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BrownsShedeur Sanders will start for the Browns on Sunday at the SaintsIf you're planning Sunday around the Browns, Todd Monken made it official Friday: Shedeur Sanders starts at New Orleans. Deshaun Watson is in concussion protocol and listed as questionable.Saturday’s editionRead CavsCavs spoil LeBron James' homecoming with a 119-95 win over the 76ersFriday had been circled on the calendar for months, and the Cavs beat LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers 119-95 in NBA Cup group play. It snapped a two-game losing skid and handed the Sixers just their second loss of the season.Saturday’s editionRead Cleveland HopkinsCleveland Hopkins unveils a new logo, with a new terminal set to open in 2032If you fly out of Hopkins, you'll start seeing a new look. The airport unveiled a new brand and logo Thursday. It keeps the blue and green, adds the tagline “Where the Land meets the Sky,” and includes the airport codes for Hopkins (CLE) and Burke Lakefront Airport (BKL).Friday’s editionRead BrownsDeshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol, and Shedeur Sanders may start SundayIf you're planning your Sunday around the Browns, here's the big question: who plays quarterback? Deshaun Watson is in the NFL's concussion protocol, and Shedeur Sanders would get his first start of the season if Watson can't go at New Orleans. Watson took a helmet-to-helmet hit in the first quarter at Pittsburgh, was cleared, and then reported symptoms Tuesday morning that began Monday night.Thursday’s editionRead GuardiansGuardians coach Joe Torres is leaving to be the Reds' pitching coachIf you follow the Guardians, here's an offseason loss: coach Joe Torres is leaving to become the Cincinnati Reds' major league pitching coach, the Reds announced, replacing Derek Johnson. He reunites with Terry Francona, who managed Cleveland for 11 seasons. Torres, 43, spent 10 seasons in the organization, the last five on the big-league staff alongside pitching coach Carl Willis.Thursday’s editionRead ElectionCuyahoga County voters appear to have passed two property tax levies for social servicesIf you own a home in Cuyahoga County, this vote could change your tax bill. Issues 10 and 11 each had more than 60% of the vote in unofficial results Wednesday morning. Early counts of mail-in and early in-person ballots had both well ahead. Issue 10 is for the Board of Developmental Disabilities. Issue 11 is for health and human services.Wednesday’s editionRead High School FootballA judge put Glenville back in the football playoffs, and the OHSAA plans to appealIf you follow high school football, the Glenville case isn't settled. Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Judge Andrew Santoli ruled Tuesday that the OHSAA acted arbitrarily when it removed the Tarblooders from the Division III playoffs before finishing its investigation. The OHSAA intends to appeal portions of the ruling. University School skipped Saturday's rescheduled game with Glenville.Wednesday’s editionRead BrownsThe Browns lost 27-6 at Pittsburgh, and the run defense is the big worryIf you watched Sunday, you know how it went. Pittsburgh beat the Browns 27-6 to take first place in the AFC North at 6-2, and Cleveland fell to 5-3. The Steelers sacked Deshaun Watson eight times, and the Browns didn't score a touchdown for the first time this season.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Lakewood

From WKYC, News 5 Cleveland WEWS and 14 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WKYC2 hours ago

    Final design for 6,200-seat Cleveland amphitheater approved by city

    Cleveland's Planning Commission has approved the final design for a 6,200-capacity amphitheater on the Cuyahoga River, set to invigorate the city's riverfront.

  2. WKYC2 hours ago

    North Royalton firefighter Andrew Protsman 'in good spirits, all things considered,' the department says

    Andrew Protsman, who was injured while battling the Broadview Height house fire that took the life of Ryan Milligan, is recovering from his injuries.

  3. WKYC4 hours ago

    Big concerts, big crowds? | Cleveland approves design for 6,200-seat riverfront amphitheater

  4. News 5 Cleveland WEWS4 hours ago

    Lorain County joins wave of investment in women's sports

    An announcement by the Lorain County Leviathan this week is the latest in a wave of investments in women’s sports in Northeast Ohio.

  5. WKYC4 hours ago

    Jalen Brunson scores 31 to power Knicks past Cavs 109-97 in rematch of last year's Eastern finalists

  6. WKBN.com4 hours ago

    Brunson scores 31 to power Knicks past Cavs 109-97

    Brunson scored 18 straight in the second quarter to help the defending NBA champions take control.

  7. Chronicle Telegram5 hours ago

    Avon back in girls soccer Final 4 after 2-0 victory over Sylvania Northview

    The Eagles junior forward scored twice in the span of 60 seconds late in the first half of Saturday's Division II regional final to send Avon back to the Final Four for the second time in three years.

