Police: Lice-infested women went 'shopping' at Walmart

BRIMFIELD -- Police here said two women from Akron went on a late-night "shoplifting" trip to Walmart.

Police said that, as the items in one cart were being scanned and bagged, one of the women pushed a full cart of merchandise out of the store.

Then the other woman ran out after her. Police say a witness snapped some pictures on his smart phone, "which is always great when the suspects give us the old 'that wasn't me' speech," Police Chief Oliver said.

The women drove off but police tracked them to their home in Akron, and in conjunction with Akron police, found over $1,300 worth of stolen merchandise.

But there was another problem, police said. The women's house was infested with bed bugs and lice, "the double whammy of itchy," Oliver said.

Officers had to be decontaminated and the evidence was treated and triple-bagged. Police also decontaminated the women before they were given their orange jumpsuits.

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North Olmsted: Pedestrian killed in overnight accident

NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio -- A pedestrian was killed in an overnight traffic incident in North Olmsted.

The accident was reported on Brookpark Road, between Great Northern Boulevard and Columbia Road around 11:30 p.m. Thursday.

A man was found in the eastbound lanes of Brookpark Road.

The driver and car involved were not at the scene when police arrived.

Officers are investigating whether the man was thrown from the vehicle or if he was struck by the vehicle.

Brookpark Road was closed for a time overnight, but has since reopened.

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Exclusive: Dash cam release in Middlefield police shooting

Middlefield -Police have released dramatic dash cam video of the shoot-out between officers and a suspect during a routine traffic stop.

On March 10, 2013 Officer Brandon Savage and Officer Erin Thomas pulled James L. Gil Gilkerson over while on patrol.

Before they could exit their cruiser, police say the man got out of his car and fired at the officers.

Officers then exited their cruiser and returned fire, killing Gilkerson.

Officer Thomas was shot in the hand. She was taken by a University Hospitals MedEvac helicopter to MetroHealth Medical Center.

Officer Savage was hit in the leg by shrapnel and was taken to University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center for treatment.

Both officers have since been released from the hospital.

Back in April the officers, along with those who responded to their aid, were recognized for their courage and commitment to protecting the Middlefield community.

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Cleveland Weather: Terrific Thursday

Today: Mostly sunny.  Mid/upper 70s

Friday:  Partly sunny.  Mid 70s

Saturday: Partly sunny.  Low 70s

Sunday:  Partly sunny, slight chance of a shower.  Upper 60s

Monday:  Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Upper 60s

Tuesday:  Partly sunny.  Upper 60s

Wednesday:  Partly sunny.  Upper 60s

 

I'll keep you updated on twitter through out the day too!  Follow me at:  @holliesmiles

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Top Deals Under $50 Today: Beats by Dre, speaker docks

CLEVELAND -- Audiophiles unite!

Today, two coupons cut your costs by more than 60% on two of my favorite products. Whether you're still searching for that perfect Mother's Day, anniversary, or birthday present, or just finally want to pair your device with the output it deserves, today is your day.

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The JBL speaker system is backyard friendly if you choose to load it up with batteries and it can also be plugged in and enjoyed indoors. I have mine on a shelf right now. The sound is awesome for the size. Amazon has also dropped prices on the unit, but they are selling for more. If you need a deal, today is your day.

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Hinckley: Saddling up at River Road Horse Farm

HINCKLEY -- Sure, the nation's eyes will be focused on Louisville this weekend as the Kentucky Derby gets ready to race, but you don't have to go very far to find horses and farms.

WKYC's Joe Cronauer takes us to one and uncovers their connection to a racing legend!

These majestic creatures and this breathtaking scenery are just 35 minutes from downtown Cleveland. Mark Palik owns the River Road Horse Farm in Hinckley.  It's just one of many incredible places in our area.

"This is the actually the best place in Ohio for trail riding with all the Metro park trail rides we have," Palik says.

With 38 acres in a serene setting and an indoor/outdoor arena, you can board your horse, get training and ride 25 acres of pastures -- quite a contrast from the from Kentucky Derby, which is dubbed "The fastest two minutes in sports."

