Indians Open Season Stunned By Yankees In 7-1 Loss
New York Yankee hitters broke through against Cleveland starter, pitching, and defense to win 7-1 on Opening Day at Jacobs Field as 42,289 bundled crowd endured 38 degree air. Julio Franco’s sixth inning single was the lone blemish on a shutout bid until late. Paul Simmons of Lorain voiced hope that Cleveland will chase a World Series title next year as the event honored umpire John McSherry with a moment of silence and a ceremonial first pitch by Mike Hargrove.
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Stokes dies at 68 former Cleveland mayor Carl Stokes
Ambassador Carl B. Stokes, first Black mayor of a major U.S. city and former ambassador to the Seychelles, died at 68 after cancer treatment. He was hospitalized about a week, diagnosed with esophageal cancer, and had undergone surgery and radiation. His brother Louis Stokes praised him as a trailblazer who inspired Black Americans to seek higher political office.
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Blacks stand on Stokes shoulders says Ross
Michael Ross the first black nominee for county commissioner credits trailblazer Carl Stokes with paving the way. The Chronicle-Telegram notes Stokes the former Cleveland mayor and a pioneer in black political leadership died early today after a cancer battle.
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Wife testifies husband innocent in sex case
In Elyria a Brookside High School teacher and girls basketball coach, Steven Kleppe, is charged with sexual offenses involving a 17-year-old student. His wife Tammy, 25, told jurors their marriage rests on trust and insisted he could not have committed the alleged acts. The couple has a 2-year-old child.
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Brown plane down near Dubrovnik in stormy weather
Washington reports indicate a plane carrying Commerce Secretary Ron Brown crashed a few miles outside Dubrovnik Croatia amid stormy conditions. A NATO spokesman could not confirm Brown’s presence. Pentagon and White House sources offered uncertain statements as wreckage was spotted.
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Rodman debuts red hair as Bulls beat Heat 110-92
Dennis Rodman sports a new red hairstyle to match his Bulls uniform as Chicago defeats Miami 110 to 92 Tuesday night. The roundups cover NBA action and notable performances across games.
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