Jeff Slawson
Digital anchor
Cleveland, Ohio
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Jeff joined Cleveland 19 in September of 2021 after four years reporting and anchoring in his hometown of Buffalo, N.Y.
While in Buffalo, Jeff spent time covering Western New York development, breaking news and, of course, every lake effect snowfall.
You can see Jeff anchoring/reporting from the digital desk on a nightly basis.
When not at work, Jeff enjoys football and Formula 1, watching reality TV, and spending time with his wife and rescue dog Ollie. Jeff is a proud Syracuse University graduate where he earned a degree in Broadcast & Digital Journalism.
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Fines for distracted driving to start Thursday in Ohio.
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Ohio offering grants for improved safety technology in schools.
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Bipartisan maps approved by Ohio Redistricting Commission.
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Riverfront redevelopment plan hits next milestone.
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Bus crash kills one, injures dozens in New York.
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New COVID-19 vaccine available.
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Text reminders to start soon at Geuaga County Courts
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Ohio program could help pay for utilities.
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Ohio Fraternal Order of Police against legalizing marijuana in Ohio.
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The People's Budget a point of contention for Cleveland Police, Fire.
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East Cleveland Mayor to discuss State investigation during council meeting.
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Bay Village to host public meetings on drainage improvements.
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Ohio redistricting to be discussed once again.
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Change called in Cleveland storm response.
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Case Western Reserve University and the DOJ reach agreement on handling of sexual assault on campus.
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80 new buses joining CMSD fleet.
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Ohio Task Force 1 activated to help in the Hawaii recovery efforts.
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If Issue 1 had passed, amendments to the state constitution would take 60% of the vote, compared to the 50% +1 current rule.
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All nine victims were transported to MetroHealth Medical Center.
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Browns Hall of Fame Game ticket prices rivaling home opener.
New study shows more Republican deaths during COVID-19 than Democrats.
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Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb speaks during National Night Out.
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Massillon police release report from alleged hazing.
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Lorain Public Health holding opportunity for fresh foods.
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Lawsuit filed by woman hit by Top Thrill Dragster part.
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Should you run your A/C unit when air quality conditions are so poor?
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Police were called when the woman's wig sticking out of her trunk was confused for a person, which led to a hilarious interaction caught on a ring doorbell camera.
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Former Cleveland Brown claims "Shark Tank" investor is ruining their business.
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East Palestine community members rallying in Columbus.
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Bipartisan marijuana bill proposed in Ohio house.
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Man 'wanted to go to jail', so he assaulted an officer.
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Ohio bridges to receive funding towards renovations.
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Lyme disease cases rising in Ohio.
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New electricity provider for Cleveland to be discussed.
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Summer months lead to increase in teen traffic deaths, officials fear 2023 could be worst season yet
100 deadliest days on the road approaching.
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Cleveland Community requesting funds to help preschools.
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Cleveland, Akron roads among country’s worst, study says
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Bill proposing transgender student bathroom restrictions proposed in state assembly.
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White House to tackle mental health in latest initiative.
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Ohio Senate passes bill that could restrict higher education.
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Lawsuit filed against Ashtabula schools claims that a former teacher sexually assaulted students during the 1980's.
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A recent report from the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force has updated their recommendation for mammograms, saying women should start screening as young as 40, not 50 as was originally suggested.
New data shows a decrease in drivers using their phones.
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