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Retired Detective Alleges Botched Investigation in 2012 Death of Parma Paralegal
A retired Cuyahoga County detective and a new investigative summary are challenging the official account of Dawn Pasela’s 2012 death in Parma. The report alleges key evidence was missed, raises questions about the timeline and claims Pasela feared threats as she prepared to testify about alleged prosecutorial misconduct. Her family continues to push for a new investigation.

D Heckman
8 hours ago3 min read


Euclid's Jellybeanville Keeps 65-Year Easter Tradition Alive One Egg at a Time
The display, located in a residential yard in Euclid, is rebuilt from scratch each year with a completely new design. Kaselak begins planning shortly after Christmas, sketching layouts, purchasing new inflatables, and carefully color-coordinating thousands of eggs. He spends the winter months assembling and stringing the decorations before installing everything roughly two weeks ahead of Easter.

Brooke Sullivan
Apr 33 min read


FAN EXPO Cleveland 2026 Brought Celebrities, Cosplay and Community Together at Convention Center
For three days in last week, downtown Cleveland transformed into a living, breathing celebration of pop culture as FAN EXPO Cleveland returned to the Huntington Convention Center. Thousands of fans filled the convention halls March 13 through March 15, creating a weekend packed with celebrity appearances, elaborate cosplay, charity outreach, and the kind of spontaneous moments that only happen when comic books, movies, television, gaming and fantasy all collide in one place.

Cleveland13 Staff
Mar 165 min read


SHE’S LIVE! Hollie Strano Joins the Ninja Turtles for an Epic First Forecast at Fan Expo
She got right into the thick of it, reporting live from the expo floor and introducing herself to the Cleveland 13 family. You could hear the genuine excitement in her voice when she talked about why she chose this network as her new home. She’s always been about heart and community, and she told the crowd that the vision behind Cleveland 13 is exactly why she wanted to be back on our screens. It wasn’t just a weather report; it felt like a long-overdue catch-up with an old f

Cleveland13 Staff
Mar 133 min read


Cleveland-Area Golfers Ditch the Weather for High-Tech Indoor Simulator Experience at X-Golf
Golfers in Northeast Ohio are finding a way to play year-round at X-Golf, an indoor golf simulator facility with multiple locations across the region, including Broadview Heights. The venue combines high-tech golf simulators, instruction from a PGA professional, food and drinks, and event space designed for casual players, leagues and private gatherings.

Nikkie Brown
Mar 122 min read


Emma Lyons on Why Women Must Stop Listening to the Voice That Tears Them Down
Emma Lyons has a blunt name for the voice that tells so many women they are not enough. It is not intuition, she says. It is not protection. It is not even a misunderstood part of the self asking to be soothed. Lyons calls it the “inner narcissist,” a shame-driven internal voice that keeps women doubting themselves, shrinking themselves and, in many cases, mistaking self-punishment for self-awareness.

Karen Moss-Hale
Mar 114 min read


Obama’s UFO Clarification, Brutal New Sport and Ice Cream Cutlets Shock Listeners in Cleveland Podcast
The latest weekly update of “What in the World w/ Paul Seaburn,” produced in conjunction with Cleveland 13 News, delivered another roundup of odd, bizarre and quirky headlines from around the globe, continuing its mission to present unusual news stories in fun and relatable ways. The broadcast opened with host Paul Seaburn setting the tone for the long running program. “Real news, sometimes strange, always funny. That's our motto,” he said, describing the show’s focus on offb

Karen Moss-Hale
Feb 243 min read


“What in the World?” Podcast Debuts with Pizza Catastrophes and Snowball Warfare
The episode opened with global culinary curiosities, including Pizza Hut Japan’s controversial “Handy Melt” a one-handed pizza stuffed with cheese and Kit Kats. Despite backlash, the sugary monstrosity returned this year with a strawberry upgrade, infuriating pizza purists worldwide. “You walk down the street with something like that in New York City, they'll run you out of town,” Seaburn quipped during the segment.

Karen Moss-Hale
Feb 43 min read


Anti-ICE Protests Erupt Across Northeast Ohio in Organized School Campus Walkouts
Students at multiple Northeast Ohio school campuses walked out of classes Thursday afternoon to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions and federal immigration enforcement policies, joining a broader wave of youth‑led demonstrations that began earlier this week. Walk‑outs at Glenville High School, John Hay High School, the John Marshall Campus, Wickliffe High School, Cleveland School of the Arts, Cleveland Heights–University Heights schools, Facing History New Tec

David Jones
Jan 223 min read


Lost & Found in Cleveland AGAIN? Another Look Points Out Key Elements That Make This Film an Instant Classic
Among the cast, Dennis Haysbert delivers a performance that many audiences have described as deeply personal and emotionally layered. According to production sources, Haysbert accepted the role immediately after reading the script, calling it the role he had always wanted to play. That knowledge adds dimension to his portrayal of Marty Anderson, a postal worker navigating long‑unspoken hopes and shifting expectations.

Gremi
Nov 10, 20254 min read


Overnight Fire Contained by Cleveland Firefighters on St. Clair Avenue
Flames were seen coming from the attic, and firefighters quickly brought the situation under control. The estimated damage is $500,000. No injuries were reported, though the American Red Cross was called to assist one adult male.

Melvin Crockett
Oct 27, 20252 min read


Cleveland Turns Out Big for Taste of Pinecrest, Raising $30K for Cancer Services for The Gathering Place
The inaugural event, which quickly sold out of its 1,000 available tickets, featured 17 local restaurant and entertainment vendors spread across Pinecrest’s open-air plaza. Food and drink samples, live entertainment, and immersive experiences gave guests a chance to taste, sip, and celebrate the best of Cleveland’s dining scene while supporting a critical cause. “We sold out so quickly,” Liberati added. “We couldn’t have raised $30,000 without the community.”

Gremi
Oct 20, 20254 min read


Shirley Novack Escapes 25-Year Marriage and Becomes Bestselling Author at 76
During the pandemic, Novack fulfilled a lifelong dream by writing her first book, a historical fiction novel based loosely on her father's life. Her father, a Holocaust survivor, endured significant trauma, including being raped as a child while living in a brothel before immigrating to the United States. She drew on that legacy to create her debut novel, which received mostly five-star reviews. “I wrote without an outline. I just wrote every day,” she said.

Karen Moss-Hale
Sep 25, 20253 min read


The Man Who Remembers Every Day of His Life Shares His Perspective. The Frank Healy Story
Healy describes his condition as a mixed blessing. On one hand, he never needs to consult a calendar, and he vividly recalls pleasant experiences. On the other, he also relives the emotional weight of negative memories. “I now only remember my first kiss. I remember everyone,” he says, underscoring the persistence of emotional detail in his recollections.

Karen Moss-Hale
Sep 15, 20253 min read


“I Thought I Was Dying”: CEO's Wake-Up Call Came from Beyond the Grave. A Conversation with Sara Byers
Sara Byers spent more than 20 years as a CEO, juggling leadership roles on multiple boards, community initiatives, and motherhood, all while hiding a lifelong battle with anxiety. Her transformation from corporate executive to a spiritually guided writer and podcaster began in 2021 after an unexpected and deeply personal experience forced her to confront what she had long ignored: herself.

Karen Moss-Hale
Sep 9, 20253 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 4, 20254 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 31, 20252 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 31, 20252 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 31, 20253 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 25, 20253 min read
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