From the Newsroom: The Canton Repository: Recent Episodes
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Cliff Hickman from the Canton Repository and BJ Lisko from the Akron Beacon Journal breakdown the AEW and New Japan pay per view The Forbidden Door this weekend in Chicago. Jon Moxley is set to take on Hiroshi Tanahashi for the interim AEW Championship while "Switchblade" Jay White defends the IWGP Heavyweight Championship against "Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada, "Hangman" Adam Page and Adam Cole.
Cliff Hickman from the Canton Repository and BJ Lisko from the Akron Beacon Journal preview the AEW Revolution for Sunday, March 6. CM Punk challenges MJF in a dog collar match in perhaps the final chapter of the greatest feud in pro wrestling in recent memory. "Hangman" Adam Page takes on Adam Cole for the AEW World Championship.
Canton Repository reporter Ed Balint talks about downtown Canton's new restaurant Johnny Lookouts Pizza Tavern.
Canton Repository reporter Sam Zern talks about a new COVID-19 testing site in Canton and how officials there are hoping that will ease patient overcapacity issues at area hospitals.
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Cliff Hickman of the Canton Repository and BJ Lisko of the Akron Beacon Journal break down All Elite Wrestling's Full Gear pay-per-view in Minneapolis. They also talk about WWE's recent releases including Canton's own Briana Brandy (B-Fab), Ring of Honor shutting down operations and where wrestling's hottest free agents could end up.
Intro and outro music: Darkside of TR (FTR Theme) available at https://aewrestling.bandcamp.com/.
Cliff Hickman of the Canton Repository and BJ Lisko of the Akron Beacon Journal break down All Elite Wrestling's All Out Pay Per View on Sunday in Chicago. We break it all down. CM Punk returns to the ring after seven years to face Darby Allin. Chris Jericho puts his career on the line against MJF. The Lucha Bros take on the Young Bucks in a steel cage.
A bonus episode of Pro Wrestling Quarterly featuring hosts BJ Lisko and Cliff Hickman. We break down the AEW Revolution pay per view which is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated shows in a long time for both hosts. Join us for this special episode!
Rena Kindler talks about her brother, Russell Brunner, who went missing from Massillon State Hospital in 1970.
Pro Wrestling Quarterly returns with all the big news from the first portion of 2020. Cliff Hickman and BJ Lisko quickly preview the Royal Rumble and then move on to talking about AEW, New Japan, Ring of Honor and Impact Wrestling.
Here are 911 calls from the shooting death of Dewayne T. Jackson Jr.
Josiah J. Eutsey was arrested in Toledo in connection with the shooting.
Here are 911 calls from the shooting death of Dewayne T. Jackson Jr.
Josiah J. Eutsey was arrested in Toledo in connection with the shooting.
This is one call of shots fired on Maryland Avenue. There were several calls about the incident, which occurred just before 9 p.m. Wednesday.
A 911 caller describes the men who robbed them at gunpoint and said "Welcome to the game," during a robbery in Canton.
This is one of the many 911 calls that came to dispatchers during a spree of armed robberies at gas stations and convenience stores in Canton.
This is one of many 911 calls that came into to dispatchers during a spree of robberies Canton.
BJ Lisko and Cliff Hickman return with a look at WWE Survivor Series 2019. We also run down the happenings in AEW, NWA, MLW and Ring of Honor. It's a jam-packed show with something for everybody!
This is the audio recording released by the Carroll County Sheriff's Office from a 911 call received from a man near the scene where a Carroll County Sheriff's deputy fatally shot Robert Sikon III.
Geraldo Rivera speaking at the U.S. Marshals Service Northern District of Ohio Annual Awards Ceremony Thursday at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton.
TV journalist Elizabeth Vargas talks about how friends and family members can help a person struggling with addiction.
Kelsey O'Connor of OMNI Orthopaedics answers common questions about the ubiquitous CBD products that have grown in popularity since federal and state laws changed.
BJ Lisko and Cliff Hickman preview (and mostly rip on) WWE Summerslam. We also discuss AEW All Out (which we are much more positive on).
Massillon-based MMA fighter Antonio Castillo Jr. talks about his upcoming bout with UFC Contenders Alum Nick Newell. The fight will be Friday in Connecticut at CES 56. The card will be available on the UFC Fight Pass app. Subscriptions start at $9.99 a month.
The first processed product, potential additions to the state's qualifying list of medical conditions and an effort to allow cannabis-related businesses to use federal banking are in the news
BJ Lisko and Cliff break down Wrestlemania 35 and all the other top pro wrestling events happening this week in the New York area.
State senators have introduced a bill to establish and regulate hemp in Ohio. Sen. Kirck Schuring, who is a co-sponsor of the bill, says he's optimistic about its future.
An off-duty police officer walking his dog finds the body of a Canton man floating in the Nimishillen Creek.
A Canton man calls 911 after allegedly stabbing his cousin three times in the back, then holding him hostage for several hours.
You asked; Canton CannaBuzz answered! If you want to know when processed cannabis products will be available, why a Canton dispensary was among the first to open and how many people are taking part in the state medical program — listen to this episode hosted by reporter Kelly Byer.
Eric Oberg of Rails-to-Trails Conservancy talks about Ohio's key role in the proposed Great American Rail-Trail.
University of Akron professor Amanda Weinstein explains how oil and gas drilling can crowd-out other economic activity.
Stark County Sheriff George Maier and criminal defense attorney Ian Friedman talk about how medical cannabis might present challenges for law enforcement and patients.
BJ Lisko and Cliff Hickman return with another edition of Pro Wrestling Quarterly. BJ and Cliff preview the Royal Rumble and give their predictions. All Elite Wrestling, New Japan Pro Wrestling, Ring of Honor and the independent scene are also covered.
In anticipation of Ohio's first sale of medical cannabis, the Akron Beacon Journal and The Canton Repository have examined what options are available for local patients. Akron reporter Doug Livingston discusses his findings.
Cliff Hickman gives his game of the year awards for 2018 and his top five most anticipated games of 2019. Is there any question what the game of the year for 2018 was cowpoke?
With the state patient and caregiver registry now open, a prospective patient and Ohio Board of Pharmacy liaison provide insight into the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program.
Download Required's Cliff Hickman reflects on the passing of legendary Marvel Comics creator Stan Lee. Lee co-created the Amazing Spider-Man, X-Men, Fantastic Four, Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, Dr. Strange and Daredevil among others.
Cliff reviews Call of Duty Black Ops 4 and gives his impressions of the retail release version of Battlefield V. All aspects of both games are covered. He also gives advice for players looking for a great single player experience.
Paul Greenwood, 66, has dedicated more than 20 years of his life to ending elder abuse. Now that he has retired from the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, he travels the country educating law enforcement officers, prosecutors and other community leaders about how to spot elder abuse and put a stop to it.
More than 300 physicians have been certified to recommend cannabis in Ohio. In Stark County, there are 11 certified physicians.
Doctors Mark Pellegrino and Steve Davis discuss their motivation for seeking certification and their hopes for cannabis treatment.
Cliff and Joe give their ideal lineups for the Marvel Cinematic Universe version of the X-Men. Cliff want's the 90's animated series lineup to lead the way. Joe is looking for a bigger group of mutants. DC alters Nightwing. The character's civilian identity has transformed from Dick Grayson to Rick Grayson which causes no shortage of confusion on the cast.
The Ohio Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee met Thursday and announced a rejected extension for Canton's small-scale cultivator, Mother Grows Best — meaning it's at risk of losing its provisional license.
Fans see more of Batman then they probably ever wanted to see in "Batman: Damned" from DC's new Black Label line of books. Spider-Man kicks off the Marvel gaming universe. Comic pros continue to exhibit poor behavior on social media.
Marijuana, weed, pot ... the leafy green plant has gone by many names, but there's only one true title. In this episode, reporter Kelly Byer and horticulture instructor Leo Debevc explore the history of cannabis and its current status in Ohio.
It's a special Cliff-only Download Required featuring video games this week. Spider-Man (PS4) and the Capcom Beat 'em Up Bundle are reviewed. We look forward to a packed October (or Broketober as Youtuber Angry Joe has taken to calling it) holiday release season.
Cliff and Joe meet Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Kevin Eastman before the start of Hall of Fame City Comic Con at the Memorial Civic Center on Saturday
Henry Cavill exits the DCEU and will no longer play Superman. What's next for Cavill and DC (Hint: It involves the Witcher)? DC Metal graphic novels are back in stock. Doomsday Clock continues. DC releases new Aquaman and Black Manta action figures.
Reporter Kelly Byer and guest Megan Clemens, a graduate of the Cleveland School of Cannabis, discuss the cannabis industry and those hoping to work in it.
Cliff and Joe discuss the origin of James Bond being revealed in a new limited series by Dynamite Comics. The story is set during World War II. A Batman story that will have catastrophic consequences for Nightwing begins this week. Brian Michael Bendis launches more Jinxworld titles at DC. All the news you can handle!
Looney Tunes and DC Comics team up with for another round of crossovers. Lex Luthor meets Porky Pig this week while Donald Duck runs into the Joker. The trend continues next month when Yogi Bear meets Deathstroke in a crossover.
Chris Beaven, Cliff Hickman, Mike Popovich and Todd Porter review Week 1 of the high school football season.
It's been a slow news week so Cliff and Joe offer to fix Iceman for Marvel Comics. Cliff and Joe talk about the decline in the quality of art in Marvel Comics.
B.J. Lisko and Cliff Hickman are back with a preview of WWE Summerslam this Sunday. We cover all the matches on the card. We also discuss wrestlers who could possibly be added to the roster over the next year.
Comic stores closed at a crazy rate in July according to a new video from Diversity and Comics. DC management believes the problem is too many comics on shelves. Cliff and Joe react. We also read the responses from the Download Required Facebook page from last week's Batman vs. Hulk poll.
Following up from last week, it sounds as if James Gunn will not return to Guardians of the Galaxy. Samuel L. Jackson will return as Nick Fury for Spider-Man: Far From Home. Batman returns to his "Hush" era costume soon in the comic books. DC is seemingly unhappy with Brian Michael Bendis and his sales on Superman. The comics division at Marvel continues to struggle.
