A new tenant is already ready to takeover the former Pisolino space Even though Tutore Italian Cooking School, which opened in April 2023 in Avondale the owners have decided to close the operation this summer Co-owner Dean Zanella says he wants to spend more time with his family There’s no exact closing date, but Zanella says Tutore will exit by the end of June to give the new operator time to set up shop by July 1. Zanella, a veteran Chicago chef who’s worked at 312 Chicago and Rhapsody, among other restaurants, opened Tutore two years ago with chef James De Marte. De Marte’s old restaurant, Pisolino had survived the pandemic by transforming from a full-service restaurant to a market with sandwiches to-go but De Marte wasn’t as excited about the day-to-day grind especially with road construction near Belmont and Elston slowing foot traffic So De Marte and Zanella opened Tutore in the Pisolino space at 2755 W Pastry chef Mollie Mettelka would also join the team showing Chicagoans there’s more to the cuisine than red sauce Italian-American fare it appears Tutore was a success: “My accountant asks if we’re printing money,” he says The classes were packed on the weekend, and chefs, like John Manion of Brasero and El Che frequently collaborated with the school to show their kitchen expertise the work-life balance wasn’t what he had hoped Zanella says it wasn’t fair to De Marte and Mettelka when he would ask them to cover for him on weekends Zanella suggests that fans keep an eye on Tutore’s website and Instagram page in the next few months for flash sales on products and last-second classes Though Zanella and De Marte are moving on to new ventures Tutore Italian Cooking School CINCINNATI — A man pleaded guilty to killing four people in 2020 in Hamilton County Court on Friday Alto Miles was accused of the deaths of William Bowen III, 28; Michael Eves, 47; Briggett Carter, 56 and Tasia Mason, 35. Investigators said Miles shot and killed the four victims at two separate crime scenes in April 2020 Police found Bowen and Eves shot to death in the early morning on Reading Road near Glenwood Avenue while Carter and Mason were discovered dead inside an apartment on Clinton Springs Avenue about an hour and a half later then-Prosecutor Joe Deters sought the death penalty for Miles he told investigators he would have continued killing if they had not stopped him a judge ruled that Miles would no longer face the death penalty after a doctor determined he suffers from schizoaffective disorder a mental health condition that qualifies under Ohio law to have a death penalty sentencing dismissed a tumultuous courtroom scene erupted when Miles yelled in court and refused to accept his new guilty plea His attorney announced he was retracting Miles' former plea of not guilty and changing it to guilty on four counts of aggravated murder Miles yelled about shooting and stabbing people before confronting the judge The judge stated that Miles could not "knowingly and voluntarily plead guilty to the charges he's been indicted with," leading to the rescheduling of the hearing Miles was sentenced to 36 to 40 years in prison Darter Fest is back for its 12th Annual celebration at Avondale Brewing Company this Sunday This celebration aims to increase awareness of the Watercress Darter If you’ve never heard of the Watercress Darter chances are you’ve never seen it either the darter is extremely endangered due to its limited distribution and specific habitat requirements The festival will help support watershed education programs for local schools and STEM programs Alabama Environmental Council has partnered with Avondale Brewing Company to increase awareness and support for this tiny fish that is a catalyst for the restoration of Birmingham Springs “After Birmingham-Southern College closed the Alabama Environmental Council (AEC) graciously allowed our center to house its grant programs at the AEC and so that’s been really beneficial because it means that we can continue our Birmingham watershed program AEC has also facilitated the search and raising some funds to undertake a search for a new location for the center to be housed.” “The proceeds from from Darter Fest help support watershed STEM programs in local schools and we’ve got great artists that will be participating and offering face painting and art The little darter has left a lasting impression on many nature-lovers here in The Magic City.” To stay updated with all of the Birmingham happenings, follow Bham Now on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok All content on this site is Copyright © Rushing Waters Media LLC/Bham Now 2016-2025 Arizona's largest privately owned primary care provider continuing its mission to make healthcare more accessible The clinic is located at 9796 West McDowell Road Suite 105 Phoenix AZ 85037 on the northeast corner of 99th Avenue and McDowell in the newly constructed Sprout's shopping center Doors will officially open at 8:00 AM on Friday This newest location brings MY DR NOW's signature convenience to the West Valley—offering walk-in availability and extended hours every day of the week for all Family Medicine services Whether you need a routine check-up or immediate care MY DR NOW ensures you won't have to wait days or weeks for an appointment or adjust your life around limited office hours "We're proud to open our doors in the Avondale area and provide families in this community with access to the care they deserve," said Dr "From evening and weekend appointments to walk-in and video visits everything we do is built around making healthcare more convenient and accessible." 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Health Care & Hospitals Multimedia & Internet Corporate Expansion New Products & Services Do not sell or share my personal information: An Arizona man and his attorney claim that security lapses at a mental health hospital allowed him to be vulnerable to a brutal attack by another patient in an intake room Court records show the attack occurred inside the Copper Springs Behavioral Health Hospital in Avondale ABC15 is not naming the victim at his request because he is the victim of the crime "I never thought any of this could ever happen," the victim told ABC15 on Wednesday Roberto Cuauhtemoc Lopez walked into a room where the victim was repeatedly beat the man in the head with a clipboard and then sexually assaulted him "This guy could’ve taken that pen and stabbed me in the neck," the victim told ABC15 "he felt like God wanted him to do it." He's now in jail facing five felony charges said the facility is partly to blame for his client's injuries Damoui said there were multiple security lapses "They clearly failed on so many levels," Damoui said "Having voluntary patients with mandated patients allowing them to be able to gain access to one another." Damoui said there was also a security camera recording the assault in the room but he said it took approximately 15 minutes for staff to notice something was wrong and intervene ABC15 is committed to finding the answers you need and holding those accountable Submit your news tip to Investigators@abc15.com Copper Springs Arizona Market CEO Jessica Black sent ABC15 a statement saying: Copper Springs is committed to protecting the health and dignity of all of those who enter our doors and we are horrified and deeply saddened by this attack on our patient We have worked closely with the local authorities investigating this incident and will continue to cooperate with them as they need us "I think the facility should be held fully accountable," the victim told ABC15 "I think the people who were responsible should be let go and be fired." the victim said he was taken by paramedics to a West Valley emergency room he had the courage to seek mental health treatment from a different provider "I’ve told my counselor that I found the key and I’m opening up a box," the victim said the victim said he still wanted to encourage other people in crisis to seek mental health care Copper Springs has two behavioral health facilities in the Valley They are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services You can reach Senior Investigator Melissa Blasius by email at melissa.blasius@abc15.com