Jessica Bates

Managing Editor and Senior Web Producer for Fox8.com, app, social media for FOX 8 News in Cleveland.

Recent Articles

  • Nominate a Remarkable Woman in your life!

    (WJW)-As we approach International Women’s Month in March, FOX 8 News wants to recognize the great contributions that women have made to our nation and local communities. Remarkable Women is part of a nationwide Nexstar Media initiative to honor the influence that women have had on public policy, social progress and the quality of life. FOX 8 News will celebrate local women that inspire, lead and forge the way for other women. It’s not just about one day or one […]

  • Seen on TV: 11/5/19

    Here are the web links for Tuesday, November 5,  2019: Click here for more on the Nestle recall Click here for Charlie Sheen movie memorabilia Click here for Veterans Day events, Veterans Day freebies and to share your veteran’s photos Click here to donate to No Shave WishVember Click here for more on Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, Inc. Click here for more on Rudy’s Strudel and Bakery Click here for more on METAvivor Click here for more on the VA Supportive Housing Program Click here for […]

  • Doncic has triple-double, Mavericks rout Cavaliers 131-111

    CLEVELAND- Luka Doncic showed off his all-around game — at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ expense. Doncic had his second straight triple-double and third of the season, finishing with 29 points and 14 rebounds and matching his career high with 15 assists in the Dallas Mavericks’ 131-111 victory over Cleveland on Sunday night. It was the 11th triple-double in 78 career games for the 6-foot-7 Slovenian, extending his NBA record for players below the age of 21. Magic Johnson held the previous […]

  • A student used sticky notes to snag an internship with a tech company

      Internship application processes can be grueling, but one student found a unique way to expedite the process. Gursimran Singh, a second-year computer science student at Georgia Tech, lives directly across from the offices of the Fortune 500 tech company NCR in Atlanta. In fact, he can see many of the company’s offices and conference spaces from his window. Realizing this, Singh spelled out “HIRE ME” across the windows of his apartment using sticky notes. He added a smiley face, […]

  • Seen on TV: 9/25/19

    Here are the web links for Wednesday, September 25,  2019: Click here for more on information on how to get tickets to the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse grand opening Click here for more on the Trans Siberian Orchestra concert at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse Click here to see transcript of call between President Trump and Ukraine president Click here for information on sending birthday cards for veteran’s 100th birthday Click here for more on Pick Your Own Apples at Mapleside Farms Click here […]

  • Cleveland Browns’ OBJ named spokesperson for Pedialyte

    ABBOTT Park, Illinois- Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr is adding a new title to his name. OBJ will serve as the creative director and ambassador for Pedialyte. Pedialyte, which is located in the baby aisle at grocery stores and pharmacies, is known for rehydration and is used by people of all ages, including athletes. “I learned about Pedialyte from my mom,” said Beckham, “and since then I’ve been turning to it not just when I am training or […]

  • Missing: Daiahmya Felder

    FOX 8 and Amanda Berry are working together to help reunite missing individuals with their loved ones. Daiahmya Felder, 14, was last seen July 7 on Oxford Avenue in Akron. She was wearing a black and white sports bra, a blue and white coat with word Pink written on the back and jeans. Daiahmya has run away before and usually goes to the Kenmore area of Akron. If you have any information on her whereabouts please call Akron police. **More […]

  • Seen on TV: 9/5/19

    Here are the web links for Thursday, September 5, 2019: Click here for our haunted house guide Click here for our Northeast Ohio fall fun guide Click here for a link to the sex offender registry Click here for Red Cross Dorian donation information Click here for more on Culinary Occasions Click here for more on CSA Click here for more on casting for a Liam Neeson movie in Cleveland Click here for more on the Baker ‘Maze-field’ at Mapleside Farms Click […]

  • Seen on TV: 8/29/19

    Here are the web links for Thursday, August 29, 2019: Click here for more on casting for a Liam Neeson movie in Cleveland Click here for more on the Geauga County Fair Click here for more on Labor Day 2019 events Click here for more on the Baker ‘Maze-field’ at Mapleside Farms Click here for more on Shaker Heights pack walks Click here for more on the Pinecrest pack walks Click here for more on Proposition 65 Warnings Click here for free […]

  • Statewide missing adult alert issued for elderly man with dementia canceled

    COLUMBUS- A statewide missing adult alert was issued Tuesday for an 86-year-old man from Franklin County. Authorities said Marvis Engram was last seen leaving his home on Koebel Road in Columbus. They said Marvis suffers from dementia and may need his medication. Tuesday evening, authorities said the alert was canceled. FOX 8 has reached out to police to learn more. **More missing cases here** 

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