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FBI arrests NBA coach Chauncey Billups, Miami’s Terry Rozier in federal gambling investigation

Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups was arrested Thursday by federal agents as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal gambling activity, according to…

October 23, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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OHSAA announces emergency vote on NIL following court order

The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) has announced an emergency referendum vote that will allow member schools to decide whether student-athletes can be compensated…

October 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Playoff push: Here’s where local football teams stand heading into the final week

With just one week left in the regular season, the playoff picture is tightening across Ohio as high school football teams prepare for the first postseason under the OHSAA’s new…

October 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Ted Ginn Jr. brings message of motivation and movement to Canton South, Fairless students

Former Ohio State and NFL wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. brought his trademark energy and positivity to Canton South Middle School this week, encouraging students to make fitness and…

October 21, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Lake football player undergoes surgery after kidney injury against Hoover

What started as a typical Friday night under the lights for Lake High School senior Justin Landes turned into something far more serious — and emotional — for the Blue Streaks…

October 20, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Alliance moves Trick-or-Treat due to football playoff game, sparking backlash from residents

The City of Alliance has rescheduled its Trick-or-Treat night to Wednesday, Oct. 29, sparking backlash from residents who say the change is inconvenient and unnecessary. Mayor…

October 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Lawsuit may pave the way for Ohio high school athletes to be paid

A lawsuit filed Wednesday, Oct. 15 in Franklin County against the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) could lead to an emergency referendum vote by OHSAA member schools…

October 15, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Browns owners, City of Cleveland partner on $100M revitalization plan in wake of team move

Mayor Justin M. Bibb and the Haslam Sports Group (HSG) have reached a $100 million agreement aimed at transforming Cleveland’s lakefront and advancing the development of a new…

October 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Queen of the course: Marlington’s Johnson wins EBC title, ends day as Homecoming Queen

Marlington junior Irelyn Johnson had a Saturday to remember. Just hours after winning the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) cross country championship on her home course, she…

October 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Minerva sweeps EBC cross-country titles: a championship day fueled by heart, family, and perseverance

The morning air at Marlington High School carried that unmistakable October chill — the kind that makes it a perfect day for running, and an even better day for history. By the…

October 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Browns bench 40-year-old Joe Flacco, rookie Dillon Gabriel to start vs. Vikings in London

The Cleveland Browns are making a major change at quarterback ahead of their trip overseas. Veteran Joe Flacco, 40, who engineered Cleveland’s playoff run in 2023, has been…

October 1, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Lake Local Schools instructs coaches not to lead prayer after complaint

Lake Local Schools has directed its coaches not to lead student-athletes in prayer after the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) raised constitutional concerns with the…

September 13, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Ursuline High cancels football season amid sexual assault, hazing lawsuits

Ursuline High School has canceled the remainder of its 2025 football season as the program faces turmoil over allegations of sexual assault and hazing, the school announced…

September 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Malvern rallies around senior football player as he plays a day after his mother’s death

A day after his mother died, Malvern senior two-way lineman Darnell Jackson taped his wrists, buckled his chinstrap and took snaps on both sides of the line. By the final whistle…

September 9, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Ursuline coach suspended, assistants on leave in wake of alleged hazing lawsuit

Ursuline High School’s head football coach has been suspended and two assistants placed on leave as investigations continue into alleged misconduct during a summer team trip. Head…

September 8, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

East Canton stays unbeaten with 47-27 win over Sandy Valley, first 3-0 start since 2005

East Canton is off to its best start in 20 years. Quarterback Owen McCroskey accounted for more than 340 yards and five touchdowns as the Hornets rolled past Sandy Valley 47-27 on…

September 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Evanich scores five touchdowns as Marlington powers past Howland

Cam Evanich turned in a career night Friday, scoring five touchdowns as Marlington defeated Howland 38-20 to improve to 2-1. Evanich found the end zone three times on the ground…

September 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

“This is just the start”: Minerva Lions roar to 2-1 after 34-0 win over Springfield

“Hard work pays off,” Minerva head coach Zach Slates said after his team rolled to a 34-0 victory over Akron Springfield Friday night. “The kids put in the effort all summer, and…

September 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Lawsuit accuses Ursuline High School, coaches of ignoring hazing and sexual abuse

Editor’s note: This story contains graphic descriptions of alleged sexual assault and hazing that may be disturbing to some readers. A family is suing Ursuline High School, the…

September 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

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Carroll County

“The heart of Sandy Valley”: Friends, family celebrate Coach Ed Lidderdale’s legacy

To Sandy Valley head cross country coach Greg Howard, the name Ed “Lids” Lidderdale has long been synonymous with Sandy Valley athletics. “When people hear Sandy Valley, they…

September 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller