Good Morning Cleveland, it's Tuesday, September 2 and here is what you need to know.
Today on GMC
I-90 drivers: Get ready for new traffic restriction starting today
There’s a new twist beginning today to the years-long work to rehab the busy stretch of I-90 in Cleveland, Lakewood and Rocky River that our transportation. Reporter Caitlin Hunt has been following very closely. Starting today, I-90 eastbound between Hilliard Boulevard and Alger Road will be reduced from four lanes to three lanes for pavement replacement. The new traffic restriction will be in place until November 2026.
Motorcyclist dies after hit-skip in Cleveland
A man has died after a hit-and-run late last night in Cleveland. Cleveland Fire tells us the motorcyclist was hit by a car at the intersection of Saint Clair Avenue and Nottingham Road around 10 p.m. The car then took off. Cleveland EMS took the man to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Mapleton schools to reopen today after evacuation and illness
This morning, classes will resume at Mapleton schools in Ashland after 43 students were hospitalized with an unknown illness on Friday. In a statement, the Ashland County Sheriff said that while the investigation is still ongoing, the community should be assured that there is no inherent risk to the safety of students and staff.
MetroHealth Parma losing trauma center status
Starting today, MetroHealth Parma will no longer be designated as a Level 3 trauma center. The hospital system says it is reducing service at Snow Road in order to centralize care to the main campus in Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood.
Prices rising on imported produce
Tariffs on imported fruits and vegetables are now reaching store shelves and restaurant menus. News 5 anchor Mike Brookbank breaks down how increased prices on produce are impacting consumers and the economy.
No Powerball winner last night
After there was no billion-dollar Labor Day Powerball winner on Monday, jackpot dreams are still alive as the prize money swells to a staggering $1.30 billion. The next drawing will be on Wednesday night, with the jackpot having an estimated cash value of $589.0 million before taxes.
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Your forecast
Summer isn't over here in Northeast Ohio. We're back to the norm this afternoon: 80 degrees. May even jump a couple degrees warmer tomorrow, but it's short-lived. We dive back to WAY BELOW average with rain and wind late week through the weekend.
Visit our News 5 weather page to see today's forecast.
Traffic impacts
Eastbound on SR-2 at West 45th Street is still closed for a water main break.
SR-303 in Brunswick, between Pearl Road and Meadowbrook Boulevard, is also closed due to a water main break. ODOT says the goal is to have it open by Friday.
In Fairview Park, paving work is scheduled to begin on West 225th Street between Doris Avenue and Spencer Lane. Crews will be out between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. each day.
View our News 5 Traffic Map to see any road closures or delays due to the weather or crashes from the weather.
