Good morning, Cuyahoga County. A facility once infamous enough to be featured in the hit podcast "Serial" has finally shuttered its doors. East Cleveland's jail closed in December after inspectors uncovered a staggering 147 violations, from exposed wiring to broken security cameras and plumbing failures. The closure follows years of documented problems, including the disturbing case of Arnold Black who was held for days in a storage room without basic necessities – a situation that eventually cost the city $30 million in court judgments.
On a lighter note, adrenaline seekers will soon have a new reason to visit Cleveland's western suburbs as K1 Speed plans to bring its indoor electric go-kart experience to Avon. Meanwhile, an investigation continues after two people were shot late Friday night at CMHA's Haltnorth Walk housing complex, with both victims expected to recover from their injuries as authorities search for suspects.
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🚨 East Cleveland Jail shuttered after inspectors found 147 violations. The facility, featured in the podcast "Serial," closed in December following health and state inspections that detailed unsafe and unsanitary conditions throughout. Problems included missing glass panels, exposed wiring, plumbing failures, broken cameras, and security issues that failed to separate violent from nonviolent offenders. The closure comes years after Arnold Black was held for four days in a storage room without basic necessities, resulting in a $30 million court judgment against the city. Cuyahoga County now houses East Cleveland's prisoners at $173 per day per person.
🏎️ Electric go-karts are speeding into Cleveland's entertainment scene. K1 Speed, an indoor electric go-kart and amusement center, plans to open a new location in Avon, marking its entry into the Cleveland market. The company already operates a facility in North Canton at 8373 Port Jackson Avenue. While specific opening dates weren't announced, this expansion brings another entertainment option to Cleveland's western suburbs. The new venue will join K1 Speed's network of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karts and additional amusement attractions.
🚨 Two shot at Cleveland housing complex in late-night incident. The shooting occurred around 11:30 PM Friday at CMHA's Haltnorth Walk property. One victim arrived at YHaven on Woodland Avenue with a calf wound, while officers later found a second victim with a shoulder injury at the original scene. Both victims are expected to recover from their injuries. No arrests have been made as CMHA police continue their investigation into the shooting.
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