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Student Loan Interest Freeze Ends for 7.7 Million Under SAVE Plan
WASHINGTON DC — The U.S. Department of Education announced on July 9 that interest will resume accruing on federal student loans enrolled...

Analese Hartford
Jul 102 min read


Trump Administration Shuts Down Epstein List Claims, Prompting Accusations of a Whitewash
According to the memo, federal investigators found no additional third parties implicated in criminal behavior beyond what has already been publicly acknowledged. The DOJ memo emphasized that all undisclosed records are sealed solely to protect the identities and privacy of Epstein's victims, who number over 1,000. The document reaffirms the official conclusion that Epstein died by suicide in his Manhattan jail cell on August 10, 2019.

Analese Hartford
Jul 103 min read


TSA Ends Mandatory Shoe Removal at Airport Checkpoints Nationwide
The policy change is part of a broader Department of Homeland Security initiative aimed at improving passenger experience without compromising security. “We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience,” Noem said in a national press release. “Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this

Analese Hartford
Jul 102 min read


Cosm Unveils Plans for Immersive Entertainment Venue in Downtown Cleveland's Gateway District
Cosm Cleveland will span approximately 50,000 square feet, feature a massive 87-foot diameter LED dome, and house a screen wider than an NBA court powered by over 12K-resolution technology. The venue’s “shared reality” experience promises fans front-row sensations across live sports, music, cinema, and art, all delivered in a multi-sensory environment with up to 1,500 combined seated and standing room attendees.

Peter Lewis
Jul 103 min read


$600M Browns Stadium Plan Fuels Legal Challenge and Record Rush for Ohio’s Unclaimed Money
The use of unclaimed funds—which include dormant assets like forgotten bank accounts, utility deposits, and uncashed checks—has sparked a surge in claims by Ohio residents. According to the Ohio Department of Commerce, more than 133,000 claims were initiated between June 3 and June 26, an 80% increase from the week before the budget proposal was introduced.

Analese Hartford
Jul 102 min read


Ancient Pyramid Sealed for 4,000 Years is Opened, Exposing Shocking Crime Scene Inside
British Egyptologist Dr. Chris Naunton, who led the excavation team, described the finding as “an ancient crime scene,” highlighting the contradiction of a sealed structure hiding the signs of internal disturbance. “The burial had already been disturbed before it was closed forever,” Dr. Naunton said. “The capstone was meant to protect the tomb, but it also ensured that the burial chamber was never checked again.”

David Jones
Jul 103 min read


Cleveland 13's Denise Zarrella Opens Up About Life Beyond the Camera and Lessons from Her Daughter
In a moving and revealing conversation, Cleveland 13 reporter Denise Zarrella spoke about the everyday realities of raising a child with special needs while juggling a career, family, and self-care. The discussion, featured in the first episode of Your Purpose, Your Pride, Your Power: A Journey to Authenticity, offered an unfiltered look at Zarrella’s life as a mother, journalist, realtor, and advocate.

Karen Moss-Hale
Jul 73 min read


Mentor-on-the-Lake Officer Repairs Discarded Bike to Help Resident Commute to Work
Patrolman Gedeon learned during several conversations with the man that he had recently secured a job at a restaurant on Route 615 in Mentor and was walking over 90 minutes each way to get there. The man, who had previously interacted with the department, told the officer he hoped to eventually purchase a bike to make his commute easier.

D Heckman
Jul 22 min read


Siren’s Curse Launches at Cedar Point as Tallest and Fastest Tilt Coaster in North America
This coaster isn’t just about speed, it’s about storytelling. Inspired by the myth of Lake Erie sirens luring sailors to their fate, the ride uses on-board audio and LED lighting to immerse you in its eerie theme. At the peak, the train holds silently as the track appears broken in front of you, only to tilt forward and plunge straight down. It’s a moment that had my heart racing, and I’ve been on a lot of coasters.

Jayda's Adventures
Jun 272 min read


Stranger’s Dance with Young Girl at Rock Hall Tugs at Cleveland’s Heartstrings
A heartfelt plea on social media is gaining traction after a touching moment at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame brought a grieving family a sense of peace. On Sunday, a mother visiting the museum with her daughter Myah witnessed an emotional connection unfold between her child and a kind older man who, in an unexpected gesture, danced with the young girl as if they had known each other forever.

Sandra Anderson
Jun 262 min read


Shaker Heights Council Passes Emergency Law to Stop Short-Term Rentals
Council chair Nancy Moore raised concerns about state-level interference, noting the looming bill in Columbus that would prevent new municipal rental regulations. She asked, “why is there an exemption, since state law generally trumps local law?” Gruber explained that lawmakers included a carve-out to allow existing bans to remain but declined to speculate on the legislature’s intent.

