Deshaun Watson

Ideastream commentator Terry Pluto discusses what changes the Browns must make after a disappointing 7-10 season.

This past year's top stories included area coverage that made national news, global stories that had local impact, and of course, sports headlines. This is Ohio, after all.

Deshaun Watson struggled in his Browns debut after nearly two years since he last played in an NFL game, and former number one overall pick Baker Mayfield is now headed to his third team in less than a year.

The trailblazing journalist announced earlier this month she was stepping away from the daily grind of covering sports for the Akron Beacon Journal.

Commentator Terry Pluto talks about what finally clicked in the Browns' much-needed rout of Cincinnati and what's ahead as they enter the bye week.

What the season looks like for the Browns as they kickoff against former quarterback Baker Mayfield

Commentator Terry Pluto discusses the Browns' three quarterbacks filling in during DeShaun Watson's suspension: Jacoby Brissett, Josh Dobbs and Josh Rosen.

Ohio abortion advocates are considering a constitutional amendment on the ballot in November to protect abortion rights; and more stories.

Cleveland city council's safety committee moved forward with an ordinance and if passed by full council would require the release of footage from three police cameras; The Ohio Department of Health has awarded nearly $7 million to 26 organizations in communities they've determined as Ohio Health Improvement Zones; and more stories.

Commentator Terry Pluto explains how the Browns assessed the risk of signing Watson, and how the fan base is reacting to the suspension.