It started with a disqualification in 2023. Mateo Medina was a junior at Elyria High School when a false start during the 400m eliminated him in the district finals. I wasnt mature enough, and I wasn't in the right mindset. I couldnt deal with the pressure, said Medina. The setback was just that. A setback. I've always felt like I had a point to prove, so I always had a chip on my shoulder, said Medina. Seeking redemption, Medina got to work under the guidance of Jerry Chizmar, who has been head of the Elyria track program for 22 years. We wanted Mateo to be able to run his fastest, and we foc ..read more

A fight at Mercy Health Stadium Tuesday evening brought attention to Lorain High Schools graduation ceremony for all the wrong reasons. Now, the outgoing Class of 2024 wants to shift the narrative back to the achievements of the graduating seniors. Avon PD responds to disturbance during Lorain H.S. graduation in Avon; several people charged RELATED: Avon PD responds to disturbance during Lorain H.S. graduation in Avon; several people charged Our school and our city shouldnt be recognized for the fights when so many good things come out of our school, said Allison Loera. Its the end of an era f ..read more

It was a wake-up call that the Baus family never expected: a car crashing into their home early Friday morning. "We heard an explosion and I came down and thought the gas fireplace had blown up," Bryan Baus said. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating after a 46-year-old woman died after crashing her vehicle into their home along West Ridge Road in Elyria Township a little after 1 a.m. "The whole entire chimney is ready to cave," Linda Baus said. "Blew my entire fireplace out." According to troopers, a 46-year-old woman was driving a 2005 Ford 500 south on West Ridge Road when she drov ..read more

Avon Police confirm several people, including juveniles, have been charged with disorderly conduct following a "disturbance" at Mercy Health Stadium Tuesday night. Lorain High School was holding its graduation ceremony at the stadium. A news release issued early Wednesday morning said, "Officers assigned to the off-duty assignment at Mercy Health Stadium, requested additional Avon Officers and the Avon Fire Department to the scene for assistance. At 2107 (9:07 p.m.) hours, a request was made for mutual aid with Avon Lake, North Ridgeville, Sheffield Village and Westlake." On Wednesday, Avon Po ..read more

Lorain is mourning a beloved community member who served residents for decades. On Monday, News 5 learned that former Fligner's Market owner, Kel Fligner, died at 84 years old. Fligner's has been an iconic business in Lorain for a century, with the market being passed down through the generations. Kel Fligner started working at his family's market when he was 10 years old, back when it was called Lorain Cut-Rate Fruit Company, which didn't really offer many groceries as people in those days mostly canned their vegetables. The business expanded over the years and eventually changed to its curre ..read more

The brick architecture, century-old buildings, and long-time businesses in downtown Wellington harken back to a bygone era. But efforts in more recent years have successfully preserved the history and character of the community for future generations. We are really small town America. But theres just some hidden gems here, said Jenny Arntz, the executive director of Main Street Wellington. Recently, Heritage Ohio designated the town as a National Main Street Community. The distinction requires a town to meet rigorous standards and recognize the work done to preserve historic buildings, foster ..read more

A life lost too soon but a legacy that will live on forever. Its amazing what an impact he left on everybody that they still recognize us, and they still know his story, said Tara Taylor, Ashtons mom. The first time News 5s Remi Murrey met Joseph and Tara Taylor was when Ashton was in the fight of his life. Community rallies behind toddler battling aggressive form of cancer READ MORE: Ashton's Army: Community rallies behind toddler battling aggressive form of pediatric cancer No kid deserves to go through what Ashton went through. No family deserves to go through what we went through, so thats ..read more

In the next five years, the Lorain City School District could see a more than $81 million budget deficit. District leaders hope voters will approve a proposed levy in November rather than be forced to make difficult cuts. Theres a real sense of caring that exists that you dont find in a lot of places. And I think people will rally to support our schools and our children, said Superintendent Jeff Graham. Graham explained the shortfall is partly due to expiring pandemic relief funds, declining enrollment and the rising costs of nearly everything. Im not the expert on this, but I was told that be ..read more

The Lorain City School District announced that Southview Middle School will be closed on Tuesday. The district said the closure is due to a lack of water pressure in the building. It is unknown if the district plans on having classes on Wednesday ..read more

As Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, water safety must be top of mind. Across Northeast Ohio this past week, there's already been multiple drownings. Lexi Hall and her friend Emily Long are trying to enjoy their day off despite the gloomy weather in Vermilion. It's very rough, said Hall. I was telling her this would be fun to jet ski in but it's definitely rough and I wish it was a little blue and clear. This Memorial Day didn't make out as the best day for Hall to take a swim or her family's boat out as Lake Eerie stirs. It's a little too rough out there maybe tomorrow or the ..read more