Analese Hartford
Jun 262 min read


Workmen’s Circle Defies Intense Heat and Legal Dispute to Revive Free Yiddish Concert at Cain Park
Organizers say next year’s event will again be free and, for the first time, professionally filmed for remote audiences, even as the legal dispute with the Jewish Federation over the withheld principal continues. Workmen’s Circle Chairman Neal Grossman and Yiddish Concert co-chair Amy Roth extended their thanks to the community, performers, Cain Park staff, volunteers, and the city of Cleveland Heights.

Gremi
Jun 263 min read


Kellogg Faces Backlash for Suing Ohio Food Truck as Community Rallies Behind “L’Eggo My Eggroll”
In response, food truck owners Bobby and Gabryel issued a public statement via Facebook earlier today disputing key claims made by Kellogg in the lawsuit. “We would like to clear up a few topics that have been floating around the media that are very untrue false statements,” they wrote. Among their points, they emphasized that they had legal counsel from the beginning, never ignored Kellogg’s outreach, and engaged in what they described as negotiations, not threats.

D Heckman
Jun 262 min read


AT&T Agrees to $177 Million Settlement After Massive Customer Data Breaches
Under the terms of the settlement, AT&T will allocate $149 million to compensate victims of a breach involving customer data dating back to 2019 or earlier, and $28 million for claims tied to a separate breach of call and text metadata spanning from May to October 2022 and early January 2023. Customers who can document financial losses linked to the 2019-era breach may receive up to $5,000. Those impacted by the Snowflake cloud breach can claim up to $2,500.

Toni Mathews
Jun 262 min read


Push to Regulate Marijuana and Hemp Products Paused by Ohio Lawmakers
Stewart, R‑Ashville, said lawmakers plan to reconvene in the fall and “potentially take another crack” at the legislation. House Speaker Matt Huffman, R‑Lima, voiced concern that the Senate had introduced more than a dozen issues, and emphasized that House priorities, including the two‑year operating budget due July 1, would take precedence over rushing cannabis reforms. The legislature intends to break for summer following the budget’s approval.

Analese Hartford
Jun 262 min read


Archaeologists Reconstruct Massive Roman Frescoes from Ancient Londinium Villa in Discovery Hailed as Unprecedented
The frescoes, made up of thousands of painted plaster fragments, were originally part of a grand residence built between 43 and 150 C.E. in what is now Southwark, London. The building was destroyed before 200 C.E., leaving only a debris pit of shattered wall pieces. Excavations conducted between 2021 and 2022 unearthed the fragments at “The Liberty of Southwark,” the future site of a mixed-use development.

David Jones
Jun 263 min read


Cleveland Clinic Adding Massive Expansion to Avon Hospital campus with $340 Million Investment
Opened in 2016, Avon Hospital currently operates with 126 beds across five stories. Since 2017, the hospital has seen more than a 40 percent increase in surgeries and admissions, along with a nearly 75 percent rise in imaging services, according to Cleveland Clinic officials. The Avon site has become home to one of the busiest labs in the Clinic’s network and has outpaced initial expectations, driving the need for additional space and capacity.

Lauren Portier
Jun 263 min read


Karen Moss-Hale Joins Cleveland 13 News with Powerful Podcast Lineup from NewClevelandRadio
Moss-Hale began her NewClevelandRadio journey as a producer and later became a host, cultivating several podcast series that highlight the human experience. She produced Heart Mojo with Melinda Smith, which launched in February 2019 and ran for 77 episodes, focusing on personal empowerment and choice. Her podcasting trajectory expanded with Avoid the Maze, where guests are guided through deeply personal conversations. The show has received consistent praise for her warm and i

Cleveland13 Staff
Jun 263 min read


Cleveland Clinic Plans to Close Pediatric Inpatient Unit at Hillcrest Hospital Affecting More Than 150 Employees
The decision has raised serious concerns throughout Cleveland’s eastern suburbs, where families are now facing a future with fewer options f

Lauren Portier
Jun 132 min read


Kent State Closes Identity-Based Centers Following Passage of Ohio Senate Bill 1
Ohio Senate Bill 1, known as the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act, was signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine on March 28. The law bans DEI‑based hiring and enrollment, prohibits strikes by school faculty, imposes restrictions on how controversial topics can be taught, and requires colleges to provide civics education courses. Institutions that fail to comply risk losing state funding.

Sandra Anderson
Jun 123 min read
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