Gov. Kasich signs Nitro’s Law to make animal cruelty a felony
Animal-rights groups say it’s the biggest step to protecting pets. Ohio will now make some animal abuse cases a felony.…
Kent State considers campus-wide smoking ban
Smoking inside public places is illegal in the State of Ohio. Now a Northeast Ohio college is considering going completely…
Hundreds flock to ski resort opening day
Northeast Ohio got its first big snow of the season this week, and locals couldn`t wait to get a taste…
NE Ohio’s Black River rising rapidly — almost 8 times higher than usual
The Black River is nearly eight feet higher than what it was last week.
Mentor High School focuses on defense for fall football season
We're just days away from the kick off of high school football season. Fox 8's Annette Lawless highlights one of…
Lake Metroparks teaches teens boating, life-saving skills — for free
Thousands of people will head to the shores of Lake Erie this summer. Reporter Annette Lawless, shows us how a…
Woman, 97, fulfills life-long dream, graduates high school
As thousands of students prepare to graduate from high school, a local woman gives the word “senior graduate” double meaning.…
State legislators approve, send state texting ban to Gov. Kasich
A law that bans texting behind the wheel is heading to Gov. John Kasich’s desk. The state House and Senate…
Student wins car for perfect attendance
High school seniors all over Northeast Ohio are celebrating their graduation. But one local student is walking away with more…
Summer Staycation: Merry-Go-Round Museum
An old post office is now heart of a local museum that the whole family will love. Fox 8's Annette…
3 brothers, cousin deploy to Afghanistan together
Tonight, dozens of local soldiers are on their way to Afghanistan for a year-long deployment. It’s a goodbye that’s tough…
Reading program, opera class thrive at Lorain elementary school
A local elementary school prides itself in creativity and achieving some of the highest ratings in the state. Reporter Annette…
After tragedy, Chardon High wins luxury ‘Rock Your Prom’ contest
An online contest becomes a web sensation and it becomes an opportunity to give back. Fox 8’s Annette Lawless shows…
Stand Strong: Community remembers Danny Parmertor
The entire Chardon community has come forward in many ways to support the high school shooting victims' families this week.…
Glenn honored for 50th anniversary of space trip
America made history 50 years ago by sending the first person, John Glenn, to orbit the Earth. Annette Lawless shows…
Local principal named best of the best
A local educator is named the best of the best, winning the state’s top award. Reporter Annette Lawless introduces us…
Children learn about John Glenn at Science Center
As American celebrates 50 years in space, Reporter Annette Lawless show us how some are remembering John Glenn's historic journey.
Cleveland sues state, aims to ban trans fats by 2013
The City of Cleveland is taking the State of Ohio to court… in hopes of getting healthier. Reporter Annette Lawless…
Help Wanted: Cleveland casino now hiring 500 dealers, supervisors
We are months away from the opening of Cleveland's first casino--and now it's hiring hundreds of people. Reporter Annette Lawless…
6 NE Ohio schools rank among best in the country
Classes are out, but Ohio schools are making top grade.