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Stranger’s Dance with Young Girl at Rock Hall Tugs at Cleveland’s Heartstrings
A heartfelt plea on social media is gaining traction after a touching moment at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame brought a grieving family a sense of peace. On Sunday, a mother visiting the museum with her daughter Myah witnessed an emotional connection unfold between her child and a kind older man who, in an unexpected gesture, danced with the young girl as if they had known each other forever.

Sandra Anderson
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Shaker Heights Council Passes Emergency Law to Stop Short-Term Rentals
Council chair Nancy Moore raised concerns about state-level interference, noting the looming bill in Columbus that would prevent new municipal rental regulations. She asked, “why is there an exemption, since state law generally trumps local law?” Gruber explained that lawmakers included a carve-out to allow existing bans to remain but declined to speculate on the legislature’s intent.

Analese Hartford
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Workmen’s Circle Defies Intense Heat and Legal Dispute to Revive Free Yiddish Concert at Cain Park
Organizers say next year’s event will again be free and, for the first time, professionally filmed for remote audiences, even as the legal dispute with the Jewish Federation over the withheld principal continues. Workmen’s Circle Chairman Neal Grossman and Yiddish Concert co-chair Amy Roth extended their thanks to the community, performers, Cain Park staff, volunteers, and the city of Cleveland Heights.

Gremi
Jun 26, 20253 min read


Karen Moss-Hale Joins Cleveland 13 News with Powerful Podcast Lineup from NewClevelandRadio
Moss-Hale began her NewClevelandRadio journey as a producer and later became a host, cultivating several podcast series that highlight the human experience. She produced Heart Mojo with Melinda Smith, which launched in February 2019 and ran for 77 episodes, focusing on personal empowerment and choice. Her podcasting trajectory expanded with Avoid the Maze, where guests are guided through deeply personal conversations. The show has received consistent praise for her warm and i

Cleveland13 Staff
Jun 26, 20253 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 13, 20252 min read


Cleveland's 'Light Up the Lake' Returns with Fireworks Family Fun and Free Events on the Waterfront
At Voinovich Park, Downtown Cleveland, Inc. will host a family-friendly event featuring interactive activities such as face painting by Faces and Fun Entertainment, balloon art from Balloon Vibes, crafts from Crafty Fun World Entertainment, stomp rockets and candy airplane crafts from the Women’s International Air and Space Museum. DJ Smillz will provide live music, and food options will include Carter’s BBQ, The Original Steaks & Hoagies, Kona Ice Truck and CLE Cotton Candy.

Sandra Anderson
Jun 12, 20253 min read


Medina Citizens Rally and Hold Candlelight Vigil to Protest Due Process Violations
Organizers cite several actions by former President Trump and his administration as evidence of an authoritarian tilt. They refer to Trump’s April 14 remarks suggesting U.S. citizens could be sent to CECOT, his May 4 statement expressing uncertainty about upholding the Constitution, and Stephen Miller’s May 9 assertion that the administration was “actively looking at” suspending habeas corpus for all U.S. residents.

Analese Hartford
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Gunfire Leaves 20‑Year‑Old Dead at Busy Painesville Intersection
Upon arrival, officers located a 20‑year‑old male inside a vehicle stopped in the roadway. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The Painesville Police Department identified the victim as Wyllyam James Sheffey Jr., of Ashtabula. At the time of this report, that identity has not yet been independently confirmed by the Lake County Coroner or other official sources outside the police department.

D Heckman
Jun 9, 20252 min read


Early Morning Blaze Destroys Vacant Painesville Home as Firefighters Launch Defensive Attack
Given the escalating threat and structural instability, crews shifted to a defensive approach. The fire escalated to a MABAS Box Alarm 2311 at the 1st alarm level, summoning additional resources to assist in the operation. The residence, with an assessed property value of $86,380, sustained severe fire, heat, and smoke damage and was ultimately deemed a total loss. The structure was demolished at the scene to ensure safety.

