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News 5, located in Cleveland, is Ohio's first television station and is affiliated with ABC under the Scripps umbrella. Known for its strong commitment to journalism, News 5 achieved a remarkable milestone in 2020 by winning 29 Emmy Awards, the highest number in the local market. This includes accolades for Overall Excellence and a consecutive fourth win for News Excellence.

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International Horror Hotel Film Festival returns to Cleveland for 14th Year

19 hours ago | news5cleveland.com | Elizabeth Vanmetre

CLEVELAND — Horror fans, filmmakers and industry insiders have descended on Northeast Ohio for a weekend of screams, suspense and cinematic creativity. The 14th annual International Horror Hotel Film Festival and Convention kicks off June 19 and runs through June 22 at the Crowne Plaza Cleveland Airport in Middleburg Heights.
Millersburg Trailer Park sees turnaround after battling landlord for months

1 day ago | news5cleveland.com | Elizabeth Vanmetre

MILLERSBURG, Ohio — Trash was piling up. Water bills were going unpaid. Families living in the Millersburg Trailer Park were left in limbo, unsure where their rent money was going or when things might improve. Now, just a few months later, residents say the worst is finally behind them and they’re seeing real change. News 5 has been following through on this story since February, when tenants first raised concerns about the park's conditions and questioned where their money was going.
Family of missing Warren father found dead reacts to grand jury’s recent indictment

2 days ago | news5cleveland.com | Remi Murrey

WARREN, Ohio — Just two days after a Cuyahoga County Grand Jury indicted a man accused of killing Juvar King, the family of the missing Warren man came together on Thursday to honor him. “We just out here showing our appreciation and showing love,” said Juvar King’s daughter, Javanier King.
Residents begin storm cleanup after overnight wind damage

2 days ago | news5cleveland.com | Elizabeth Vanmetre

PARMA HEIGHTS, Ohio — Strong storms swept through Northeast Ohio overnight, leaving behind a trail of widespread damage in several communities. Severe Thunderstorm storms passed through several Northeast Ohio counties RELATED: Severe Thunderstorm storms passed through several Northeast Ohio countiesIn Cleveland, James Fitzgerald woke up to find a massive tree had fallen directly onto his garage. “Oh my god! How am I going to take care of this?” he said, laughing nervously.
'The government should just sell it,' Senator Bernie Moreno makes case for cutting ties with Amtrak

2 days ago | news5cleveland.com | John Kosich

CLEVELAND — Amtrak set an all-time ridership record last year, serving nearly 33 million passengers, but it came with an operating loss of $705 million, a number the rail service points out is decreasing. Still, it was part of the reason why Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno raised the question, when it comes to Amtrak, what are we doing? "The government should just sell it," Senator Moreno told News 5. "We shouldn't be in the railroad passenger business.
Help is needed at the Lorain County Dog Kennel

3 days ago | news5cleveland.com | Remi Murrey

ELYRIA, Ohio — The Lorain County Dog Kennel is at maximum capacity and in need of adoptions to prevent the situation from worsening. “$106, you can walk away with a new forever friend,” said Lorain County Dog Warden, Andy Laubenthal. "That will give you a dog license, that will give you a collar and a leash.
ABC's 20/20 schedule update for June 18

3 days ago | news5cleveland.com | Mercy Sackor

Due to severe weather coverage on Wednesday night, ABC's 20/20 Special on the Karen Read Trial was cut into as it aired on television. Multiple severe storm threats and warnings were issued for different counties across Northeast Ohio. The special will be re-airing in full at 1:05 a.m. You can watch it on ABC. We Follow Through Want us to continue to follow through on a story? Let us know. What story do you want us to follow through on? What questions do you have?
72,000 without power across Ohio, including Northeast Ohio

3 days ago | news5cleveland.com | Mercy Sackor

Over 72,000 customers are without power in several counties across Ohio, including those in Northeast Ohio, according to FirstEnergy. As of 10:25 p.m., the outages are primarily affecting the following Northeast Ohio areas:Cuyahoga: 21,194Summit: 11,347Lorain: 8,464Medina: 2,374Richland: 1,990The outages come as several Severe Thunderstorms make their way through different counties in the Northeast Ohio area.
Vivek Ramaswamy talks race for governor and his vision for Ohio

3 days ago | news5cleveland.com | John Kosich

CLEVELAND — The 2026 race for Ohio governor may still be months away from heating up, but in the lead-up, News 5 will be sitting down with the major party hopefuls from time to time. This week, we spoke with Republican hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy on a visit to Cleveland. The 39-year-old businessman and entrepreneur came on the political scene in 2023 when he launched his campaign for the GOP presidential nomination, later dropping out and endorsing President Donald Trump.
Browns QB rookie Shedeur Sanders caught driving 101 mph in a 60 mph zone

3 days ago | news5cleveland.com | Mercy Sackor

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders was pulled over by Strongsville Police early Tuesday morning after police said he was driving about 40 miles over the speed limit. At approximately 12:26 a.m., a police officer clocked Sanders using radar, traveling 101 mph in a 60 mph zone on Interstate 71 northbound near State Route 82, in a Dodge Ram TRX. Sanders was given a ticket and is due in court on July 3 if he chooses to challenge it, rather than pay the fine.