Cleveland, OH
Ohio Lottery Marks 50th Anniversary of Ticket Sales
CLEVELAND, OH – Today marks the 50th anniversary of Ohio Lottery sales, celebrating a journey that began with the sale of the Buckeye 300 game on August 12, 1974, when tickets were priced at $.50 for a chance to win $300,000.
Since its inception, the Ohio Lottery has introduced a wide variety of games, including scratch-offs, draw games, KENO, and EZPLAY Games. Over the past five decades, the Lottery has generated $96.4 billion in sales and awarded $57.7 billion in prizes. Retailers have earned over $6.1 billion in commissions, incentives, and bonuses. The Lottery has contributed $31.5 billion to the Lottery Profits Education Fund, supporting K-12 education in Ohio.
Ohio Lottery Director Michelle Gillcrist expressed pride in the Lottery’s longstanding commitment to funding education, stating, “The Ohio Lottery has proven to be a leader in the lottery industry on many fronts for the last 50 years, but the mission to generate funding in support of education is what I’m most proud of, and we will continue to work for that mission for the next 50 years.”
The 50th anniversary celebrations include the release of a commemorative scratch-off game with a top prize of $15,000,000. Additionally, the Lottery will host a VIP event at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland on September 7, where 150 selected winners will enjoy food, music, ticket giveaways, and activities. Five lucky attendees will share $400,000 in prizes.
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Suspect Arrested for Attempted Carjacking in D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A suspect has been arrested in connection with an attempted carjacking that occurred in Northwest Washington, D.C.
On Friday, at approximately 9:47 p.m., a suspect approached a victim seated inside a vehicle on the 600 block of New York Avenue, Northwest. The suspect opened the driver’s side door, assaulted the victim, and demanded the car keys. The suspect was unable to steal the vehicle and fled the scene. The victim sustained minor injuries and was treated by D.C. Fire and EMS.
Officers responded and apprehended the suspect, identified as 31-year-old Antonio Byrd, who has no fixed address. Byrd was charged with carjacking.
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Ocean City Police Searching for Suspects in Uptown Restaurant Theft
OCEAN CITY, MD — The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) is requesting public assistance to identify individuals and a vehicle linked to a recent theft. The incident occurred near a restaurant located at the area of 128th Street on August 9, 2024, around 5:58 PM.
Authorities are looking for a silver four-door hatchback with significant damage on the driver’s side, which is believed to be involved in the theft. The OCPD has released images of the subjects and the vehicle to aid in their identification.
Members of the public who have any information about the theft or recognize the vehicle and subjects in the images are encouraged to contact PFC Kautz at ckautz@oceancitymd.gov, referencing case number CC# 2024-003671. Additionally, anonymous tips can be submitted online at the Ocean City Police Department’s crime tips page: https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/police/crime-tips/.
The OCPD appreciates any information that can assist in resolving this case and bringing those responsible to justice.
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14-Year-Old Among Two Injured in Baltimore Shooting
BALTIMORE, Md. – A shooting in the 500 block of North Glover Street on Saturday night left a 14-year-old boy in critical condition and a 41-year-old man with non-life-threatening injuries.
Southeast District patrol officers responded to the scene at approximately 9:19 p.m. following a report of gunfire. Both victims were transported by medics to local hospitals for treatment.
Southeast District detectives are investigating the incident and urge anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2422 or anonymously via Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A 14-year-old girl is in critical condition after being shot at a home Friday.
Police said around 7:15 p.m., officers from the Fifth District got a call for someone shot in the 1400 block of Lakeview Road.
When officers got on scene, a 14-year-old girl was found suffering from a gunshot wound.
Cleveland EMS took her to a nearby hospital, where she is listed in critical condition
A gun was recovered at the scene.
The incident remains under active investigation.
Police said additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Former co-owner of the legendary Cleveland restaurant Sokolowski’s University Inn has died.
65-year-old Michael Sokolowski passed away on Tuesday, according to his obituary.
Established in Tremont in 1923, Sokolowski’s University Inn was Cleveland’s oldest family-owned and operated restaurant. It was a recipient of the prestigious James Beard “American Classics” Award in 2014. It closed it doors for good in 2020.
Read Obit below
MICHAEL PAUL SOKOLOWSKI, age 65; passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee McCue); loving father of George McDougall (Erika) and Sara; grandfather of Nicole and Emerson; Son of the late Bernard Sr. and Marion (nee Szwejkowski); dear brother of Bernard Jr. (Mary) and Mary Lou Balbier (Ronald); loving brother-in-law, uncle and dear friend of many. Mike was the co-owner of Sokolowski’s University Inn, a Cleveland landmark restaurant since 1923 and a James Beard Award winner. He played baseball and football for Cleveland Central Catholic and graduated from Otterbein University. Michael was a member of the Greater Cleveland Umpire Association, officiating many Cleveland Indians Fantasy Camps. He loved cooking and taught classes at the Polaris Career Center for their community culinary arts program. Mike loved music, attending many concerts, and playing drums in bands and for his parish church masses. Former President of the Cleveland Society of Poles and a member of the Knights of Columbus Trinity Council. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Cleveland Central Catholic High School, 6550 Baxter Ave., Cleveland, OH 44105.
Mass of Christian burial at St. John Cantius Catholic Church, 906 College Ave, Cleveland, Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 12 noon. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Family and friends received at the church, Saturday from 10 a.m.-12 noon.
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Cleveland, OH
If You Could Put Any Cleveland Baseball Player from the Past on the 2026 Team, Who Would it Be?
We are beginning to see the 2026 roster shape up – now it’s time to get your time machines out.
What Cleveland baseball player from the past would make the biggest impact on the 2026 Cleveland Guardians?
Is it 2017 Francisco Lindor anchoring the team from the shortstop position? Or 1948 Lou Boudreau?
Is it 2002 Jim Thome or 2006 Travis Hafner providing thump in the middle of the lineup? Maybe 1953 Al Rosen gets to DH and spell Jose at third?
Is it 2014 Michael Brantely in right field? 1994 Kenny Lofton in center? 2006 Grady Sizemore in center? 1920 Tris Speaker in center?
1995 Albert Belle providing a shock to the system in left?
Or do you want an ace – maybe 2017 Corey Kluber, 1946 Bob Feller, 2008 CC Sabathia, 1969 Sam McDowell, 1972 Gaylord Perry, 2008 Cliff Lee or 1968 Luis Tiant?
Let us know your choice in the comments below!
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