or call 602-803-2506 Follow her on X @MelissaBlasius or Facebook Report a typo The city of Cincinnati says a new statue of Martin Luther King Jr And it wants your photos to help finish the memorial Javarious Jackson has been leading the project for the City Manager's Office He says the centerpiece of the memorial will be a 6-and-a-half-foot tall bronze statue of Dr It'll be surrounded by six pillars representing the tenets of nonviolence King practiced "If you've ever been into a Southern Baptist church with the beautiful murals and the stained glass windows that's what we're trying to emulate in this statue," he says The memorial replaces one built in 1987 and removed in 2017 as work happened on the I-71 interchange Houston-based RE:site designed the memorial Jackson says the city expects to break ground soon and finish the memorial in spring 2026 the city is teaming up with the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library to gather photos depicting the city's connections with Dr The Holloman Center for Social Justice in Avondale will hold a photo scanning event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26. There's also an online submission form City of Cincinnati Department of City Engagement and Planning's Eunique Avery says it's a way for residents to highlight their personal connections with King's legacy "Anything you may have at home you think could really bring and shed light on the unique historical nature that Cincinnati has as it relates to Civil Rights and social justice we invite you to come out and share those with us." LISTEN: New MLK memorial coming to Avondale touches on the Civil Rights leader's impact From the same team behind Mom’s Basement comes Bruto—a new Italian-inspired café on 4th Avenue South in Avondale We stopped by the other day for a quick bite and a look around Bruto is the newest addition to the Avondale Mills shopping center—steps away from sister spot Mom’s Basement we had to close [Mom’s Basement] due to COVID restrictions we started making pizza and sort of fell in love with it Bright yellow chairs surround a community table in the center of the room and comfy chairs and a couch sit in the corner Lining the walls is art curated by the owners perfectly lit by the sunlight pouring through the large windows “All of the pictures and stuff hanging on the walls are all out of my personal collection a few pieces by local artists and stuff I’ve picked up at estate sales over the years.” As the art-forward design draws you into the space Bruto’s kitchen keeps you coming back sourdough and more baked-to-perfection bread Bruto’s menu is a blend of European-inspired fare and Southern favorites Bruto joins Lag’s Eatery in local restaurants new to Birmingham’s east side in the past year “The more restaurants on the east side I think Lag’s opening has been really good for the area and hopefully we’ll contribute to that as well.” the Birmingham Public Library—Avondale Branch was presented a $2,500 donation by Checkers & Rally’s to support the library’s Summer Reading Kick-Off Read on for the scoop and how to get a free book on May 10 The check presentation took place at a special community event last week and included local families homeschoolers from the Red Mountain Community and representatives from the library’s Avondale and Central Branches Support was also extended to 18 Birmingham-area libraries which received achievement awards and bookmark coupons to help encourage young readers to get excited about summer reading the Birmingham Public Library provided 256 summer programs for all ages we will also be able to offer a free book for families to add to their home library We will distribute these free books at our annual summer reading kickoff at the Avondale Regional Branch Library.” The event is free and open to the public on Saturday Bring your family out for a day of fun activities including: Public libraries need our support now more than ever For more news + entertainment happening around Birmingham, sign up for our free newsletter the Avondale neighborhood is no longer a food desert Hundreds of community members gathered to watch the ribbon cutting of The Country Meat Co Eager shoppers lined up to fill the store on Reading Road representing hope and excitement for a fresh start in a neighborhood that has struggled with access to quality food Watch below to see how big the opening day crowd was: Owner Tennell Bryant said the project was the most meaningful he’s experienced The neighborhood has been without a full-service grocer since Aldi closed in 2008 “The whole food desert has come to an end,” Bryant said “This particular project was for the community.” The Country Meat Co. Marketplace stands as a result of years of planning and community involvement. Reggie Harris spoke to WCPO about the idea for a grocery store as construction was underway at the Avondale Town Center Harris was the community life senior manager at The Community Builders He would later serve on Cincinnati's city council “We see this absolutely as a promise that we need to fulfill and that is a part of our vision,” Harris said at the time city council approved $250,000 for the store in its Capital Project Reserve from the previous year’s carryover budget council member Jeff Cramerding said it was to “get them over the top to open.” Harris said the owners are “making it look easy “This crowd has to be here every day,” he said Wynn was one of the first customers to enter the store and I'm hoping that every time I drive past Part of the business plan for the store is to make it more than just a place to pick up groceries but also a community hub Many residents believe the store will strengthen local connections a full-service meat counter and essential grocery items a lifelong Avondale resident and community council member said he’s been waiting for a locally-owned grocery store like this for three decades Ward expressed confidence in the grocery store's permanence I'm sure this is gonna be here," Ward said "It's an African American store in an African American neighborhood.” Customers hugged each other as they took pictures said his definition of success is rooted in his local customers “We plan on being here for a while and continuing to be that community hub,” Bryant said AVONDALE — To improve student literacy, KOAA News5, along with the Scripps Howard Fund, partnered with several schools across southern Colorado for the If You Give A Child A Book Campaign. The campaign provides students with free books to take home Each donation goes to helping students learn to read at a higher level News5 has partnered with six elementary schools in southern Colorado students of all grade levels at Avondale Elementary attended the book fair and were able to pick out books they wanted to read Stevens' class explored the bookcases looking for their next read “I got Dog Man Fetch 22 and the Couch Potato,” one student said Students got to pick out five brand-new books that they thought were the most intriguing and take them home for free and sisters love Alice and Wonderland so I am glad I picked it,” a first grade student said Lillianna Phillabaum is in first grade at Avondale Elementary She said reading is one of her favorite activities and she is excited about her new books “My favorite books are action books because I feel like they are just more fun,” Lillianna said She said the best spot to read is in a quiet place “It is where I can focus more,” Lillianna said The goal of the campaign is to inspire students to read more outside of school and advance student literacy it's worth noting that service members who retire and then teach at the Academy are considered civilian instructors Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5 A 15-year-old Avondale High School student was stabbed and wounded during a fight Tuesday with a schoolmate Auburn Hills police said in a post on X at about 9 a.m that they were called to Avondale High School for a report of an assault The school was placed on lockdown and the two teen males involved in the fight had been identified Police were notified of the incident at about 7:50 a.m. they said in a statement issued Tuesday afternoon Officials said the fight happened in one of