Lydia Taylor

Cleveland, Kent

Senior Digital Producer at Spectrum News 1 Ohio

Senior Digital Producer @SpectrumNews1OH | Formerly: Midwest Digital Producer at Spectrum News | @MorningEdition Producer at @WKSU | Avid Runner | Detroit born

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Sentences announced for men in Ohio human trafficking scheme

1 day ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two men involved in a central Ohio human trafficking ring were sentenced on Friday.
No injuries reported in Butler County train derailment

1 day ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

CINCINNATI — A CSX train derailed in Hamilton, Ohio, around 11:41 p.m. Thursday, CSX confirmed. One empty steel car and one loaded autorack derailed near Hanover Street, but both remained upright, CSX said. No injuries were reported and there's no threat to the community. CSX said crews are working to clean up the area and that it expects the work to be done in a couple of hours. The incident is under investigation.
Road closures for Pride in Cleveland

1 day ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

CLEVELAND — This year markets the 10th Pride in the CLE celebration, which will take place this Saturday. The event is held downtown each year and features a march, followed by an all-day celebration of the city's LGBTQ+ community, which is free for everyone to attend. Due to the festivities and volume of people descending on Cleveland this weekend, the city has announced road closures in preparation.
Kohl's closing fulfillment center in southwest Ohio

1 day ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

CINCINNATI — Kohl's plans to permanently close a fulfillment center in Middletown, Ohio, which will affect more than 700 jobs, according to a notice sent to the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services. What You Need To Know In total, 768 employees will be losing their jobs The Monroe e-Fulfillment Center in Middletown will permanently close its doors on Oct. 31, 2025The last day for affected employees will be Sept.
Ohio sheriff warns of TikTok trend causing problems during the night

1 day ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

CINCINNATI — Butler County Sheriff Rick Jones is warning Ohioans of a TikTok trend that's creating concern for residents.
Toledo residents urged to stay away from creek due to sewer overflow issue

2 days ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

TOLEDO, Ohio — The City of Toledo is urging residents to avoid contact with the water in or near Delaware Creek after identifying a new sewer overflow that's connected to the collapse of a major sewer interceptor on Arlington Avenue. What You Need To KnowThe city said reports of a strong odor led to the discovery of the sewer overflowToledo has contracted Kokosing to work on emergency repairsMany of the fixes won't be worked on until the end of the month into JulyE.
Judge gives sentences to 2 more suspects involved in 'Big Mac' bridge fire

2 days ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

CINCINNATI — Two of four suspects who were facing charges stemming from the November fire under the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, also known as the "Big Mac" bridge, received their sentences on Thursday.
Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame announces 2025 inductees

2 days ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

CINCINNATI — The results are in. The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame announced its 2025 inductees on Wednesday and the date for the induction ceremony. This year's class includes Dottie Peoples, Nancy Wilson, The Ohio Players and The O'Jays. "These icons have shaped the soundtracks of generations, and now their stars will shine forever in Cincinnati," organizers wrote in a Facebook post. The induction ceremony will be held on July 26 at 190 W.
Nearly $53 million in grants to go toward bicycle, pedestrian safety in Ohio

2 days ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

OHIO — Gov. Mike DeWine, R-Ohio, and the Ohio Department of Transportation Director Pamela Boratyn announced Wednesday that nearly $53 million will be awarded to several projects involving bicycle and pedestrian safety over the next four years. What You Need To KnowThe grants will support 44 projects in 33 counties"The Transportation Alternatives Program makes vital investments to support safer, more connected spaces for walking and biking,” said DeWine.
More than 3,000 home repairs have been completed in Dayton, nonprofit says

2 days ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Taylor

DAYTON, Ohio — Rebuilding Dayton Together announced Wednesday that thanks to the Dayton Recovery Plan, more than 3,100 home repairs have been completed across six Dayton neighborhoods as of May of this year. More than 125 families have benefitted from the help, the nonprofit said. The Dayton Recovery Plan began in 2022 after the approval of American Rescue Plan funds in 2021.