WKYC-TV (Cleveland, OH)

WKYC Channel 3 boasts a long and storied history in broadcasting. We originally launched as WNBK on October 31, 1948, as an NBC affiliate, and we've maintained that relationship with NBC ever since. Our station has a reputation for quality local programming, featuring hits like "Barnaby," which remains the highest-rated locally produced show, and "The Mike Douglas Show," which achieved national syndication. Throughout our history, we've been pioneers in Northeast Ohio broadcasting, being the first to air in color, the first to use stereo sound, the first to introduce closed captioning for viewers with hearing impairments, and the first to provide a digital broadcast signal. Our news teams have received numerous regional Emmy awards along with various local and national accolades for their exceptional reporting and commitment to community service. In November 1995, WKYC was acquired by Gannett, Co. Inc., which later separated its publishing and broadcasting divisions, making Channel 3 a part of TEGNA Media, one of the most extensive and diverse broadcasting companies in the country.

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Ohio group pushes to abolish property taxes with proposed constitutional amendment: Legally Speaking

1 day ago | wkyc.com | Stephanie Haney

CLEVELAND — Legal analysis: A group of Ohioans want to get rid of property taxes in our state. Legally Speaking, if this succeeds, it would make Ohio the only state in the country without property taxes... at least, for now. The people behind this movement are proposing an amendment which would add a section to Ohio’s constitution. "Section 14. Abolishment of Taxes on Real Property. "(A) No real property shall be taxed, and no law shall impose any taxes on real property.
Trump administration welcomes 59 white South Africans as refugees

2 days ago | wkyc.com | Matthew Lee |Rebecca Santana

DULLES, Va. — The Trump administration on Monday welcomed a group of 59 white South Africans as refugees, saying they face discrimination and violence at home, which the country's government strongly denies. The decision to admit the Afrikaners also has raised questions from refugee advocates about why they were admitted when the Trump administration has suspended efforts to resettle people fleeing war and persecution who have gone through years of vetting.
Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah to miss 2025 season as he continues to rehab neck injury

2 days ago | wkyc.com | Chris Beeble

CLEVELAND — Cleveland Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah will miss the 2025 season after the team placed him on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list on Monday afternoon.
Report: Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell expected to be game-time decision for Game 5 after 'reaggravating' ankle injury

2 days ago | wkyc.com | Chris Beeble

CLEVELAND — If a 3-1 series deficit wasn't enough of a task for the Cleveland Cavaliers to overcome, the Monday afternoon news about Donovan Mitchell's ankle injury threw even more uncertainty onto the pile NBA Insider Shams Charania appeared on The Pat McAfee Show saying that Mitchell's injury was a "reaggravation" of a previous ankle injury. He will be a game-time decision going into Tuesday's must-win Game 5 in Cleveland.
Akron police investigate 2 fatal car accidents on May 9 in Summit County

2 days ago | wkyc.com | Anna Meyer

AKRON, Ohio — Police are investigating after two men were killed in separate single-vehicle crashes Friday evening in Akron. Officials say the first incident occurred around 5:34 p.m. in the 900 block of East Tallmadge Avenue. Officers responding to the scene found that a Chevrolet Malibu had lost control and struck a utility pole. The driver, a 36-year-old man who was the only occupant of the vehicle, was taken to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead, police said.
Cleveland Browns reportedly sign Kent State, Mentor WR Luke Floriea after rookie minicamp

2 days ago | wkyc.com | Anna Meyer

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns have reportedly signed former Kent State and Mentor High School wide receiver Luke Floriea following rookie minicamp. Kent State Football announced the news on X, stating that Floriea earned a deal after being one of 27 players invited on a tryout basis. Floriea, a 2020 Mentor High School graduate, was one of 27 players who were brought in on a tryout basis to rookie minicamp.
2.5 magnitude earthquake recorded Sunday night in Lake County: What we know

3 days ago | wkyc.com | Anna Meyer

MADISON, Ohio — Did you feel it? A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded on Sunday night in Madison, which is located in Lake County. The quake happened at 10:47 p.m. at a depth of approximately five kilometers, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The Madison community is no stranger to earthquakes. In 2024, 3News reported multiple earthquakes in Madison, including two in January and one in June.
2.5 magnitude earthquake recorded Sunday night in Northeast Ohio: What we know

3 days ago | wkyc.com | Anna Meyer

MADISON, Ohio — Did you feel it? A 2.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded on Sunday night near Madison. The quake happened at 10:47 p.m. at a depth of approximately five kilometers, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The Madison community is no stranger to earthquakes. In 2024, 3News reported multiple earthquakes in Madison, including two in January and one in June.
Beatrice Coleman, 103, reflects on trailblazing WWII Army service

3 days ago | wkyc.com | Christopher Collette

HAMPTON, Va. — A World War II Army veteran is celebrating a major milestone in Hampton. Beatrice F. Coleman turned 103 years old on Friday! The Lorraine Bethea Hospice Foundation threw her a birthday party. Beatrice joined the US Army in 1943 and served for two years until 1945 as part of the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps, which would become the Women's Army Corps while she was enlisted. She served as a mail clerk and company clerk while in the Army.
Akron man found dead in Cleveland parking lot; police investigating as homicide

3 days ago | wkyc.com | Anna Meyer

CLEVELAND — An investigation is underway after a 28-year-old man was killed in Cleveland on Sunday. According to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office, Cory Rico Tyree Bradley of Akron was found dead in a parking lot in the 9300 block of Amesbury Avenue. Officials say the Cleveland Division of Police is investigating Bradley's death as a homicide. 3News has reached out to Cleveland police for additional information.