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Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. In July, after Major League Baseball placed two Cleveland Guardians pitchers on paid leave amid a sports betting investigation, Gov. Mike DeWine called on the Ohio Casino Control Commission to eliminate proposition bets, or “prop bets,” from the state’s list of legal sports wagers. DeWine at the time planned to ask the six major U.S. sports leagues to support a ban on prop betting, in which bettors place money on specific players and their performance. Three months later, the NBA is mired in a betting scandal, and DeWine is holding off for now as Major League Baseball is working with the nation’s five other major professional sports leagues to collectively seek such a ban in all 50 states. DeWine says he’s now focusing only on “microprop” bets, in which money is placed on the outcome of individual plays, such as whether the first pitch is a ball or a strike. — Laura Overnight Scores and Weather Cavs at Detroit Pistons: Cavs tap into defensive identity during 116-95 win in Detroit Northeast Ohio weather forecast: More sunshine Top Stories Prop bets: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says major sports leagues are working to seek a nationwide ban on “microprop” betting. Jeremy Pelzer reports on the governor’s efforts to address recent gambling scandals in professional sports. Nonprofits: Ohio lawmakers are proposing House Bill 540, which would require conservation nonprofits owning over 15,000 acres in a single county to pay 2.5% of their land’s value in taxes. Anna Staver reports the bill targets the Nature Conservancy’s large land holdings in Ashtabula County. Pay transparency: Cleveland’s new pay transparency law requires employers to include salary ranges in job postings and bans asking about past pay, aiming to reduce wage gaps, Sean McDonnell reports. Today in Ohio: Shaker Heights has long pushed for equitable schools, not “simply an idea, but a strategic and mission-driven imperative.” But on Today in Ohio we’re talking about how the district’s chief diversity officer has accused the district of racial discrimination and retaliation. Statehouse and Politics Property taxes: What property tax proposals are on the table? Anna Staver reports on Ohio lawmakers’ various proposals to address property tax challenges, including constitutional amendments, levy reforms and potential tax caps, motivated by growing taxpayer frustration and a potential ballot measure to abolish property taxes entirely. Redistricting: Ohio GOP leaders say a potential bipartisan redistricting deal is possible despite a looming deadline and skepticism about their willingness to compromise on congressional district maps, reports Jeremy Pelzer. Success Sequence: The legislature is considering mandating an anti-poverty theory in public schools that research says may be less successful for Black people than whites, Laura Hancock reports. Duffy visit: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy visited Cleveland, highlighting NASA Glenn’s lunar nuclear reactor project. Sabrina Eaton writes about Duffy’s tour of NASA Glenn and Cleveland Hopkins Airport during the ongoing federal government shutdown. False claims: U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno falsely accused Mentor schools of allowing a student charged with child pornography to return to campus. Molly Walsh reports that Moreno’s letter attacking the school board president went viral. Planned Parenthood: Two Planned Parenthood affiliates are challenging Ohio’s plan to terminate their Medicaid participation. Mary Frances McGowan reports that the organization argues the federal funding ban is a political attack that could prevent affordable health care access for over 27,000 Ohioans. Northeast Ohio News SNAP benefits: Over 190,000 Cuyahoga residents could lose SNAP benefits next month due to a federal shutdown, straining local food pantries already impacted by federal cuts, reports Kaitlin Durbin. Airport pantry: Cleveland Hopkins International Airport has created a free food pantry to support federal workers during the government shutdown. Susan Glaser reports on the initiative to help unpaid TSA and airport employees. North Point: Cuyahoga County is fighting to save North Point Transitional Housing, which recently closed due to safety issues, as officials urge the county to restore funding to support homeless residents, Kaitlin Durbin reports. Pepper sprayed: Players from a Missouri-based high school football team have retained legal representation after being pepper sprayed by Massillon police following a game, reports Zach Mentz. Renwood park: A Parma public hearing will be held this week on a grant application for developing a new park at the former Renwood Elementary site, which was demolished in 2024 due to declining enrollment. City officials aim to secure up to $50,000 in funding. Teacher simulation: Lorain teachers participated in immersive simulations to experience disabilities, aiming to better understand students with emotional, visual, hearing and speech impairments. Hannah Drown reports on the training. Vocational principal: Lorain County Joint Vocational School has appointed Megan Champagne as its new high school principal, aiming to expand educational opportunities and support workforce development, reports Hannah Drown. Business and Health AI detection: Cleveland Clinic will expand its AI platform to detect sepsis earlier across Ohio and Florida hospitals, aiming to reduce deaths by supporting clinicians with real-time data, Julie Washington reports. Crime and Courts Bionca Ellis: Bionca Ellis was sentenced Monday to life without parole for the 2024 murder of 3-year-old Julian Wood outside a North Olmsted grocery store. Prosecutors argued she carefully chose her victims and her mental illness did not excuse her actions, David Gambino reports. Life sentence: A Cuyahoga County judge Monday sentenced a Shaker Heights man to life in prison with parole eligibility after 80 years for the execution-style killing of two teens in Cleveland’s Slavic Village neighborhood, David Gambino reports. 16-year-olds arrested: Cleveland police arrested three 16-year-olds accused of breaking into 37 cars and firing shots in Glenville, seizing a gun and stolen vehicles. Police chief Dorothy Todd praised the officers’ work, Adam Ferrise reports. Bobby George: Cleveland businessman Bobby George faces charges of attempted strangulation after a 14-month investigation. He plans to plead guilty to a fifth-degree felony, Adam Ferrise reports. Shooting conviction: An Akron man was found guilty Monday after he pleaded no contest to a murder charge in the 2023 fatal shooting of a woman outside a Dollar Tree store in what authorities say was a case of mistaken identity, Cliff Pinckard reports. Fatal shooting: A 20-year-old Barberton woman was killed early Monday morning in a shooting in the South Akron neighborhood, Cliff Pinckard reports. Arts and Entertainment Jon Batiste: Jon Batiste delivered a transcendent two-hour concert at Akron Civic Theatre. Peter Chakerian reviews the performance, describing it as a spiritual journey blending genres and musical traditions. ‘Hairspray’: Near West Theatre will perform the Tony Award-winning musical “Hairspray” from Nov. 21 to Dec. 7. Marc Bona highlights the production’s themes of social change. Guest bartender: Kyuu Juu in Cleveland will host a guest bartender series featuring local talent over four consecutive Tuesdays. Alex Darus reports on the collaborative mixology event. Chagrin Falls inn: Two & Company is opening Twogather Inn in Chagrin Falls. Paris Wolfe reports the two-bedroom inn will provide job training in hospitality skills for individuals with disabilities. ‘Everlasting Plasics’: SPACES Gallery’s “Everlasting Plastics” exhibition explores humanity’s complex relationship with plastic. Peter Chakerian highlights artists who transform discarded materials into thought-provoking works. Edison’s Pub: Hangry Brands has acquired Edison’s Pub in Tremont. Marc Bona reports the restaurant group plans to maintain the pub’s existing staff and legacy. HEDGE gallery: HEDGE Gallery features Mark Howard’s lifetime achievement in art. Peter Chakerian highlights a collaborative exhibition exploring abstraction and artistic vocabulary. Tree festival: Akron Children’s Hospital will host its 44th annual Holiday Tree Festival Nov. 15-23. Megan Becka reports the free event features 153 decorated trees and raises funds for hospital programs. You’re all caught up Don’t forget, you can always find the latest Cleveland news by visiting cleveland.com. If you value the hard work of Cleveland journalists, consider becoming a cleveland.com subscriber. — Curated by content director Laura Johnston with contributions by Cliff Pinckard. 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