the school's bathrooms and the 16-year-old stabbed the younger boy with a small pocketknife Officials said a 15-year-old boy suffered minor non-life-threatening injuries in the fight and his family took him to the hospital Authorities said he was treated and released after initially refusing to let medics take him to the hospital Investigators said school security cameras showed his suspected assailant was seen leaving the campus at about 7:40 a.m Officers later located the suspect's parents They arrested the suspect at about 9:40 a.m and took him to the Oakland County Children's Village Detention Center to await a decision on charges from the county prosecutor's office Authorities said they are not releasing either the names or photographs of the victim or suspect because they are minors Officials also said no others were injured and the fight appeared to be an isolated incident Anyone with information about the incident should call the Auburn Hills Police Department at (248) 370-9460 Avondale School District officials confirmed the fight happened at the high school on Tuesday "An altercation occurred in a high school bathroom resulting in one student being injured and the other exiting the building," the statement said "This prompted an immediate soft lockdown on both Avondale High School and Auburn Elementary campuses." The lockdown was lifted on both campuses after school and local authorities cleared them "The perpetrator has been apprehended and is in police custody," officials said "There is no further evidence of a threat to any building or students within the district "The soft lockdown was implemented due to an isolated incident between two students One student is receiving treatment for minor injuries The safety of all students and staff is our top priority The district takes every incident seriously and will always follow established safety and security protocols." In November, the Detroit News reported the number of student fights at Michigan high schools has been rising prompting some districts to implement shelter-in-place protocols that usually were reserved for threats of gun violence students at Roseville High School in Macomb County were forced to shelter in place after two separate fights between female students occurred several adults were arrested after fights disrupted a John Glenn High School football game in Westland Benton Harbor Area Schools canceled classes for an entire day after a series of fights at its high school Lattie Coor School in Avondale saw an increase in students' literacy rates thanks to their Literacy Hub a supplemental reading program that launched in the 2022-23 school year and is as much for parents as it is for students “Gone are the days where parents were separate from the school,” said Principal Geovanni Orozco “We know that a child comes with a family.” part of the Avondale Elementary School District had 77% of students in the 2023-24 school year meet or exceed benchmarks under the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills assessment a widely used method to determine literacy skills among kindergartners to eighth graders thirty-seven students whose abilities were far below expectations for the DIBELS assessment participated in the Literacy Hub 83% of those students met or exceeded expectations “It's all new and different from when I was a child and learning,” said parent Isabel Garcia whose family has worked with the Literacy Hub Garcia struggled to help her older kids with their learning materials because she was unfamiliar with the curriculum and I'm gonna miss it once he's done with first grade," Garcia said of her kindergartner The Literacy Hub was created with Valley of the Sun United Way to help more students become proficient in reading by the third grade which serves kindergarten and first grade students was approached to build a Literacy Hub because the district already had existing literacy partners Read Better Be Better and Make Way For Books Three of five third-grade students are not proficient in reading for their grade level based on the Arizona Academic Standards Assessment the statewide achievement test for third- to eighth-grade students Education: Mesa Public Schools' pronoun proposal met with opposition from transgender students we're reading to learn,” said Valley of the Sun United Way Community Development and Engagement Director Dawn Gerundo “If you don't have those strong foundational skills Third-grade students who aren’t reading at their grade level by the end of the year are four times more likely to drop out, according to Valley of the Sun United Way. The Literacy Hub aims to address low literacy rates among students with evidence-based solutions such as one-to-one tutoring using existing curriculum within schools and thirty minutes of reading practice twice a week The Literacy Hub engages both students and parentsStudents participating in the Literacy Hub meet with their parents at the end of the school day before the kids split off into smaller groups based on grade and reading level read aloud and sound out individual letters with a handful of students The teacher-to-student ratio is lower than a standard classroom allowing instructors more freedom to offer individual help such as when a student is stuck on a particular word or letter “Working in the small groups is a big help because it takes out a lot of that extra pressure of all the other students,” said Literacy Hub Coordinator Emily Emhardt and they're not comparing themselves to the others that are at different levels.” Parents are not just waiting for their kids to finish their additional instruction during this time; they are actively learning and reviewing the same material as their kids with an instructor When students and parents reconvene for the final 15 minutes of the day they can practice together and ask questions Parents participating in the Literacy Hub also learn how their kids will be tested and what the tests will cover I use a lot of my own experiences and what I went through with my own kids and I use it when I'm teaching the parents,” said the district's administrator for academic achievement among homeless youth Tovar leads the instruction in both English and Spanish for parents She explains jargon that parents might encounter when preparing for standardized testing so they can better understand what students should expect and it shows in the students' test scores,” Tovar said The learning material is broken down into essential sounds and individual letters making it accessible to both parents and students who don’t speak English as their primary language and I was showing him in a way that was very different,” said Mariaelena Duarte of her son Ehitan who would become overwhelmed when practicing timed reading tests Duarte learned that DIBELS assessment scores were based on the total number of words read and helped divert Ehitan’s focus away when stuck on individual words to instead move on and complete as much as possible for a higher score Arizona schools: How districts are responding to Trump administration's DEI crackdown Lattie Coor has all teachers within the school participate in the Literacy Hub so parents “do not see a separation and they just see it as an extension of Lattie Coor,” said Orozco Incoming parents are invited by the school to join and existing parents are sent announcements and reminders via an app that parents use to stay connected to the school Tovar said that the biggest attractor for the Literacy Hub is word-of-mouth because “parents listen to parents." Once parents start to see the benefits and resources provided she believes more families naturally follow suit Lattie Coor avoided making the Literacy Hub a year-long commitment as it might be intimidating for families the program is broken into quarters and students "graduate" at the end of each session with parents usually coming back for the next quarter or school year The Literacy Hub makes it a point to let parents know the importance of attendance and how quickly a student can fall behind because of school absences Teachers and administrators find that involvement with the Literacy Hub has increased students' overall attendance The Literacy Hub also serves as a resource