  8. Cleveland.com5 hours ago

    Cavs still aren’t on New York Knicks’ level, lose conference finals rematch 109-97

    Shades of the Eastern Conference finals, the Cavs lost to the Knicks in a game that stopped being competitive after the first half.

  9. News 5 Cleveland WEWS5 hours ago

    Communities light up red for fallen North Royalton firefighter

    Northeast Ohio is mourning the death of one North Royalton firefighter and rallying for the recovery of another.

  10. Alliance Review6 hours ago

    Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks: Photos from Cavs home game

    Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers play Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks on Nov. 7 in Cleveland. See our best photos from the game.

  11. Cleveland.com6 hours ago

    Cavs’ Kenny Atkinson clarifies infamous ‘won analytically’ quote from conference finals

    Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson discussed his viral 'won analytically' comment from the Eastern Conference finals, clarifying it was taken out of context and that he never believed Cleveland deserved to win the series.

  12. Chronicle Telegram6 hours ago

    Cross country: Avon girls, Keystone's Yuronich shine at state meet

    Contact Paul Heyse at 329-7135 or ctsports@chroniclet.com

  13. Cleveland 19 News7 hours ago

    5 reasons to stream Tailgate 19

    Host Mark Schwab welcomes Anthony Lima and former Browns great Reggie Langhorne live at 11 a.m.

  14. Cleveland.com8 hours ago

    Police report finding OVI suspect passed out following crash: North Olmsted Police Blotter

    Officers at 4:40 a.m. on Oct. 18 responded to a 911 call about a motor vehicle accident on I-480 eastbound near the Clague Road entrance ramp.

  15. Cleveland.com8 hours ago

    Cavs bring back Riley Minix on two-way contract

    The Cavs re-signed Riley Minix on a two-way contract after waiving Tristan Enaruna.

  16. Cleveland.com8 hours ago

    OHSAA boys cross country 2026: How Northeast Ohio runners fared at the state championships

    West Geauga's Ian Res won the Division II individual title and Woodridge claimed the Division III team crown at the 2026 OHSAA Boys Cross Country State Championships.

  17. Akron Beacon Journal8 hours ago

    Cavaliers score, recap vs New York Knicks in conference finals rematch

    The Cavs and Knicks face each other at Rocket Arena in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Finals, which New York won 4-0. Follow along here.

  18. Westminster Cable Network8 hours ago

    McClain, Lott, Massie win twice in Westminster's tri-meet sweep

    NEW WILMINGTON, Pa.---Westminster senior Maddy McClain (Elizabeth, Pa., Elizabeth Forward) and freshmen Kelsi Lott (Leechburg, Pa., Kiski) and Dom Massie (Pittsburgh, Pa., Plum) each won two events in Westminster's tri-meet

  19. Cleveland.com8 hours ago

    Suspects face firearms charges: Fairview Park Police Blotter

    Officers at 8:25 a.m. on Oct. 23 responded to W. 229th Street after a caller complained about a vehicle parked on the road for an extended period.

  20. WFMJ9 hours ago

    ‘Cash Explosion’ to be livestreamed Saturday night

    Because of NBC Sports’ college football coverage, “Cash Explosion” will stream at 7:30 p.m. on WFMJ.com, the 21 News app and all your streaming devices.

  21. Cleveland.com9 hours ago

    UH restores patient access to MyChart system that was shut down by cybersecurity incident

    University Hospitals announced Saturday patient access has been restored to MyChart. The online portal had been inaccessible since Oct. 22 when the health system disconnected computer systems from the internet.

  22. The CW Columbus9 hours ago

    Cavaliers limit LeBron to single digits in first Cleveland game as 76er

    LeBron James returned to Cleveland as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night but was held to only eight points in a 119-95 Cavaliers win during an NBA

  23. Cleveland.com10 hours ago

    Woman escapes serious injury in Westlake rollover crash

    Officers responded at 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 2 to 911 calls reporting a rollover crash near the entrance to the West Bay Plaza shopping center parking lot.

  24. Cleveland.com10 hours ago

    Suspect faces drug, gun charges after police say he ran during traffic stop

    An officer noticed signs of drug abuse in an SUV stopped for equipment violations at 10:10 p.m. on Oct. 29 at Crocker Road and Clemens Road.

  25. Cleveland 19 News10 hours ago

    MyChart back online at University Hospitals after cybersecurity incident

    University Hospitals (UH) announced Saturday that MyChart is now accessible to patients after the health system experienced a cybersecurity incident in October.

    Also reported byFOX 8 News

  26. Spectrum News Cleveland10 hours ago

    Dia De Muertos brings tradition, love and memories to life

    Community members honor loved ones who have passed on through cultural traditions, remembrance and celebration.

