Good Morning, Cleveland! It's Monday, Jan. 12, and here is what you need to know.
Canton City School district works to close multi-million dollar budget deficit through school closures and staff cuts
This morning, the Canton City School district is working to bridge a serious multi-million dollar budget deficit. They are looking to close schools and cut staff. Our Mike Holden will be live this morning to break-down the district's plan of action.
Man set to appear in court for murder of Ohio dentist and his wife
This morning, a man is set to appear in court today for the murder of an Ohio dentist and his wife. Thirty-nine-year-old, Michael Dacid Mckee, is facing charges for the fatal shooting of a dentist, Spencer Tepe, and his wife Monique. It happened in the upstairs of their home in the middle of the night on Dec. 30.
Man accused of carjacking and shooting woman in front of her child set to be arraigned
The man accused of carjacking a thirty-eight-year-old woman and shooting her in front of her child is set to be arraigned this morning. It happened on Jan. 2 on Madison Avenue in Cleveland. Police say the man demanded money, but she didn't have any. He then went for her keys, but allowed her to get to her child out of the car. As she was taking her child, he shot her before driving. He is expected to be in court at 8:30 a.m.
Greater RTA works to improve rider experience for more than 2 million customers
Over 2 million people use the Greater RTA as a means of transportation. The transit authority wants to improve the experience for those customers. Transportation reporter, Caitlin Hunt will be live this morning on what RTA employees are doing to help better understand, and advocate for customers' needs.
Cavaliers host mental health awareness night as they take on Utah Jazz
Tonight, the Cleveland Cavaliers are hosting mental health awareness night. Community organizations will be available throughout Rocket arena to connect fans with resources and information. The Cavs are set to take on the Utah Jazz, tip-off is 7:00 p.m.
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