In 1980, when cable news first arrived, legacy networks called it "radical," "unreliable," and "not real journalism." They insisted news belonged in a thirty-minute block at 6:00 PM. History proved them wrong. Cable didn’t destroy the news; it liberated it.

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Today, we are living through that same era of transformation. The legacy model—dependent on massive towers, rigid broadcast schedules, and interrupting your favorite shows for "Breaking News" is the past. Cleveland 13 News was born in the future.

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Born in the Feed, Not on the Dial

We don’t chase audiences, and we don’t need to interrupt your life to be heard. At Cleveland 13, we believe the news should be where the people are.

• No Interruptions: We don't bump your favorite show or award presentation. We live in your feeds, on your phone, and in your community; available the moment you need to know, and easy to engage with the moment you have something to say.

• The "13" Philosophy: People often ask why we are "Cleveland 13" without a traditional channel number. In the digital era, over 80% of news is consumed outside of a TV set. The "13" represents the 13 distinct digital platforms where our journalism lives. We don't ask you to come to a frequency; we meet you where you already live.

​"We aren't following the 1950s model of news because it's a digital world now.

We didn't have to 'pivot' to digital; we were built for it."
- Matt Greminger (President/Founder, Cleveland 13)
 

A Team of Legends and Pioneers

Our newsroom is built on a unique bridge between decades of experience and the next generation of storytelling.
 

The Dream Team

Skeptics often ask if a digital-first network is "real." We let our roster answer that. Cleveland 13 is home to Emmy Award-winning journalists and legendary local voices who spent decades at the top of legacy media. These seasoned pros didn't join Cleveland 13 to "try something new", they joined because they recognized that this is where the future of news has moved. When the most trusted names in Ohio choose our platform, the debate ends.
 

Empowering the Next Generation

At Cleveland 13, we don’t just report on the future; we empower it. While traditional networks often talk about the next generation, we believe in passing them the microphone.

 

We are proud to be the home of some of the youngest accredited news reporters in the world, individuals who are proudly flying the Cleveland 13 flag and learning the craft as it evolves in the digital age. By giving young, sharp, and authentic voices a professional platform today, we are ensuring that the story of Northeast Ohio remains in capable hands tomorrow.

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Our commitment to the future goes beyond the screen. We are deeply invested in community-centric efforts that legacy media outlets rarely have the time or flexibility to support:

• Educational Initiatives: Mentoring the next wave of storytellers in modern media literacy and digital journalism.

• Community & Social Drives: Actively leading and participating in local grassroots efforts that directly impact our neighborhoods.

• A Culture of Encouragement: Creating a space where young people are not just "guests," but are encouraged to lead the conversation and challenge the status quo.

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We are about community, and more importantly, we are about the future of that community. At Cleveland 13, we aren't just watching things change, we are giving the next generation the tools to drive that change themselves.

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Our Vision & Mission

Our mission is simple. Clear, honest reporting without distortion. We believe journalism should empower people, not influence them. We provide the facts and the context, then step back so you can form your own opinions. We are neighbors, friends, and residents of the communities we cover. We aren't just reporting on Northeast Ohio; we are invested in it.

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Join the Conversation

Cleveland 13 News is built on participation. We are more than a media outlet; we are a community-powered network. We encourage you to engage, share your stories, and help us reshape how news is experienced in our region.

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Your voice matters. Your story matters. And at Cleveland 13 News, your voice helps shape the news.