Professional women’s basketball is officially back in Northeast Ohio with the unveiling of the Cleveland Sirens, the city’s first WNBA team since 2003. The new franchise aims to honor Cleveland’s lakefront heritage and the city’s basketball legacy. With huge momentum in women’s sports and fan excitement at an all-time high, the Sirens are set to make waves when their inaugural season tips off. Ticket deposits are available now.

Felony charges against Olympian David Hearn were dropped after prosecutors discovered that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool stemmed from a contractor’s faulty installation, not vandalism. The Department of Justice admits it wouldn’t have indicted Hearn if all facts were known, as new evidence points to rushed work before Independence Day. The U.S. Attorney’s Office has not said if Hearn will get the apology his lawyers demand.

Cleveland’s fashion scene took center stage at the Port Royale Fashion Show, hosted by Chrissy Cavotta along the Lake Erie waterfront. Local designers, models, and photographers came together for a night of swimwear, resort looks, and creative flair. Guests enjoyed music, food, and the vibrant atmosphere, celebrating the city’s rising role as a hub for fashion innovation and collaboration.

Decades, a popular bar in Cleveland's Flats, is leaving its location after a heated dispute with building management. Owner Bryan Dall says the business won't reopen at the current spot but plans to relocate. The move follows weeks of uncertainty, legal wrangling, and accusations over security and lease terms. Details on the new location remain unannounced as Decades works to secure a fresh start.