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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
4 hours ago2 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
4 hours ago2 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
4 hours ago3 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
5 hours ago2 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
6 hours ago3 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
7 hours ago2 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
1 day ago4 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
1 day ago3 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
1 day ago3 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
1 day ago3 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
1 day ago2 min read


Medina County’s Overdose Prevention Effort Triggers Online Firestorm
The announcement on social media quickly gained traction, with hundreds of comments reflecting sharp divisions within the community. Support

D Heckman
1 day ago2 min read


There’s No Federal Wage Increase. Instead, State-Led Hikes Tell the Real Story
More than 20 states and dozens of localities across the U.S. raised their minimum wages this year, while the federal minimum wage remains

Analese Hartford
1 day ago3 min read


McDonald’s Brings Back Monopoly Game with $471 Million in Prizes and Fraud-Proof Rules
The relaunch also reflects broader shifts in consumer behavior and brand engagement. By integrating the game into its mobile app, McDonald’s

Cleveland13 Staff
1 day ago3 min read


New Warnings from Top Doctors About Overscheduled Children
Free play, long recognized as vital to childhood development, is increasingly sidelined in favor of structured programming. Medical professi

Lauren Portier
Sep 303 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


Shocking 3I/ATLAS Theories Debunked; NASA Scientists Set The Record Straight
For scientists, the object represents a rare and valuable opportunity. Interstellar bodies are difficult to detect, and each provides new data on material originating from outside the solar system. Researchers hope that coordinated observations from Hubble, Gemini, the James Webb Space Telescope, and ground-based facilities will soon yield definitive answers about 3I/ATLAS’s makeup and behavior.

Jenni Adamms
Sep 253 min read


New Sweet & Sassy Salon in Lyndhurst Turns Every Girl Into a Princess
One of its signature offerings, the Diva for a Day package, includes a shampoo, haircut, blow-out or braid, manicure, pedicure, facial, and shimmery makeup. Other options include the Head-to-Toe Princess package, which features a hairstyle along with a manicure and pedicure, and the Ultimate Spa Package that adds additional treatments. In September, the salon is running promotions with $10 specials on select services on designated days.

Jayda's Adventures
Sep 252 min read


Cleveland Charter Schools Rank Among Ohio’s Best in 2025 Report
Several Cleveland-area charter schools are being recognized for outstanding academic progress in the 2024–2025 Ohio Department of Education report card released on September 15. Cleveland Arts and Social Sciences Academy (CASSA) emerged as one of the top performers, earning a Performance Index score of 92.8, ranking seventh among all charter schools in Ohio and second in Cuyahoga County. The school also received a 5-star Progress rating for the third consecutive year.

David Jones
Sep 252 min read


Cleveland Clinic Responds to Recent Tragedies, Says Violent Videos on Social Media Are Fueling Anxiety
Childs explained that it is normal to feel upset after watching a violent video and strongly advises against rewatching the same footage or seeking out similar content. Instead, she encourages people to take a break from social media and redirect their attention toward positive activities such as going outside, playing uplifting music, watching a favorite television show or spending time with friends and family.

Lauren Portier
Sep 122 min read
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