Looking for a way to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day? On Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, families can take advantage of free admission and special programming at destinations across Northeast Ohio, including the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Museum of Art, and more. Check each venue for tickets and updates before you go.

Burt “Burt” Saltzman, the longtime chairman and leader of Dave’s Markets, died Jan. 13, 2026, at 88. Local nonprofits and community members credited him with years of support for hunger relief and other civic efforts, including the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, which recently named a space in his honor.

Ohio Rep. Steve Demetriou has introduced HB 642, a bill that would remove the five-year limit on carrying forward net operating losses for municipal income taxes. Supporters say it would better match long business recovery cycles and align municipal rules more closely with federal treatment, while municipalities could see tax revenue delayed as losses are used over longer periods.

The Cleveland Cavaliers plan to hold Mental Health Awareness Night during the Jan. 12, 2026, home game vs. the Utah Jazz at Rocket Arena. A Cavs release says the night will feature a pregame fireside chat for invited student-athletes with Cleveland Clinic experts and concourse activations connecting fans with local mental health organizations.

J&J Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric says thieves broke into its locked lot overnight before Jan. 8, stealing a trailer tied to a youth soccer team and later forcing open a truck to take tools. Police are investigating, and the company is asking witnesses to contact officers while offering a free furnace tune-up for information that helps identify suspects.

A nationwide outage has knocked out key Kohl’s store systems, leaving some shoppers unable to check out and employees without answers. At Highland Heights, only self-checkout with credit or debit worked, while Sephora sales could not be processed. Amazon returns remained active. Kohl’s had not posted an update as of Tuesday noon.

Fire Iron Golf in Shaker Heights has opened a new entertainment venue blending high-tech golf simulation with casual dining and family-friendly fun. Located at 20040 Van Aken Blvd., the facility offers Trackman golf simulator bays, high-speed swing cameras, and access to over 200 virtual golf courses.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Communities across Northeast Ohio observed Veterans Day on Tuesday with meaningful displays of remembrance and gratitude, as public institutions, local schools, and businesses took visible steps to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. In several Cleveland-area Meijer grocery stores, a “Missing Man Table” stood prominently, offering shoppers a solemn reminder of service members who never returned home. Set up near the produce section, the tab

Among the cast, Dennis Haysbert delivers a performance that many audiences have described as deeply personal and emotionally layered. According to production sources, Haysbert accepted the role immediately after reading the script, calling it the role he had always wanted to play. That knowledge adds dimension to his portrayal of Marty Anderson, a postal worker navigating long‑unspoken hopes and shifting expectations.

A Hillside Middle School student was struck by a vehicle Wednesday morning while crossing Pleasant Valley Road in front of Normandy High School, according to Normandy Principal Rachel Urban. The student was able to walk to the ambulance and communicate with staff following the incident, according to the statement sent to parents. School officials expressed gratitude for the actions of those who responded at the scene.

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.

Unable to perform for live audiences during the early pandemic, Sinkovic brought together a diverse group of seasoned local musicians and began posting performance videos to YouTube. The videos quickly resonated, drawing over a million views and building a loyal international following, including a strong fan base in Manila, Philippines. “This group should be playing theatres all over Ohio. We are very big in Manila Philippines trying to tour there in 2026,” he said.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Swensons Drive-In Restaurants announced a multiyear partnership today, that will bring the Akron-founded burger brand to Rocket Arena beginning with the 2025–26 NBA regular season, adding two new concession locations on the Street and Loudville Level concourses. “By welcoming Swensons to Rocket Arena, we’re adding a celebrated local favorite to our lineup and deepening our commitment to expanding our culinary offerings to continue creating an eleva

Evans said the initiative aimed to foster community through candid discussions of mental health challenges, particularly those that go unseen when individuals feel pressure to conceal suffering. Early in the event’s promotion, the organizers stated “Free entry *limited seats *donations appreciated,” signaling an open-to-all approach with a focus on accessibility.

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

The inaugural event, which quickly sold out of its 1,000 available tickets, featured 17 local restaurant and entertainment vendors spread across Pinecrest’s open-air plaza. Food and drink samples, live entertainment, and immersive experiences gave guests a chance to taste, sip, and celebrate the best of Cleveland’s dining scene while supporting a critical cause. “We sold out so quickly,” Liberati added. “We couldn’t have raised $30,000 without the community.”

According to investigators, the individual entered the restaurant and placed a food order but quickly became irate over the service. The situation escalated when the person began shouting at employees and then discharged a chemical agent, believed to be pepper spray, at or near staff members on multiple occasions.

Authorities said they intend to charge the individuals involved with aggravated armed robbery, attempted child abduction, and felonious assault. The Geauga County Sheriff’s Office and Prosecutor Jim Flaiz are expected to release more details during a scheduled press conference.

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.”

The message, delivered by U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and produced by the Department of Homeland Security and Transportation Security Administration, states, “Democrats in Congress refuse to fund the federal government.” The clip links the shutdown directly to TSA operations and highlights that many employees are working without pay. The explicit partisan blame in the video has drawn criticism and is the central reason multiple airports have refused to dis