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| What you need to know Friday, Oct. 1, 2021 WEATHER
The string of sunny days continues today and Saturday, with highs expected to reach the low 70s today and the mid-70s Saturday. Showers and thunderstorms are possible Saturday night and through Sunday. Temps will be in the low 70s Sunday. Read more.
Local scores: Indians 6, Royals 1 NFL schedule: Browns at Minnesota Vikings, 1 p.m. Sunday, U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minn. TV: WOIO Channel 19. Radio: WKRK FM/92.3; WNCX FM/98.5; WKNR AM/850. OVERNIGHT
Pat DeWine: Ohio Supreme Court Justice Pat DeWine says he doesn’t plan to recuse himself from hearing a trio of lawsuits challenging new state House and Senate districts that his father, Gov. Mike DeWine, voted to approve. Andrew Tobias reports Justice DeWine previously has recused himself from lawsuits involving decisions made by his father, including as recently as last month, when he wanted to “avoid the appearance of impropriety.” But in the redistricting cases, Justice DeWine said his father was just one of seven members of the Ohio Redistricting Commission, which approved the maps.
Missed deadline: Responsibility for drawing new congressional districts for Ohio officially will pass to a seven-member commission of elected officials after Republican state lawmakers failed to introduce or pass a map proposal before a Thursday legal deadline, Andrew Tobias reports. The Ohio Redistricting Commission, on which Republicans hold five of seven seats, now has until Oct. 31 to approve new district lines. Any maps, which would be in effect for 10 years, must get approval from the commission’s two Democrats.
Booster shots: The Cleveland Clinic is now scheduling the COVID-19 vaccine booster shot for qualified Clinic patients and nonpatients, it announced Thursday. Julie Washington reports that Clinic patients can schedule their booster shot via MyChart or by calling 216-448-4117. Non-Clinic patients can call the scheduling phone number. Clinic schedulers are available Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Severance Hall: One of the most iconic buildings in Cleveland is about to be renamed in response to a major gift to one of the city’s treasured institutions. Zachary Lewis reports that on Thursday, the Cleveland Orchestra announced that Severance Hall will be dubbed Severance Music Center in light of a $50 million grant from the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation. The main venue in the building will be renamed Mandel Concert Hall. East Cleveland: Most chases involving East Cleveland police officers stem from a minor traffic violation, such as tinted windows or a broken taillight. But Cashay Carter believes officers chased her car for no reason at all. Olivia Mitchell reports on Carter, who is currently serving a one-year prison sentence at a women’s correctional facility for a chase she believes was improper. She pleaded guilty to carrying concealed weapons and attempted failure to comply with the order or signal of police officer, but she feels officers never had any reason to stop her car.
This Week in the CLE: After facing opposition from business and medical organizations, Democrats and some Republicans, a bill that would allow businesses to mandate coronavirus vaccines was sent back to committee for more work. We’re talking about why support for the bill collapsed on This Week in the CLE, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast.
COVID cases: Ohio coronavirus cases per 100,000 residents over the last two weeks averaged 616.7, according to the Ohio Department of Health, the first time in 12 weeks that the state has seen a decrease. Laura Hancock reports that Ohio’s per capita rate announced Thursday decreased from 698.7 cases per capita on Sept. 23.
Schools and COVID: The Cincinnati Public Schools once again reported the most new cases of COVID-19 among students and staff members in the latest weekly update from the Ohio Department of Health. Alexis Oatman reports the school district had 192 new student cases and 36 new staff cases, according to the data. The Cleveland Metropolitan School District reported the fourth-highest number of new infections this week, with 86 among students and 16 among staff.
Judicial nominations: As part of an effort to appoint federal judges who reflect the nation’s diversity, President Joe Biden on Thursday announced a trio of Northeast Ohio nominees, all of whom the administration described as “extraordinarily qualified, experienced, and devoted to the rule of law and our Constitution.” Sabrina Eaton reports that David Augustin Ruiz, Charles Esque Fleming and Bridget Meehan Brennan all would serve on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio if they’re confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Unemployment fraud: Private-sector figures who have been working with Ohio’s much-criticized unemployment system to reduce a massive wave of fraudulent claims defended the state’s anti-fraud efforts during a legislative hearing Thursday. Ohio unemployment officials have known since the summer of 2020 that they were being targeted by scammers on a massive scale, Jeremy Pelzer reports. But other states have taken even longer to act, said Haywood Talcove, CEO of LexisNexis Risk Solutions Government Group.
