Film Study Professor, Joe Fortunato, joins Ray every Friday for Film School. This week they went back to 1988 with the drama, Rain Man.
The Akron Marathon is tomorrow morning! Melissa Johnson, Board Chair of the Akron Marathon, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. They discussed over 20 years of the marathon, the course that highlights Akron, the community, and more!
Guardians Broadcaster, Jim Rosenhaus, joins the Ray Horner Morning Show every Friday to talk baseball in 'Bases & Balls!' Cleveland celebrated Terry Francona (Tito) at his final home game earlier this week. They reflected on Francona's run as manager, the season, and more.
Student Athletes of the Week: Kate Young & Matthew Luecke
Written by Steffany Murdock
This week's athletes are from Copley High School.
New Akron Municipal Court Eviction Diversion Program Aims To Help Both Landlords & Tenants
Written by Jeanne Destro
Akron Municipal Court Judge, Ron Cable, says he doesn't know exactly why Akron has the highest per capita eviction rate in the State of Ohio, but he does know that he wants to help both landlords and tenants find a better solution than going through what can be a costly and disruptive legal process that is often the hardest on children who get pulled out of their schools and familiar neighborhoods.
That's why he says he's hopeful about a new, $240,000 grant from the National Center for State Courts, that will be used to start a new Akron Municipal Court Eviction Diversion Program.
Listen now to find out how it will work, who it will benefit, and when it will start:
Akron Municipal Court Judge, Ron Cable
Prepping Your Body Heading Into Race Day
Written by Steffany MurdockThe Akron Marathon is a couple of days away. It's important to prep properly heading into the race. Dr. Nilesh Shah, medical director for the Akron Marathon, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show on Thrusday. They discussed what to do heading into the race, how to care for your body after the race, and how to start training for 2024.
Senators Brown & Vance Collaborate On Help For East Palestine Residents
Written by Jeanne Destro
Both of Ohio's US Senators, Republican JD Vance, and Democrat Sherrod Brown, are expressing concern about the long-term health of East Palestine area residents as a result of their exposure to toxic chemicals from last February's Norfolk-Southern train derailment.
They're calling on the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to study whether conditions there constitute a public health emergency, and if they do; their findings could enable the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide the affected residents with Medicare coverage.
In a letter to EPA Director, Michael Regan, the two Senators write, "The long-term environmental and public health impact of this exposure on residents remains unknown and may not become apparent for years to come. No affected resident of East Palestine or its surrounding communities should have to worry about affording necessary health care, now or in the future.”
To read the full letter, click here.
In addition, Senator Brown talked to us on the air this week about his concerns regarding lack of adequate medical treatment for people who might potentially get sick, and why he thinks Norfolk-Southern Railways isn't doing enough to clean up their own mess.
Listen now as he talks with our morning show host, Ray Horner.
**UPDATE: This story was updated with audio from Senator Brown's conversation with Ray Horner, on Thursday, Sept. 28.
Akron police are on the hunt for a suspected teenaged robber who stole from another teen Monday night at Walgreens.
19 News reports that the victim of the robbery, a 13-year-old boy, told police that he was at the Walgreens on West Market Street around 5:30pm when the suspect started following him around the store and eventually outside. Police say that’s when the robber demanded the boy’s wallet and threatened to shoot him.
Now police are asking for tips that might lead to the suspect, described as a boy between 13 and 16 years old, who took the victim's wallet and fled on a bike.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip. You can also call Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS.
Bobby DiBiasio of the Cleveland Guardians joined the Ray Horner Morning Show for his weekly episode of Hey Bobby! Terry Francona is likely retiring. Ray and Bobby talk about Tito, his career, and more.
The Akron Marathon is coming up this weekend. Katie Riley joined the Ray Horner Morning Show to talk about the expo and entertainment.
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The FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon, & Team Relay is coming up on September 30th. Laura McElrath, Vice President, Operations & Race Director of the Akron Marathon, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show on Tuesday. Laura and Ray discussed the details, when, where, what to expect, and more.
US Marshals are on the hunt for two suspects they describe as fugitives, and they are asking for your help.
35 year old Kyle Bonsky is wanted on charges including grand theft, identity fraud, receiving stolen property, failure to comply, and complicity to commit theft and burglary. They say he fled in a vehicle several times from law enforcement , and they allege that he has been involved in an ongoing crime spree.
In addition, investigators believe Bonsky is currently with 24 year old Randi Marion, who is wanted by Stark County for an Adult Probation violation.
If you have any information that can help find these two suspects, you can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED or you can send a web tip at the following webpage http://www.usmarshals.gov/district/oh-n/index.html.
Tipsters can remain anonymous and reward money is available.
United Auto Workers in Streetsboro Join the Picket Line
Written by Katie Lee
Car parts distribution in and around Ohio has come to a virtual stand still as United Auto Workers at the Stellantis parts distribution center in Streetsboro have joined the picket line as the union continues its strike against the big 3 automakers.
Streetsboro workers tell 19 News that the automakers need to remember who made them profitable and who made concessions in 2007 when the auto industry faced bankruptcy, saying that promises made to workers since 2007 haven’t been kept.
The union's targeted strikes continue and are currently taking place in 38 facilities in 20 states, a strategy that could have a major impact on parts availability for dealership service centers and auto repair shops.
Meanwhile, CNN reports that President Joe Biden has announced he will join members of the United Auto Workers union on the picket line tomorrow with Biden posting to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, that he is joining workers in Michigan to “stand in solidarity as they fight for a fair share of the value they helped create,” saying, “it’s time for a win-win agreement that keeps American auto manufacturing thriving with well-paid UAW jobs.”
Biden’s appearance on the picket line will be a first for a sitting president. He will be in town one day before a scheduled appearance by former president Donald Trump who will be skipping the second Republican primary debate in favor of making a speech in Michigan.
Ohio & Erie Canal Summit Lake Trail to Open Tuesday!
Written by Steffany MurdockBig announcement from the Ohio Erie Canal, there is a new North Shore Bridge, connecting Summit Lake to the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail! Dan Rice, President & CEO Ohio Erie Canal Coalition, joined the Ray Horner Morning Show. They talked about the bridge and how it came to be. Ribbon Cutting is on Tuesday, Sept. 26th, at 2pm at Summit Lake.