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Browns owners commit only to Northeast Ohio, leaving questions about future stadium site
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Cleveland Browns have called the city and the downtown lakefront home for decades but in a news conference on Monday, co-owner Jimmy Haslam would only commit to keeping the team in Northeast Ohio.
“These things take time. The only thing Dee [Haslam] and I will say for sure is we’re not leaving northeastern Ohio. That’s for sure. Our preference is to be on the lakefront but we have to see how things play out. It will be fluid and there will be bumps on the road. It may be different in three months,” Mr. Haslam said.
Mrs. Haslam reiterated that the team hopes to continue playing at the current stadium, but with major renovations to the facility and surrounding area.
“Number one, we want to continue having conversations about how we remodel the stadium and stay vibrant on the lakefront. We thing it’s really critical for the community. The lakefront is a just an important process. Outside of us, the lakefront in Cleveland has to be developed,” she said.
But it was the comments made by Mr. Haslam that sparked new questions about exactly what the ownership group is hoping for.
“I think plan B is going to the suburbs and I think they’re going to threaten the city with it eventually,” said ESPN Cleveland radio host Tony Rizzo. “What I’m saying is, if the Browns were smart, and they are. They’ll have a plan B if the city doesn’t want to play ball with them.”
A spokesperson for Mayor Justin Bibb’s confirmed to 19 News the city is still engaged in active stadium talks with the Browns, but the said the city did not have any updates on the progress.
The Haslams said representatives from the organization continue to speak with representatives from city, county and state offices on a regular basis.
Earlier this year, real estate writer Ken Prendergast wrote on his NEOtrans blog that the Haslams actually favored new construction away from the lakefront.
“My understanding is they would still like to consider options and this is still a fluid situation,” he told 19 News on Tuesday.
Citing his sources, Prendergast said the Haslams have looked into a site just east of downtown, potentially on the site of the current post office at 2400 Orange Ave. near Progressive Field.
It’s unclear if the Browns have identified any possible sites outside of the city, but Prendergast isn’t optimistic a logical site exists.
“It’s possible but where do you build in the suburbs that’s close to an interstate county that has that kind of land? Unless you’re going to convince the county to give up the jail site, I don’t see it anywhere near close to highways and where population is,” he said.
“It’s not a done deal. Until they have signed contracts, anything and everything is possible,” Prendergast added.
The Browns lease with the city expires in 2028.
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As more than 4.9 million Ohioans head out for their holiday plans, they may save a few bucks on gas this year compared to previous years.
Gas prices are expected to be lower for the holiday period this year compared to last year. During the last two weeks of 2023, gas prices sat around $3.12, according to AAA.
Below, you’ll find the 10 lowest-priced stations today in the Cleveland area along with a gas price map and a look at what a gallon cost in the recent past. The information is all powered by by Gas Buddy.
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Cleveland, OH – Snow showers are expected to return to Northeast Ohio Thursday morning, bringing slick conditions to area roadways. Drivers along I-90 and other major routes should prepare for reduced visibility and icy spots as temperatures linger near freezing.
According to the National Weather Service, light snow will fall intermittently through the morning hours before giving way to cloudy skies. Highs will reach just 34°F with light winds from the northwest, making for a cold and damp day. Residents are advised to allow extra travel time during the morning commute and to exercise caution while driving.
By Thursday night, temperatures will drop to 31°F with an increased chance of snow showers after midnight. Accumulations are expected to be minimal, with less than half an inch likely in most areas. However, conditions will worsen heading into Friday.
Snow showers will intensify Friday morning, potentially mixing with rain before transitioning to all snow by the afternoon. Highs will peak near 37°F, but a sharp drop in temperatures late in the day could create dangerous refreezing on untreated roads.
Looking ahead, Cleveland can expect colder weather this weekend, with highs around 30°F on Saturday and just 27°F on Sunday. Snow showers will taper off by Saturday evening, but Sunday’s biting wind chills will make for a frigid close to the week.
Stay up to date on road conditions and prepare for winter travel by checking local weather updates.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland police are searching for an “armed and dangerous” suspect in the deadly shooting of a 32-year-old man Tuesday evening.
According to police, Nicholas Mizikar was found shot to death inside a SUV in the city’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood.
Cleveland police said their investigation led them to William Abney, 28, who is now wanted for aggravated murder.
Cleveland police say Abney is accused of shooting Mizikar twice at point blank range, killing him instantly.
The shooting happened around 10:40 p.m. in the 2600 block of Saratoga Avenue.
According to police, Abney’s last known address is on Fairville Avenue in Cleveland.
He is also known to frequent the area where the murder took place.
Abney is described by police 5-feet-9 and 150 pounds.
Investigators say he is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on Abney’s whereabouts is asked to contact Cleveland police.
You can also contact U.S. Marshals at 1-866-4-WANTED.
A reward may be available.
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