This announcement comes after the popular, but controversial mixed martial arts fighter has been faced with recent legal troubles and bans. NEW YORK — Mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor has announced his retirement from the sport, posting the news on Twitter. “Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as […]
After a combined 52 years at News 5, longtime anchors Leon Bibb and Lee Jordan announced on Monday their plans to retire. Though their individual careers paths have similarities — both graduated from Bowling Green State University and worked at WCMH in Columbus — they leave behind unique legacies. Jordan joined News 5 in 1987 […]
CLEVELAND – After serving for nine years as councilwoman of Ward 6, Mamie Mitchell announces her retirement. Ward 6 encompasses the East Side neighborhoods of Fairfax, Larchmere, Little Italy, University Circle, Woodland Hills and parts of Buckeye-Shaker, Slavic Village and Union-Miles. Mitchell was appointed in 2008 to replace former Councilwoman Pat Britt who became Clerk of […]
CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) – The Cleveland Cavaliers will be without Mo Williams this season. Cavs GM David Griffin told reporters Monday that the SG/PG’s agent called and told them that Mo is retiring. Before returning to Cleveland, Williams spent three seasons with the Cavaliers from 2008-2011, where he averaged 16.2 points, 5.1 assists and 3.1 rebounds in 33.6 minutes and was selected […]
SANDUSKY, Ohio– Is the Mean Streak one of your favorite rides at Cedar Point? The park announced today that the colossal wooden roller coaster will close for good on Friday night, Sept. 16. You can still ride the coaster daily through Sept. 5. Then, Cedar Point reopens for special hours during a bonus weekend: Saturday and […]
(RNN) – Peyton Manning has said “Omaha” for the final time. After a record-breaking career, Peyton Manning is stepping away from the NFL, ending the press conference where he announced his retirement with the word that has become a staple of his pre-snap routine. “God bless all of you, and God bless football,” Manning said. The retirement announcement […]
It’s officially the end of an era. Everyone’s favorite Sesame Street neighbor Maria, played by actress Sonia Manzano, is leaving the famed children’s program after 44 years on the air. Manzano, who first appeared alongside the furry puppets in 1971, was a staple on the popular educational program, making her a familiar face across generations; […]
Letterman has been hosting his show since he left NBC in 1993. His announcement comes months after Jimmy Fallon replaced Jay Leno on “The Tonight Show” earlier this year. Letterman announced his plan during a taping of “The Late Show” on Thursday afternoon. CBS (CBS, Fortune 500) is expected to issue a statement sometime […]
CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) – 19 Action News Reporter Ed Gallek has uncovered the fact that many Cleveland top safety administrators have retired, then a short time later come out of retirement in order to collect their pensions and huge salaries simultaneously. Many residents are upset and want the practice stopped in Cleveland. The latest […]
*Derek Jeter has announced that the 2014 baseball season will be his last. The New York Yankees shortstop broke the news on his Facebook page Wednesday, stating he will retire at the end of next season. It signals the end of what will be a 17-year career for a player impervious to scandal, even as […]
*Allen Iverson, an 11-time All-Star who has not played in the NBA since 2010, is prepared to officially announce his retirement in the coming days, SlamOnline.com reports. According to the report, the 38-year-old athlete has come to terms with the fact that his playing career is finished. He has not played professionally since 2011 […]
CLEVELAND – Cleveland’s historic West Side Market could have easily been mistaken for an Ohio State University tailgate party Friday morning. Dozens of people, who were donned in Buckeye gear, stood outside the city landmark patiently waiting for the arrival of a special guest. OSU’s president Gordon Gee stopped by the West Side Market. The […]