center for families Students can check out materials to practice at home and GED books and ESL courses are available for parents a nonprofit health care provider with several clinics in the Valley to teach parents about medical terms and how to read prescriptions The Hub also looks to teach parents about financial literacy and other roadblocks that might be impacting their child’s learning “If our families don't know how they're going to be able to pay their bill there's a good chance that they're gonna be more worried about that than sitting down playing and reading with their child,” said United Way's Gerundo These additional resources are intended to help parents spend less time worrying about their day-to-day and spend more time practicing with their kids The Literacy Hub has become a “safe space” for parents where they “can get the resources they need without being looked down on," Tovar said and it trickles down to how they participate in class." Coverage of education solutions on azcentral.com and in The Arizona Republic is partially supported by a grant from the Arizona Local News Foundation’s Arizona Community Collaborative Fund Here’s a list of events taking place in our Valley that celebrate and highlight Mexican culture with food CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION Enchanted Island Amusement Park has quite the celebration along with fun activities for the kiddos that include candy & prize-filled piñatas throughout the day AVONDALE FIESTA KERMES EN LA BIBLIOTECA This key event is part of the Avondale Fiesta activities CINCO DE MILES 5K This evening race takes the scenic route on the cart paths through a Chandler golf course This event is capped at 500 participants who are ages 21+ MARIACHI SOL DE MÉXICO DE JÓSE HERNÀNDEZ Continue the Cinco de Mayo celebration with Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández The international mariachi band returns to Phoenix with a tribute to some of the greatest artists of Mexico D-BACKS & LA ORIGINAL BANDA EL LIMÓN (WXYZ) — The Auburn Hills Police Department said that an Avondale High School student was stabbed after a fight in a bathroom See the latest report from 7 News Detroit in the video below there was a fight between a 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy inside the bathroom at the school around 7:30 a.m The 16-year-old reportedly stabbed the 15-year-old with a small pocket knife The victim initially refused transport to the hospital but was later taken to the hospital by his parents The school district was previously in a soft lockdown A spokesperson for the school district said "there is no further evidence of a threat to any building or students within the district." Police say surveillance video showed the suspect leave the campus on foot Detectives were able to get in contact with his parents and the suspect was taken into custody around 9:40 a.m He is currently being lodged at the Children's Village Juvenile Detention Center It’s a new week in The Magic City, and that means a new roundup of businesses popping up across town From a new café in Avondale to an exciting development at a local factory here are seven openings you need to know about From the same team behind Mom’s Basement comes Bruto—a new Italian-inspired café on 4th Avenue South in Avondale Bruto’s menu is a blend of European-inspired fare and Southern favorites featuring Sicilian-style pizza by the slice Popular Cajun food truck Gumbo To Geaux has opened a first brick-and-mortar location near UAB In addition to authentic seafood or chicken gumbo Gumbo to Geaux serves dishes like shrimp and grits Farm Bowl is expanding to a new location near the Hoover Met The Homewood-based spot is a local go-to for smoothies Founded in 2016 in Atlanta by Michael Tavani Switchyards utilizes historic buildings to create a cozy environment where business professionals can focus on work and enjoy a familiar atmosphere unlimited coffee and phone booths for private calls family-friendly outdoor food hall development The Edge is leveling up its guest experience with its newest exciting addition: FunLand Arcade If you grew up visiting Panama City Beach, odds are you may have visited its location across from the Runaway Island Boardwalk, featuring 100+ arcade games like air hockey, pinball and more. FunLand Arcade will be located in the former Cookie Plug space at The Edge, an outdoor entertainment and restaurant hub located along Green Springs Highway in Homewood Just west of I-65 in Birmingham, the former Golden Flake manufacturing plant is being transformed into a new development for anchor tenant Southeastern Salvage Once necessary changes are made to the former Golden Flake factory, Southeastern Salvage will move from its current location at 5421 Beacon Drive in Irondale to the repurposed facility, which the developers have named The Factory at Golden Flake Pell City Square is getting several new retailers and restaurants Ulta and its newest tenant: Outback Steakhouse Outback and the Pell City Chamber of Commerce are hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony where you’ll have the chance to win free merchandise $5,000 of the grand opening proceeds will be donated to Alabama Childhood Food Solutions Real & Rosemary has officially closed its location at The Summit The Real & Rosemary Homewood location temporarily closed after a fire broke out on April 1 the Crestline spot has become the go-to destination for loyal customers While an official reopening date for Homewood hasn’t been announced the team is working hard to get back up and running Beloved downtown wine bar Aviné is now closed The spot located near El Barrio and Bamboo is in the process of being sold Did we miss anything new coming to town? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know When it comes to The Country Meat Co. Marketplace husband-and-wife team Tennel and Chanel Bryant lead with intention While they didn’t plan to hold their grand opening on the same day as a nationwide economic blackout on corporate businesses Tennel says opening during Black History Month was on purpose—to be part of history A community that had been a food desert for 16 years has Greater Cincinnati’s first full-scale Black and independently owned grocery store located inside of the Avondale Town Center brand aligns with the Bryant family’s intent to deliver the best possible product And because customers already associate the brand with the family’s butcher shop at Findlay Market when people think of “country,” they think of “freshness.” “We want people to realize people always think of ‘country,’ ‘farm-fed,’ ‘great quality,’ not that processed stuff,” he adds the impact of the store’s February 28 grand opening was immeasurable “They told me that we were beyond blessed and that we were superheroes for bringing a store to Avondale where no one else would do it,” Tennel explains “When everyone else turned their back on Avondale’s community You can duck in and grab a beverage from the coffee and smoothie bar or pick up a bouquet of fresh flowers which come from a local Black-owned florist Beautiful produce and locally sourced meats will excite home cooks patrons can enjoy meals and cocktails on the patio Tennel describes it as an inviting mix of contemporary and traditional textures “We wanted it to be this store we could pick up and put in any neighborhood,” Chanel says She adds that they wanted it to feel upscale without making customers feel like prices would be out of reach prices haven’t kept people away because the couple is busy replenishing what’s been sold Chanel was on the phone with a vendor reordering coffee and cups that were out of stock “Everything has to be restocked,” Tennel says At the annual Neighborhood Summit last month Cincinnati City Council Vice Mayor Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney presented the Bryants with a community award she mentioned how there were so many people at the store when she went two days in a row that she didn’t get to shop remained open an extra hour during their opening and urged the city to continue that energy and keep going back The store’s long-awaited rollout took about three years to complete “Some of the challenges were funding,” Chanel