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The Humor, Heart & Honesty of Asking for What You Need; A Talk with Paul Quinn
Drawing on insights from interviews with more than 80 individuals, including celebrities, CEOs, and everyday people, Quinn examines the psychological and emotional barriers that prevent people from asking for what they truly want. He focuses on how upbringing, societal expectations, and internalized fear often stop individuals from pursuing honest communication and self-fulfillment.

Karen Moss-Hale
Oct 93 min read


Fugitive Teen Murder Suspect Indicted After Shocking Execution at Local Deli, Still on the Run
The shooting occurred around 7:00 p.m. at or near the E 185th Deli on East 185th Street. Video released by the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office shows King driving a stolen vehicle to the deli, entering and walking through the aisles, then exiting. Meanwhile, Stegall is seen approaching the deli from the parking lot. The surveillance footage indicates the two met at the deli entrance, exchanged words, and then King turned and shot Stegall in the back of the head. King then

D Heckman
Oct 92 min read


Cleveland Cavaliers and Wendy’s Team Up to Give Away Free Frostys During Cavalanche Scoring Surges
The Cleveland Cavaliers and Wendy’s are joining forces for the 2025-26 NBA season in a hometown partnership that promises to blend basketball thrills with a classic Ohio dessert. Wendy’s is now the presenting partner of the Cavaliers’ Cavalanche, a scoring phenomenon that turns into a gameday celebration both inside Rocket Arena and across Northeast Ohio.

David Jones
Oct 92 min read


Ex-Ohio Cop, 25-Year-Old Max Arnett, Killed in Action While Volunteering with Ukrainian Military
He began his service as a reserve officer in New Philadelphia before moving into full-time police work in Sugarcreek, Dover, and Kent, Ohio. Arnett joined the Kent Police Department in early 2024 and served there for just over a year before leaving in March 2025. A public statement issued by the Kent Police Department indicated that Arnett had become increasingly affected by the war in Ukraine and made the personal decision to leave his post in order to support Ukraine’s defe

Cleveland13 Staff
Oct 83 min read


Woman Found Deceased Behind Dumpster in Cleveland After Man Seen Leaving Alone
A woman was found unconscious behind a dumpster Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of East 128th Street and Buckeye Road, according to initial witness accounts.
Witnesses stated they saw a man and the woman walk behind the dumpster together, but only the man returned from behind it. The condition of the woman has not been officially confirmed.

Melvin Crockett
Oct 81 min read


Nate Bargatze Crushes Rocket Arena Record With Over 29,000 Tickets Sold Across Two Shows
The previous two-show ticket sales record at the downtown Cleveland venue was set in 2015 by Kevin Hart. Bargatze’s achievement comes just months after comedian Shane Gillis set the single-night comedy attendance record at Rocket Arena in April 2025, with over 19,000 tickets sold.

Sandra Anderson
Oct 82 min read


Drone Ohio Unleashes Stunning Visuals of Chagrin Falls Bridge Resurrection; Nearing Completion After $8M Overhaul
Built originally in 1857 and widened in 1886 and again in 1928, the Main Street bridge has long been a defining historic landmark in Chagrin Falls. After years of wear and inspection findings indicating deterioration such as voids in mortar joints, exposed reinforcing, and concrete deck cracks, the Cuyahoga County Department of Public Works initiated a major rehabilitation project in early 2024.

Sandra Anderson
Oct 83 min read


Cleveland Police Crack Down on Stolen Cars, Arrest Multiple Juveniles in Ongoing Operation
The Cleveland Division of Police has arrested several juveniles and identified a 20-year-old suspect in a string of stolen vehicle and car break-in operations across the city’s Second District between October 3 and October 7, 2025, according to multiple police press releases.

D Heckman
Oct 82 min read


Ohio Activists Target Early Voting Sites to Push Property Tax Repeal Petition
Election officials interviewed across several counties confirmed that as of mid‑October 2025, they had not logged any formal complaints against petition circulators operating near BOE locations during early voting. Several said they monitor for potential encroachment on the 100‑foot zone, but that enforcement is largely reactive.

