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Hurricane Delta could have some effects on Northeast Ohio’s weather, but expect them to be minimal. The forecast calls for sun all weekend, with highs in the 70s, approximately 10 degrees higher than the previous weekend. Read more here.
Coronavirus spread: The number of counties classified as Level 3, or the second-highest in the state’s coronavirus color-coded system is now up to 18. That’s a record since July. Many cases are linked to weddings, funerals and social gatherings, Laura Hancock reports.
Drop-off boxes: U.S. District Judge Dan Polster struck down an order from Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose which barred boards of election from setting up multiple ballot drop off sites. Andrew J. Tobias reports the judge wrote LaRose failed to show that additional drop boxes were not permitted by state law or that allowing them would cause harm to the election.
This Week in the CLE: We run down just why werewolves were brought up in the discussion surrounding Gov. Mike DeWine, what contact tracing in Cleveland post-debate revealed and more on This Week in the CLE, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast.
Foiled plot: Gov. Mike DeWine said he was not aware of a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Andrew J. Tobias reports. The plan, which in part was hatched in suburban Columbus, according to FBI documents, allegedly involved six men -- five from Michigan, and one from Delaware.
Development hell: The controversy over a site in Pepper Pike, which developers wanted to use for mixed-use, led to the project falling through. Eric Heisig reports on the debate, and whether opposition could make trouble for future development.
State of the City: Mayor Frank Jackson, in his annual State of the City address, said the coronavirus highlighted societal disparities in Cleveland that need to be addressed. Robert Higgs reports the mayor also laid out how the city is balancing its budget while maintaining services.
New force: Recently naturalized citizens could prove a deciding force in the 2020 presidential election. Community leaders say the election could prompt immigrant and refugee populations to turn out to fulfill their civic duty, Cameron Fields reports.
Hand sanitizer: A new study from Japan shows coronavirus could live on human skin much longer than other viruses. Julie Washington reports that where the coronavirus remained viable for 9 hours on human skin, the flu lived for only 2 hours, according to researchers.
Election Truth: Because of the design of a form, a “quite large” number of applications for absentee ballots in Summit County were rejected, Courtney Astolfi reports. Take a look at how this happened, and what to keep an eye out for on an application.
Ohio numbers: Ohio’s coronavirus case numbers continued to climb on Thursday, with a daily increase of 1,539, above the 21-day average. Laura Hancock reports the 21-day average for daily increase is now pushing 1,100.
Nursing homes: About 63% of the 4,970 coronavirus deaths reported by the state through Wednesday have involved nursing home and other long-term care facility patients, Rich Exner reports. Take a look at the most recent state report.
K-12 cases: As numbers overall continue to climb, the number of student cases reported in K-12 schools since Sept. 7 just broke 1,000. About 7% of Ohio’s coronavirus cases are in children, Emily Bamforth reports.
Quarantined students: An additional 110 Kent State University students are quarantining due to possible exposure to the coronavirus, the university announced on Thursday. So far at least 211 students have quarantined since the semester began, Robin Goist reports.
Sherri Bevan Walsh: Summit County Prosecutor Sherri Bevan Walsh discusses her experience with coronavirus and the days leading up to her diagnosis. Robin Goist reports Walsh didn’t have any breathing problems and was not put on a ventilator or prescribed steroids but calls the experience “agonizing.”
Welcome back: Engage! Cleveland recently launched a campaign to market to young professionals in New York City, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus and Pittsburgh to return to Cleveland. Susan Glaser reports the group is targeting singles, couples and young families.
Inside Amazon: The coronavirus brought Amazon record profits, but labor-rights groups criticize the working conditions in its warehouses. Cameron Fields went inside the company’s North Randall fulfillment center to see safety procedures.
NFL plans: How each NFL team is handling home-game attendance during the coronavirus depends on the organization. Cameron Fields ran down the plans for all 31 NFL teams. Ohio recently upped its limits for the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals.
The Lumen: Take a look at the latest tower added to Cleveland’s downtown skyline, which houses 318 apartments. Eric Heisig shares details of the new building, where rent ranges from $1,470 for a 572-square foot one-bedroom apartment to $7,342 for a three bedroom, 1,932-square-foot penthouse.
Inamori prize: Case Western Reserve University delayed events associated with its prestigious Inamori Ethics Prize due to the coronavirus. Anne Nickoloff reports the university will launch a conversation series focused on justice, featuring guest speakers including prize-winner LeVar Burton.
Working for the weekend: Fall activities are abound this weekend in Northeast Ohio. Joey Morona reports where to go pumpkin picking or tackle a corn maze and other fun events for Oct. 9-11.
South Haven: Susan Glaser highlights the must-sees of South Haven, Michigan, on the state’s west coast. Among the highs: beaches, walking the sand dunes and a manageable drive from Cleveland.
The Link LonkOctober 09, 2020 at 05:03PM
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96% of Ohioans living in a red or orange county for coronavirus: The Wake Up for Friday, Oct. 9, 2020 - cleveland.com
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