Joe is back from vacation and we are back with a new show. James Gunn is removed as director of Guardians of the Galaxy. Robert De Niro is eyed for the new Joker movie. The new DC streaming service shows off an underwhelming trailer for Titans. Marvel messes up a slam dunk.....again.
Cliff, Joe and James Miller are back with a new episode. Marvel seeks to rebrand itself as a lifestyle company. IDW will produce comics featuring Marvel characters. Dynamite launches four new exciting series this fall. Zombieland returns with its original cast. Jeremy Renner joins the cast of the new Spawn movie.
Cliff and Joe pay tribute to Steve Ditko. Ditko co-created Spider-Man and Dr. Strange. He passed away last week at the age of 90. DC cuts an exclusive deal with Wal Mart for oversized comics at a reduced price. Cliff and Joe also talk about the guests coming to Hall of Fame City Comic Con this fall. We also cover all the new titles hitting shelves this week including Amazing Spider-Man #1, Flash #50 and Hawkman #2.
It's a jam-packed edition of Download Required. It's a been a rough week for DC Comics. The company spoiled the ending of the Batman-Catwoman wedding by leaking issue 50 to the New York Times days before releasing it to readers. Justice League Odyssey is delayed after the first two issues have to be redrawn. I also run down all the new titles on shelves this week.
A Canton mother calls 911 to report that her 8-week-old son is not breathing. A dispatcher instructs her on CPR until police arrive and paramedics arrive.
Cliff runs down the top comics on shelves this week. The Joker and Harley Quinn Batman Wedding Special is the highlight. This is the first meeting between the two characters since DC Rebirth landed on shelves two years ago. Judging by the cover, the honeymoon is over. A rare busy week for summer video games is also covered.
Every year, some NFL team surprises everyone. Every year, that team is not the Browns. Could that change this year after last year's 0-16 season? Canton Repository Browns beat writer Steve Doerschuk talks with sports editor Chris Beaven about why the Browns could be that team in 2018 and who are the players who would have to step forward and lead the way.
Disney closes in on adding X-Men and Fantastic Four to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Solo reviewed. Marvel Comics brings back two cancelled titles due to "popular demand." Cliff and Joe examine just how popular the books were to begin with. Marvel drops the ball on the X-Men Gold wedding.
911 call after 8-year-old girl is hit by a hit-and-run driver on Spangler Street NE in Plain Township.
DC announces its fall event "Heroes in Crisis" by Tom King and it is unlike anything the panel has heard of before. Everything from E3 to Nightcrawler devouring thrown hot dogs in the pages of "X-Men Red Annual" is touched on in this mega cast.
Cliff Hickman and JoeScott try to avoid talking about Star Wars and end up burning the first 30 minutes of the show doing just that. Justice League #1 hits shelves with a slick variant cover by Jim Lee. Wolverine gets a new super power this fall.
It's a Cliff only special this week. Solo lands with a thud at the Memorial Day box office. Brian Michael Bendis begins his tenure at DC Comics with Man of Steel #1. The Watchmen tv show sounds awful. Battlefield V is announced. Lego DC Super Villains is revealed. All that and more!
A woman calls 911 to report that she has cut her neighbor's dog with a box cutter after it attacked her dog.
Cliff Hickman and Joe Scott are back with a packed pop culture podcast. DC Comics announces an immediate price hike from $2.99 to $3.99 on several key titles. After an amazing 18-year run, the final Marvel Comic (Iron Man #600) from Brian Michael Bendis lands in stores. Bendis moves to DC full time beginning with Man of Steel #1 on May 30. More on the writers Marvel will rely on to try to fill the void left by Bendis.
A 911 caller describes the shooting death of Cleveland Hawthorne, 39, on May 22, 2018. Hawthorne's wife Classie, 33, has been arrested and charged in the Canton incident. The shooting took place in a church parking lot near the couple's home.
Harry Shotwell recalls the day he took Nazi Luftwaffe commander Hermann Goering, the second-highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at Nuremburg after World War II, to see U.S. intelligence chief 'Wild Bill' Donovan.
Police were called to a Canton home after a woman reportedly stabbed her boyfriend in the chest. When police arrived, she hid and called 911 to report that police were breaking into her home.
Lt. Leo Shirkey of the Canton post of the Ohio Highway Patrol talks about efforts to crack down on distracted driving.
Sam Quinones, author of "Dreamland," talks with reporter Shane Hoover about America's opioid crisis and his upcoming visit to Canton.
Two Hoover High School students explain why they joined the March for Our Lives rally in downtown Canton on March 24, 2018.
This is the all-call made to Glenwood Intermediate families by Principal Brett Niarchos informing of an arrest of someone for making social media threats.
Plain Local Superintendent Brent May alerted Plain Local families an arrest was made overnight from a student making threats against GlenOak High School
911 call after security guard is shot at Hooch's Pub in Canton, Ohio, early January 3, 2018.
Roger Goodell, tells The Canton Repository, the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Canton will be involved in the league centennial celebration in 2020.