explains things that kind of went haywire when we were getting ready to open on the construction end and equipment end and then just trying to just make it be perfect.” And because they were set on opening a store that aligns with their brand promise of quality Tennel recalls the people who told him his vision was too broad It wasn’t unfinished “white box” construction which Tennel says is often the way new stores look in underserved urban communities and you could just give ’em a white box and walk away.’” Early skepticism may stem from distrust that Black businesses could survive in Avondale Town Center which is centered in a historic community that’s overcome decades of setbacks Among them was white and Jewish flight in the 1950s and the ever present stigmatization from crime Strategies toward revitalizing Avondale date back to 1971 With its sights on building the city’s first Black-owned shopping center the Reading-Rockdale Cluster Development Plan envisioned a commercial hub with a barbershop Avondale Town Center broke ground with the backing of former NBA MVP Oscar Robertson and his Cincinnati Royals teammate When the shopping center opened a year later things looked hopeful as stores like Payless ShoeSource and a Black-owned bank moved into the 40,000-square-foot mini mall and Lucien Garrett—all of whom were Black—owned the IGA When the IGA closed the first time in 1986 Kenneth Blackwell told the Cincinnati Enquirer that Garrett and Jackson had been victims of high interest rates the store reopened months later under white ownership who owned the Race Street IGA location in Over-the-Rhine City leaders and residents demanded they hire a Black manager and ramp up security Aldi’s served the neighborhood until it closed in 2008 a void that impacted residents without transportation This history of comings and goings is why the community is rooting for the Bryants to succeed Surrounded by other Black-owned businesses is part of Avondale’s $46 million mixed-use development that includes casual dining choices like Zola’s and Saturday Morning Vibes Cereal Bar as well as a laundromat The vibrant 78,000-square-foot complex gives Cincinnatians a myriad of reasons to visit Avondale and the Bryants are happy to be one of them Tennel remembers his late grandfather’s advice: Keep the faith “And despite all the naysayers telling me to walk away History was made and now the train is just now getting started.” a 19-year-old Denver police cadet walked into Avondale Liquors across the highway from Empower Field He tried to buy a Bud Light Chelada as part of a sting operation the store had applied to renew their liquor license with the Department of Excise and Licenses But the citation that followed the underage sale was just another notch in the belt of a long history of criminal activity at the store — one that led to the loss of its liquor license this week After years of community complaints about the owner’s complacency the city has denied the store’s application to renew its liquor license The store remains open but can only sell tobacco and other products Read the full story on Denverite You want to know what is really going on these days We can help you keep up. 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Privacy Policy A security supervisor of a correctional facility in Phoenix who sexually abused an inmate was sentenced to more than a year in prison and 10 years of supervised release, the U.S. Department of Justice announced pled guilty to sexually assaulting the woman inside her living quarters at the Behavioral Systems Southwest Residential Reentry Center The Federal Bureau of Prisons contracts the center to offer reintegration services for inmates helping them transition back to civilian life and avoid relapsing into criminal behavior Murray Snow sentenced Hibbitt to a 13-month prison term Hibbitt must undergo supervised release for 10 years and register as a sex offender The prison sentence comes nearly two years after Hibbitt used his position as a security guard to compel the woman to engage in sexual activity while she was under his supervision According to the woman's report to authorities she was in her room on the afternoon of May 21 After he turned on the water and light in her room he initiated sexual intercourse and later “compelled her to perform oral sex.” Hibbitt pled guilty to sexual abuse of a ward on June 11 A sentencing hearing was initially set for Sept Hibbitt’s attorney cited concerns that certain allegations against his client would escalate the penalties to several years of imprisonment The attorney effectively asked the court to consider additional factors in the case that would affect the severity of the prison term prosecutors recommended that Hibbitt serve 13 months in prison and five years of supervised release with the condition that he register as a sex offender tacking on an additional five years of supervised release Shawn Raymundo covers the West Valley cities of Avondale, Buckeye, Glendale, Goodyear, Peoria and Surprise. Reach him at sraymundo@gannett.com or follow him on X @ShawnzyTsunami Avondale Park got a little bit greener this Earth Week Thanks to the Friends of Avondale Park, local partners and about three dozen volunteers from Regions Bank the historic park will have by the end of the week the beginning of a new native plant garden and a natural erosion control bank that will improve the pond’s water quality “Friends of Avondale Park is always looking for places where a committed group of volunteers can make a big difference which we revived and is now over 100 years old another committed group of volunteers that activate the park and create a great community in the park We are always looking for opportunities and trying to solve problems.” One problem the group seeks to solve is the soil erosion problem that starts at the hillsides near and around the historic amphitheater and ends in the park’s iconic pond volunteers prepared beds for native plants by spreading topsoil compost and mulch at the site of the new native plant garden behind the amphitheater and close to the pond According to Michael Sznajderman with Friends of Avondale Park the gardens are strategically located in places to naturally slow down water flow The native plants will also attract native bees the group installed erosion control devices along the edge of the pond to support the bank and prevent runoff They also planted wetland foliage that will act as a natural buffer the two projects were made possible by the following groups: Red Mountain School has committed to take care of the gardens “We love to build communities within the park.” To learn more about Avondale Park and how you can join a community within the park, visit Friends of Avondale Park Follow Bham Now on Instagram and Facebook and sign up for our FREE newsletter to stay up to date on news in The Magic City Former Executive Director at the Alabama Environmental Council and Wild South Publisher of the Bama Environmental News for more than 18 years Career highlights include playing an active role in the creation of Alabama's Forever Wild program preservation of special places throughout the East through the Wilderness Society and the strengthening (making more stringent) the state of Alabama's cancer risk and mercury standards StyleBlueprint Here's your complete guide to this lively pocket of Birmingham Create your free profile or log in to save this article and you’ll feel Avondale’s laid-back vibes wherever you go The area has evolved significantly since we published our original guide back in 2018 — here’s the updated version Avondale’s character is perhaps best summed up by its food. There’s something for everyone, and you can expect to be embraced by a welcoming, relaxing atmosphere. From charming date-night spots to inviting patios and lively haunts, make sure you bring your appetite Avondale is home to some of the most popular breweries, artisan coffee shops, and bars around You’ll find house-made craft brews that honor the legacy and lore of the neighborhood The area is also known for its buzzing music scene with hip venues throughout the neighborhood Drop by Avondale and fall in love with this booming Birmingham neighborhood To