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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


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 202 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 142 min read


U.S. Education System Gets a Failing Grade in National Report Card, Reading Scores Plummet to 30-Year Lows
The U.S. Department of Education’s latest “Nation’s Report Card” shows that America’s education system is, in its own words, failing. The 2024 Education Report Card, compiled by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), found significant declines in student performance across nearly all grades and subjects, marking one of the worst national assessments since the program began in 1969.

David Jones
Oct 142 min read


Cleveland Schools Honor Indigenous Peoples Despite Federal Shift Back to Columbus Day
The Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District took a public stand this week, reaffirming its commitment to honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day, even as former President Donald Trump reinstated Columbus Day as the sole national observance. The district shared a message stating, “Today, we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We recognize and celebrate the cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, past, present, and future.”

David Jones
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


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 93 min read


The Humor, Heart & Honesty of Asking for What You Need; A Talk with Paul Quinn
Drawing on insights from interviews with more than 80 individuals, including celebrities, CEOs, and everyday people, Quinn examines the psychological and emotional barriers that prevent people from asking for what they truly want. He focuses on how upbringing, societal expectations, and internalized fear often stop individuals from pursuing honest communication and self-fulfillment.

Karen Moss-Hale
Oct 93 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 72 min read


Statewide Ohio Prostitution Sting Takes Down 135 Suspects; Shocking List Includes Clergy and Educators
In late September, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the results of 'Operation Next Door', a coordinated statewide law enforcement sting targeting human trafficking and prostitution. The multiagency operation, involving more than 100 local, state, and federal entities, resulted in the arrest of 135 individuals on charges ranging from solicitation to more serious offenses like promoting prostitution and seeking sex with minors.

D Heckman
Oct 63 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 Warnings from Top Doctors About Overscheduled Children
Free play, long recognized as vital to childhood development, is increasingly sidelined in favor of structured programming. Medical professi

Lauren Portier
Sep 303 min read


Students Stuck at Home After Mentor Schools Cancel Over Bus Staff Outage
Mentor Schools shut down all district buildings on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, citing a wave of last-minute transportation staff absences t

David Jones
Sep 303 min read


Shirley Novack Escapes 25-Year Marriage and Becomes Bestselling Author at 76
During the pandemic, Novack fulfilled a lifelong dream by writing her first book, a historical fiction novel based loosely on her father's life. Her father, a Holocaust survivor, endured significant trauma, including being raped as a child while living in a brothel before immigrating to the United States. She drew on that legacy to create her debut novel, which received mostly five-star reviews. “I wrote without an outline. I just wrote every day,” she said.

Karen Moss-Hale
Sep 253 min read


Cleveland Charter Schools Rank Among Ohio’s Best in 2025 Report
Several Cleveland-area charter schools are being recognized for outstanding academic progress in the 2024–2025 Ohio Department of Education report card released on September 15. Cleveland Arts and Social Sciences Academy (CASSA) emerged as one of the top performers, earning a Performance Index score of 92.8, ranking seventh among all charter schools in Ohio and second in Cuyahoga County. The school also received a 5-star Progress rating for the third consecutive year.

David Jones
Sep 252 min read


The Man Who Remembers Every Day of His Life Shares His Perspective. The Frank Healy Story
Healy describes his condition as a mixed blessing. On one hand, he never needs to consult a calendar, and he vividly recalls pleasant experiences. On the other, he also relives the emotional weight of negative memories. “I now only remember my first kiss. I remember everyone,” he says, underscoring the persistence of emotional detail in his recollections.

Karen Moss-Hale
Sep 153 min read


Harvard Astrophysicist Doubles Down on Alien Craft Theory as 3I/ATLAS Keeps Defying Science
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb is urging NASA to redirect spacecraft toward interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which continues to defy explanation months after discovery. With its strange glow, precise trajectory, and potential to be an alien probe, the object has reignited debate over extraterrestrial life. Scientists are calling for urgent imaging as public interest and disclosure speculation grow ahead of its December 19 flyby.

Jenni Adamms
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


The Blind Blogger Who’s Shaping the Future of Digital and Workplace Access
Maxwell Ivey, “The Blind Blogger,” shares how accessibility goes far beyond compliance. From teaching himself HTML when the web was barely accessible, to coaching and advising as an inclusion expert, Ivey’s journey shows how communication, creativity, and small changes can open doors for people with disabilities and everyone around them.

Karen Moss-Hale
Aug 143 min read
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