CLEVELAND — As the year is coming to a close, News 5 reporter John Kosich reflected on the top stories in 2019.
Fred McLeod
Cleveland Cavaliers announcer Fred McLeod suddenly passed away in September.
RELATED: Watch: Cavs' play tribute video to Fred McLeod during home opener
Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market fire
An overnight four alarm fire destroyed a portion of the Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market in Sugar Creek in August.
RELATED: Lightning strike caused massive fire that destroyed part of Walnut Creek Amish Flea Market
Social Insecurity
A 73-year-old grandmother from Richfield was forced to go back to work after her benefits were cut.
RELATED: 73-year-old grandmother forced to work after thousands are cut from her Social Security benefits
Popeye's chicken sandwich
Customers scrambled to find a Popeye's chicken sandwich in Cleveland.
RELATED: A city in crisis: Customers scramble to find coveted Popeyes sandwich in Cleveland
John Dorsey's trolls Steelers fan
In March, former Browns general manager John Dorsey came across a table of Browns fans and a lone Steelers fan at a bar.
RELATED: Browns GM John Dorsey meets Steelers fan in restaurant and hilarity ensues
Emma Pfouts
A 16-year-old cheerleader from Norton faced a life-threatening illness after collapsing at homecoming.
RELATED: 'We love you Emma!' — Norton 'roars' for cheerleader in coma
