RITTMAN, Ohio — Four people are dead, including a Rittman police officer, following a violent night in Wayne County.

Speaking to reporters in the early morning hours, Sheriff Tom Ballinger said that the dispatch center received 911 calls around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday “for some type of disturbance and shots fired.” Responding officers immediately started taking fire, according to the sheriff.

What Ballinger told reporters:

Rittman officer killed

One police officer was killed, and two others were injured. A K9 from the sheriff’s department was also injured. Ballinger said the suspect and two victims are dead.

The department has identified the fallen officer as Sgt. Scott Ries.

“Sgt. Ries served the Rittman Police Department with honor and courage. Throughout his service, Sgt. Ries demonstrated an enduring commitment to protecting others and upholding the values of our department. Our hearts are broken with this unimaginable loss. The incident remains under active investigation with BCI. We are grateful for the outpouring (of) support from our community and law enforcement partners,” Rittman Police said in a news release Monday morning.

Wayne County Coroner Dr. Amy Jolliff told News 5’s Bob Jones the suspect was a 38-year-old man, and the victims were a woman and her teen daughter who were killed before the officer was killed, and the suspect killed himself.

The officer died at the hospital in Akron.

The Bureau of Criminal Investigation is handling the investigation. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded.

A News 5 crew was on scene around Cheyenne Drive as they saw drones and a helicopter in the air. They also watched as law enforcement ran through front lawns and backyards, and asked residents how many people were in their house. Their focus appeared to be on a two-story home.

Vehicles from the sheriff’s department and Rittman, Wooster and Smithville police departments, some of which had bullet holes, were towed from the scene.

Watch Nadeen Abusada’s report:

Vehicles with bullet holes where officer was shot

Last night, the Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol asked people to avoid the area near Rittman High School.

UPDATE: The game is now expected to start at 3:30p.m. ET.

Sunday’s Chicago White Sox-Cleveland Guardians game at Progressive Field has entered an inclement-weather delay.

The AL Central matchup was scheduled for Sunday afternoon in Cleveland, but weather moved into the area before the game could settle into its normal rhythm. Rain and thunderstorm risk had been in the forecast throughout the day, with conditions creating another delay in a series already shaped by weather.

This is the second weather interruption of the weekend between the White Sox and Guardians. Friday’s game was delayed for 1 hour, 55 minutes after Miguel Vargas hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the fifth inning. Cleveland later came back to win 4-3 in 10 innings, using the delay to reset a game Chicago had briefly seized.

The Guardians entered the weekend fighting to protect position near the top of the AL Central, while the White Sox have been trying to steady themselves after a rough stretch and a taxed bullpen.

Looking for today’s MLB weather forecast? Below you’ll find every MLB game with its rain delay or postponement risk, along with fantasy baseball and sports betting impacts from today’s MLB Rain Delay Watch.

Today’s MLB Weather Forecast

• Highest Delay Risk: White Sox at Guardians — persistent thunderstorms throughout the game window with no clear break
• Expected Postponements: Cleveland remains a postponement candidate if storms fail to clear
• Most Significant Wind: Wrigley Field with 10 mph NNE winds blowing in off Lake Michigan, suppressing offense
• Primary Weather Story: A storm complex stretches from Cleveland through New York and Cincinnati, creating meaningful delay risk at three open-air venues while extreme heat dominates the South and Southwest

At-a-Glance Weather Table

Highest Rain Delay Risk Games Today

White Sox at Guardians (2:00 p.m. ET)

Delay Risk: HIGH

Cleveland faces the most concerning weather setup on today’s slate. Thunderstorms are active throughout the game window with 54-63% precipitation probability at every hour. Unlike other locations where storms build later, Progressive Field deals with persistent activity before, during, and after first pitch. No clear window exists for uninterrupted play. Postponement remains a realistic outcome if storms refuse to break, and multiple delays appear likely even if the game begins.

Twins at Yankees (1:35 p.m. ET)

Delay Risk: HIGH

Thunderstorm probability escalates rapidly throughout this game — starting at 19% near first pitch and reaching 54% by 4:00 p.m. ET. East winds and high dewpoints near 70°F create an unstable atmosphere that supports storm development as the afternoon progresses. The game could start on time, but later innings face a significant risk of interruption. A mid-game delay appears increasingly likely as storms build across the metro area.

Orioles at Reds (1:05 p.m. ET)

Delay Risk: MODERATE

Cincinnati presents a building threat rather than an immediate one. Thunderstorm chances sit at 22% near first pitch but climb steadily to 40% by 3:00 p.m. and 55-60% after 5:00 p.m. The game should start without issue, and early innings appear playable. Late-inning interruptions become increasingly plausible if storms arrive on the earlier end of their forecast window. Postponement remains unlikely, but a brief delay in the final innings is a reasonable possibility.

Games Expected to Play Without Weather Issues

• Phillies at Royals — Sunny skies with only a 10% precipitation chance and light north winds at Kauffman Stadium. Ideal afternoon baseball conditions.
• Padres at Dodgers — Clear evening weather with zero precipitation risk and comfortable temperatures cooling through the mid-70s.
• Blue Jays at Mariners — Sunny and 70°F with zero rain chance in Seattle. T-Mobile Park’s roof likely remains open to take advantage of perfect conditions.

DFS & Betting Weather Outlook

Cardinals at Cubs

Wrigley Field’s 10 mph NNE wind blowing directly in off Lake Michigan creates meaningful offensive suppression on a day when temperatures sit at just 73°F — well below the July average. The combination of cool air and sustained inward wind reduces fly-ball carry and home-run potential significantly. Pitchers gain a notable edge, and DFS players should think twice before stacking this game. Conditions favor the under in a park that usually rewards patience for wind direction.

Giants at Rockies

Coors Field at 90°F with sunny skies and dry air delivers its typical elevated offensive environment. Light east winds create a mostly neutral profile, but elevation and warm temperatures still favor hitters in all areas. DFS stacks carry reliable floor value, and the thin air continues to support over potential regardless of pitching matchup.

White Sox at Guardians

Delay risk creates the most significant strategic concern on today’s slate. Starting pitchers face workload uncertainty if storms interrupt play, and DFS lineups built around Cleveland carry postponement risk. Bettors should monitor pregame radar closely — if the game begins, live betting opportunities could emerge around delay windows. Avoid heavy DFS exposure until weather clarity improves closer to first pitch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which MLB games are most likely to be delayed or postponed today?

Cleveland carries the highest postponement risk with persistent thunderstorms throughout the game window. The Twins at Yankees game in New York faces escalating storm probability reaching 54% by mid-afternoon. Cincinnati presents a building threat that could interrupt late innings. All other games should play without meaningful weather interruptions.

How does wind affect today’s MLB games at Wrigley Field?

Sustained 10 mph winds blowing in from the northeast off Lake Michigan suppress fly-ball carry and reduce home-run potential at Wrigley Field. Combined with unseasonably cool 73°F temperatures, conditions strongly favor pitching and create one of the most pitcher-friendly environments on today’s slate.

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