Tripping lawsuit: A man who fell down the stairs at a Cleveland home when he tripped over a pair of his then-fiancee’s shoes cannot sue her, an appeals court held Thursday. Cory Shaffer reports John Walworth suffered several broken bones and racked up more than $80,000 in medical bills after he fell down his now-wife Judy Khoury’s basement steps in February 2018, his attorney argued in court filings. Walworth said he didn’t see her shoes because he was carrying a box of vinegar into her basement for her.
Prison population: Of the 43,200 inmates in state prisons, the Allen-Oakwood Correctional Institution in Lima has the most: 3,513. There are 28 state prisons in Ohio, and Laura Hancock lists the 10 most populated.
Gun case: A federal judge Thursday added nearly five years to the prison sentence of a felon who shot at Cleveland police officers. John Caniglia reports U.S. District Judge Patricia Gaughan ordered Darryl Borden of Cleveland to serve 57 months in prison after he completes the seven-to-10-year term Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Judge Michael Russo gave him in June for the shooting.
Akron Zoo lions: Five African lions at the Akron Zoo have tested positive for COVID-19, the zoo announced Thursday. Cameron Fields reports the lions are believed to have been exposed to the virus by a staff member who later tested positive. They will remain in their habitat, the zoo’s Pride of Africa area, as they are treated for their symptoms.
Child care: An issue plaguing the workforce even before COVID-19 hit --- access to safe, quality child care -- has only worsened since the pandemic began. Hannah Drown reports Ohio business owners and industry experts discussed what caused the child-care crisis, how the pandemic has impacted the issue and what people can do about it during a Wednesday webinar by The Hunt Institute.
Renoir portrait: Three years before he died in the disastrous Franco-Prussian war of 1870-71, the young French Impressionist Frédéric Bazille painted a remarkably fresh and lifelike portrait of his friend and colleague, the painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Steven Litt reports the portrait of Renoir, which sparkles with crisp, distinct brushstrokes, is among the latest round of acquisitions announced Thursday by the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Geneva-on-the-Lake: The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake is one of the region’s crown jewels, but with the state slated to take control of it in 2022, its future is uncertain. Susan Glaser reports on her adventures at the lodge and why she hopes its beauty can remain while under the state’s control.
State park lodges: The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake in Ashtabula County is the most popular resort in the state park system, and the most expensive. Susan Glaser reports on the top 10 most popular state park lodges in Ohio.
Things to do: “The Lion King” is starting a two-week run at Playhouse Square, and the Cleveland Horror Fest, an inaugural film festival, is coming to Atlas Cinemas in Shaker Square. Joey Morona reports on activities to do this weekend as fall gets underway.
'Shang-Chi': The bus fight scene in "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" is one of the most memorable moments of the film, with Shang-Chi, played by Simu Liu, fending off multiple assassins. Destin Daniel Cretton, the film’s director, breaks down the scene for cleveland.com’s sister site, Vanity Fair.
NFL mementos: Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker made an NFL record 66-yard field goal last Sunday against the Detroit Lions, and Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jamal Agnew ran back a short field-goal attempt for a record-tying 109 yards against the Arizona Cardinals. Marc Bona reports that Tucker’s white jersey, black pants and socks, as well as Agnew’s game-used shoes, are now displayed at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Stunning sunflowers: Prayers From Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon in full bloom (photos) Read more
Man stabs roommate during argument at Akron residence, police say Read more
Ohio ex-lawyer accused of stealing over $500,000 from elderly client Read more
Topgolf Live Stadium Tour under way at Progressive Field Read more
Middleburg Heights secures $135,000 grant for firefighter gear Read more
Middleburg Heights townhome project scrapped, new subdivision proposed Read more
After years of frugality, Richmond Heights will soon be debt free Read more
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