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Trump Breaks Silence as House Unites Across Party Lines to Demand Epstein File Release
Pressed further, Bondi was asked if she might be fired over her handling of the Epstein investigation or if there was any tension with Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino. She dismissed those questions, saying, “I’m gonna be here for as long as the president wants me here,” and refused to discuss personnel issues or pending investigations. Her office continued to emphasize that the event was focused on fentanyl-related fatalities, not Epstein.

Analese Hartford
6 hours ago3 min read


Over 41,000 Homeowners in Cuyahoga County Risk Delinquency as Property Tax Deadline Looms; $76 Million Unpaid
Over 41,000 Cuyahoga County homeowners are behind on their property tax payments just days before the second half is due on July 17, putting nearly $76 million in local revenue at risk and adding pressure to already strained county services. This represents about 7% of the county’s 564,000 property owners, a percentage consistent with last year, but the total amount delinquent has sharply increased from $56 million, according to the county treasurer.

Analese Hartford
5 days ago3 min read


McDonald’s Snack Wrap Comeback Triggers Nostalgia, Frenzy and “Wrap Wars”
The Snack Wrap originally debuted in the U.S. in 2006 as a convenient, drive‑thru snack. It offered grilled or crispy chicken and various sauces, including ranch, honey mustard and salsa roja. By 2016, McDonald’s removed it from most kitchens due to low sales and prep complexity; some franchises continued offering it until simplifying operations during the pandemic era.

Cleveland13 Staff
Jul 105 min read


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


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


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


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


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


Unlikely Alliance Forms as Trump and Elizabeth Warren Demand End to Debt Ceiling
A default, economists warn, would be financially catastrophic. It would trigger soaring interest rates on mortgages, credit cards, and student loans, decimate stock markets, and cause major disruptions in essential federal services. Millions of government employees and military members could face furloughs or unpaid work, while recipients of Social Security, veterans benefits, and other federal programs may see their payments halted.

Analese Hartford
Jun 93 min read


Trump Seeks Congressional Approval to Cut $9.4 Billion in Public and Foreign Programs
President Donald Trump has formally requested that Congress rescind $9.4 billion in previously approved federal spending, targeting funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid programs. The proposal, submitted on June 3, 2025, by White House budget director Russell Vought, seeks to legalize cuts initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency.

Analese Hartford
Jun 42 min read


Elon Musk Slams Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' as Fiscal Catastrophe
The legislation, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” passed the U.S. House in May with only Republican votes and a razor-thin margin. It proposes an extension of Trump-era tax cuts, a boost in defense and immigration enforcement spending, and cuts to safety net programs such as Medicaid and SNAP. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimated the plan would increase the federal deficit by roughly $2.4 trillion over the next decade and lead to 10.9 million mo

Analese Hartford
Jun 43 min read


Cleveland I-X Center to Shut Down Events as City Pursues Major Fortune 500 Deal
The amendment concludes the I-X Center’s legacy as a convention space, home to events like the Cleveland Auto Show, the Great Big Home and Garden Show, and the I-X Indoor Amusement Park. City officials have not disclosed when events will end or when the new tenant will begin operations, though the I-X Center’s website still lists events through November.

Joan Elloway-Nash
Jun 33 min read


Elon Musk Breaks with Trump Over Massive Spending in 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'
While the tax provisions grant temporary relief, the bill offsets its cost through deep cuts to major social programs. Medicaid faces projected reductions of $700 billion, including the implementation of work requirements for able-bodied adults under 65 and a $1 million cap on home equity eligibility for long-term care. SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is set to lose $300 billion over ten years, a shift expected to disproportionately affect low-income househol

Analese Hartford
May 283 min read


Senate Passes ‘No Tax on Tips’ Act, Sparking Optimism Among Service Industry Advocates
In a rare display of bipartisan unity, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed the “No Tax on Tips Act” on May 20, 2025, marking a significant step toward changing the financial landscape for millions of American service workers. The bill, which now heads to the House of Representatives, would exempt up to $25,000 in annual tip income from federal income tax for employees earning $160,000 or less.

Analese Hartford
May 273 min read


Historic U.S. Credit Downgrade Raises Alarm on Rising Interest and Debt
The downgrade follows similar decisions by S&P in 2011 and Fitch in 2023. Together, these actions reflect growing skepticism among global financial observers about the U.S. government's ability to sustainably manage its finances. Moody’s cited recent fiscal proposals under consideration, such as large-scale tax cuts and expansive spending bills, as contributing to the downgrade. These initiatives, the agency said, demonstrate a continued trajectory of budgetary deterioration

Analese Hartford
May 253 min read


Trump’s 'Big Beautiful Bill', the $4 Trillion Spending Plan, Clears House After Hours of Heated Debate
In a dramatic pre-dawn session on Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved President Donald Trump's expansive tax and spending package, dubbed the "One Big Beautiful Bill," by a 215-214 vote. The legislation, central to Trump's second-term agenda, now advances to the Senate, where significant revisions are anticipated.

Analese Hartford
May 222 min read


Japan Launches Bold Energy Experiment with Satellite That Beams Power to Earth
The OHISAMA satellite, named after the Japanese word for "sun," will orbit Earth at an altitude of roughly 250 miles. It will gather sunlight through a compact two-square-meter solar panel, convert it into microwaves, and beam the energy down to a ground-based receiver array in Suwa, Japan. The initial output of one kilowatt—sufficient to power a small appliance like a coffee maker—serves primarily as a proof of concept for much larger applications.

Jenni Adamms
May 192 min read
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