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Heights Music Hop Returns for 13th Year to Unleash a Soundstorm Across Cleveland Heights This Month
The festival begins Friday in the Cedar-Fairmount district with performances starting in the afternoon and running into the evening. On Saturday, the event moves to Noble Road Library and the Cedar Lee district with music starting in the morning and continuing into the night. The celebration concludes Sunday in Coventry Village, with family-friendly activities beginning in the morning and live music scheduled from noon until 6 p.m.

Sandra Anderson
Sep 92 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


Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire Roars into Cleveland This Weekend
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire roars into Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse this Friday, Sept. 5 and Saturday, Sept. 6 with three explosive performances featuring Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, HW 5-Alarm, Bone Shaker, Bigfoot, Gunkster and the all-new Skelesaurus. The schedule includes shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday, and 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday.

Jayda's Adventures
Sep 52 min read


America’s Got Talent’s Greg Morton to Headline Hilarities in Cleveland This Month
Greg Morton, the Canadian-born comedian best known for his rapid-fire “Star Wars” impressions and a semifinalist run on Season 14 of America’s Got Talent, is returning to Cleveland for another high-energy set at Hilarities on 4th Street. His visit continues a long-standing relationship with the city, where he’s performed to sold-out crowds since the early 2000s.

Gremi
Sep 44 min read


Jet Speed, Inverted Flight, and Zero Room for Error as Cleveland 13 Talks with Major Jeff
The power of the jet, the silence in the cockpit, the rush of inverted flight at 500 miles per hour, Major Jeff Downie lives it every time he takes to the skies as Thunderbird No. 5. During this year’s Cleveland National Air Show, Cleveland 13’s Gremi got exclusive access to the pilot behind one of the most adrenaline-fueled roles in aerial demonstration.

Cleveland13 Staff
Aug 313 min read


Helicopter Goes Full Inverted Over Cleveland in Death-Defying Stunts at Cleveland National Air Show
Before taking off, Fitzgerald met with Cleveland 13’s Gremi at the Red Bull helicopter for an exclusive pre-show look. He opened the chopper for a full tour, giving viewers a glimpse inside the aircraft engineered to perform extreme maneuvers. “It’s an incredible machine,” Gremi said after getting inside. “The way Aaron controls it in the sky is something you have to see to believe.”

Gremi
Aug 312 min read


Behind the Scenes with Kim Dell, the Woman Who Brings Cleveland’s Skies to Life for the Cleveland Air Show
For Executive Director Kim Dell, Cleveland’s premier Labor Day weekend event is not just a job, it’s a year-round mission. As the force behind the Cleveland National Air Show, Dell orchestrates one of the most complex and thrilling spectacles in the region, all while juggling planning, logistics, marketing, and coordination with the world’s top aviation talent.

Gremi
Aug 312 min read


Cleveland Reporter Goes Airborne to Bring Viewers Inside the Action at the 2025 Cleveland Air Show
Thanks to unprecedented access, Cleveland 13 was embedded with the teams, performers, organizers, and aircraft that brought Labor Day weekend to life in one of the most thrilling air shows in the country. This wasn't just a show, it was a behind-the-scenes pass into what it takes to defy gravity, command the skies, and deliver a performance packed with speed, skill, and spectacle.

Cleve-It To Us
Aug 313 min read


Driver Hits Teen Near Mentor High, Student Dragged Under Vehicle
In the hours following the incident, community members voiced strong concerns online, pointing to the heavy foot traffic in the area and a long-standing frustration over insufficient pedestrian protections. Several residents emphasized that students have repeatedly been placed at risk during their commute to school and called for changes to road infrastructure or crossing enforcement. One local resident said, “We’ve been talking about student safety in that area for years.”

