UPDATE: Northeast Ohio is bracing for a flash freeze and additional snowfall today, December 30, 2025, as severe winter weather sweeps through the region. Strong winds reaching up to 60 mph are exacerbating conditions, with thousands already experiencing power outages as reported by FirstEnergy Corp.
As of this morning, emergency services are on high alert. Heavy snow and wind advisories are in effect across Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga counties. Residents are urged to stay indoors and avoid travel if possible.
The year 2025 has been marked by extreme weather fluctuations in Ohio, with significant cold snaps and heat waves impacting daily life. Ryan Cohick’s analysis highlights how these weather swings have put a strain on local infrastructure and emergency services.
In other urgent news, police are investigating a suspected homicide following the death of a 24-year-old Cleveland man, Fernandos Clark. Clark was transported to University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center after being found injured in the 18600 block of St. Clair Avenue on Friday. His tragic passing adds to a growing concern about safety in the area, especially as a 16-year-old boy was also fatally shot in a separate incident at a local Raising Cane’s in Mayfield Heights. Authorities have detained a 14-year-old suspect and an 18-year-old for questioning.
In legislative updates, Ohio’s cannabis policy remains in the spotlight. Lawmakers are moving forward with a bill that will ban most intoxicating hemp products, allowing only THC beverages to remain available until December 31, 2026. This development is part of ongoing efforts to regulate the hemp industry more strictly.
Additionally, Ohio task forces have made significant strides in combating illegal drug activities, seizing over $75 million in drugs, 440 firearms, and $4.1 million in cash throughout the year. These figures underscore the persistent challenges facing law enforcement in the state.
As the New Year approaches, Cleveland is also witnessing shifts in local business landscapes. The University Hospitals’ Broadview Heights urgent care clinic has relocated to a new facility at 9000 Treeworth Blvd., enhancing access to healthcare services in the community.
With the holiday season underway, Cleveland restaurants are also making headlines. Agave Social Kitchen is set to open soon in the Flats East Bank, promising a vibrant dining experience, while the contemporary Japanese restaurant Kyuu Juu will close its doors this week after just six months of operation.
Stay tuned for continuous updates as these stories develop. For the latest news and weather updates, follow cleveland.com.
