🌱 Cleveland FBI Warns Of Phone Scam + Hit And Run On The East Side

Morning, Cleveland! I'm back with your new edition of the Cleveland Daily. Let's get this Wednesday started off right with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 62 Low: 48.

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Here are the top three stories today in Cleveland:

1. The Cleveland office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning people of a telephone spoofing scam. Scammers are using technology to make their phone numbers appear as though they are calling from the Cleveland FBI. The callers address people by their full names, know their addresses, and falsely claim that the person is being arrested or charged with a crime. If you have received such a call, please contact authorities. (WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland)
2. On Tuesday morning a pedestrian was struck and killed in a hit-and-run incident on Cleveland's east side. At about 8:30 a.m., a man was struck by an unknown vehicle near East 152nd Street and Waterloo Road. After hitting the pedestrian, the driver of the vehicle fled the scene. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. (cleveland.com)
3. A new restaurant for Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood is being developed by a legendary restaurateur. Carl Quagliata, the man behind Giovanni's, one of Cleveland's longest-running and most well-known fine dining locations, is heading the venture. The chef at the new restaurant will be Zachary Ladner, who has been in the kitchen of Giovanni's for 13 years. The two men also operate Smokin' Qs, Paloma, The Village Butcher, and Salumeria. (cleveland.com)

Today in Cleveland:

• Community Pickleball At Mayfield High School (8:30 AM)
• GED/HSE Class At Garfield Heights Branch Library (9:00 AM)
• Mindful Boxing At Bratenahl Community Center (12:00 PM)
• Book Lovers' Club At Warrensville Heights Branch Library (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Want to win a Cleveland Browns mini-helmet signed by Myles Garrett? Check out the giveaway at the link for a holiday gift that will make your favorite Browns fan cheer. (Cleveland Browns via Instagram)
• Congratulations Terry Francona, who has been named a finalist for AL Manager of the Year for his work with the Cleveland Guardians. (Cleveland Guardians via Facebook)
• Do you want to take some adorable holiday photos with your beloved pooch? City Dogs Cleveland is hosting a holiday picture event this Sunday! (City Dogs Cleveland via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.