Cleveland’s National Air Show board is warning the event cannot continue if Burke Lakefront Airport closes. City leaders are studying a $600 million lakefront redevelopment vision and have asked organizers to consider remote or overwater formats, but the board says Cleveland’s geography and the show’s nonprofit finances make that impossible. The 2026 show is still on.

A major stretch of downtown Cleveland is set for a sweeping asphalt art installation aimed at boosting pedestrian safety. Veteran muralist Ryan Jaenke was chosen to transform parts of the Gateway District near East 4th to East 9th streets, with up to 17,000 square feet of hardscape painted through Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Asphalt Art Initiative. Work is targeted for completion in July 2026.

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport says operations are back to normal after major construction on the lower roadway, reopening all terminal doors for arrivals pickups. The work focused on the RTA-level pedestrian tunnel linking the terminal to the Red Line station, including structural reinforcement, waterproofing and electrical system relocation. More updates are posted on the airport’s website.

Demolition crews have moved in at Cedar and Miramar in University Heights, clearing a 2.1-acre site for a new Aldi. The project will raze the Waterstone Medical Center and a former Huntington Bank branch, with site work expected to take six to eight weeks. City leaders say the store will anchor broader Bell Tower Center redevelopment and traffic signal upgrades now underway.

America’s data center boom is accelerating as AI replaces general-purpose cloud demand, driving massive new builds and unprecedented pressure on the power grid. A new outlook projects up to $3 trillion in investment by 2030, with 100 gigawatts of capacity coming online fast. Ohio is emerging as a key hub as policymakers weigh who pays for the upgrades.

Seven Hills has reopened its renovated fire station, featuring specialized sleeping quarters designed with University Hospitals Parma Sleep Medicine Center standards. City leaders say the upgrades, including expanded locker rooms, a new training room and remodeled kitchen, will modernize the aging facility and support the department’s ability to retain staff while serving roughly 11,000 residents.

Euclid’s Shore Cultural Centre is moving ahead with new renovations after landing a $19,327 Ohio History Fund grant. The project will modernize two restrooms near the historic auditorium, a key gathering space for thousands each year. Shore’s proposal was among just 15 selected statewide out of 68 applications, city officials said.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are moving ahead with a plan to remake the “Meet Me Here” plaza into a permanent tribute to the team’s 2016 NBA championship. The redesign includes a full-size, Cavs-branded basketball court open to the public, along with tiered seating, landscaping and art. Construction is slated for completion by June 1, 2026.

Cleveland artists have one week left to submit qualifications for a major asphalt art installation in the Gateway District, turning 20,000 square feet of downtown pavement into a permanent outdoor gallery. Backed by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the project aims to boost walkability and create a new visual landmark near Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

A growing petition drive is pushing back on a proposal to turn Brook Park’s historic IX Center into a large-scale AI data center. Organizers cite worries about power and water use, potential noise and utility price increases, and the loss of a major regional venue. City leaders face mounting pressure as land-use talks continue.

Flames were seen coming from the attic, and firefighters quickly brought the situation under control. The estimated damage is $500,000. No injuries were reported, though the American Red Cross was called to assist one adult male.

Construction crews began work at the East Wing’s main entrance, where guests traditionally arrive. While it remains unclear how much of the wing will be removed, early images show that the original corridor remains visible in renderings of the new ballroom design, suggesting the extension will expand outward from the existing structure. The East Wing, completed in its current form in 1942 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, has historically housed the Office of the First L

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.

In a move that underscores growing local support, the City of Hilliard recently committed $50,000 toward the match for the Midwest Connect corridor, a proposed route linking Chicago, Fort Wayne, Lima, Columbus and Pittsburgh. “This is the next step in a decade of local planning,” according to Hilliard officials, who released a passenger rail station feasibility study alongside the funding announcement. Hilliard joins several other Ohio municipalities whose combined contributi

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.

The announcement on social media quickly gained traction, with hundreds of comments reflecting sharp divisions within the community. Support

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.

Cleveland’s EJ Kovacic Rec Center hosted its 2nd annual community event, bringing together residents, local organizations, and small businesses for a day of unity, outreach, and empowerment. Despite rainy weather, groups like The Foundry, Workmen’s Circle, Teen Enterprise, and local entrepreneurs provided resources, support, and inspiration. The renovated historic facility served as a vibrant hub for celebrating neighborhood pride and connection.

The site is part of a broader regional effort to improve river health and access. The Cuyahoga River received National Water Trail designation following decades of environmental restoration, including dam removals and habitat enhancements. Summit Metro Parks alone has restored nearly a mile of river habitat, including floodplain excavation and instream improvements that benefit aquatic life and water quality.

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.