Analese Hartford
Oct 83 min read


Mentor Mom Says Pit Bull “Took Her Daughter’s Face Off” in Vicious Attack
No formal charges have been announced. The case remains under investigation and the Mentor Police Department is coordinating with the Lake County Dog Warden to determine whether criminal charges will apply. The dog has been placed in quarantine in compliance with state law.

D Heckman
Oct 72 min read


Rediscovered Home Videos Earn Filmmaker Major Documentary Award
Geovana Pimentel, a filmmaker and photographer from Recife, Brazil, has been named Best Short Documentary winner at the 2025 Midwest Slam Fest for her autobiographical short film My Mother Bought a Camera. The festival, based in Franklin, Ohio, highlights short independent films with a focus on bold, socially resonant topics. Pimentel relocated to Los Angeles in 2023 to expand her career in visual storytelling, bringing with her a background in film studies from the Universid

Joan Elloway-Nash
Oct 72 min read


Toilet Paper Prank Leads to Menacing and Reckless Driving Charges in Upper Arlington
The incident occurred on the evening of September 5, 2025, but police said they were not called to the scene at the time. “No 911 calls or service requests were made that night,” the city’s official statement noted. Investigators opened a case only after the video began circulating on social media in the days that followed.

D Heckman
Oct 73 min read


Sandusky’s Lake Erie Fear Fest Returns with Bone-Chilling New Attractions
Guests start their night on the waters of Lake Erie, donning ponchos before boarding a haunted boat that offers both jump scares and unexpected splashes. The chilling journey continues through a series of themed haunts, each with its own immersive atmosphere. Visitors move from pitch-black corridors to elaborately staged sets where live actors deliver frights at every turn.

Jayda's Adventures
Oct 72 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


Nostalgic Train Rides This Holiday Season in Northeast Ohio and Tickets Just Went on Sale
CVSR operates along 26 miles of track between Independence and Akron, offering vintage rail excursions year-round through the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Riders can board at three primary stations; Rockside in Independence, Peninsula Depot, and Akron Northside; with free parking and a recommendation to arrive 45 minutes early.

Brooke Tamblin
Oct 72 min read


Inside the Cleveland Film Everyone Will Be Talking About This Holiday, and the Museum Exhibit That Proves It
The cast includes Martin Sheen, Dennis Haysbert, June Squibb, Stacy Keach, Loretta Devine, Liza Weil, Jon Lovitz, Jeff Hiller, Dot-Marie Jones, Mark L. Walberg and more. Since its debut at the Newport Beach Film Festival in October 2024, the movie has experienced a streak of sold-out screenings. It was the first film in the festival’s history to require a second showing due to high demand. When it screened at the Cleveland International Film Festival this spring, it shattered

Gremi
Oct 64 min read


Family Farm Owner Devastated as $6,000 in Pumpkins Stolen from His Ohio Farm Just Before Halloween
Dunlap estimates the theft to be worth more than $6,000. The stolen pumpkins were not random selections but specifically his “very best” large, high-quality pumpkins with long, sturdy stems that typically command premium prices in the seasonal agritourism market. The pumpkins were grown for retail and decorative use during October, a time when small farms like his generate a significant portion of their yearly income.

D Heckman
Oct 63 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


Statewide Ohio Prostitution Sting Takes Down 135 Suspects; Shocking List Includes Clergy and Educators
In late September, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced the results of 'Operation Next Door', a coordinated statewide law enforcement sting targeting human trafficking and prostitution. The multiagency operation, involving more than 100 local, state, and federal entities, resulted in the arrest of 135 individuals on charges ranging from solicitation to more serious offenses like promoting prostitution and seeking sex with minors.

D Heckman
Oct 63 min read


CSU Shuts Down Student Radio Overnight, Hands Control to Ideastream
Cleveland State University on Oct. 3 ended nearly five decades of student- and volunteer-led programming on WCSB (89.3 FM) and entered a par

David Jones
Oct 62 min read
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