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Belinda Minor Transforms Personal Tragedy into Daily Radio Message of Hope
For more than a decade, Belinda Minor has been a familiar voice of resilience in Northeast Ohio, though her work has often happened away from the microphones. As the founder of the Shirellda Helen Terry Foundation, Minor has spent years turning personal tragedy into a resource for the Cleveland community. Now, that mission is moving to the digital airwaves through a new daily inspirational feature titled Still Standing with Belinda Minor.
The program airs three times each wee

Cleveland13 Staff
Jul 72 min read


Shaker Heights Native Molly Shannon Honored with Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shaker Heights native Molly Shannon was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on June 22, cementing her legacy in the entertainment industry. The actress and comedian received the 2,850th star in the television category during a ceremony attended by fans and collaborators at 6765 Hollywood Boulevard. The event featured remarks from fellow “Saturday Night Live” alumnus Will Ferrell and actr

Brooke Sullivan
Jun 262 min read


Ohio Bigfoot Buzz Fuels Grassmen Baseball Promotion and New Hunt Plans
A wave of Bigfoot sightings across Northeast Ohio has inspired the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to temporarily become the 'Grassmen' for a special game, celebrating local legends with themed merchandise and activities. The move taps into renewed fascination with the cryptid known as the Ohio Grassman, drawing both fans and researchers eager to explore the mystery. Find out how the team is bringing folklore to the baseball diamond.

Karen Moss-Hale
Jun 101 min read


Cleveland Women Finding Sisterhood Through “Ladies in the Land”
In a city known for its hustle, Ladies in the Land offers a refreshing alternative for women seeking connection, personal growth, and healing. Founded by Nautica Smith, this social club creates intentional experiences beyond nightlife, from flower picking to finance workshops, sparking genuine friendships and empowering women across Northeast Ohio. Discover how this movement is reshaping community and sisterhood in Cleveland.

Marra Ingram
Jun 73 min read


Local Health Expert Says Daily Consistency Is the Key to Lasting Fitness
Long-term health and fitness aren’t built on crash diets or extreme routines—they’re forged through daily habits and unwavering consistency. Learn how simple routines, resilience in social settings, and a shift in mindset from short-term sacrifice to lifelong investment can lead to authentic transformation and lasting results. Discover why sustainable choices matter far more than fleeting fitness kicks.

Dr. Fred Peters
May 192 min read


Frequencies Supper Club Blends Food, Music, and Storytelling in New Cleveland Dining Experience
Chef Antonia Eddie is redefining the Cleveland dinner reservation with Frequencies Supper Club, a sensory-driven series where themed multicourse menus, curated playlists and immersive decor blur the line between fine dining and performance art. After its debut season, In Bloom, the project is gearing up for its summer installment, Heatwave, with limited ticket releases.

Brooke Sullivan
May 132 min read


Cleveland Startup Replaces Dating Apps With Live Game Show to Combat Swipe Fatigue
Tired of endless swiping? Date Unscripted is bringing romance back to the real world with its “Dirty Thirties” live dating game show at Great Lakes Brewing Co.’s Tasting Room. Contestants chat behind a curtain, the crowd plays wingman and winners score sponsored dates. A pop-up market and after-party keep the night going.

Brooke Sullivan
Apr 163 min read


Local Choreographer Leads Large Adult and Senior Dance Teams Across Ohio
Rosinski, an award-winning choreographer who teaches dance throughout the region, designed both programs to be inclusive regardless of a persons previous experience. The Adult Hip Hop Dance Team includes a mix of professional dancers and people who have never set foot on a stage before joining. They have appeared on "New Day Cleveland" and performed at major local venues such as Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Public Hall and the Wolstein Center. According to Rosinski, the group

Brooke Sullivan
Mar 252 min read


The Cleveland Accent, Once the National Standard, Is Now in Retreat
Many Clevelanders think they speak without an accent, but linguists say the city sits at the center of the Inland North dialect and the Northern Cities Vowel Shift — a sweeping change in vowels that reaches across the Great Lakes. From “cat” sounding like “kee-yat” to a sharp “cot-caught” split, researchers trace how history, class and generation shape the region’s speech.

Joan Elloway-Nash
Mar 184 min read


FAN EXPO Cleveland 2026 Brought Celebrities, Cosplay and Community Together at Convention Center
For three days in last week, downtown Cleveland transformed into a living, breathing celebration of pop culture as FAN EXPO Cleveland returned to the Huntington Convention Center. Thousands of fans filled the convention halls March 13 through March 15, creating a weekend packed with celebrity appearances, elaborate cosplay, charity outreach, and the kind of spontaneous moments that only happen when comic books, movies, television, gaming and fantasy all collide in one place.