 "We do have a connection with the Kentucky Derby" horse owner Rene Eisenhut says. "My horse is Gravitus. He is a half brother of Barbero who won the Kentucky Derby 2006."

Barbero's Father is a stallion that also sired Gravitas. Oh, and the name?

"I looked it up," Eisenhut explains. "It's Latin for 'dignified leader' and he's pretty bossy, so it fits him."

It seems the riders get as much out of the experience as the horses

"I love being out here with him," Eisenhut says. "It's a lot of work but it's great therapy."

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Cleveland Weather: Awesome start to May

Today: Partly to mostly sunny. Mid/upper 70s

Thursday: Partly cloudy.  Low 70s

Friday:  Partly sunny.  Low 70s

Saturday: Partly Sunny.  Low 70s

Sunday:  Partly to mostly cloudy with a chance of showers.  Low 70s

Monday:  Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Upper 60s

Tuesday:  Mostly cloudy with a small chance of showers.  Mid/upper 60s

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Winding through tunnels under Lake Erie

It's a massive $198 million undertaking that's happening beneath your feet -- and under a sliver of Lake Erie.

We want to take you on what can only be described as the most unique commute in all of Ohio. Instead of driving up I-77 to get to the office, these workers make their way into "the shaft" by taking a ride down a knee-knocking man-made canyon just off I-90 in Bratenahl.

It goes 200 feet down under Lake Erie.

It's deep, dark, loud and always about 55 degrees.

Like clockwork, a train -- Cleveland's only real subway -- awaits the descendants of "the shaft" for a 15 minute, 15 mph train ride from the site in Bratenahl to the location of Cleveland's big dig.

What they're doing down here is building an 18,000-foot long tunnel from Bratenahl under the highway, and yes, under the lake, to near the Euclid line.

The underground area is big enough to hold New York City trains

In the end, this project will prevent about a billion gallons in sewer oveflow from entering Lake Erie every year. 

According to one worker, we have more tunnels in Cleveland per capita than most other cities.

We finally arrive at the site of the drill known as the TBM -- the tunnel boring machine. It's the size of three train cars and requires 12 people to run it.

And when it starts up, it chews up. Millions of pounds of shale have been drilled, rolled and raised up top.

Employing trains and elevators and dozens of workers deep underground is the biggest project ever taken on by the NEO Regional Sewer district. Nearly $200 million spent on waste.  A worksite no human will set foot in for generations after the valves open down here next year.

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Cleveland: Food trucks returning for Walnut Wednesdays

CLEVELAND -- The sizzle of Walnut Wednesdays returns for a third year this week.

Every Wednesday now through Sept. 25, Cleveland's favorite food trucks will set up shop along Walnut Avenue from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Walnut Wednesdays also showcase live music. Faction, a local cover band, will provide entertainment for the first Walnut Wednesday this year.

The following food trucks will be ready to dish out their flavors on May 1: Angie's, Dim & Densum, DonutLab, Fired Up Taco, Jibaro, Krav, MotorMouth Food Truck, Slangwiches Mobile Bistro, StrEat Mobile Bistro, Sweet! The Mobile Cupcakery, The Nosh Box, Touch Supper Truck, Umami Moto and Zydeco Bistro.

To see a weekly food truck list, visit http://www.downtowncleveland.com/events/walnut-wednesdays.aspx.

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Cleveland Weather: Monday showers

Today: Mostly cloudy with widely scattered showers. Mid 60s. Wind: SW 5-10 mph.

Monday Night: Gradual clearing & mild. Upper 40s, low 50s. Wind: South 5-10 mph.

Tuesday:  Partly Sunny & Milder. Low 70s.  Wind: South 5-10 mph.

Tuesday Night:  Partly Cloudy & Mild. Low 50s. Wind: South 5-10 mph.

Wednesday: Mostly Sunny & Warm. Mid 70s.

Thursday: Partly Cloudy & Mild. Upper 60s.

Friday:  Partly Cloudy. Near 70.

Saturday: Partly Sunny. Upper 60s.

Sunday:  Partly Sunny. Upper 60s.

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