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“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


Author and Abused Abduction Survivor, Elizabeth Smart, Exposes System That Lets Abusers Walk Free
Her words echo a message she has carried throughout her advocacy work: that justice for survivors should not end when a single perpetrator is punished, but must extend to every person complicit in abuse. Smart drew parallels between her own experience and other high-profile abuse cases, including that of Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting the persistent leniency shown toward female enablers. “Women can also play devastating roles in abuse,” she wrote. “They can manipulate, groom,

David Jones
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Unreleased Cyndi Lauper Photos Turn Up Just Before Rock Hall Honors Her in 2025 Induction
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at a landmark moment in pop culture history as part of its promotion for the upcoming 2025 induction ceremony. In a recent Facebook post, the Hall unveiled never-before-seen photos from Annie Leibovitz’s 1983 photoshoot with Cyndi Lauper, taken on Henderson Walk in Coney Island. The shoot was for the cover of Lauper’s debut album She’s So Unusual, which went on to become one of the most iconic album cove

Peter Lewis
Oct 13, 20252 min read


At 40, Akron's Micaela Minner Could Be WPBL’s Most Historic Draft Pick
Minner first gained national attention as a softball player at the University of Missouri, where she helped lead her team to the 2009 Women’s College World Series. Recognized as a Team Offensive MVP and All-American nominee, she built a reputation as one of the program’s most reliable hitters.

David Jones
Oct 9, 20253 min read


Reddit Debate Over Tremont vs. Ohio City Exposes Real-Life Tradeoffs
Residents generally characterized Ohio City as a dense, amenity-rich neighborhood with strong transit access, while describing Tremont as quieter and more residential, offering a cozy, village-like atmosphere. However, users from both sides of the discussion agreed on two persistent issues: car break-ins and rising housing costs.

Peter Lewis
Oct 9, 20253 min read


Cleveland Cavaliers and Wendy’s Team Up to Give Away Free Frostys During Cavalanche Scoring Surges
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Wendy’s are joining forces for the 2025-26 NBA season in a hometown partnership that promises to blend basketball thrills with a classic Ohio dessert. Wendy’s is now the presenting partner of the Cavaliers’ Cavalanche, a scoring phenomenon that turns into a gameday celebration both inside Rocket Arena and across Northeast Ohio.

David Jones
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Drone Ohio Unleashes Stunning Visuals of Chagrin Falls Bridge Resurrection; Nearing Completion After $8M Overhaul
Built originally in 1857 and widened in 1886 and again in 1928, the Main Street bridge has long been a defining historic landmark in Chagrin Falls. After years of wear and inspection findings indicating deterioration such as voids in mortar joints, exposed reinforcing, and concrete deck cracks, the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works initiated a major rehabilitation project in early 2024.

Sandra Anderson
Oct 8, 20253 min read


Rediscovered Home Videos Earn Filmmaker Major Documentary Award
Geovana Pimentel, a filmmaker and photographer from Recife, Brazil, has been named Best Short Documentary winner at the 2025 Midwest Slam Fest for her autobiographical short film My Mother Bought a Camera. The festival, based in Franklin, Ohio, highlights short independent films with a focus on bold, socially resonant topics. Pimentel relocated to Los Angeles in 2023 to expand her career in visual storytelling, bringing with her a background in film studies from the Universid

Joan Elloway-Nash
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Nostalgic Train Rides This Holiday Season in Northeast Ohio and Tickets Just Went on Sale
CVSR operates along 26 miles of track between Independence and Akron, offering vintage rail excursions year-round through the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Riders can board at three primary stations; Rockside in Independence, Peninsula Depot, and Akron Northside; with free parking and a recommendation to arrive 45 minutes early.

Brooke Tamblin
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Inside the Cleveland Film Everyone Will Be Talking About This Holiday, and the Museum Exhibit That Proves It
The cast includes Martin Sheen, Dennis Haysbert, June Squibb, Stacy Keach, Loretta Devine, Liza Weil, Jon Lovitz, Jeff Hiller, Dot-Marie Jones, Mark L. Walberg and more. Since its debut at the Newport Beach Film Festival in October 2024, the movie has experienced a streak of sold-out screenings. It was the first film in the festival’s history to require a second showing due to high demand. When it screened at the Cleveland International Film Festival this spring, it shattered

Gremi
Oct 6, 20254 min read


McDonald’s Brings Back Monopoly Game with $471 Million in Prizes and Fraud-Proof Rules
The relaunch also reflects broader shifts in consumer behavior and brand engagement. By integrating the game into its mobile app, McDonald’s

Cleveland13 Staff
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Classic 70mm Movies Coming to Cleveland in Big-Screen Revival This Fall at Phoenix Theatres in North Olmsted
Phoenix Theatres will use two historic Century Model JJ reel to reel projectors equipped with an R-31 E Magnetic Sound Penthouse and Dolby CP-200 sound processor with six-track magnetic sound capability. The system includes precision German-engineered lenses and high-intensity xenon lighting to produce sharp and bright images on a 42-foot-wide screen. It also features support for 70mm DTS and Dolby Digital sound on digitally encoded 35mm films.

Brooke Tamblin
Sep 10, 20252 min read
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