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| What you need to know Monday, Nov. 29, 2021 WEATHER
Skies will clear a bit on Monday with highs around 33. Snow shower chances return later in the evening before highs return to the 40s on Tuesday. Read more.
Local scores: Ravens 16, Browns 10 OVERNIGHT
COVID forever: When will the COVID-19 go away for good? The answer, according to health experts, is never. But the coronavirus will become milder, causing less hospitalization and death. COVID-19 can’t be eradicated or eliminated because the virus that causes it spreads from person to person, and has an animal reservoir in bats, reports Julie Washington. Coronavirus likely will become a seasonal coronavirus circulating alongside the other four common coronaviruses that cause the common cold..
Project Noir: When a national livability index labeled the Cleveland area as the worst place in the country for Black women, Bethany Studenic and Chinenye Nkemere set up an online survey and invited women to tell their stories in personal interviews. The result, a report called “Project Noir: “Cleveland is Failing Black Women,” collected stories from 450 Black women in Northeast Ohio about harassment, discrimination and abuse in health care, education and the workplace. Julie Washington reports that 56% of the women were steered by educators in to lower-paying professions.
Blockland: Three years ago, Cleveland was hyped as a potential hub for blockchain, a digital ledger technology most known for its use with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Now, the blockchain dream has stalled, Cameron Fields reports. Any future conferences have also garnered little support, so the possibility of Blockland making a comeback is low. It’s a sharp turn for an idea that once boasted public and private support.
Today in Ohio: A federal jury found that three pharmacy chains played a key role in feeding the opioid crisis in Lake and Trumbull counties, a verdict that is the first in the nation involving the dispensing of prescription painkillers. We’re talking about the how CVS, Walmart and Walgreens oversupplied opioid pills on Today in Ohio, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast. STATEHOUSE & POLITICS Jim Jordan: U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan had coronavirus early last summer, while he was in Ohio, the Champaign County Republican said this week in a media interview. Jeremy Pelzer reports that Jordan, a vocal opponent of COVID-19 vaccine mandates, told Spectrum News on Tuesday that he has recovered and that an antibody test showed his antibodies are “strong.” Jordan didn’t provide details about how sick he got, though he said he “didn’t feel well.” He also didn’t say whether he quarantined or what treatment, if any, he received.
Redistricting law: A Democratic-aligned group suing to block Ohio Republicans’ congressional redistricting map has asked the Ohio Supreme Court to wrap up arguments in the case by early February so that a ruling can be issued ahead of the state’s March 4, 2022 candidate filing deadline. Jeremy Pelzer reports that the National Redistricting Action Fund said in a brief filed with the Supreme Court that if the court doesn’t act quickly enough, or the map is ruled unconstitutional, and lawmakers dawdle on passing a revised plan, the court or lawmakers should push back the filing deadline and the state’s May 3, 2022 primary election.
Dredging: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is trying something new this year when it comes to informing the public about the dredging it does at nine harbors along Ohio’s north coast. Peter Krouse reports The Corps is putting together a newsletter that includes a map that identifies the location of each harbor in Lake Erie, the timing of the dredging sessions, and their contribution to the economy.
METRO Gratitude: Gratitude sparks joy in dark times. And goodness, do we need it now – during this second holiday season of a pandemic that seems to stretch on and on. Hannah Drown collected more than 300 touching reader responses, sharing what’s best in their lives.
Progressive Field: The proposed $435 million deal to renovate and maintain Progressive Field would tap money from the general operating funds of both Cleveland and Cuyahoga County, potentially drawing resources away from basic city and county services that rely on it, such as police and the jail. Courtney Astolfi and Kaitlin Durbin report that a few Cleveland City Council members recently raised concerns about dipping into the general fund to pay for a portion of the city’s share of ballpark renovations. Cuyahoga County Council, which already approved its end of the bargain, didn’t feel the need for worry during weeks of questioning.
Vaccine bonuses: The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, last week, approved $500 bonuses for its vaccinated employees, reports Kaitlin Durbin. Also, with coronavirus cases rising and still too few vaccinations, even with financial incentives attached, Cuyahoga County has taken another step to help keep employees safe. County Council on Tuesday approved giving an additional 80 hours of paid emergency administrative leave for employees who have exhausted their sick time but test positive for the virus or must quarantine due to exposure.
Evergreens: With reports of Christmas tree shortages cropping up throughout the U.S., have the effects trickled down to tree farms in Northeast Ohio? Alexis Oatman reports that despite fewer natural and artificial Christmas trees available, local tree farmers say they have plenty of evergreens ready to pick and decorate.
