Tragic Death Stuns Elyria Family as Parents Face Charges
Police investigate the death of 2-year-old Ashley Kasubienski found in a sweltering attic. Her parents Alexander Kasubienski and Catherine Kasubienski are charged with involuntary manslaughter and child endangering after the coroner ruled the death a homicide due to starvation and neglect. The couple, held on $55,000 bond, say little as investigators seek why the child lacked food or water while maggot-infested food was found in the home.
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Kin They Need Aid Not Prison in Tragic Death Case
In Elyria, the Kasubienski families endure a devastating loss as two parents face scrutiny over the July 15 death of Ashley, two. Shannon Kasubienski, 16, defends them saying they should receive counseling rather than prison. He recalls caring for Ashley and Amber during stays with the couple and notes the couple's hardship after a layoff.
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Unified Dems pick Duke sense a win
Michael Dukakis, after a long primary battle, accepts the Democratic nomination at a unified convention in Atlanta as the party senses victory. He is joined by supporters and will nominate Lloyd Bentsen tonight, signaling a ticket expected to shift toward a less liberal stance and aim to break the GOP eight-year White House streak.
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North Ridgeville crime rate ranks second in state
North Ridgeville placed second among 29 Ohio cities with 20k-30k population for fewest major crimes in 1987. The city reported 458 major crimes, behind Parma Heights and ahead of Zanesville, with Safety Service Director Ray McLaughlin and Police Capt. Ron Bauer attributing the drop to aggressive crime education and policy streamlining.
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Weather Turns Toward Normal as Rain Dims Drought
Elyria reports for North Coast area indicate a shift toward normal weather with cooler, more humid days and scattered showers. Rainfall remains below normal but steady soaking improves soil absorption and eases heat as temperatures hover around 75 to 80 this week.
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Selling house Helpful hints by Dave Barry
A humorous column by Dave Barry offers practical tips for selling a house with a light touch. He emphasizes clean presentation, curb appeal, and honest disclosures to attract buyers and close a deal without unnecessary stress.
In Our Town The Metal Man
In Our Town a piece profiles a metal craftsman known as the metal man. The brief notes his workshop on C street and recent projects reflecting midcentury industrial craft.
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Tribe edges A's, Carl Lewis loses
A baseball matchup ends with the Tribe defeating the Athletics as star Carl Lewis experiences a setback. The game highlights strong pitching by Cleveland and late-inning hitting to seal the win. Critics note Lewis’s performance despite the loss.
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Weather Outlook Keeps Clouds With Rain Chance
Cloudy day with a 50 percent chance of rain or drizzle and a high near 77. Tonight remains cloudy with a low around 62. Details on page 3.
Jack Wolf Rites Held in Lorain
Evelyn Ostreicher sister of Lorain County Board of Elections Director Jack Wolf comforts at his funeral in Lorain Wednesday. Wolf died Monday at the Democratic National Convention in Atlanta where he served on the Democratic Rules Committee not as a delegate. Deputy Director Joan Leyshon serves as acting director until a replacement is named.
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