Lila Thompson

Bureau Chief · Cleveland, OH

Lila has over 15 years of experience covering local government and politics in Cleveland. She holds a Bachelor's in Journalism from Ohio University and has previously worked as a political correspondent for the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Lila's expertise in navigating complex political landscapes makes her a trusted source for local governance.

6 stories from Lila Thompson in Mentor

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How Ohio’s Break the Silence Act would expand existing domestic violence protocols

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ohio hospitals already are required to have procedures for interviewing suspected domestic violence victims and photographing injuries when possible.

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Lorain City Council president pleads not guilty to OVI, speeding charges: 3News Investigates

Joel Arredondo is serving his tenth term as council president. On Sept. 27, he was pulled over by Lorain police after reportedly driving 48 mph in a 35-mph zone.

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Cause of death revealed for ‘General Hospital’ star who died at 62

Soap opera star Robert Kelker-Kelly’s cause of death has been revealed weeks after he died at age 62.

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Lyndhurst lands NE Ohio's first Fogo de Chão restaurant

LYNDHURST, Ohio -- “Anyone for Brazilian?” is a phrase not currently heard much in Greater Cleveland among those making a dining choice.

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Akron Municipal Court to honor former U.S. Rep. John F. Seiberling during Veterans Day ceremony at Glendale Cemetery

AKRON, Ohio – The Akron Municipal Court and Glendale Cemetery will honor the legacy of World War II veteran and former U.S. Rep. John F. Seiberling during a public ceremony on Monday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m.

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A Routine Town Meeting Took an Unexpected Turn During Public Comment

A local government meeting turned into a public shouting match after a New Jersey mayor mocked a resident during open comments, according to coverage by the New York Post.

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