The historic Sidaway Bridge in Cleveland, closed since 1966 after racial unrest, remains a powerful symbol of segregation. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2022, it stands untouched despite calls for restoration. This article explores the bridge’s architectural legacy, its role in civil rights history, and future redevelopment plans aimed at reconnecting long-divided communities in Cleveland.

Aviation history meets fashion at Cleveland’s Burke Lakefront Airport as the International Women’s Air & Space Museum hosts a vintage stewardess runway show during its Corks On The Concourse event, featuring Fox 8 News personalities, wine tasting, auctions and a tribute to Katherine Wright. Celebrate women in flight and bid on historic aviation items at this one-night-only event on August 22, 2025.

The immersive event, which draws reenactors from across the country, will highlight both military and civilian life during the Civil War era. Highlights include a full-scale reenactment of the Battle of Sailor’s Creek, cavalry demonstrations, appearances by President Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln, and live period music from Camp Chase Fifes and Drums. “This event brings history to life in a way that people can see, hear, and feel,” said a spokesperson for the Western

The Trump administration has released more than 230,000 pages of files related to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., making them available online for the first time in one centralized and digitized collection. The release, announced July 21, 2025, by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, follows Executive Order 14176, which was signed by former President Donald Trump on January 23 to declassify records tied to the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, Ro

Tuesday evening, futuristic nostalgia and hometown pride converged at the Phoenix Theater as Cleveland and Superman fans gathered for an advance screening of Superman, set to hit theaters Friday, July 11. The Dolby Encore sound system makes you feel like you are flying with Superman. The film opened with sweeping shots of Cleveland landmarks and featured action-packed scenes that captivated family audiences.

British Egyptologist Dr. Chris Naunton, who led the excavation team, described the finding as “an ancient crime scene,” highlighting the contradiction of a sealed structure hiding the signs of internal disturbance. “The burial had already been disturbed before it was closed forever,” Dr. Naunton said. “The capstone was meant to protect the tomb, but it also ensured that the burial chamber was never checked again.”

The frescoes, made up of thousands of painted plaster fragments, were originally part of a grand residence built between 43 and 150 C.E. in what is now Southwark, London. The building was destroyed before 200 C.E., leaving only a debris pit of shattered wall pieces. Excavations conducted between 2021 and 2022 unearthed the fragments at “The Liberty of Southwark,” the future site of a mixed-use development.

As Juneteenth 2025 approaches, communities across Northeast Ohio are coming together to honor the historic day that marked the end of slavery in the United States. From vibrant festivals and concerts to educational walking tours and soulful food experiences, there are dozens of events planned that highlight Black history, resilience, creativity, and joy.

To honor the centennial, the museum unveiled “Steam and Steel: Propelling the Future of the Great Lakes,” a hands-on exhibit designed to engage visitors of all ages with the maritime technologies that defined the Great Lakes shipping industry. “We’re excited about the Mather’s centennial birthday, so we created ‘Steam & Steel: Propelling the Future of the Great Lakes,’” said William Katzman, vice president of exhibits at the Great Lakes Science Center. “This exhibition looks

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Families looking for ways to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 20, can take advantage of several free events across Northe