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- Why Westlake officers stayed with an infant on I-90
Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 74 and low of 57 degrees.
- Monday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 73, low: 59.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 75 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Dad with infant in car arrested for OVI: Westlake Police Blotter (cleveland.com) — Westlake police recently arrested a Fairview Park man on I-90 for suspected drunk driving with an infant in the car, and ensured the child's safe pickup by the mother. In a separate case, officers located a car at Crocker Park with a reportedly stolen license plate, leading to a felony receiving stolen property charge for the Maple Heights driver.
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🗞 Nearby News
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- Like NE Ohio history? Willowick author uncovers some cool gems (cleveland.com)
North Olmsted
- North Olmsted police department adds drone response vehicle (cleveland.com)
- North Olmsted Police issue 'BOLO' for man with developmental disabilities (news5cleveland.com)
- Ohio tariffs and pay-to-play politics: What voters are demanding (cleveland.com)
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