Cleveland, OH
Cleveland health inspectors looking into rat problem on Public Square
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Cleveland Division of Public Well being is trying right into a rising rat downside on Public Sq., that officers say might be an unintended consequence of development on the brand new Sherwin-Williams headquarters.
“The development and noise disturbance of their ordinary sewer hiding locations will drive them above floor,” saiid Amy Schmidt, the spokesperson for the well being division. “As well as, meals waste present in Public Sq. is a matter and one that may appeal to the rats.”
A 19 Information viewer referred to as the Troubleshooter tipline about the issue.
“I’ve seen rats scurrying about, not small rats however huge rats. Hopefully one thing will probably be completed about that quickly,” he mentioned.
The development venture started earlier this yr and is predicted to be accomplished in 2024.
“This downside ought to dissipate as soon as the development is completed,” mentioned Schmidt.
Within the meantime, she mentioned the well being division is discussing options with the Public Sq. Group Planning Fee.
Schmidt additionally urged residents, guests and enterprise house owners to get rid of meals sources, take away water sources and get rid of nesting and hiding areas.
Individuals can submit complaints to the well being division on-line by clicking right here.
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Cleveland, OH
Ohio troopers identify driver in deadly semi truck hit-skip as Cleveland man
Editor’s Note: This story contains previous video from 19 News.
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) – The Ohio State Highway Patrol says troopers have identified the driver of a semi-truck suspected in a deadly hit-skip in Tuscarawas County.
The driver is a 59-year-old Cleveland man whose name was not released. The highway patrol said the case is now with the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office.
According to the highway patrol, on Oct. 24 a semi-truck was driving north on IR-77 when he tried to make a U-turn through the median crossover near Strasburg.
Troopers said a second vehicle, driven by 78-year-old Dennis Alsept, was also driving north in the left lane of IR-77.
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Alsept then hit the semi, according to the highway patrol.
“He was a great man, he loved his family,” Alsept’s son-in-law, Andy Donaldson, said. “His family was his everything.”
Troopers said that the semi pulled onto the beam in the median and then continued going south on IR-77.
According to the highway patrol, Alsept was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
On Oct. 31, he died from those injuries.
“Accidents happen, however, he made a tragic mistake that day,” Donaldson said.
The crash remains under investigation, and the highway patrol said charges against the driver are forthcoming.
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Cleveland, OH
Man shot on Cleveland’s west side, police say
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland Police is investigating a shooting that occurred on the city’s west side Thursday morning.
Cleveland Police told 19 News that a man was shot near West 110th Street and Bernard Avenue.
The man, police said he approximately 38-years-old, was transported to the hospital.
Cleveland Police are investigating this incident and will deliver updates as they become available.
This is a developing story. Be sure to check back with 19 News for updates.
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Cleveland, OH
Cheapest gas prices for holiday travel in Cleveland
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.
TOP 10 LOWEST GAS PRICES IN CLEVELAND
MAP: GAS PRICES ACROSS CLEVELAND
PRICE TRENDS FOR CLEVELAND
HISTORICAL PRICE CHART
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