FirstEnergy ordered to pay $100 million for its role in Ohio bribery scheme

FirstEnergy ordered to pay $100 million for its role in Ohio bribery scheme

(AP) – Akron-based FirstEnergy Corp., entangled in a $60 million bribery scandal, has been slapped with a $100 million civil penalty by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for misleading investors about its involvement in the corruption scheme. The SEC’s cease and desist order reveals that FirstEnergy violated antifraud provisions by concealing its role…

Northeast Ohio haunted houses named among top-rated in the US

Northeast Ohio haunted houses named among top-rated in the US

CLEVELAND (WJW) – Get ready for a spine-tingling Halloween season without venturing far from home. Four haunted houses in the Cleveland area have earned spots on the prestigious “top haunts” list for 2024, as recognized by the Haunted Attraction Association (HAA). The HAA, the industry’s official certification body, annually highlights the top 50 haunted attractions…

ALERT: New beverage illegal in Indiana, selling in NE Ohio

ALERT: New beverage illegal in Indiana, selling in NE Ohio

OHIO (WJW) — The adult beverage market is expanding with the introduction of New Brew, a unique drink that is stirring up interest across the country. However, its availability is not uniform, with some states and counties restricting its sale. What Makes New Brew Different? New Brew stands out because it does not contain alcohol….

“23-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting of Father, Painesville Police Report”
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“23-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting of Father, Painesville Police Report”

PAINESVILLE, Ohio (WOIO) — A Painesville man was fatally shot by his son early Sunday morning, according to Painesville Police. Officers responded to reports of a shooting at 12:53 a.m. in the 300 block of Stanford Street. Upon arrival, they discovered a 67-year-old man had been shot and killed in his home by his 23-year-old…

“8-Year-Old Drives to Target and Hits Mailbox, Bedford Police Report”
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“8-Year-Old Drives to Target and Hits Mailbox, Bedford Police Report”

BEDFORD, Ohio (WOIO) — An 8-year-old girl drove herself to a Target store in Bainbridge, a journey that took 24 minutes, according to a Bedford Police report. Bedford Police were called around 9 a.m. to report a missing child and a missing vehicle from a home on Greencroft Road. Authorities issued a “Be on the…

“Brunswick Police Address Social Media Threat Targeting School District”
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“Brunswick Police Address Social Media Threat Targeting School District”

BRUNSWICK, Ohio (WOIO) — Brunswick Police are investigating a social media threat directed at the Brunswick City School District that was reported on Friday. The threat, which was posted on Snapchat, was also received by several other school districts. Brunswick Police have determined that the threat is not credible. The department has issued the following…

“Cleveland Police Announce Buckeye-Shaker Sobriety Checkpoints for Safety”
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“Cleveland Police Announce Buckeye-Shaker Sobriety Checkpoints for Safety”

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) — Cleveland Police will hold a sobriety checkpoint on Buckeye Avenue this Sunday night. The checkpoint will be set up on Buckeye Avenue between East 124th Street and East 126th Street from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. on Monday. The purpose of this initiative is to decrease the number of alcohol-related accidents…

BIG UPDATE: Your old iPhone could be worth big bucks. Here’s what to look for

BIG UPDATE: Your old iPhone could be worth big bucks. Here’s what to look for

(NEXSTAR) – While the latest iPhone models are now available for preorder, it’s the earlier generations that are capturing the most attention — and dollars — from collectors. With Gen Xers and Millennials reminiscing about the tech of their youth, some are willing to pay top dollar for vintage iDevices. “The rarity, scarcity, and collectability…