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Judge Leslie Ann Celebrezze resigned after being charged with a felony for tampering with public records and funneling courtroom work to her friend, Mark Dottore, amid ongoing investigations and disciplinary actions for misconduct.
Cocaine has surpassed opioids, including fentanyl, as the leading cause of overdose deaths in Cuyahoga County, marking a significant shift in drug-related fatalities and highlighting the need for new prevention strategies, especially targeting Black communities and stimulant use.
The Cleveland Browns are advocating for a $1.2 billion public subsidy to help fund a $2.4 billion domed stadium in Brook Park, arguing it would attract major events to the region. However, the team has not disclosed detailed financing plans, and Cuyahoga County has already declined to contribute, with state funding also uncertain.
Bionca Ellis has been indicted on multiple charges, including aggravated murder, for the stabbing of three-year-old Julian Wood and his mother, Margot Wood, at a North Olmsted Giant Eagle. The incident occurred after Ellis stole knives from a nearby thrift store. The investigation is ongoing, and Ellis's arraignment is scheduled for June 10.
Ohio is currently experiencing a high level of flu-like symptoms, with the state reporting more cases than anywhere else in the country. Data from the Ohio Department of Health shows an increase in influenza-like illnesses, particularly in Cuyahoga County, which has the highest flu hospitalization rate in the state. The latest numbers reflect the week ending Feb. 24, 2024, and the health department emphasizes that it's not too late to get vaccinated against the flu.
Pammy Maye, accused of kidnapping and killing 5-year-old Darnell Taylor, is in jail in Cuyahoga County after being arrested in Brooklyn, Ohio. Maye's husband called 911 to report Taylor's death, leading to an AMBER Alert. Maye was found walking suspiciously and later revealed the location of Taylor's body. She is currently being held in the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center.
COVID-19 cases in Ohio have been increasing for five consecutive weeks, with reported cases rising from 7,511 to 8,557 this week. In Cuyahoga County, cases increased by 9% to 482. However, local hospitalizations remain low. Health officials urge people to get vaccinated, as partial protection is better than none. The CDC advises wearing masks, getting tested, and self-quarantining if exposed to COVID-19. Symptoms to watch for include fever, cough, and shortness of breath.