case underscores ongoing concerns regarding accountability in police operations. During the trial, prosecutors detailed … Read more

Cleveland Clings to Browns Amid Legal Tussle Over Team’s Proposed Move to Brook Park

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Cleveland, Ohio — Tensions are escalating in Cleveland as local authorities have initiated a lawsuit aiming to challenge the Cleveland Browns’ potential relocation. On Tuesday, the city filed in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court, contending that the Browns’ ownership is violating state law, potentially derailing plans or compelling a sale of the team to local buyers. The lawsuit leverages the “Modell law,” named after Art Modell who infamously moved the original Browns team to Baltimore in 1996. This Ohio state law was designed to prevent professional sports teams that benefit from taxpayer-funded facilities from relocating … Read more

Cleveland County Judge Rules State Board’s Decision Against Transgender Student Unconstitutional

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NORMAN, Okla. — A judge in Cleveland County has declared that the Oklahoma State Board of Education’s (OSBE) decision to downgrade the accreditation status of Norman Public Schools infringed upon the constitutional rights of a transgender student. The ruling underscores a developing conflict between state policy and individual civil liberties. In his decision, District Judge Thad Balkman determined that the OSBE’s actions were directed specifically at a policy adopted by the school district intended to protect transgender students’ rights. This policy allows transgender students to use bathroom facilities that correspond with their gender identity. Norman … Read more

Cleveland Court Clerk Warns Against Rising Jury Duty Scams Demanding Fines and Jail Time

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Norman, Oklahoma – Authorities in Cleveland County are alerting residents to a recently identified surge in deceptive operations where scammers impersonate legal officials to extort money. The deceit involves misleading victims by falsely claiming they have missed jury duty and thus face penalties, including fines or incarceration. Marylin Williams, the Court Clerk of Cleveland County, has expressed concerns regarding the growing prevalence of these scams, especially through unrequested phone calls, emails, visits, or letters. These imposters often intimidate residents by suggesting that non-compliance with jury duties may result in financial or legal repercussions. According to … Read more