Cleveland13 Staff
Mar 165 min read


SHE’S LIVE! Hollie Strano Joins the Ninja Turtles for an Epic First Forecast at Fan Expo
She got right into the thick of it, reporting live from the expo floor and introducing herself to the Cleveland 13 family. You could hear the genuine excitement in her voice when she talked about why she chose this network as her new home. She’s always been about heart and community, and she told the crowd that the vision behind Cleveland 13 is exactly why she wanted to be back on our screens. It wasn’t just a weather report; it felt like a long-overdue catch-up with an old f

Cleveland13 Staff
Mar 133 min read


“What in the World?” Podcast Debuts with Pizza Catastrophes and Snowball Warfare
The episode opened with global culinary curiosities, including Pizza Hut Japan’s controversial “Handy Melt” a one-handed pizza stuffed with cheese and Kit Kats. Despite backlash, the sugary monstrosity returned this year with a strawberry upgrade, infuriating pizza purists worldwide. “You walk down the street with something like that in New York City, they'll run you out of town,” Seaburn quipped during the segment.

Karen Moss-Hale
Feb 43 min read


New Live Dating Show Date Unscripted Debuts at Great Lakes Brewing Company
Local founders Alexis Fender, Gabrielle Fender, and Tabitha Miner are launching Date Unscripted at Great Lakes Brewing Company on Feb. 6. The live, interactive dating show seeks to replace dating apps with real-world connection. Backed by health insights from the Cleveland Clinic, the event addresses rising rates of loneliness. Pre-selected singles will compete on stage in a series of games and challenges for a chance at a sponsored local date. The event is for adults 21 and

Lauren Portier
Jan 192 min read


Fire Iron Golf Drops in Shaker Heights with Games, Grub, and Major Vibes
Fire Iron Golf in Shaker Heights has opened a new entertainment venue blending high-tech golf simulation with casual dining and family-friendly fun. Located at 20040 Van Aken Blvd., the facility offers Trackman golf simulator bays, high-speed swing cameras, and access to over 200 virtual golf courses.

Jayda's Adventures
Nov 16, 20251 min read


Lost & Found in Cleveland AGAIN? Another Look Points Out Key Elements That Make This Film an Instant Classic
Among the cast, Dennis Haysbert delivers a performance that many audiences have described as deeply personal and emotionally layered. According to production sources, Haysbert accepted the role immediately after reading the script, calling it the role he had always wanted to play. That knowledge adds dimension to his portrayal of Marty Anderson, a postal worker navigating long‑unspoken hopes and shifting expectations.

Gremi
Nov 10, 20254 min read


Cleveland's Vaughn Glover Stuns Fashion World With 35 Years of Runway Mastery
Based in Cleveland, Glover has built his label and presence in the local fashion scene, contributing to regional visibility for menswear and inclusive runway representation. He was recognized in 2019 at the Ohio Fashion Awards with a Rising Star honor. His work has featured on platforms promoting African-American designers and models, and he has leveraged social media channels such as @xalterzaughn to share his vision with a broader audience.

Melvin Crockett
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Amazon's Massive Outage Cripples the Internet, Even Local Schools Took a Hit Today
The incident exposed the fragility of digital systems heavily reliant on a small number of cloud providers. Despite being a regional fault centered on the US-EAST-1 data center, the disruption spread globally due to deeply integrated dependencies. AWS services like DynamoDB, essential for real-time data handling, were especially affected when endpoint resolution via DNS began to fail.

Cleveland13 Staff
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Cavs Bring Swensons to Rocket Arena for 2025/26 Season
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Swensons Drive-In Restaurants announced a multiyear partnership today, that will bring the Akron-founded burger brand to Rocket Arena beginning with the 2025–26 NBA regular season, adding two new concession locations on the Street and Loudville Level concourses. “By welcoming Swensons to Rocket Arena, we’re adding a celebrated local favorite to our lineup and deepening our commitment to expanding our culinary offerings to continue creating an eleva

Peter Lewis
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Cleveland Crowds Blown Away as Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen Kicks Off National Tour
The production description emphasizes that “the music, a mix of Keys’ classics and new songs written exclusively for the show, and exhilarating choreography bring to life a story that speaks to you no matter where you’re from, where you’ve been, or where you’re going.”
Reviews from the Broadway version have praised the show’s riveting performances and the way the musical re‑interprets familiar songs. “If this show doesn’t bullet to Broadway, we should all give up,” wrote The

Jayda's Adventures
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Cleveland Turns Out Big for Taste of Pinecrest, Raising $30K for Cancer Services for The Gathering Place
The inaugural event, which quickly sold out of its 1,000 available tickets, featured 17 local restaurant and entertainment vendors spread across Pinecrest’s open-air plaza. Food and drink samples, live entertainment, and immersive experiences gave guests a chance to taste, sip, and celebrate the best of Cleveland’s dining scene while supporting a critical cause. “We sold out so quickly,” Liberati added. “We couldn’t have raised $30,000 without the community.”

Gremi
Oct 20, 20254 min read
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