The City of Akron is notifying 6,600 water customers after routine testing detected slightly elevated levels of Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at two sites. Officials emphasize there is no immediate health risk, and the water remains safe to drink. The city is taking corrective actions, including treatment adjustments and enhanced lake management, to bring levels back into compliance. Residents in the affected areas will receive mailed notifications in the coming weeks.

Ohio county fairs are stepping up security after a 17-year-old was shot in a ‘targeted attack’ at the Summit County Fairgrounds. Medina County is debuting a mobile command unit while Cuyahoga County increases patrols. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost also ruled that fairs cannot ban guns, adding to the debate over public safety. Here’s what families need to know before heading to the fairs.

Matt Greminger is back as President of Cleveland 13 News, leading a movement that’s redefining local journalism. Ranked #3 among all Northeast Ohio news networks and voted 2nd Best Reporter in Cleveland, Matt’s return signals a bold, community-driven shift. Cleveland 13 isn’t chasing clicks or corporate narratives—we’re building a newsroom powered by truth, passion, and YOU. The future of news starts here.

Garfield Heights Police released bodycam footage after arresting an armed carjacker who stole a Corvette at gunpoint with two rifles inside. The intense video, shared by GHPD, highlights the dangers officers face and their commitment to keeping the community safe. Residents are praising the department’s swift action and bravery. Watch how officers responded to this high-risk incident and what the community is saying about their work.

Severe storms slammed Cedar Point on July 28, flooding walkways and entrances with ankle-deep water as flash flood warnings were issued for Erie County. Guests were seen splashing through puddles and wading through the flooded amusement park, while social media erupted with photos, videos, and divided reactions. Park officials confirmed water levels receded quickly, but the viral scenes of a soaked Cedar Point left visitors talking long after the storm.

Four people, including NYPD Officer Didarul Islam and Blackstone executive Wesley LePatner, were killed in the deadliest NYC shooting in 25 years after gunman Shane Tamura opened fire at a Park Avenue skyscraper before taking his own life. Investigators say Tamura, who left a suicide note alleging CTE and grievances against the NFL, intended to target the league’s headquarters but took the wrong elevator.

Regal Cinemas is celebrating the magic of Harry Potter with a “Back to Hogwarts” event that includes a sweepstakes for fans to win an exclusive Hogwarts trunk filled with themed merchandise. The promotion, which began July 1, will run through October 1, and coincides with the return of all eight Harry Potter films to theaters from August 23 to 31 for $9.75 per ticket.

A deadly ambush in Lorain left Officer Phillip Wagner dead and two fellow officers wounded, sparking an outpouring of support from the community and law enforcement across Ohio. Vigils, fundraisers, and heartfelt tributes are underway as residents honor the fallen hero and rally around the injured officers.

From a heartfelt remembrance walk at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo to Cleveland Police’s bold new podcast and historic cuts to PBS and NPR, here’s what everyone in Northeast Ohio is talking about — plus a major announcement coming from Cleveland 13 News.

The offer is available with Cedar Point’s Gold and Prestige Season Passes purchased or renewed between July 31 and Sept. 1 as part of the park’s “MVP (Most Valuable Pass) Sale.” The sale will feature the lowest pricing of the year, free parking, and bonus bring-a-friend-for-free tickets valid through the end of the 2025 season at the park where the pass is purchased. Prices increase after Sept. 1, and future Gold and Prestige Passholders will need to buy an All Park Passport

A survivor of childhood abuse, addiction, and emotional suppression, Baker spent much of her adult life appearing to function “normally” while silently carrying the weight of her trauma. It wasn’t until a conversation with her then 18-year-old son in September 2021 that she began to confront the emotional exhaustion of constantly striving to be perfect. That moment served as the catalyst for a year-long journey into deep healing, intuitive exploration, and ultimately, a compl

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

Congress’ decision to eliminate federal funding for public broadcasting has sparked concern across Northeast Ohio, where PBS and NPR stations play a key role in providing educational content, local news, and emergency alerts. In July 2025, lawmakers approved a rescissions package that cut $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), effectively terminating federal grants for PBS and NPR. The move follows Executive Order 14290, signed by President Trump on

Eight children in the United Kingdom are thriving after being conceived through a pioneering reproductive technique designed to prevent the transmission of mitochondrial diseases, researchers announced Wednesday. The results, published in The New England Journal of Medicine, are the first detailed reports on the health outcomes of children born through mitochondrial donation, commonly known as three-parent IVF.

NASA’s Curiosity rover has uncovered a discovery unlike anything previously found on Mars. During a routine drive on May 30, 2024, in the Gediz Vallis channel on Mount Sharp, the rover accidentally crushed a rock, revealing bright yellow crystals inside. Follow-up analysis using the Alpha Particle X-ray Spectrometer confirmed that the material was elemental sulfur, a form of sulfur never before detected on the Red Planet.

The Cleveland Division of Police officially launched its first podcast, Ride Along Radio, on July 18, offering residents a candid look at law enforcement and community issues. The debut episode featured Sergeant Freddy Diaz, Officer Mariah Rodriguez, and Officer Smith discussing their roles, experiences, and the goals of the new platform.

The immersive event, which draws reenactors from across the country, will highlight both military and civilian life during the Civil War era. Highlights include a full-scale reenactment of the Battle of Sailor’s Creek, cavalry demonstrations, appearances by President Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd Lincoln, and live period music from Camp Chase Fifes and Drums. “This event brings history to life in a way that people can see, hear, and feel,” said a spokesperson for the Western

A Rocky River shopper discovered a bedbug infestation at the Savers Thrift store located at 21201 Center Ridge Road on Saturday, July 12. The customer, Jamie Lynn Natole, told Cleveland 13 News that she found both an adult and a juvenile bedbug on shirts she picked up—with one crawling on her clothing as she tried it on. She reported bedbugs on her cart, purse and bag as well. Natole said she later learned through social media that others have experienced similar issues at th

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard released a previously classified House Intelligence Committee report Wednesday, reigniting controversy over the Obama administration’s handling of Russian interference in the 2016 election. The report, originally drafted in 2017 by Republicans on the committee, questioned the intelligence community’s conclusion that Russian President Vladimir Putin favored Donald J. Trump over Hillary Clinton.

Ohio has enacted sweeping legislative changes in 2025, with new laws affecting higher education, parental rights, police transparency, transgender students, and public safety. Among the most significant, Senate Bill 1, the “Advance Ohio Higher Education Act,” took effect June 27, 2025, banning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices and programs at public colleges and universities.