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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


New Research Finds Protein Could Be the Secret to Slowing Memory Decline According to Cleveland Clinic Doctor
Other experts in the field echo her message. Research groups such as the PROT-AGE Study Group recommend similar levels for older adults, suggesting that increased protein can help preserve muscle and physical function. Studies from Harvard and other major institutions also suggest that diets higher in protein, particularly from lean meats, eggs, and legumes, are linked to slower cognitive decline over time.

Lauren Portier
Oct 132 min read


Ten Cleveland Teens Busted in Massive Multi-Vehicle Theft Spree
The investigation, initiated by Third District detectives and supported by intelligence from the Second District, revealed that suspects were using at least two stolen vehicles to carry out the crimes. By early afternoon, detectives, aided by the Real Time Crime Center and FLOCK license plate readers, tracked the movement of the stolen vehicles across Cleveland.

D Heckman
Oct 132 min read


Unreleased Cyndi Lauper Photos Turn Up Just Before Rock Hall Honors Her in 2025 Induction
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at a landmark moment in pop culture history as part of its promotion for the upcoming 2025 induction ceremony. In a recent Facebook post, the Hall unveiled never-before-seen photos from Annie Leibovitz’s 1983 photoshoot with Cyndi Lauper, taken on Henderson Walk in Coney Island. The shoot was for the cover of Lauper’s debut album She’s So Unusual, which went on to become one of the most iconic album cove

Peter Lewis
Oct 132 min read


MISSING PERSON ALERT: Have you seen Brianis Rivera Garcia?
The Cleveland Division of Police is asking for the public’s help in locating Brianis Rivera Garcia, a 15-year-old who has been reported missing and is considered endangered. Brianis was last seen on October 11, 2025, in the 3500 block of Library Avenue. She is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 113 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
At the time she went missing, Brianis was wearing a light blue hoodie with white letters, white pajama pants with tree branches, an

Cleveland13 Staff
Oct 131 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


How Two Kent State Students Allegedly Became the Face of an $11 Million Senior Fraud Ring
According to court filings, the pair are charged with wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The criminal complaint alleges they collected cash in person from elderly victims after scammers, operating mostly remotely, convinced those victims they owed money to government agencies or needed to “correct” fraudulent charges or refund errors.

D Heckman
Oct 135 min read


Mayfield Heights Police Investigate Armed Robbery at Drake Apartments
According to the Mayfield Heights Police Department, officers responded to a report of a robbery at approximately 11:56 a.m. The victim, a 2

D Heckman
Oct 91 min read


At 40, Akron's Micaela Minner Could Be WPBL’s Most Historic Draft Pick
Minner first gained national attention as a softball player at the University of Missouri, where she helped lead her team to the 2009 Women’s College World Series. Recognized as a Team Offensive MVP and All-American nominee, she built a reputation as one of the program’s most reliable hitters.

David Jones
Oct 93 min read


Deadliest Year for Ohio Families Exposes Failures Inside Domestic Courts
Among those killed, 95 were victims and 62 were perpetrators. The total count included 82 male and 75 female decedents. Children were frequently caught in the crossfire. Eleven minors were killed and at least 92 children lost a parent to domestic violence during the reporting period. In addition, 38 percent of the cases involving children included custody disputes, and 36 percent of perpetrators were subject to a current or previous protection order at the time of the homicid

Analese Hartford
Oct 94 min read


Reddit Debate Over Tremont vs. Ohio City Exposes Real-Life Tradeoffs
Residents generally characterized Ohio City as a dense, amenity-rich neighborhood with strong transit access, while describing Tremont as quieter and more residential, offering a cozy, village-like atmosphere. However, users from both sides of the discussion agreed on two persistent issues: car break-ins and rising housing costs.

Peter Lewis
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
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