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a day ago
- Politics
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What to know: ‘No Kings' rallies throughout NE Ohio Saturday
[Attached video: Protesters preparing for 'No Kings' rallies Saturday] CLEVELAND (WJW) — Cities across Northeast Ohio will join hundreds across the nation in hosting 'No Kings' rallies Saturday. Protesters preparing for 'No Kings' rallies throughout NE Ohio Saturday The rallies are in protest of President Donald Trump and a military parade scheduled for Saturday in Washington, D.C. Demonstrations are listed in Cleveland, Akron, Canton, Cuyahoga Falls, Hudson, Dover, Wooster, Ashland and Alliance. Organizers say thousands are expected in downtown Cleveland for 'peaceful, nonviolent gatherings.' 'We have an emergency operations plan in place. We have officers placed at strategic places,' said Sgt. Freddy Diaz, with Cleveland police. In Akron, a demonstration is planned outside of the John F. Seiberling federal building. 'We've been in contact with the organizers of the event here in Akron and we are expecting a good turnout of peaceful protestors. As always, Akron Police Department will be prepared if they are needed for any reason but that is not the expectation,' a city spokesperson told FOX 8 News. No juveniles without adults at Bedford Strawberry Festival this weekend In Canton, demonstrators are expected to gather at the arts center where they will merge with a planned Stark Pride March that will travel to Centennial Park. Parking restrictions are in place in downtown Cleveland through 4 p.m. Sunday. You can read the list of impacted streets here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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2 days ago
- Entertainment
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No juveniles without adults at Bedford Strawberry Festival this weekend
BEDFORD, Ohio (WJW) — A staple community event in Bedford is announcing a security-based change to protect its guests this weekend. The Bedford Strawberry Festival said no juveniles will be permitted without an accompanying adult. Just last weekend in Gates Mills and Mayfield Heights, a chaotic scene developed after the St. Francis Festival — countless juveniles were reportedly fighting outside the festival and in surrounding neighborhoods. Multiple arrests were made by the Mayfield Heights Police Department. Cleveland health officials warn COVID spike is coming Bedford Strawberry Festival organizers said they are not taking any chances this weekend. 'We just wanted to make sure we keep all the families safe, and we keep this festival going,' Bedford Councilwoman Sandy Spinks said. 'We want young kids to come and have fun but come with your family.' Betsy Squire Lee, the co-chair of the annual event celebrating its 61st year, said it will remain family-friendly and welcoming to all. Juveniles simply need to be accompanied by an adult. 'Everybody just come here and enjoy,' Squire Lee said. 'Have fun, eat — eat all you can. It's really good food. We do have a few games for the kids. Check all the vendors out there. Some really interesting, unusual things here.' Organizers said there will be a zero-tolerance policy for troublemakers and that Bedford police will be ready to respond to any disturbances. 'The police will be on the square all the time if anything happens,' Squire Lee said. 'We're not thinking it. We're sure that it won't. But if anything happens, they'll be here to take care of it.' Major downtown Cleveland traffic changes The festival runs through the weekend with a special appearance on Saturday. FOX 8 Cleveland legends Tim Taylor and Lil' John Rinaldi will be signing autographs at 2 p.m. inside the Town Hall Museum. Organizers said they are hopeful that rain this weekend will be the biggest worry. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
