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Coonville: A troubling name rich in history
The word “coon” has been used as an epithet to attack African Americans since at least the mid 1800’s. It was featured in blackface performances popularized during Andrew Jackson’s administration. Jim Crow-era newspaper clippings are… Read more
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Labor union files grievance against City of Elyria, alleges breach of contract in Spanos case
Above is an image of the formal grievance. The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 277 has filed a formal grievance against the City of Elyria. The grievance is on behalf… Read more
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A disturbing response to another Elyria murder (opinion)
It was just after 3:00 a.m. at Elyria’s Chronicle-Telegram. Staff had just finished printing thousands of newspapers and the day’s distribution was ready. Their work complete, they clocked out for the night and headed to… Read more
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3-day suspension for City of Elyria employee accused of harassing and intimidating mayor
The image above is a capture of the Notice of Discipline. You can read the full Notice here. Elyria, Ohio – The investigation into the altercation between Elyria Mayor Frank Whitfield and City of Elyria… Read more
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Opinion: Whitfield administration misused power by involving police in employee dispute
Pictured above: City of Elyria Mayor Frank Whitfield (left) and City of Elyria Safety Service Director Matt Lundy It’s been nearly three week’s since Elyria’s mayor, Frank Whitfield, accused a city employee of “harassment and… Read more
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Whitfield administration involved EPD in harassment allegations against city employee
The above photo is one of several taken by Spanos during the August 8 incident with Mayor Whitfield Elyria Police Chief Bill Pelko confirmed this morning that he was contacted by Mayor Frank Whitfield’s staff… Read more
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A new investigative blog for Lorain County
Welcome to a new investigative blog focused on local politics and human interest stories in Ohio. As a resident of Elyria, much of my research and writing will explore Lorain County. If you’re unfamiliar with… Read more
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DA to lay out evidence against father, son in Caldor Fire case
El Dorado County prosecutors are set to lay out their evidence against the father-son duo accused of starting the Caldor Fire, an historic wildfire that destroyed nearly an entire town and burned a quarter million… Read more
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New details in Caldor Fire case as trial looms
This article focuses on the impending trial of the People vs David and Shane Smith. If you are looking for my reports on the earliest days of the Caldor Fire, click here. 14 months after… Read more
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Caldor Fire Witnesses Speak Out for the First Time: Part Three – Billy’s Story
Part One of this story introduced us to Travis Alvarez, who shared his story of meeting the Smiths moments after the Caldor Fire began. In Part Two we met Travis’ girlfriend, Amanda Serum, who recounted… Read more
Welcome to my Blog (formerly The Jericho Report)
I have a knack for investigations and enjoy writing detailed and revealing reports. Most recently I’ve dug into political scandals in northern Ohio as well as the cause of the Caldor Fire in El Dorado County, California. Occasionally I also write about travel, personal growth, political opinions and, of course, communications consulting. Enjoy.
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