Citibank Settlement: Americans Could Receive Up to $850 for Robocalls

Citibank Settlement: Americans Could Receive Up to $850 for Robocalls

According to The Sun, Thousands of Americans could be eligible for a share of a $29.5 million settlement with Citibank, requiring only their phone records to claim their payment. Eligible consumers could receive up to $850 if they meet specific criteria. The settlement pertains to individuals who are not current or former Citibank customers but…

Direct Payments for Hot Topic Shoppers: $12.5M False Advertising Settlement

Direct Payments for Hot Topic Shoppers: $12.5M False Advertising Settlement

According to The Sun, Customers of Hot Topic, a well-known pop culture clothing and merchandise retailer, may be eligible for cash distributions following a class action lawsuit related to false advertising claims. The lawsuit alleged that Hot Topic misrepresented discounts on certain items, leading to claims of misleading advertisements that violated consumer protection laws in…

Ohio’s Criminal Record Law: A Pathway to Second Chances and New Opportunities
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Ohio’s Criminal Record Law: A Pathway to Second Chances and New Opportunities

Sealing and expunging criminal records offers individuals a chance to access safe housing and secure better employment opportunities, allowing many to start anew. In 2022, the Ohio legislature passed a law aimed at simplifying this process, prompting NBC4 Investigates to examine its impact in central Ohio. “Sometimes just knowing is the first step to helping…

Third Suspect Arrested in May Murder Case on Cleveland’s East Side
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Third Suspect Arrested in May Murder Case on Cleveland’s East Side

A third suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of Christie Bozeman, which occurred on May 3 in the Central neighborhood of the city. Marshae Davis, 34, was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals on Tuesday morning in Cleveland Heights. Davis is the third individual linked to Bozeman’s murder. Cashmere Cole, also…

Mother Faces Charges as Toddler Fights for Life in Hospital

Mother Faces Charges as Toddler Fights for Life in Hospital

A toddler is currently fighting for his life at Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. Amir Bennett, a once-joyful child who loved the color green, is now in critical condition, according to his grandmother, Shannon Boyd. “He was a great baby; he didn’t cry and smiled all the time,” she shared, reminiscing about Amir before the…

Cleveland Woman Convicted of Nephew’s Killing Uses Social Media to Seek Release
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Cleveland Woman Convicted of Nephew’s Killing Uses Social Media to Seek Release

Brittany Barksdale, a Cleveland woman convicted of killing her nephew in 2022, has recently stirred up significant online discussion by posting to social media using the hashtag #freeme. Barksdale was found guilty of reckless homicide after fatally shooting her 10-year-old nephew, Cayden Williams. The incident occurred in June 2022 when she was handling a firearm…

Local Woman Scammed Out of Thousands: What You Need to Know
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Local Woman Scammed Out of Thousands: What You Need to Know

Criminals are increasingly targeting the most vulnerable members of our communities, including a senior citizen from Berea who recently fell victim to a scam that cost her tens of thousands of dollars—money she simply cannot afford to lose. “I reacted without thinking,” said Debbie Carpenter. She received a pop-up message on her computer claiming to…

BrucePac Meat Recall Expands: Taco Kits Pulled from 30 States

BrucePac Meat Recall Expands: Taco Kits Pulled from 30 States

According to News Week, A meat recall involving BrucePac has now extended to 30 states, prompting the removal of several taco kits from store shelves due to concerns about potential listeria contamination. Oregon-based Reser’s Fine Foods announced on Friday that it is recalling seven types of meal kits, which include chicken supplied by BrucePac. These…

Sweet Corn Pancakes Recall Issued Over Undeclared Allergen Hazard

Sweet Corn Pancakes Recall Issued Over Undeclared Allergen Hazard

According to News Week, Sweet corn pancakes are being recalled over concerns they may contain wheat that was not listed on the product labels, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This recall affects Cachapa de Maiz Venezuelan pancakes, which are traditionally made from corn. Details of the Recall The recall involves pancakes…

Health Alert: Bacterial Contamination Leads to Widespread Mushroom Recall

Health Alert: Bacterial Contamination Leads to Widespread Mushroom Recall

According to News Week, Packets of enoki mushrooms have been recalled across the U.S. due to concerns of possible contamination with a “serious and sometimes fatal” species of bacteria, confirmed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall involves products from Enoki King Mushroom Farm, based in Ventura, California. Product Details and Distribution…