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"I Tried Three Post Offices"; Americans Abroad Say Sending Mail to U.S. Is Now Nearly Impossible
One American living in France, who documented her experience on TikTok, said she was turned away at two separate La Poste locations when trying to send Halloween cards to her family in the United States. Both offices told her all mail, including letters, was barred from being sent due to new tariffs and customs rules. “They were so confident,” she said in a video posted on October 13. “They told me there was absolutely no way.”

Toni Mathews
Oct 143 min read


TSA Video Blaming Democrats Banned from Cleveland and Akron Airports
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

Analese Hartford
Oct 142 min read


Ohio Cities Step In to Fund Passenger Rail as State Lawmakers Withhold Support
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

David Jones
Oct 133 min read


Cleveland Named Homeport in New Luxury Cruise Plan with No Passports Required
The American Patriot was built in 2025 and accommodates 130 guests in 69 staterooms across five decks. Every stateroom includes a private balcony. Amenities include multiple lounges (including a Sky Lounge), two dining venues (a panoramic main restaurant and a casual café), a fitness center, elevators, a top‑deck walking area, a bow terrace, and a stabilized hull designed for smoother cruising. Cabin categories include Single Balcony, Premium / Vista Balcony (~310 sq ft), Ver

Peter Lewis
Oct 63 min read


Students Stuck at Home After Mentor Schools Cancel Over Bus Staff Outage
Mentor Schools shut down all district buildings on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, citing a wave of last-minute transportation staff absences t

David Jones
Sep 303 min read


University Heights Parking Fine Controversy Deepens as Mayor, Council Spar Over Process and Policy
A debate over parking enforcement in University Heights has ignited a broader discussion on governance, infrastructure, and how city leaders communicate with residents. While the recent hike in parking fines has drawn strong reactions from both Mayor Michael Dylan Brennan and members of City Council, it is clear that all sides share a common goal: addressing the city’s ongoing parking problems. Where they differ is in their approach and interpretation of how best to serve res

Analese Hartford
Sep 95 min read


University Heights Mayor Slams Council Over New $75 Parking Fines, Calls Ordinance “Regressive”
Mayor Michael Dylan Brennan is publicly condemning City Council’s recent decision to triple parking fines, calling the move punitive and unfair to residents with limited means. The ordinance, passed May 5, 2025, raised the cost of a standard parking ticket from $25 to $75 and includes automatic escalations if the fine is not paid within 30 or 60 days.

Analese Hartford
Sep 64 min read


Cleveland Air Show Returns with High-Speed Stunts and Military Flyovers Already Scheduled
The Cleveland National Air Show is set to return to Burke Lakefront Airport over Labor Day weekend, running August 30 through September 1, with an aerial lineup designed to thrill and awe spectators. Among the headliners are the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet, and the Red Bull Air Force, all delivering gravity-defying demonstrations.

Sandra Anderson
Jul 102 min read


TSA Ends Mandatory Shoe Removal at Airport Checkpoints Nationwide
The policy change is part of a broader Department of Homeland Security initiative aimed at improving passenger experience without compromising security. “We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience,” Noem said in a national press release. “Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this

Analese Hartford
Jul 102 min read


Is Air Travel Getting More Dangerous or Is Media Just Paying More Attention?
Despite these events, aviation experts emphasize that air travel remains exceptionally safe. Arnold Barnett, a professor of statistics at th

David Jones
Feb 212 min read


Social Media Erupts as Trump Proclaims 'Long Live the King' on Official Accounts
Public reactions to President Trump's self-designation as "the king" have been polarized. One social media user remarked, "Can you IMAGINE i

Analese Hartford
Feb 213 min read


Planes Crash at Scottsdale Airport, Killing One and Injuring Three Amid String of 2025 Aviation Disasters
The crash occurred around 2:45 p.m. local time, prompting an immediate shutdown of the airport as firefighters and first responders rushed t

Toni Mathews
Feb 114 min read


No Survivors in Midair Crash Between Black Hawk Helicopter and American Airlines Jet Near Washington DC, Officials Confirm
Among those on the plane were multiple members of the figure skating community returning from a developmental camp in Wichita. The Skating C

Analese Hartford
Jan 302 min read


Browns Stadium Move and Huntington Deal with the Haslams: What We Know Now
While Huntington has not released specific figures, looking at the marketing budgets of comparable banks offers a clue. For instance, Fifth

Marcus Donald
Oct 25, 20246 min read


Will Tesla’s Optimus Robot Change the Future, or Put Us in Danger?
The event took an unexpected turn when a group of Tesla’s humanoid Optimus robots walked into the crowd during the Robovan reveal. These rob

Jenni Adamms
Oct 13, 20243 min read


Residents Return After Styrene Leak in Cincinnati Prompts Evacuations, School Closures
Evacuations have been lifted in Cleves, a suburb of Cincinnati, following a chemical leak that led to widespread emergency response measure

Brooke Tamblin
Sep 26, 20243 min read


Emergency Vehicles at Cleveland Hopkins as Airport Holds Full-Scale Disaster Drill
During the drill, observers could see fire trucks, ambulances, EMS units, and various teams conducting rehearsals for emergency scenarios. W

Peter Lewis
Sep 25, 20242 min read


Baltimore Awakens to Bridge Collapse Tragedy; Emergency Efforts Underway
Baltimore bridge collapses after ship collision, sparking a massive rescue operation. Mayor declares state of emergency.

Joan Elloway-Nash
Mar 26, 20242 min read


Superior Crossing Ushers in a New Era for Cleveland's Public Square
The Superior Crossing project envisions a more pedestrian-friendly Public Square, with features like shared lane markings for bicyclists and

Brooke Tamblin
Mar 25, 20243 min read


The Gig Is Up: New Federal Rule Spells Change for Independent Contractors
Ride-share companies like Uber and Lyft, who have historically classified drivers as independent contractors, face significant impacts. Thes

Analese Hartford
Jan 10, 20242 min read
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