Good Morning, Cleveland! It's Friday, June 12, and here is what you need to know.
Akron to target violence with new intervention program
Akron is launching a new violence intervention program Friday as the city deals with a spike in shootings that has left 6 people injured since the weekend. The city is partnering with local hospital systems on the new program, called PIVOT. More details are expected to be announced at a news conference later this morning. City leaders also took steps Thursday to address violence in the Highland Square area. Almost every bar in Highland Square agreed to close at midnight this weekend — with one exception. The Highland Tavern is the only bar staying open late. Akron Mayor Shammas Malik said that decision speaks to the bar's priorities. The fire department will monitor the Highland Tavern for capacity issues this weekend. The city is also closing the Chipotle and Walgreens parking lots late at night this weekend. Police are still asking for the public's help identifying the people involved in Sunday's shooting.
Lorain crews to continue clean-up efforts after severe weather hits city
Cleanup crews will return to work in Lorain Friday morning after severe weather tore through parts of the city Wednesday night. The city of Lorain has about 20 employees set to return at 7 a.m. Friday to clear damage and debris from public areas. High winds caused widespread damage across Lorain and Amherst, including downed trees and siding and insulation torn off a bowling alley. No injuries have been reported. Residents say they are shocked to see so much damage in such a short timeframe.
Solon police hunt ATM break-in suspects
Police are searching for two suspects caught on camera breaking into an ATM. The alarm went off at the Citizens Bank on Som Center Road around 4:30 yesterday evening. Surveillance video shows two people dressed in black quickly opening the machine. Anyone with information is asked to contact Solon police.
Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center opens in Cleveland
Today, Cleveland Metroparks are unveiling the Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center. It's now open to the public at the E. 55th Street Marina. The Community Sailing Center is the first of its kind along Lake Erie. The center aims to bring the sport of sailing to people who have historically faced economic barriers. It features a sailing school along with indoor and outdoor community spaces. Visitors can also dine year-round at a new waterfront restaurant called The Galley. The Cleveland Foundry will run sailing and water safety programs for local youth.
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Your forecast
A cold front has moved through, bringing much lower humidity while keeping warm temperatures. Expect a sunny afternoon with highs near 80.
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Traffic impact
The ramp from Ridge Road to I-480 westbound is now open, but ODOT will close the ramp from Ridge Road to I-480 eastbound Monday. The closure is through August. Drivers will be detoured to Brookpark Road to State Road to I-480 east.
In Medina County, State Route 94 between Bolick Drive and Wall Road is closed for culvert replacement. The road should reopen Thursday, June 18th. The detour is State Route 94 north to State Route 585 south to State Route 57 north to I-76 east to State Route 94 south and reverse.
View our News 5 Traffic Map to see any road closures or delays due to weather or crashes.