stay in the know on the best of Birmingham, subscribe to our daily emails Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInAVONDALE (WVUE) - Federal investigators have launched a probe into the deadly explosion and fire that occurred in Avondale claiming the life of 87-year-old Deloris Gabriel and injuring five others which happened over an hour after a natural gas leak was reported down the street has prompted questions about why evacuation orders were not issued before the blast The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed it has begun its investigation into the explosion working closely with local authorities and utilities to gather information The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is also involved according to Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta The investigation has a 90-day timeline to determine the cause and assess the response “There doesn’t seem to be anything in close proximity to where the leak site was that was in immediate threat,” Skrmetta said “You can say it’s an accident -- it’s an accident -- but that doesn’t really do anybody any comfort knowing the impact of these things.” The explosion occurred in a neighborhood where Atmos Energy and local firefighters had already responded to a reported gas leak hours earlier FOX 8 visited the Herbert Wallace Volunteer Fire House seeking answers about the crew’s response Chief Thomas Berggren briefly addressed a reporter stating he was not at the scene during the incident “All we can say is that at this time it’s under investigation we are not allowed to say anything,” Berggren said He referred further inquiries to Jefferson Parish officials for details on first responders’ actions FOX 8 reached out to Jefferson Parish spokespersons for clarification on gas leak protocols and the lack of an evacuation order the parish directed questions to the utility company “(Atmos) would be better to respond regarding gas leak evacuation procedures and protocols in place Attempts to contact Atmos’s public affairs manager Skrmetta said he is awaiting the conclusion of ongoing investigations to determine the cause of the fire and its potential connection to the gas leak Skrmetta suggested that findings from the investigation could lead to changes in gas utility practices “There are some questions about the issues but we are going to wait and find out what the federal departments determine before we go any further,” Skrmetta said While Jefferson Parish and Atmos have not responded to questions about their decision not to evacuate the area officials in neighboring Orleans Parish shed light on standard protocols for handling gas leaks sometimes once a month or once every other month,” said Collin Arnold director of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness for the City of New Orleans gas leak responses are typically coordinated between the utility and city officials First responders and utility teams assess the situation using specialized equipment to measure gas levels in the air “If it’s a high-pressure gas line and they feel like it’s a situation where an evacuation needs to occur sometimes that’s only a block-or-two radius around the gas line,” Arnold said The Avondale explosion has left the tight-knit community grieving and searching for answers See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Click Here to report it Subscribe to the Fox 8 YouTube channel Birmingham’s first 24/7 workspace area secluded spot to bring our laptops and dive into work Coined as The Magic City’s first “neighborhood work club,” Switchyards is bringing out the best vibes of a local coffee shop a cozy college library and a hotel lobby all in one Keep reading to learn more about this new work concept you can understand the need for having a dedicated workspace that is not your home or office Switchyards aims to inspire face-to-face engagement and encourage professional development The company utilizes historic buildings to create a cozy environment where business professionals can focus on work and enjoy a familiar atmosphere Switchyards has 24 clubs around the country with its 25th being right here in The Magic City The club will be limited to 250 members and cost $100 per month Switchyards will offer one-day-only tours on May 14 and begin offering membership on May 15 This new workspace is just one of many new businesses coming to Birmingham For more news like this, make sure to sign up for our FREE newsletter. 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Illinois 60618">.css-56eu0z{width:1em;height:1em;display:inline-block;line-height:1em;-webkit-flex-shrink:0;-ms-flex-negative:0;flex-shrink:0;color:var(--chakra-colors-gray100);vertical-align:middle;fill:currentColor;}3173 N Elston Ave Chicago Middle Brow extends its pizza reach past Logan Square and into Avondale as the resident kitchen at The Beer Temple The rectangular pies are made with Middle Brow’s signature sourdough and have an excellent chew and crispy bottom It’s the perfect foundation for the layers of molten brick cheese And if you just want a snack to go with your beer 8.2Patty Please American Avondale Despite operating out of Small Bar’s equally tiny kitchen Patty Please is a massive burger-smashing force This pop-up presses beef into pristine doily-eque circles with a fantastic griddled crisp fusing perfectly with the American cheese and buttery soft potato roll but our go-to order at the bar or in a booth with friends at 12:36am is the Pleaser It gets a tangy kick from their signature sauce and sweetness from grilled onions you can get garlicky cheese curds and a sweet citrusy frozen banana daiquiri without first checking your bank account Ukrainian This spot with trippy lamps and sparkling zakusky carts full of appetizers is one of Chicago’s best Ukrainian restaurants Servers hype up lokshyna as if the garlicky egg noodles layered with farmer’s cheese will make you start referencing events as “Before Anelya” and “After Anelya.” But whether you're catching up with friends or just want some trout roe tarts that taste like a whole lox bagel in one bite the playful space and unique takes on classics make eating at Anelya a blast Access exclusive reservations with your sapphire reserve card this New American restaurant is very welcoming Bartenders playfully present a Miller High Life like it’s a vintage red or encourage a double date hanging out at a candle-lit banquette to stay as long as they want—which could be a long time And the food is why you’ll want to stay forever which is both exciting and bittersweet since those incredible spicy hokkaido scallops in a funky XO sauce may never appear again Just know that they don't take reservations Sandwiches Good luck walking away from counter-service shop Tribecca’s with less than six sandwiches per person Their flavorful Cubano is made with mojo pork And the horseshoe—an open-faced sandwich on Pullman bread topped with two beef patties and fries—will completely erase any hangover Each of the nine sandwiches made here is filling enough to qualify as a three-course meal on its own PlayUnmute8.2Soul & Smoke Avondale BBQ Soul & Smoke has a familiar story: a catering business got a food truck and then opened a brick-and-mortar business The brisket and ribs at this spot located at Rockwell on the River are incredible and so are the sides like creamy mac and cheese and you get everything you want out of a summertime cookout without actually cooking PlayUnmute8.0 Thattu Indian to (now) a casual sit-down restaurant serving Keralan comfort food And comfort is exactly what you’ll feel throughout your time at this South Indian spot The bright space exudes warmth—from the friendly greetings at the entrance to the last sip of frothy kaapi served in the same steel cups common in Indian homes but that just means you can order everything and share with friends or a date like the crispy masala-dusted chaatertots with a side of beet ketchup and thick and fragrant curries with a fluffy How to get into ThattuReservations are available up to two months in advance and it’s the only time they serve their spicy fried chicken sandwich Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardmembers can unlock access to primetime reservations