Catherine Ross

Reporter/MMJ at News 5 Cleveland

cleveland, ohio, united states

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Experienced reporter excelling in the multimedia news industry. Multi-skilled in breaking news, camera operation, editing, and writing for broadcast and web. Strong communicator with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Broadcast Journalism from Emerson College.

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12-year-old Florida boy arrested for 'swatting' incident at Columbia High School

COLUMBIA TWP., Ohio — Investigators say a 12-year-old boy in Florida was responsible for a false report of a school shooter at Columbia High School this week. The child was arrested in his home state and could face additional charges in Ohio for the hoax ... See more

news5cleveland.com•Catherine Ross•Jan 9, 2026

'Milestone:' Historic number of Latino leaders now holding positions in Lorain

LORAIN, Ohio — The new year is ushering in a historic chapter for Lorain. Across the city, at least 10 Latinos are now in leadership positions in 2026. The city, dubbed the “International City,” has long welcomed immigrants and migrants, including waves o... See more

news5cleveland.com•Catherine Ross•Jan 5, 2026

1 in custody following deadly Ashland New Year's Day shooting

ASHLAND, Ohio — After no reported homicides in 2025, Ashland is starting the New Year off on a different note. Ashland Police are investigating a deadly shooting from Thursday afternoon. 24-year-old Robert Palermo is in custody at the Ashland County Jail ... See more

news5cleveland.com•Catherine Ross•Jan 2, 2026

Northeast Ohio lost dozens of restaurants in 2025

You might be starting the New Year without your favorite restaurant. In 2025, dozens of Northeast Ohio businesses, including some long-standing institutions, shut their doors. On New Year’s Day 2025, Melt Bar and Grilled announced it was closing its last ... See more

news5cleveland.com•Catherine Ross•Jan 1, 2026

Mentor Marsh eagles lose nest in windy weather

MENTOR, Ohio — We weren’t the only ones dealing with windy weather this week. The gusty conditions have also been affecting Northeast Ohio wildlife. Monday morning, loyal birdwatchers realized a popular eagle nest was missing from its normal treetop perch... See more

news5cleveland.com•Catherine Ross•Dec 30, 2025

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12-year-old Florida boy arrested for 'swatting' incident at Columbia High School

'Milestone:' Historic number of Latino leaders now holding positions in Lorain

1 in custody following deadly Ashland New Year's Day shooting

Northeast Ohio lost dozens of restaurants in 2025

Mentor Marsh eagles lose nest in windy weather

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12-year-old Florida boy arrested for 'swatting' incident at Columbia High School

'Milestone:' Historic number of Latino leaders now holding positions in Lorain

1 in custody following deadly Ashland New Year's Day shooting

Northeast Ohio lost dozens of restaurants in 2025

Mentor Marsh eagles lose nest in windy weather

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