🎥 George Clooney Makes Ohio State Sex Abuse Film + COVID Alert Ends + Parma Rib 'N Rock

TGIF, Cleveland! Ohio State is going to be featured in a George Clooney documentary. But it's not about the Buckeyes' football prowess, nor the amazing Ohio State marching band.

• It's a film about Dr. Richard Strauss, the man who abused hundreds of athletes over two decades
• Good news: Cuyahoga County is off the CDC "high alert" list for COVID
• FirstEnergy Stadium will get much-needed repairs

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Ohio State Abuse Scandal Subject Of George Clooney-Produced Documentary

George Clooney is producing a documentary about a massive sex abuse scandal at Ohio State University, where hundreds of athletes accused Dr. Richard Strauss of sexually abusing them between 1978 and 1998. Strauss was the team doctor for 17 collegiate sports.

• The documentary is based on a 2020 Sports Illustrated story by Jon Werthein: "Why Aren't More People Talking About the Ohio State Sex Abuse Scandal?” Congressman Jim Jordan, who was an assistant wrestling coach while Strauss was the team doctor, knowingly ignored the abuse, Werthein alleged in the Sports Illustrated story.
• OSU has settled claims by 286 victims for $59.7 million. Almost half of the accusers have not settled, however. More than 2,000 claims of abuse have been documented.
• Dr. Strauss took his own life in 2005.

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2) After two weeks on the CDC's "high" warning list for COVID-19, Cuyahoga County has been downgraded to "medium" status. That means the CDC is no longer recommending all county residents wear masks regardless of vaccination status while inside public places. The rating is based on new and active hospitalizations.

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3) The Ohio Attorney General will investigate two officer-involved shootings in Cleveland. Datwaun Catchings, 22, was shot to death after a chase by Maple Heights police ended in Cleveland. Catchings pointed a gun at police, authorities said. Demond Eskridge, 42, was shot as he fought with Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Police. Eskridge threw a mattress and TV from a balcony, then bit a police officer, was shot by a stun gun and fought with officers before he was shot, police said.

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4) FirstEnergy Stadium will get $10 million in taxpayer-funded repairs, which includes $3 million to replace the rusted out and deteriorated pedestrian ramps that carry people to the upper levels. The ramps are a safety concern, according to city officials. Other repairs include a new heater and replacement doors and lights. Under terms of the Cleveland Browns lease agreement with the city, Cleveland pays for all repairs with money collected through sin taxes.

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• Parma’s Rib ‘N Rock continues today on the Tri-C West Campus, 11000 W. Pleasant Valley Road, Parma. Sample ribs from Mojo’s Rib Shack, Fine Smoke BBQ, BG’s Main Event, My Corner Bar, Smokin’ T’s, Fat Freddie’s BBQ, Armadillo’s, Swine BBQ and My Brother’s Backyard. There will be rides and live shows by 10 rock bands. Cost: $5 per person. The event ends June 12. Click here for more info
• Top students from Cleveland's School of Rock program, the Headliners, will perform a live concert in Public Square on Friday, June 10, that promises to be full of creative covers that span the musical spectrum. The group is audition-based and consists of students 14 to 18 years old. The event is free. More details can be found here
• Great Lakes Brewing Co.'s Drag Brunch will feature "performances from Malibu Peruu (Miss Ohio All Star 2022), Anhedonia Delight, Monica Lexin, Bigtop, and Cleveland Premier Entertainment!" Make Tickets are free but reservations are required

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