    Also reported byIdeastream Public Media

  27. Cleveland.com10 hours ago

    OVI suspect accused of driving over 100 mph on I-90: Westlake Police Blotter

    Police stopped a car at 3 a.m. on Nov. 1 on Detroit Road at Dover Center Road after it was seen driving faster than 100 mph on I-90, according to police.

  28. Lakewood Observer13 hours ago

    St. Edward Football Defeats Saint Ignatius, St. Edward Advances To Sweet 16

    by Norm Weber – St. Edward football advanced to the regional semifinal (sweet 16) with Friday’s 38-19 victory against Saint Ignatius inside First Federal Lakewood Stadium. The Eagles (10-1) fell behind early after a turnover and the Wildcats (6-6) capitalized on a 28-yard touchdown pass from Dane Donovan to Trey Haddad for a 7-0 lead. After Saint Ignatius muffed a

  29. FOX 8 News13 hours ago

    Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson questionable, Shedeur Sanders still starting

    An update from the Browns ahead of their Sunday game.

    Also reported byCleveland.com

  30. Cleveland.com13 hours ago

    Cleveland Clinic-led trial finds drug lowered lipoprotein(a), but did not reduce major heart events

    A Cleveland Clinic-led trial found that pelacarsen reduced Lp(a) levels by 78.4% but failed to lower rates of major cardiovascular events compared to a placebo over nearly five years.

  31. WKBN.com13 hours ago

    Browns starting QB clears concussion protocol

    The Browns and Saints will kick off on Sunday at 1 p.m. on WKBN-27.

  32. Cleveland 19 News13 hours ago

    Walls of Love marks eighth anniversary with 100 locations offering free winter essentials

    “I’ve been that person and I’ve been in that situation and I know what it’s like to not have it.”

  33. Cleveland.com14 hours ago

    Why Parma is replacing a Veterans Park storm sewer with a larger pipe

    Parma plans to replace a failing storm sewer near a Veterans Park sinkhole with a larger pipe, while sewer-district funds could reimburse up to about $583,000 in project costs.

  34. FOX 8 News14 hours ago

    Meet the Friday Night Touchdown player of the year for 2026

    The Friday Night Touchdown player of the year for 2026 has been officially crowned.

  35. Akron Beacon Journal14 hours ago

    OHSAA soccer tournament scores. Boys, girls regional finals this weekend

    We're tracking scores of every Ohio high school boys and girls regional final. Find scores and area recaps here.

  36. Cleveland.com15 hours ago

    Why Perrysburg students can find conflicting misconduct-reporting instructions

    Perrysburg Schools’ handbook still lists internal misconduct-reporting channels that officials said they planned to stop using, while the district’s Safety webpage directs families to the state tip line.

  37. Akron Beacon Journal15 hours ago

    What's Browns QB Deshaun Watson's status in concussion protocol?

    The Browns announced prior to departing for New Orleans that QB Deshaun Watson had cleared concussion protocol. Shedeur Sanders will still start.

  38. Zanesville Times Recorder15 hours ago

    New York Knicks at Cleveland Cavaliers odds, picks and predictions

    The New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers meet Saturday from Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Tip in the Eastern Conference clash is set for 8 p.m. ET.

  39. Cleveland.com16 hours ago

    Why Cuyahoga’s school tax rates stayed unchanged while most Ohio counties updated theirs

    Cuyahoga County’s analysis found it failed to update fixed-sum school levy rates after final 2024 property values arrived, unlike 80 other Ohio counties, contributing to an estimated $28.5 million overcollection.

  40. Cleveland.com16 hours ago

    ‘I wanted to come back’: Dean Wade opens up on free agency decision to leave Cavs

    Dean Wade, who spent seven years with the Cavaliers, reflected on his emotional return to Cleveland as a member of the 76ers Friday night, revealing that he wanted to stay before leaving in free agency.

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Lakewood’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • FootballLakewood St. Edward, the No. 1 seed at 10-1, hosts No.

    Lakewood St. Edward, the No. 1 seed at 10-1, hosts No. 5 Hudson (9-3) in a Division I, Region 1 regional semifinal. All regional semifinal games kick off at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. Avon Lake fell 35-7 to No. 1 seed Toledo Central Catholic.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: Cleveland.com, Chronicle Telegram, The Enquirer

  • BedrockThe Bedrock amphitheater received final approval, while the mixed-use garage received conceptual approval amid debate over the demolition of a historic building.

    The Bedrock amphitheater received final approval, while the mixed-use garage received conceptual approval amid debate over the demolition of a historic building.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: Crain's Cleveland Business

  • GuardiansThe Guardians claimed Jose Tena on waivers from the Nationals on Friday, and the 40-man roster is at 37.

