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What you need to know Thursday, Dec. 24, 2020 WEATHER
Rain this morning will change to snow by the early afternoon as temperatures fall into the 20s by the late afternoon. One to 2 inches of snow could fall during the day, with another 7 inches possible overnight as temps dip into the teens. It will be breezy. Read more.
Local scores: Cavs 121, Charlotte Hornets 114 OVERNIGHT
There will be no Wake Up newsletter on Christmas Day. It will resume on Monday, Dec. 28.
School delays: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine had one more big piece of news related to the pandemic during his televised briefing Wednesday afternoon. As Emily Bamforth reports, the governor suggested school districts throughout the state consider delaying returning students to in-person classroom learning for at least a week after the holidays. The warning comes as the state still grapples with a significant number of cases of the deadly COVID-19 coronavirus.
Mask science: Wear a mask, but also, stay away! Science once again weighed in on the issue of whether wearing a mask is an effective means to keep people from getting sick with the coronavirus. The conclusion, according to Julie Washington’s latest report: Masks don’t do much good unless you’re also keeping a safe distance away from folks.
This Week in the CLE: Ohio lawmakers finished up their 2020 business Tuesday night without doing a thing to repeal or reform House Bill 6, the nuclear plant bailout laws at the center of what federal authorities say in the largest bribery scheme in Ohio history. We’re talking about the legislature’s failure to act on This Week in the CLE, cleveland.com's daily news podcast.
Who gets shots? Gov. Mike DeWine addressed who state health officials believe should get the next round of limited coronavirus vaccines. Emily Bamforth reports that the governor announced that people over the age of 65, people with certain severe developmental disabilities and adults in school buildings, including cafeteria workers and other staff, should get the shots after the state finishes up with healthcare workers and people who live in congregate care settings. New numbers: Ohio officials on Wednesday reported 7,790 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total case count in Ohio to 644,822. The number of people who have died with COVID-19 increased by 109 on Wednesday to 8,361 deaths in all, Laura Hancock reports. Cases are below the 21-day rolling average of 9,852. Deaths are above the 21-day average of 80.
Cleveland numbers: An additional 292 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed Wednesday in the city, Cliff Pinckard reports. The new cases bring the city’s overall total to 17,617 since the pandemic’s beginning, the Cleveland Department of Public Health says. There have been 180 deaths, but no new deaths were reported Wednesday.
FirstEnergy: Gov. Mike DeWine, staying mum on his views of whether FirstEnergy should be independently investigated, said Wednesday that the next leadership of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio would make that decision, Laura Hancock reports. On Monday, three former PUCO commissioners sent DeWine a letter saying PUCO needs to hire a law firm and consultant with forensic accounting and corporate responsibility experience to investigate FirstEnergy and make public its findings, and recommendations to the commission.
Mail headaches: The mayor of Akron hopes Santa’s little helpers at the United States Postal Service might consider reopening the sorting facility in the Rubber City to help alleviate unprecedented holiday delays in postal deliveries. Robin Goist explains how Mayor Dan Horrigan is urging USPS and Congress to think about reactivating the facility shuttered in 2015.
Crowd-free Cavs: With the Cavs opener on the horizon, Gov. Mike DeWine reiterated the strict limitations on attendance at indoor sporting events in Ohio. Cameron Fields explains what the rules are for indoor sporting during the pandemic, and how many folks the Cavs can expect in the stands as the season begins.
Fugitive charged: Federal authorities brought a weapons charge against a wanted man shot by a fugitive task force member at Cleveland’s Steelyard Commons two weeks ago. John Caniglia has some new details about the man and the incident that led to the shooting.
Slyman dies: Joseph Slyman, the namesake of the landmark Cleveland deli known for its towering corned beef sandwiches, has died. Slyman’s family made the announcement Tuesday via Facebook, according to Marc Bona’s report.
Home sales up (again): People are still buying homes. Eric Heisig reports that Ohio home sales in November were more than 14% higher than the same month last year, marking the fifth straight month of increased sales.
Let it snow: The National Weather Service says we might be in for a white Christmas, but has that forecast held? Parts of Northeast Ohio are under a winter weather warning, and Cameron Fields takes a look at what winter has in store for everyone having a safe, distanced holiday. As an added bonus, Cameron looks at all of the regional forecasts from various agencies and news outlets so you can compare and see later who was right.
LeBron gets another ring: Northeast Ohio’s favorite son received his fourth NBA championship ring during Tuesday night’s season opener (a Lakers loss to the Clippers). To help him celebrate, students from an Akron school funded by James' foundation took part in a video presentation of the ring, along with the Akron-native’s family. Check out the video and Robin Goist’s report.
Euclid settles: The city of Euclid settled an excessive force lawsuit filed by a man who said police officers pulled him out of a car and shot him with a Taser for no reason. John Caniglia writes that the settlement cost the city $475,000, and the case brought to light serious issues with the city police department’s excessive-force training.
Officer dragged: A Cleveland police officer is nursing a sore foot after a wanted man ran over his foot and dragged him with a police cruiser, according to a report from Kaylee Remington. The officer didn’t suffer serious injuries, and he and his partner are both recovering.
2020 Haikus: We asked our readers to submit haikus to give 2020 a farewell parting shot. It seemed only fair after what the year delivered to, well, everyone. So, how did readers do? Marc Bona has a collection of creative scribbles. Coping through COVID: Shaker Heights schoolteacher explains the stress and anxiety of in-person learning during the pandemic Read more
How will churches cope with normally crowded Christmas services during coronavirus pandemic? Read more
Police identify parents of child abandoned at Hinckley cemetery Read more
Construction worker struck while directing traffic in Coventry Read more
Tow truck pulling fire engine overturns, closing section of I-77 in Cleveland Read more
Kent State finds no evidence that hackers breached system in SolarWinds attack Read more
Solon council amends ordinance granting mayor extra authority Read more
Seven Hills mayor sees major street program, flooding solutions and park upgrades coming in 2021 Read more
Parma Heights mayor hopeful 2021 includes flooding solution projects Read more
Shortfall in Berea Municipal Court budget deemed ‘a pretty big deal’ Read more
Berea City Schools revises students’ return to in-person learning to Jan. 11 Read more
Hopeful Parma Mayor DeGeeter taking ‘cautious’ approach to 2021 Read more
Parma city council president completes 100th marathon to benefit All Faiths Pantry Read more
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