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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 202 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 202 min read


"I Tried Three Post Offices"; Americans Abroad Say Sending Mail to U.S. Is Now Nearly Impossible
One American living in France, who documented her experience on TikTok, said she was turned away at two separate La Poste locations when trying to send Halloween cards to her family in the United States. Both offices told her all mail, including letters, was barred from being sent due to new tariffs and customs rules. “They were so confident,” she said in a video posted on October 13. “They told me there was absolutely no way.”

Toni Mathews
Oct 143 min read


How Two Kent State Students Allegedly Became the Face of an $11 Million Senior Fraud Ring
According to court filings, the pair are charged with wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The criminal complaint alleges they collected cash in person from elderly victims after scammers, operating mostly remotely, convinced those victims they owed money to government agencies or needed to “correct” fraudulent charges or refund errors.

D Heckman
Oct 135 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 92 min read


CSU Shuts Down Student Radio Overnight, Hands Control to Ideastream
Cleveland State University on Oct. 3 ended nearly five decades of student- and volunteer-led programming on WCSB (89.3 FM) and entered a par

David Jones
Oct 62 min read


There’s No Federal Wage Increase. Instead, State-Led Hikes Tell the Real Story
More than 20 states and dozens of localities across the U.S. raised their minimum wages this year, while the federal minimum wage remains

Analese Hartford
Oct 63 min read


New Sweet & Sassy Salon in Lyndhurst Turns Every Girl Into a Princess
One of its signature offerings, the Diva for a Day package, includes a shampoo, haircut, blow-out or braid, manicure, pedicure, facial, and shimmery makeup. Other options include the Head-to-Toe Princess package, which features a hairstyle along with a manicure and pedicure, and the Ultimate Spa Package that adds additional treatments. In September, the salon is running promotions with $10 specials on select services on designated days.

Jayda's Adventures
Sep 252 min read


University Heights Parking Fine Controversy Deepens as Mayor, Council Spar Over Process and Policy
A debate over parking enforcement in University Heights has ignited a broader discussion on governance, infrastructure, and how city leaders communicate with residents. While the recent hike in parking fines has drawn strong reactions from both Mayor Michael Dylan Brennan and members of City Council, it is clear that all sides share a common goal: addressing the city’s ongoing parking problems. Where they differ is in their approach and interpretation of how best to serve res

Analese Hartford
Sep 95 min read


University Heights Mayor Slams Council Over New $75 Parking Fines, Calls Ordinance “Regressive”
Mayor Michael Dylan Brennan is publicly condemning City Council’s recent decision to triple parking fines, calling the move punitive and unfair to residents with limited means. The ordinance, passed May 5, 2025, raised the cost of a standard parking ticket from $25 to $75 and includes automatic escalations if the fine is not paid within 30 or 60 days.

Analese Hartford
Sep 64 min read


The Lanternfly Outbreak Is Exploding Across Ohio and It Looks Like It's Going to Get Even Worse
Spotted lanternflies are rapidly spreading across Ohio, with new infestations confirmed in five additional counties in 2025. Cleveland, especially downtown and lakefront areas, is seeing a surge in adult pests. State officials warn the situation may worsen as the season continues. Learn how residents are fighting back and what actions the Ohio Department of Agriculture recommends to control the spread of this invasive species.

David Jones
Aug 213 min read


The Best Affordable Family Trip You Haven’t Taken Yet This Summer is in Lansing
Plan the perfect budget-friendly family getaway to Lansing, MI, packed with free museums, science centers, kayaking, planetarium shows, and more. Discover fun for all ages just in time to soak up the last days of summer without breaking the bank.

Jayda's Adventures
Aug 183 min read


White House Unveils Plan for Nationwide Digital AI Health Record System with Big Tech Support
The White House and HHS have announced a 2026 launch of a voluntary, AI-powered digital health record system led by CMS, partnering with over 60 major tech and healthcare companies including Google, Amazon, Apple, and UnitedHealth. The initiative promises secure, seamless sharing of medical records across providers, personalized health insights, and modernized access through interoperable, patient-controlled tools.

Analese Hartford
Aug 112 min read


Could You Get a $600 Tariff Rebate Check? What Trump and Hawley Are Proposing
CLEVELAND 13 (WCTU) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday reignited discussion over a potential “tariff dividend” for Americans, suggesting...

Analese Hartford
Aug 63 min read


Shoppers Warn of Bedbugs at Rocky River Savers as Reports Date Back to January
A Rocky River shopper discovered a bedbug infestation at the Savers Thrift store located at 21201 Center Ridge Road on Saturday, July 12. The customer, Jamie Lynn Natole, told Cleveland 13 News that she found both an adult and a juvenile bedbug on shirts she picked up—with one crawling on her clothing as she tried it on. She reported bedbugs on her cart, purse and bag as well. Natole said she later learned through social media that others have experienced similar issues at th

D Heckman
Jul 233 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
Jul 123 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


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


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
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