Cleveland, OH
‘Tanisha’s Law' introduced 10 years after woman dies in Cleveland police custody
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Nov. 12 will mark a decade since 37-year-old Tanisha Anderson died on scene while in the custody of Cleveland police officers.
To honor her memory, “Tanisha’s Law” was recently introduced by Cleveland City Council on Nov. 4.
Cleveland City Councilmembers, Student Legislative Initiative of Cleveland, and Anderson’s family are hosting a press conference on “Tanisha’s Law” at 3 p.m. on Nov. 7 at the Case Western Reserve University law school.
Police were called to Anderson’s house on November 12, 2014, because the family said Tanisha was having a mental health episode. Scott Aldridge and Bryan Myers responded. Anderson agreed to go to a hospital before struggling with police after getting into a cruiser.
According to a statement in court documents from Anderson’s brother, Aldridge “slammed my sister to the ground and while she was lying face down, pulled her arms back and cuffed her.”
“We think as law enforcement they were here to protect and serve us, they had some responsibility to show some dignity and respect because she died buck naked on the ground,” Tanisha’s uncle Michael Anderson previously told 19 News.
The Ohio Attorney General’s office was in charge of the investigation into officers Aldridge and Myers.
The officers, in court documents, and statements from the officers’ union have said they did nothing wrong during their encounter with Anderson.
An initial autopsy, performed by the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s office, determined that the manner of Anderson’s death was homicide, and she died because she stopped breathing after being placed on the ground on her stomach, and that heart problems and mental illness contributed to her death.
Earlier, a judge ruled a medical examiner’s report shouldn’t be considered in Anderson’s death investigation, so the Attorney General’s office ordered a second autopsy.
The city denied excessive force was used.
The Ohio Attorney General’s office was in charge of the investigation into officers Scott Aldridge and Bryan Myers.
They were not indicted by a Cuyahoga County grand jury, according to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.
Cleveland reached a $2.25 million settlement with the Anderson family.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A man was arrested early Thursday for starting a fire in Slavic Village.
Crews were called the 3800 block of E. 50th Street around 2:15 a.m. for a report of a car fire.
When firefighters arrived at the scene, they found two houses on fire, with two cars on fire in between the homes.
Firefighters then called for additional units to respond.
The blaze was brought under control in about 30 minutes.
The Red Cross is helping six adults who are now displaced.
Cleveland firefighters said damage is estimated at $42,000.
The name of the arson suspect has not been released.
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Cleveland, OH
Ohio Weekend Weather Alert: High Pressure Today, Rain Moving in Saturday Night for Cleveland Area
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Cleveland, OH – High pressure will keep Cleveland dry and mostly sunny through Friday, giving residents a pleasant break before a significant shift in weather over the weekend. Temperatures will remain near or slightly above average, peaking around 57°F today and 59°F on Friday. However, Cleveland residents should prepare for a wet Veterans Day weekend as low-pressure systems bring showers to the area.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), Saturday night marks the arrival of increased cloud cover and a 40% chance of showers after midnight. By Sunday, rain is expected to be widespread, with a 100% chance of showers and a high of 64°F, making it essential for residents planning Veterans Day activities to anticipate wet conditions. Rain may continue overnight into Monday, with some relief likely on Tuesday as skies begin to clear.
For those traveling this weekend, particularly along major routes such as I-90, NWS advises caution on potentially slick roads due to rain. Veterans Day itself will start with a chance of showers before drying out in the afternoon, with a high of 59°F expected. Light to moderate winds from the northwest may add a chill to the air, so dressing in layers is recommended.
The forecast through mid-next week shows temperatures holding steady in the upper 50s, with a mix of sun and clouds expected by Tuesday. As weather systems transition, Cleveland residents should remain updated on changing conditions and prepare accordingly for the weekend rain. Check local forecasts frequently to stay informed on any further developments in the Veterans Day weekend weather pattern.
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A 19-year-old woman has been indicted in connection to the September death of a 61-year-old Cleveland man.
Court records show Santina Mims was indicted Wednesday on multiple felony charges, including aggravated murder, murder and aggravated robbery.
Mims was arrested on October 28 and is being held on $1 million bond, according to the court docket.
According to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner, Cardell Dixson was found dead in the 3300 hundred block of Martin Luther King Dr. on Wednesday.
This is in the city’s Kinsman neighborhood.
Editor’s note: 19 News was originally told the victim was 59.
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