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How Two Kent State Students Allegedly Became the Face of an $11 Million Senior Fraud Ring
According to court filings, the pair are charged with wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The criminal complaint alleges they collected cash in person from elderly victims after scammers, operating mostly remotely, convinced those victims they owed money to government agencies or needed to “correct” fraudulent charges or refund errors.

D Heckman
Oct 135 min read


5-Year-Old Girl Brutally Beaten and Assaulted in Cleveland Field; Mother Says System Is Failing Them
Kennibrew wrote that the boys beat her daughter until she was unconscious, sexually assaulted her, urinated on her and attempted to strangle her with her own shirt before leaving her naked and unresponsive. “I couldn’t believe what I saw in front of me,” she posted. “My daughter did not look like herself. She was traumatized.” Kennibrew described finding her child with hair ripped from her scalp, eyes filled with blood and bruises covering her body.

D Heckman
Oct 73 min read


Models Took Over the Runway at Burke Lakefront Airport to Save a Dress the Wright Brothers Wouldn’t Fly Without
A unique blend of vintage runway fashion and aviation heritage lit up Burke Lakefront Airport on Friday, Aug. 22, as 'Corks on the Concourse' returned with its “Glory Days of Aviation” theme to benefit the International Women’s Air & Space Museum. The event, held just ahead of the Cleveland National Air Show, spotlighted women’s contributions to aviation while raising funds to restore a historic artifact once worn by Katharine Wright, sister to the famed Wright brothers.

Gremi
Aug 253 min read


Beloved TV Judge Frank Caprio Dies at 88 After Battle with Pancreatic Cancer
Judge Frank Caprio, famed for his compassionate rulings on Caught in Providence and known as the "Nicest Judge in the World," has died at 88 after battling pancreatic cancer.

David Jones
Aug 213 min read


Meet the Navy Veteran Behind a Movement That’s Saving Lives in Northeast Ohio
Thomas, the founder and president of Vet Fest, started this event with a mission that cuts deep: to stop veteran suicide. “We’re tired of losing our brothers and sisters,” he told me. His voice was steady but heavy with purpose. As a veteran himself, Thomas knows the weight of transitioning to civilian life. The isolation, the unspoken struggles.

Cleveland13 Staff
Aug 153 min read


The Blind Blogger Who’s Shaping the Future of Digital and Workplace Access
Maxwell Ivey, “The Blind Blogger,” shares how accessibility goes far beyond compliance. From teaching himself HTML when the web was barely accessible, to coaching and advising as an inclusion expert, Ivey’s journey shows how communication, creativity, and small changes can open doors for people with disabilities and everyone around them.

Karen Moss-Hale
Aug 143 min read


Trump Tax Law Analysis Shows Rich Gain Thousands While Poor Lose Benefits
A new CBO analysis reveals President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" delivers major tax breaks for the top 10 percent, averaging $13,600 per year, while the poorest Americans lose over $1,200 annually due to cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. The law, passed with only Republican support, is projected to widen the income gap and add up to $2.8 trillion to the national deficit over the next decade.

Analese Hartford
Aug 142 min read


Cleveland Community Comes Together for Second Annual EJ Kovacic Rec Center Celebration Despite Rain
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.

Sandra Anderson
Aug 13 min read


Why Everyone Is Suddenly Talking About Cleveland 13 News; a Conversation with President Matt Greminger
Cleveland 13 News is redefining local journalism by breaking old rules and focusing on authentic, unfiltered storytelling. Led by Matt Greminger, this fast-growing Cleveland news network prioritizes trust over speed, creating conversations instead of traditional interviews. Discover why everyone is talking about Cleveland 13 News and how its revolutionary approach is changing the future of local media.

Karen Moss-Hale
Jul 313 min read


The Death of Public Funding and the Birth of a Better News Model Emerging in Northeast Ohio
When Congress voted to slash $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), pulling the plug on federal support for NPR and PBS, the headlines read like an obituary. For decades, these institutions were the “safe” places for truth, an alternative to the screaming matches of cable news and the clickbait-driven chaos of corporate media. But if we’re honest, public broadcasting has always had a quiet vulnerability: funds come with strings. When you rely on the

Gremi
Jul 303 min read


“The Men Are in the Photos” – Will Ghislaine Maxwell’s Testimony Blow This Wide Open?
The political, legal, and moral battles over the Jeffrey Epstein files have intensified after a Wall Street Journal report revealed that Attorney General Pam Bondi and her deputy, Todd Blanche, informed President Donald Trump in May that his name appears multiple times in the Justice Department’s Epstein-related records. While being named in these files does not constitute evidence of wrongdoing, the revelation has heightened public pressure on both the Trump administration a

Analese Hartford
Jul 244 min read


Trump Administration Orders Release of 230,000 Files on MLK Assassination Amid Family’s Plea for Respect
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

Analese Hartford
Jul 232 min read


Veterans to March Through Cleveland in Silkies for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Across the country, similar events have earned strong support. Gunnar Edwards, who attended the Des Moines hike on July 12, wrote on Facebook, “If you're a veteran I highly encourage you to check out one of these events in a city near you.” He added, “Well worth the trip and new tan lines.”

Cleveland13 Staff
Jul 162 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 122 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 42 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 302 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 194 min read


Outrage Over Lenient Sentence in 2002 Death of 9-Year-Old Reece Mushrush Sparks Online Movement
The tragic death of 9-year-old Reece Mushrush, a developmentally disabled child from Lake County, Ohio, has ignited widespread outrage and a

D Heckman
Feb 283 min read


Tense Cuyahoga County Council Meeting Explodes as Pastor Is Carried Out by Deputies and Arrested
A Cuyahoga County Council meeting turned chaotic Tuesday night after the Rev. Evan Regis Bunch was forcibly removed from council chambers by

Cleveland13 Staff
Feb 133 min read


World Leaders Condemn Trump’s Plan to Occupy and Relocate Palestinians from Gaza
During a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump claimed that Palestinians “would love to leave” Gaza a

Analese Hartford
Feb 54 min read
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