on OpenTable through the Visa Dining Collection. Find exclusive bookings here PlayUnmute8.1Loaf Lounge Bakery/Cafe 8.0La Nonna Argentinian or split your favorite bottle of wine and chicken milanesa with a prospective 8.0Cafe Tola #2 Mexican The incredible empanadas at this mini Mexican chain are chunky (each one is tennis ball-sized) Grab one for the road or make a meal out of a few while sitting on a colorful retro barstool Some of our favorite pastry pockets are the chicken mole full of tender meat covered in a sweet and smoky mole and the birria loaded with juicy goat and cheese Their tacos and burritos are equally tasty PlayUnmute7.8Chesa's Bistro And Bar 3235 W Addison St Suite C Chicago Southern This gluten-free, Southern restaurant serves the kind of dishes that make us look forward to—or at least not hate—Chicago’s 30-degree days and buttery wagyu sliders on buns that we wouldn’t know were gluten-free if it wasn’t our job to know these things with a few TVs over the bar and a hip-hop playlist that makes head-bobbing groups of friends remember just how catchy 2000’s Nelly is 7.8Mother's Ruin Bar Food Mother's Ruin is great for meeting up for drinks when you don't want to commit to a full dinner but still want the option to grab some food This casual cocktail bar has tasty snacks like pimento cheese with fried saltines The food is way better than it needs to be and the space is busy without feeling chaotic the kitchen is open until at least 2am 365 days a year 7.6Joong Boo Snack Corner Korean 7.6Staropolska Restaurant 3030 N Milwaukee Ave Chicago Polish Logan Square For any occasion involving the sentence, “Let’s get Polish food,” this iconic spot is our go-to Staropolska has enough dark wood to raise concern about deforestation but nonetheless creates the kind of environment that’ll make you wish it was snowing outside which makes it a popular place for families Start with the $39 “Polish Platter,” which comes with sausage and our favorite stuffed cabbage in Chicago PlayUnmute7.6Ludlow Liquors The Wolfhound Bar and Kitchen Irish Wolfhound seems like a typical Chicago bar with TVs and ever-flowing beer, but it’s actually a bonafide Irish pub. Couples in the back split a full Irish breakfast (available all day) of tender bangers and rashers, while a solo reader at the bar can sip an expertly double-poured pint of Guinness There’s usually a strong crowd of regulars any day of the week but expect even more people sharing meaty black pudding pizza when there’s a rugby match on or during their live music Tuesdays when fiddlers and pipers take over the front fireplace 7.5Chief O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant Pub For a more classic Chicago Irish pub experience head to Chief O’Neill’s. This decades-old neighborhood staple has old wooden church pews, historical photos, and enough Guinness memorabilia to rival an official brewery There’s even a regal painting of the chief himself hanging above their fireplace—our favorite spot in the restaurant to eat fish and chips or a savory shepherd’s pie with fluffy mashed potatoes they also have a massive brunch buffet for just $32 plus live music from 5-8pm because drinking and eating corned beef while listening to Irish folk music is classic Chicago PlayUnmute7.5Honey Butter Fried Chicken DMen Tap Bar Level 20 centaurs all the way from Chondalwood and mere humans from just across Belmont gather to hang out and the European dishes like charred döner kebab wrapped in yufka or tangy currywurst are all solid For gamers who could care less about 12-sided dice the back room also has pinball machines and N64 All our favorite Logan Square restaurants for all sorts of dining situations Our favorite restaurants in the neighborhood The 20 best places to eat in Humboldt Park John grew up in Albany Park and likes to play the xylophone when he isn’t busy eating and filling his camera roll with videos of pasta twirls Adrian oversees the Infatuation's West Coast and Midwest markets and has written hundreds of reviews and guides in Chicago A 16-year-old boy has been charged in allegedly stabbing a 15-year-old during a fight Tuesday morning at Avondale High School. The Oakland County Prosecutor's Office announced the suspect who is being held at the county's Children's Village facility carrying concealed weapons and possessing weapons in a weapon-free zone The charges were announced in a press release issued Wednesday by County Prosecutor Karen McDonald who did not release the names of the suspect or the victim Police said they were notified of the incident at about 7:50 a.m McDonald said it began as a fight between two students in a school bathroom A kitchen knife later was found in the bathroom Authorities said the 15-year-old suffered minor injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital The suspect was seen leaving campus at about 7:40 a.m and eventually placed the 16-year-old under arrest at about 9:40 a.m The school was placed on "soft lockdown" immediately following the attack Avondale School District officials said in a statement Tuesday @max_detroitnews By David BakerPublished: Feb 2025 at 4:28 PM MSTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInAVONDALE AZ (AZFamily) — An Arizona Lottery player in the West Valley recently scored a five-figure payday players must match four numbers and the Powerball Nobody won the $1 million prize or the jackpot The next drawing is on Saturday where the jackpot is expected to be an estimated $172 million See a spelling or grammatical error in our story? Please click here to report it Do you have a photo or video of a breaking news story? Send it to us here with a brief description Friendship Chinese is beckoning customers with free appetizers for life by partnering with a local tattoo parlor Through Friday, April 17, Friendship Chinese restaurant in Avondale is offering customers a chance to earn free egg rolls and crab rangoon for life The catch could be considered another perk; you have to get tattooed with the restaurant’s logo Any hypothetical tattoos are free, part of a promotion with neighboring Legacy Tattoo to drum up business amid continued fallout from COVID-19 and heavy construction on Milwaukee Avenue Restaurant owners have complained about the traffic and reduced parking options from the road work along the main commerce street for Logan Square A post shared by Legacy Tattoo Chicago (@legacytattoochicago) attempting to wax poetic about perfect wonton-to-filling ratios and other factors Frankie Marron, community engagement and membership director for the Logan Square Chamber of Commerce has been helping by managing social media for the promotion and responding to requests Marron says the biggest challenge they’ve seen to businesses in Logan Square and Avondale is the ongoing construction of more bike lanes and a new park “Last summer here on this side of Milwaukee but now construction is on the other side of Milwaukee,” Marron says As Block Club Chicago reported the promotion has exceeded expectations as word spreads on social media Legacy Tattoo owner Brian Clutter says that as of Thursday they had more than 60 people who committed to ink Ekinci chose the classic red and has been in love with it so far which means “House of Friendship,” is originally in red so I liked seeing the process of it unfold,” Ekinci explains adding that she’s planning on incorporating flowers — perhaps Japanese blossoms for a cultural fusion aesthetic “And I’ll go back to the same guy,” she laughs Yuen left his New York City career in fashion marketing to help his sick father take care of the restaurant Their original location was across the street where the owners serve food inspired by their Mexican home state of Michoacán They also ran a location for a brief time along Chicago’s lakefront The family moved to Chicago from Hong Kong in the 1970s but their immigration story started five generations ago who he says “was one of those typical Chinese who came from China as a single man to work and it took up to 50 days to reach Chicago from China His great-grandfather ended up going back to China to remarry a younger woman whom he brought on the boat to Seattle and then the train to Chicago who took the same arduous journey