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15 hours ago
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Boy killed in parade accident remembered at 2 Friday vigils: ‘He was a light'
NORTH CANTON, Ohio (WJW) – Hundreds of grieving neighbors, family members and friends gathered to remember 13-year-old Matthew Schultz at two vigils Friday night. The first event was a private rosary service held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church in Green because Matthew was an altar server and loved his faith. 'That's the one thing that keeps us smiling through our tears, that Matthew lives forever. When God gives a gift, he gives it forever,' said Fr. David Durkee, becoming choked up. The second memorial and night of remembrance started later around 8 p.m. at Witwer Park in North Canton next to North Canton Middle School. I-TEAM: New development in unsolved Cleveland Metroparks double murder Hundreds came out in force and in costume. Some wore blue clothing, which was his favorite color. Others dressed up like characters from Star Wars, but they all carried lights. 'Light because he was a light,' said organizer Rachel Hoffman Murray. 'We've got the glow sticks and light sabers, flashlights and a chance to kind of shine in that darkness.' Matthew's death on Memorial Day has devastated the area after the teen fell from a trailer during the parade. Also in attendance at the vigil were members of the Ohio Garrison 501st Legion Star Wars Cosplayers who were at the parade that day. They said he was always full of joy, curiosity and laughter. 'Matthew was a huge Star Wars fan. Some of our members even got a chance to speak with him before the incident and he was very excited to see us,' said David Hise, Ohio Garrison 501st Commander. Graduating East Cleveland students fulfill a special pact from middle school The vigil was designed to help everyone honor Matthew's life and cope with the tragic loss. 'To recognize Matthew, recognize his family and just, you know, honor the time that we had with him,' said Hoffman-Murray. The community is also allying behind the family in other ways too, from upcoming restaurant fundraisers to selling specially designed t-shirts. 'My daughter knew Matthew. We couldn't believe it and we just wanted to do something to help,' said Ashley Humphrey. They said they want to be a force of heartfelt solidarity and tangible support for Matthew's family during this difficult time. 'I think that's part of the healing process, everyone coming together supporting one another,' said Hise. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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16 hours ago
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PHOTOS: Interesting clouds spotted over NE Ohio — what are they?
GENEVA, Ohio (WJW) – Several FOX 8 viewers spotted some interesting looking clouds as a cold front made its way across Northeast Ohio on Friday evening. One viewer, Tonya Thompson, captured photos of the horizontal clouds moving off of Lake Erie after 7 p.m. in Geneva. Smoke from Canadian wildfires could affect NE Ohio this weekend: What to know Another viewer, Dennis Johnson, shared similar photos from Jefferson around 7:45 p.m. So, what are they exactly? According to FOX 8 meteorologist Dontae Jones, these are cool arcus clouds, which are associated with frontal boundaries as they move along a front, mainly a gust front. The FOX 8 weather team said there is a cold front moving through Northeast Ohio this evening. Keep up with the latest weather conditions in your neighborhood right here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20 hours ago
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Local GetGo sells $150,000 scratch-off winner
CANTON, Ohio (WJW) — A Canton woman is celebrating a big win after claiming the $150,000 top prize on the Ohio Lottery's $5 scratch-off game, $150,000 Blast. After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling 28%, she will receive a lump sum of $108,000, according to the Ohio Lottery. Ohio woman wins $80K a year for 25 years: Here's how much she really gets The winning ticket was purchased at GetGo #3364, located at 104 Raff Road in Canton. $150,000 Blast offers a top prize of $150,000. As of May 30, one top prize remains in the game, according to the Ohio Lottery. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21 hours ago
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WATCH: FOX 8 one-on-one with GOP gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy
*For our full, unedited interview, watch above. CLEVELAND (WJW) — GOP gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has already secured an endorsement from President Donald Trump and Ohio's Republican Party. More coverage from Your Local Election Headquarters The 39-year-old biotech entrepreneur sat down with Fox 8's Joe Toohey this week to discuss why he's running, what he'd like to do and whether he'd run for president again in 2028. Ramaswamy sought the GOP nomination for president in 2024 before dropping out to back Trump, who later tapped him to co-chair the efficiency initiative with billionaire Elon Musk. Ramaswamy and Attorney General Dave Yost are running as Republicans to replace the term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine. Dr. Amy Acton is running as a Democrat. Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel, a Republican, has said he is considering a run. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Jamaican national busted in Cleveland with 150 pounds of ecstasy sentenced to prison
CLEVELAND (WJW) — A Jamaican national living in Cleveland who was busted with 150 pounds of a popular party drug intended for distribution is now headed to prison. Tonie Neno Mitchell, 34, previously pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, according to a news release from Carol Skutnik, acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Ohio. I-TEAM: New development in unsolved Cleveland Metroparks double murder A federal judge on Thursday, May 29, sentenced Mitchell to 100 months, or a little more than eight years, in prison. U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency investigators raided Mitchell's Cleveland residence in July 2024. It was the result of a money laundering investigation into Mitchell and others through which investigators had already seized more than $350,000 in suspected drug money, according to the release. Mitchell tried to flee when authorities came in, but was arrested. Inside a closet, investigators found about 70 vacuum-sealed bags containing a total of 70 kilograms of methylenedioxymethamphetamine, or MDMA. The Schedule I drug, otherwise known as ecstasy or molly, is a popular party drug, since it reduces inhibitions and makes users feel euphoric, according to the DEA. Cat abandoned in Garfield Heights home went weeks without food, water; ate insulation to 'stay alive,' police say Investigators also found a loaded 9-millimeter handgun, ammunition, a ledger for drug purchases, $50,000 in cash and eight cell phones, according to the release. Authorities determined he had been in the country illegally since about August 2023, according to the release. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