Wetland projects: The state of Ohio is handing out $5 million in grants to 13 wetland restoration projects in 11 Ohio counties, including Medina and Mahoning, through the Ohio River Basin H2Ohio Wetland Grant Program that Gov. Mike DeWine announced in July. Peter Krouse reports that The program offers grants up to $500,000 for wetland projects that “address nutrient loading and contribute to water quality improvement in the Ohio River and its tributaries,” states a Wednesday new release from Gov. Mike DeWine and Mary Mertz, director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Solar Energy: Solar United Neighbors came to Ohio more than five years ago to make it cheaper and easier for homeowners to harness the sun for their electricity. The nonprofit, which has touched various areas of the state, has eight co-ops in Cuyahoga County alone, with 162 home-based systems. Peter Krouse reports a ninth SUN co-op in the county kicked off Nov. 9 of this month. Prospective members have until the end of February to join and take advantage of the cost savings that comes from banding together and bidding out the work to a single contractor.
Turkey Bowl: Thanks to a late surge of donations, a competitive push among players to raise money, the annual Meadows Turkey Bowl has now topped $3 million raised $511,000, pushing the cumulative total to $3,182,800 raised for the St. Vincent de Paul Society and cancer charities.
Hamercheck: The Lake County Commissioner connected to an investigation into an attempted election data breach once worked as a radio technician in the county telecommunications job until his 1995 conviction for stealing a $250 power drill from a local hardware store, Cory Shaffer reports John Hamercheck said at the time that he forgot to pay for the drill and cited a head injury he suffered in a 1989 helicopter crash that also happened while he was working for the county.
On trial: Federal prosecutors say Tandre Buchanan bashed his way into Colossal Cupcakes, joining a crime wave that looted businesses and destroyed property during the riots downtown May 30, 2020. Buchanan is expected to go to trial today in the first federal court case stemming from the attacks on the city, John Caniglia reports.
COVID-19 ICU admissions: Coronavirus hospitalizations continue to rise as they reached their highest point in more than six weeks. After weeks of steady decline, the number of coronavirus hospitalizations is up 11% in the past seven days and up 55% in the last 21 day, Jane Morice reports.
Timeline: Rioting breaks out at The Hague over the Dutch government’s new coronavirus measures. Riot police deployed water cannons and charged demonstrators. Marc Bona reports the latest coronavirus news in his weekly roundup.
New numbers: Ohio on Friday reported 9,143 new coronavirus cases, nearly double the 21-day average and reflecting two days of reporting. Kaitlin Durbin reports it’s representative of a trend the state has been warning about for weeks: case counts are creeping back up again.
Hospital support: More than 30 people walked the 3-mile loop to Southwest General Health Center and back Thursday morning in support of Stephanie Radwanski, 24 of North Ridgeville, who is fighting for her life after battling COVID-19, reports Hannah Drown.
BUSINESS Gas prices: If you’re hitting the road to visit family for Thanksgiving, the gas fueling your trip is probably costlier than in recent years. Sean McDonnell reports that’s because the average price of regular gasoline across the U.S. is $3.40 a gallon, higher than its been during any Thanksgiving since 2012, according to the Energy Information Administration. On the Monday before Thanksgiving in 2012, gas was $3.36.
West side homes: CHN Housing Partners has or plans to move 60 low-income families into homes it is building on scattered sites in the Detroit-Shoreway and Cudell neighborhoods as part of a new iteration of a long-standing program that gives the tenants the chance to buy at a reduced price. Eric Heisig reports that while the purchase price is fixed, tenants can receive a $1,000 credit for every year they rent, up to $10,000.
CRIME Lakewood woman:The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner released the identify of a woman struck and killed by a truck at a busy intersection on the border of Cleveland and Lakewood. Kaylee Remington reports that Karen Mack, 57, of Cleveland died in the incident that happened just after 4 p.m. Monday at the intersection of West 117th Street and Clifton Boulevard, according to Lakewood police.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Marvel exhibit: America was introduced to the country just as the U.S. entered World War II. Susan Glaser reports that images from Captain America’s first comic book, featuring Cap punching Hitler in the nose, are on display alongside his movie uniforms and shields, part of a blockbuster new Marvel Universe exhibit at COSI, the science museum in Columbus.
Guardians hats: The Cleveland Guardians have officially released their new merchandise just in time for the holiday shopping season. Joey Morona reports the launch includes T-shirts, hoodies, collectibles and more. But one of the most popular categories is hats. Fans can now shop for Guardians hats on fanatics.com and MLBshop.com.
Jeremy Renner: Jeremy Renner, who plays Hawkeye in Marvel’s “The Avengers,” is one of the most versatile actors in the business. Renner sat down with cleveland.com’s sister site Vanity Fair to discuss his career, from “The Hurt Locker” to “The Town” to “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol.”
House of the Week: Mid-century modern vibes, luxe contemporary finishes and Lake Erie views is exactly what you get at 30860 Lake Road, reports Joey Morona. Built on a half-acre of lakefront property in 1977, the home offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in 4,116 square feet, listed at $1,250,000. OTHER HEADLINES 3 injured after car collides with RTA bus on Detroit Superior bridge Read more
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