back to China with her parents at 7 years old with her ailing father and her young mother they made the journey from China to Chicago Marron — whose grandfather immigrated from China to Mexico as an engineer to work on bridges — grew up in Logan Square and Avondale all his life and has vivid memories of going to Friendship Chinese “I was telling Alan that I’ve been coming here since I was 7 years old And I have a picture of me drinking the tea,” he says adding that his favorite dish now is the Hong Kong-style Sidewalk Noodles with Garlic Shrimp Yuen says he was thinking that when the program ends they can do reunions for people who got the tattoo That sense of community might be why Clutter and Yuen say so many of the people reaching out are having their very first tattoo be the Friendship Chinese logo “It’s nice to have things that bring people together We’ve had lots of forces trying to divide us for a long time So it doesn’t hurt to try and remind ourselves that we should be together,” Clutter says “It makes me excited when I think about some of the people that get the same tattoo It’s like being part of a little community.” People are looking for more ways to be together especially after COVID-19 hit the restaurant industry hard and greatly reduced the number of third spaces we have It’s been over five years since the first lockdown orders were issued and we’re still looking for ways to get closer Marron adds he received a request from a married couple who had their first date at Friendship Chinese and wanted to get matching tattoos And just as many like Ekinci are choosing the logo for their first tattoo while others choose it for their fifth or 50th “I had one person call and ask if they could get the tattoo a little smaller,” Yuen tells Clutter “And when I asked him if there was a particular reason why he said ‘Because I’m not sure if I have any more room on my body for more tattoos.” Friendship Chinese crossed hit a major hurdle in November when the city’s health department closed them down “due to water back-up caused by an underground broken pipe,” Yuen says It took them about a month to reopen and complete “extremely costly” repairs Yuen says: “Since the only way to fix the problem was to open up the floor I decided to open up the entire kitchen floor and install a new drainage system.” and looking for new ways — like the promotion — to get customers in the door JACKSONVILLE – It’s often called a rare sighting that’s a sign of good luck when a white or albino squirrel is spotted Natalie Samsonyuk and her fiancé Vasilli Isakov stumbled upon the uncommon occurrence a few days ago and captured video of an albino squirrel roaming about on Hershel Street What were the chances of seeing it twice in a day?’ I had never seen anything like that MORE | Tracking white squirrels: These rare animals appear to be living in at least 3 areas of Jacksonville Wildlife experts said the unique squirrels are born with a genetic trait that causes the animal to have little or total lack of pigment. They consider albino squirrels rare because only 1 in 100,000 is born with the genetic trait. Legend has it that if someone spots an albino squirrel, they will have good luck. That may be true because Samsonyuk‘s fiancé, who is a sculptor, received good news about new sculpting projects the same day they saw the squirrel. “We got two exciting projects. One in New York and one in Atlantic Beach. We will make sculptures featuring nature in Jacksonville,” Samsonyuk said. Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved. Award-winning broadcast and multimedia journalist with 20 years experience. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Careers at WJXT / WCWJ Closed Captioning / Audio Description WJXT Public File WJXT EEO Report WCWJ Public File WCWJ EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 News4JAX.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – People who live in part of the Avondale neighborhood are asking drivers to be more careful when passing through. The request comes after a truck crashed into a home on St. Johns Avenue. It happened around two in the morning on Saturday. “It was surreal,” Aristide Pinto, whose parents live in the area, said. “It literally looked like a bomb went off and exploded the car into the house.” Pinto, who is also a real estate agent, shared photos and videos of the wreckage with News4JAX. In the photos, you can see a mangled truck, a damaged retention wall and a utility pole split in half. A JEA spokesperson said 255 people were affected by this outage, but power was restored before 10 this morning. The cause of the crash is still unknown, but Pinto said he’s seen many crashes on this road before. “I’ve seen people speed on that road for the last five years of me being in Avondale,” Pinto said. Pinto said he and his dad have reached out to the city as well as the Florida Department of Transportation to see if they could get solutions to slow down the fast drivers. The dad shared his email thread between FDOT and News4JAX. At one point an FDOT worker replied they’ve “determined that all appropriate safety measures have already been installed.” It’s not something Ari and his dad agree with, because they feel like more signage or speed bumps could be added to help slow drivers down before someone gets seriously injured or killed. News4JAX reached out to the owner of the home, they told us they didn’t want to speak on camera. We also reached out to JSO for comment and are still waiting to hear back. When we reached out to FDOT for comment on this story they replied “Portions of St. Johns Avenue are owned and maintained by FDOT, while other portions are owned by COJ. I am not aware of the details of the recent crash you mentioned and unsure if this crash is on a state roadway. For information regarding the cause of the crash or other specifics, FDOT respectfully refers you to law enforcement, as the crash is likely still under investigation. As with all crashes on FDOT roadways, FDOT evaluates the roadway once law enforcement has completed its investigation. This is standard operating procedure for the agency. If the crash involves a fatality, special emphasis is placed on the evaluation. Regarding roadway evaluations, FDOT continuously reviews its infrastructure to ensure roadways meet safety and operational standards. While I am not aware of a previous request for additional signage on St. Johns Avenue, I can confirm that FDOT designs and constructs roadways with safety as a top priority. I would have to get back to you during regular business hours regarding any specific requests. However, the safest roadways rely on drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and all roadway users making responsible choices and safe decisions to ensure the roadway is safe for everyone. Khalil Maycock joined the News4JAX team in November 2022 after reporting in Des Moines, IA. Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInCINCINNATI (WXIX) - A homicide investigation is underway after a shooting took place on Sunday 27-year-old Malik Thiam was shot and killed in the 800 block of Lexington Avenue in Avondale District 4 officers were dispatched to the area at approximately 11:40 a.m where they found Thiam with gunshot wounds Thiam was transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center with life-threatening injuries where he was later pronounced dead the following day Police have not mentioned any suspects at this time Anyone with information is asked to call the Cincinnati Homicide Unit at 513-352-3542 correction: Cincinnati Police originally reported that the shooting happened at 11:30 p.m See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Please click here to report it Do you have a photo or video of a breaking news story? Send it to us here with a brief description AZ — One person was killed in a crash along I-10 near Avondale Boulevard Thursday morning Arizona Department of Public Safety officials say three vehicles were involved in the crash and video from the scene showed a motorcycle as one of the vehicles involved Traffic was restricted in the area for several hours but the freeway started to reopen before 9 a.m Check current traffic conditions here.