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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

A national public art exhibition titled "The Stories of Us" will debut in Cleveland this summer, showcasing 20 large-scale sculptures created by artists from Cleveland and Detroit. The exhibition, a collaboration between real estate developer Bedrock and nonprofit organization The Stories of Us, will be displayed at two downtown locations: Skylight Park at Tower City Center starting May 30, and Mall C beginning June 14.

Production is set to begin later this month on "Worst Man," a dark comedic short film featuring an unexpected ensemble cast: Jason Earles of Disney Channel fame, professional wrestling legend James Storm, and four-time Emmy-winning host Chris Van Vliet. The film is written and directed by Cleveland native Brandon Arroyo, who also stars in the project.

The Genius Code, an organization focused on coding and tech education for underrepresented communities, is leading this initiative. The event precedes Collier’s scheduled appearance at the Google Blockly Summit in Seattle, where she will discuss how storytelling can bridge creativity, technology, and literacy. “I’ll be sharing how building stories with code can link tech with creativity and literacy, one block at a time,” Collier shared on LinkedIn.

The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) conducted an investigation into the incident, concluding that Officer Derbin was ambushed and killed by suspect Deshawn Vaughn, who later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound during a standoff with police. A Cuyahoga County Grand Jury reviewed the case and returned a no-bill, indicating insufficient evidence to indict any officers involved.

Founded just two years ago, Cleveland 13 News operates as a not-for-profit newsroom driven by community volunteers. Greminger created the platform in response to what he saw as growing distortions in traditional journalism. “Back then, this idea was just a spark, born out of deep frustration, a sense of urgency, and an unshakable belief that our city deserved better,” he said.

From the moment I stepped inside the food truck, it was clear that this wasn’t just a side project. The trailer is a fully outfitted mobile kitchen with all the tools needed to serve up cheesesteaks, hoagies, and crowd-pleasers like Whizzy Tots at high volume. This summer, Frank and his team plan to take the trailer across Greater Cleveland, hitting graduation parties, festivals, and private events, giving fans even more access to their signature eats.