D Heckman
Aug 272 min read


Big Comfy Couch Explodes Back into Pop Culture With 30th Anniversary Drop
Alyson Court, who played Loonette, continues to be both an ambassador and a guardian of the show’s memory. In a recent interview, she shared that she owns one of the original couches from the touring mall shows, though it does not fit in her home and is currently in storage. She elaborated “When people see that, I would say about 40 percent will end up in tears. They don’t even know why they’re having this emotional moment. They’re like ‘I’m just having this childhood thing r

Cleveland13 Staff
Aug 272 min read


Akron Filmmaker’s Documentary on Alfred McMoore Featured in Upcoming Museum Exhibition
Todd, who works at NASA in Cleveland as a video producer, animator, and illustrator, said the project began when his friend Chuck Auerbach approached him during the production of his TV show Arts Quest, which aired on Time Warner’s NEON network. “Chuck reached out to me while I was producing my TV show Arts Quest, which used to air on Time Warner’s NEON network, thinking Alfred’s story would make for an excellent feature,” Todd said. “After we got to talking, I realized this

Peter Lewis
Aug 252 min read


Stock Market Explodes as Fed Chair Confirms What Many Feared; Tariffs Are Already Raising Your Bills
Powell also addressed the economic impact of tariffs, saying the costs are being borne by U.S. consumers and businesses rather than foreign countries. “The effects of tariffs on consumer prices are now clearly visible,” he said. “We expect those effects to accumulate over coming months, with high uncertainty about both timing and amounts.” He explained that tariffs take time to move through supply chains, meaning Americans may see higher costs gradually rather than all at onc

Analese Hartford
Aug 252 min read


Ghislaine Maxwell Denies Epstein Client List and Defends Trump and Clinton in Secret DOJ Tapes
The two-day interview in Florida was conducted by then–Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, who also previously served as Donald Trump’s personal lawyer. Blanche pressed Maxwell on whether Epstein maintained what has often been referred to as a “black book” of associates. “There is no list. We’ll start with that,” Maxwell said. Blanche underscored the point, stating, “There is no list, there is no client list, nothing like that,” with Maxwell replying, “There’s nothing.”

Analese Hartford
Aug 253 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


This Week's Top News in Northeast Ohio; From Lanternflies to Alien Spacecraft, and a Farewell to Judge Caprio
Spotted lanternflies are spreading fast across Ohio with experts urging action to stop them before egg season. The nation is mourning Judge Frank Caprio, the “Nicest Judge in the World,” who died at 88. A Harvard scientist says mysterious space object 3I/ATLAS may not be a comet and is pushing NASA to investigate. And Jayda Marie is wrapping up summer with parasailing, waterparks and family adventures only on Cleveland 13.

Denise Zarrella
Aug 232 min read


This Cleveland Adventure Lets You Fly Over Lake Erie and It’s Unreal
Take flight 400 feet above Lake Erie with Cleveland’s own Great Lakes Watersports. This downtown parasailing experience offers stunning skyline views, smooth takeoffs and landings, and a unique way to see the city like never before. Open to ages 5 to 80, flights start at $80 and are led by a certified crew focused on safety and fun. Discover why parasailing over Cleveland is the ultimate summer adventure for locals and visitors alike.

Jayda's Adventures
Aug 232 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


Harvard Astrophysicist Doubles Down on Alien Craft Theory as 3I/ATLAS Keeps Defying Science
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb is urging NASA to redirect spacecraft toward interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which continues to defy explanation months after discovery. With its strange glow, precise trajectory, and potential to be an alien probe, the object has reignited debate over extraterrestrial life. Scientists are calling for urgent imaging as public interest and disclosure speculation grow ahead of its December 19 flyby.

Jenni Adamms
Aug 213 min read


The Lanternfly Outbreak Is Exploding Across Ohio and It Looks Like It's Going to Get Even Worse
Spotted lanternflies are rapidly spreading across Ohio, with new infestations confirmed in five additional counties in 2025. Cleveland, especially downtown and lakefront areas, is seeing a surge in adult pests. State officials warn the situation may worsen as the season continues. Learn how residents are fighting back and what actions the Ohio Department of Agriculture recommends to control the spread of this invasive species.

David Jones
Aug 213 min read
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