Down on the flight line at Burke Lakefront Airport, the air vibrates with jet exhaust, the sharp whistle of APU starts, and the unmistakable hum of ground-crew focus. Before the U.S. Navy Blue Angels ever launch into their signature low-altitude passes over Lake Erie, an army of elite maintainers owns the tarmac. Among them is Aviation Electronics Technician Second Class (AW) Courtney Thompson, who serves as a dedicated Crew Chief for Blue Angel Number 5; the team’s Lead Solo

If you’ve spent any time near downtown Cleveland this weekend, you haven’t just heard the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, you’ve felt them rattling your chest. That deep, thundering roar vibrating off the lakefront and echoing between the downtown skyscrapers is the unmistakable soundtrack to Labor Day weekend on the North Coast. Over the next three days, hundreds of thousands of spectators will line the shores of Lake Erie and pack Burke Lakefront Airport with their eyes locked firml

Rahim Mason, known as S.T. Maverick, is redefining Cleveland’s literary scene by crafting children’s stories in the rare moments between two jobs and fatherhood. With grassroots marketing and a commitment to youth education, Mason’s works blend fantasy, suspense, and cultural lessons. Discover how his journey from childhood storytelling to published author inspires the next generation to value their creative skills.

The bakery has been operating for just over a year and has steadily grown through community recommendations rather than traditional advertising. Coumos said she rarely participates in markets, instead relying on customers to spread the word. She recently handed out cookies, business cards, and coupons during the city's Flag Day parade, helping introduce more residents to the business. Flower Child Bakery is open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., while customers can also pl

While children around the world leave cookies and milk for Santa, Kenny from Corky and Lenny's deli in Cleveland always leaves a warm corned