D Heckman
Jun 5, 20252 min read


Cleveland 13 News Beats ABC and CBS Affiliates in Scene's Best of Cleveland Awards
Cleveland 13 News, a volunteer-powered, not-for-profit newsroom launched in response to growing civic distrust in traditional media, earned third place in the 2025 Best of Cleveland awards for Best Local TV Newscast, as announced June 5 by Cleveland Scene. Founder Matt Greminger placed second in the Best News Reporter category, trailing only Fox 8’s Natalie Herbick.

Cleveland13 Staff
Jun 5, 20252 min read


Juneteenth 2025 in Northeast Ohio: Where to Celebrate Freedom and Culture This Year
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.

David Jones
Jun 4, 20252 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 3, 20253 min read


Browns Linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah to Miss 2025 Season Due to Neck Injury
The Cleveland Browns have announced that linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah will miss the entire 2025 NFL season after being placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform (PUP) list due to a neck injury sustained in October 2024 during a game against the Baltimore Ravens. The injury occurred when Owusu-Koramoah collided with Ravens running back Derrick Henry, leading to his hospitalization. Although he was released the following day with movement in all extremities, the

Kristy Acuti
May 30, 20253 min read


Ohio House Unanimously Approves Bill to Ban Police Quotas for Tickets and Arrests
Under existing Ohio law, it is legal for agencies to require officers to meet citation or arrest targets. House Bill 131 would prohibit both formal and informal quotas and prevent law enforcement agencies from using those figures to influence promotions, transfers, or disciplinary actions. The bill also introduces a provision for anonymous reporting of quota policies to the Ohio Attorney General’s office, which would have the authority to investigate and issue cease-and-desis

Analese Hartford
May 30, 20252 min read


Summit County Teen Dies After Falling from Float During Green Memorial Day Parade
Matthew attended North Canton City Schools. In a statement released by the Summit County Sheriff's Office, the severity of the incident was confirmed and it was noted that the case remains under investigation with assistance from the Summit Metro Crash Team. No further details have been released at this time.

D Heckman
May 28, 20252 min read


Steamship William G. Mather Celebrates 100 Years with Interactive Exhibit at Great Lakes Science Center
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

David Jones
May 27, 20252 min read


Chaos at Cleveland Heights City Hall Sparks Legal Battle Over Public Access to Police Bodycam Footage
The refusal comes despite the city’s prior release of two surveillance videos — both silent — that captured segments of the same incident. Those videos omit any audio of the verbal altercation allegedly instigated by McDaniel. According to Sgt. Jason Moze’s incident report, McDaniel, in a “panic state,” entered City Hall yelling, demanding to know the mayor’s location, and proceeded to scream at staff and berate officers, reportedly shouting about Moze being a “giant white ma

Analese Hartford
May 22, 20254 min read


Cleveland Heights Protest Planned Over Antisemitic Remarks Allegedly Made by Mayor’s Wife
Former special assistant to the mayor, Patrick Costigan, filed a complaint on May 14 with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Ohio Civil Rights Commission, alleging McDaniel created a hostile work environment at City Hall through repeated antisemitic remarks and behavior. Screenshots submitted with the complaint show McDaniel using slurs and offensive language in text messages targeting Jewish colleagues and residents, including Planning Commission Chair

Analese Hartford
May 19, 20254 min read


'The Office' Universe Expands with Toledo-Set Spinoff ‘The Paper’, and Oscar Returns to Screen
Created by Greg Daniels, the mind behind the U.S. version of "The Office," and Michael Koman of "Nathan for You," "The Paper" trades the paper sales floor of Scranton’s Dunder Mifflin for the newsroom of The Truth Teller, a fictional Toledo publication battling irrelevance in the digital age.

Joan Elloway-Nash
May 16, 20253 min read


Lakewood's Ethlete Lab Academy Offers Teens a Safe Space to Game and Learn
The 2,500-square-foot space features 20 high-performance PCs, console gaming areas, VR stations, and soundproof streaming pods. A dedicated classroom hosts interactive 50-minute sessions on various tech topics, fostering creativity and critical thinking among participants. The lounge also includes a café area where patrons can bring outside food and socialize.

Jayda's Adventures
May 16, 20252 min read
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