    The Guardians claimed Jose Tena on waivers from the Nationals on Friday, and the 40-man roster is at 37. Cleveland traded Tena to Washington at the 2024 deadline for outfielder Lane Thomas. Tena can play second and third base. The Guardians must name their 40-man roster by Nov. 17 ahead of the Rule 5 Draft.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: Cleveland.com, WKBN.com

  • SteelCleveland-Cliffs announced Friday new four-year agreements with the United Steelworkers.

    Cleveland-Cliffs announced Friday new four-year agreements with the United Steelworkers. They cover about 12,000 employees at steel plants and mining operations in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Minnesota and Michigan. The company said the agreements are subject to ratification by USW local memberships.

    Around Ohio · Saturday’s editionSources: Cleveland.com, WTRF

  • CourtsA Cuyahoga County jury ruled for investors, rejecting about $40 million in damages sought by the organizers of the WonderStruck, WonderBus, WonderRoad and WonderWorks festivals.

    A Cuyahoga County jury ruled for investors, rejecting about $40 million in damages sought by the organizers of the WonderStruck, WonderBus, WonderRoad and WonderWorks festivals. The verdict followed a two-week trial in a suit that began in 2024. Under it, WonderStruck's producer and the investors owe each other nothing.

    Around Ohio · Saturday’s editionSources: Cleveland.com, Crain's Cleveland Business

  • Birdtown odorLakewood Councilman Matt Bixenstine says Cleveland Division of Air Quality inspectors have identified issues at several facilities and are asking them for production records and hours of operation.

    Lakewood Councilman Matt Bixenstine says Cleveland Division of Air Quality inspectors have identified issues at several facilities and are asking them for production records and hours of operation. The division has now received more than 100 calls.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Cleveland 19 News

  • Rangers soccerLakewood senior Llyas Agha scored both goals Wednesday night in a 2-1 win over Solon in the OHSAA Division II boys soccer regional semifinals at Tallmadge High School.

    Lakewood senior Llyas Agha scored both goals Wednesday night in a 2-1 win over Solon in the OHSAA Division II boys soccer regional semifinals at Tallmadge High School. The win keeps the Rangers' championship hopes alive.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Your Sports Network

  • Election countIf you wondered why Tuesday's Cuyahoga County returns ran into Wednesday morning, Board of Elections Director Anthony Perlatti pointed to a few reasons.

    If you wondered why Tuesday's Cuyahoga County returns ran into Wednesday morning, Board of Elections Director Anthony Perlatti pointed to a few reasons. High turnout meant workers finished breaking down voting locations later than usual, and the board had to count 3,200 vote-by-mail ballots that came in on Election Day.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Signal Cleveland

  • GlenvilleThe Eighth District Court of Appeals granted an emergency stay Thursday, so Glenville will not play in Ohio's football playoffs.

    The Eighth District Court of Appeals granted an emergency stay Thursday, so Glenville will not play in Ohio's football playoffs. The stay keeps the OHSAA's sanction in place, and the association said an investigation found Ginn Academy students were inaccurately assigned to Glenville for student participation. Coach Ted Ginn Sr. said, “We haven’t done anything wrong.”

    Around Ohio · Friday’s editionSources: Ideastream Public Media, News 5 Cleveland WEWS, Cleveland 19 News, FOX 8 News

  • Browns QBQuarterback Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol after a helmet-to-helmet hit in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Steelers.

    Quarterback Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol after a helmet-to-helmet hit in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Steelers. He missed practice again Thursday, and Shedeur Sanders is likely to start Sunday at New Orleans. It would be his first start of the season.

    Around Ohio · Friday’s editionSources: WKBN.com, Cleveland.com, The Vindicator

  • PickleballPickle in the Land, billed as the Midwest's largest pickleball tournament, runs through Sun., Nov.

    Pickle in the Land, billed as the Midwest's largest pickleball tournament, runs through Sun., Nov. 8 at Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. It features 452 players from 10 states and four countries and a $6,400 prize purse. Spectator admission is free.

    Around Ohio · Friday’s editionSources: Cleveland.com, News 5 Cleveland WEWS

  • Rock HallThe Rock & Roll Hall of Fame opens its 2026 Inductees Exhibit to the public Mon., Nov.

    The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame opens its 2026 Inductees Exhibit to the public Mon., Nov. 9. It tells the story of this year's 16 inductees, with Billy Idol's cyberpunk helmet and a custom Dior jacket worn by Luther Vandross among the artifacts.

    Around Ohio · Friday’s editionSource: Cleveland 19 News