Thursday, July 9, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1788, Arthur St. Clair, the Northwest Territory’s first governor, arrived in Marietta for a formal ceremony establishing the territory. Washington County was also created, with Marietta named its county seat.

⚽️ Three players from Ohio’s two Major League Soccer teams were selected as all-stars, which you can read about in Top Stories. Meanwhile, another FC Cincinnati player reflects on his time at the FIFA World Cup, which you can find in Sports.

More than half of retirees in the last five years say they regret how they planned, and it's usually not the mistakes you'd expect. Experts say the ones that quietly derail retirement stay hidden until after the paycheck stops, when a handful of overlooked missteps start compounding at the worst possible time. In today's Flyover Podcast, Amy breaks down the five most common retirement mistakes and how to sidestep them before they cost you. Tune in here to learn more!

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DOJ Appeals Cleveland Police Ruling

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a notice of appeal challenging a ruling that kept Cleveland’s police consent decree in place, sending the case to the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

In May, U.S. District Judge Solomon Oliver Jr. rejected a joint request from the city and the DOJ to end the decade-old decree, writing that Cleveland “has a ways to go” before reaching full compliance.

Cleveland entered the agreement in 2015 after a federal investigation found a pattern of excessive force by city police. The probe followed high-profile use-of-force cases, including the 2012 “137 shots” chase and the 2014 fatal police shooting of 12-year-old Tamir Rice.

Mayor Justin Bibb, who backed ending federal oversight, said Cleveland was disappointed by the ruling but remains committed to constitutional policing.

Three Ohio Players Named MLS All-Stars

Three players from Ohio’s two Major League Soccer clubs were named to the 2026 All-Star roster, setting up a matchup with Mexico’s Liga MX standouts later this month.

FC Cincinnati midfielder Evander earned an All-Star selection for the Orange and Blue for the third consecutive year after tallying nine goals and six assists in 14 matches this season.

The Columbus Crew landed two All-Star selections: defenders Steven Moreira and Max Arfsten, who competed for Cape Verde and the U.S., respectively, at the FIFA World Cup.

The MLS squad will face the Liga MX All-Stars on July 29 at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium.

$1.9M Property Featured on Zillow Gone Wild

A Heath log cabin listed for nearly $1.95 million was featured on the popular social media page Zillow Gone Wild, drawing attention for its water views, wooded setting, and heavy use of taxidermy.

The 2,602-square-foot, five-bedroom, three-bathroom home sits on 29.5 wooded acres at 4080 Jacksontown Road in Heath, with a view of water just beyond the front door.

Highlights include a wood-burning fireplace, a 2.5-car garage, and a detached, heated-and-cooled workshop with guest quarters above. You can view 63 photos of the property here.

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➤ Statewide: Gov. Mike DeWine signed House Bill 492 into law, requiring drivers and passengers to give police their names, addresses, and dates of birth during traffic stops. (More)

➤ Northeast Ohio: Former White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham sued U.S. Rep. Max Miller, R-Bay Village, alleging his recent public comments about her, made amid his custody fight with ex-wife Emily Moreno, violated a confidential 2023 settlement that ended his defamation suit against her. (More)

➤ Cuyahoga County: County Council unanimously passed the Tamir Rice Act, making Cuyahoga County the first in Ohio to ban the retail sale and display of gun-shaped novelty lighters. (More)

➤ Delaware: The Ohio attorney general's office is reviewing Delaware City Council's request to stop OhioHealth from closing Grady Memorial Hospital's maternity unit on July 31. (See Details)

➤ Toledo: A city council member proposed an $85,000 pilot program to link area school security cameras to the police department's network. Participation would be voluntary, with 14 schools listed as prospective partners. (See Details)

➤ Youngstown: Mahoning County officials warned residents about scams after last weekend’s tornado and macroburst, including reports of people posing as contractors or government workers offering cleanup services. (More)

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➤ The NCAA has opened an inquiry into the University of Cincinnati involving former quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who was permanently barred from college football after admitting to impermissible sports betting. UC said no athletics official or staff member knew of any violations. (More)

➤ FC Cincinnati and U.S. defender Miles Robinson reflected on his World Cup run after the Americans’ elimination, writing on Instagram that representing his country gave him “memories I will cherish forever.” (More)

➤ Brook Park secured a $25 million federal BUILD grant to rebuild roads around the future Cleveland Browns stadium, including the Interstate 71 and Snow Road interchange. (See Details)

➤ Organizers of the Kaulig Companies Championship hope to raise $2 million for local charities this year, potentially pushing the golf tournament’s four-year charitable giving past $8 million. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: MLB | WNBA | Wimbledon

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➤ Weidmann Electrical Technology, a Switzerland-based maker of transformer insulation, announced a $155 million Ohio expansion that includes a new Middletown facility and increased production at its Urbana plant. (See Details)

➤ Jeff's Donuts, a 24-hour handcrafted doughnut chain, opened its first Ohio location at 5717 N. Hamilton Road in northeast Columbus. The Indiana-founded shop, run by local franchisees, serves more than 40 varieties around the clock. (See Details)

➤ Great Lakes Brewing Co. in Cleveland is celebrating its 38th anniversary with a free three-day event July 10-12 at its Ohio City brewpub, featuring live entertainment and specialty beers. (More)

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➤ Tiny Homes for Humanity has raised $870,000 for a veterans’ housing development in Cincinnati’s Madisonville neighborhood, meeting the fundraising threshold needed to unlock a $1 million matching grant. (Read Story)

➤ A new study from MetroHealth and Case Western Reserve University suggests gas stoves can negatively affect people with “poorly controlled” asthma. (More)

➤ The Akron Zoo will host its Christmas in July event July 24-26, featuring visits from Santa and the Grinch, along with inflatables, mini golf, and water activities. (See Details)

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➤ More than half of retirees regret their planning, undone by five mistakes they never saw coming. (See List)

➤ Search crews have found the Boeing 737 cargo plane that vanished in the Arabian Sea. (Hear Details)

➤ Nike is being sued for allegedly copying 7-Eleven's trademark colors days before the shoe's launch. (Listen Now)