As Scripps confirms 431 workforce reductions, Cleveland 13's founder reflects on what local newsroom layoffs really mean for reporters, coverage and the future of community news. The piece also lays out why Cleveland 13 was built for a digital-first era and what that could mean as legacy TV operations face sweeping change.

Futureland’s latest Media Day put Cleveland’s growing startup and creative economy front and center, building momentum for a free November takeover event aimed at connecting students, entrepreneurs and industry leaders. With thousands reached and millions deployed, the organization is positioning itself as a major force in the city’s evolving business landscape.

Shooters Cleveland is gearing up for a packed Halloween weekend with a three-night lineup featuring Mariah the Scientist, Quavo and jigitz. The West Bank venue is betting big on star power as it pushes to cement its place in Cleveland nightlife during one of the city’s busiest party weekends.

Another round of vehicle break-ins has rattled Cleveland’s West Side after multiple cars were damaged in an apartment complex parking lot. Residents say the cost of repairs is piling up, and the latest incident adds to a troubling pattern that has stretched across nearby neighborhoods for more than a year.

A record-breaking Great Lakes cruise season delivered far more than expected in 2026, topping forecasts with $310 million in economic impact, 25,000 passengers and 880 port visits. Tourism leaders say demand keeps rising as more ships and new destinations reshape the region’s travel economy.

Weighted blankets are everywhere online, with bold claims about better sleep and lower anxiety. In this episode of Viral vs. Verified, the science gets a closer look. Some studies show promising results, but the full picture is more complicated than the hype suggests.

High-protein coffee, cereal and snacks are flooding store shelves, but the viral proteinmaxxing trend may be overselling the benefits. Research shows muscle gains level off after a certain point, and loading up on extra protein will not keep boosting results. The bigger surprise may be what is hiding in many of those high-protein products.

A hazardous chemical release at a Toledo transport facility forced nearly 1,000 residents from their homes and raised fresh concerns across northern Ohio. Officials say air monitoring remains critical as investigators work to stabilize the scene and determine what caused the leak.

Sleepmaxxing has turned bedtime into a high-stakes ritual of trackers, supplements and social media-fueled hacks. Experts say the obsession with perfect sleep may be missing the one thing that actually works: consistency. As flashy gadgets and viral routines take over, the real path to better rest may be far less complicated.

Nestlé plans to close its Solon factory by the end of 2027, shifting production to South Carolina and impacting hundreds of workers. The move ends nearly 60 years of manufacturing at a site tied to one of Northeast Ohio’s best-known food businesses, while the company’s research and corporate operations in Solon remain in place.

A longtime Fairmount Circle favorite is shutting its doors. After more than 24 years, the locally operated Ben & Jerry’s in University Heights is closing, leaving behind decades of birthday parties, student traditions and family memories that turned a neighborhood ice cream shop into something much bigger.

Weighted vests are everywhere online, promising fat burn, muscle gains and stronger bones. The science tells a more complicated story. While the added load can boost workout intensity, experts say the viral trend may not deliver the dramatic results many people expect.

A long-running viral claim about hot sauce and longevity has more scientific backing than many people realize. A major study found people who ate spicy food frequently had a lower risk of death, but researchers say the story is more complicated than a simple life-extension hack.

Who catches a court mistake before families live with the consequences? Cleveland 13’s expanding investigation examines records from three Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations cases involving Judge Colleen Ann Reali. An appeals court identified a legal error but upheld a protection order, another case contains conflicting accounts of who was protected, and a third shows substantial judicial revision. Together, they raise urgent questions about how court findings are checked and

Ice water, humming and cold plunges are all over social media as instant fixes for stress, but the science tells a more complicated story. While slow breathing can help regulate the body’s stress response, experts say many so-called vagus nerve hacks are being oversold online.

People who knew Frank through different corners of Northeast Ohio have been telling us what that welcome meant. A former employee remembered Frank giving him his first bartending job. Neighbors remembered a friendly presence close at hand. People who sat behind him at Cavs games remembered the smile and the joy he brought to the arena. A man traveled across the state as soon as he learned Frank had died. When asked how he knew Frank, he answered, “Who doesn’t know Frank? Who

For years, gym-goers feared creatine might cost them their hair. A new 2025 randomized trial is now challenging that belief after researchers tracked real signs of balding, not just hormone levels. The findings could reshape one of fitness culture’s most persistent rumors.

Police responded Friday to a shooting at Piada Italian Street Food on Mayfield Road, where a Cleveland 13 News reporter observed a large law enforcement presence, police tape, an ambulance leaving the scene and a crowd gathered outside the restaurant. The response centered on the Piada location at 6075 Mayfield Road in Mayfield Heights on Oct. 2. A Cleveland 13 News reporter was at the scene and recorded video as officers continued working around the restaurant. Multiple poli

Whole-body vibration machines are exploding across social media with promises of fat loss, detox benefits and gym-free results. A closer look at the science shows a far more limited reality, with some benefits for balance and mobility but serious warnings for certain users. Here is what the evidence actually says before you step on a plate.

Ohio is moving to end mandatory E-Check testing in seven Northeast Ohio counties after federal regulators found the Cleveland region now meets ozone standards. The catch: drivers are not off the hook yet. The state still needs U.S. EPA approval, meaning testing stations, kiosks and registration requirements remain in place for now.

The wellness trend drawing laughs online may have real medical benefits. Experts say a short walk after meals can help move gas through the digestive system and reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes. The science is straightforward, and even a light stroll could make a measurable difference.

Cedar Point’s HalloWeekends is back with family-friendly daytime fun, nighttime scare zones and a major new draw for 2026: Diablo: The Infernal Path. Guests can expect haunted mazes, themed food and long waits on peak nights as the park shifts into full Halloween mode.

A viral sleep trend promising better breathing and less snoring is drawing fresh scrutiny. Experts say mouth taping may help some people, but the science is thin and the risks can be serious for those with blocked nasal passages or underlying conditions. The bigger warning: a TikTok wellness fix may be masking a real health issue.

The Cleveland Orchestra canceled its Thursday night performance after musicians and their union walked off the job, setting off a high-stakes labor standoff at one of America’s most prestigious orchestras. Salary demands remain at the center of the dispute, and at least one other performance has already been scrapped.

There is an expectation inside every courtroom that does not require much explanation. That people are expected to tell the truth. Witnesses swear to it, litigants sign affidavits under oath, attorneys can face serious consequences for knowingly misleading the court, and judges routinely determine whether someone’s explanation is credible by comparing their words against documents, recordings and testimony.

A viral trend claims puffiness, fatigue and weight gain mean your cortisol is out of control. Cleveland health experts say the reality is far more complicated and warn that influencers are turning hormone fears into a market for unregulated fixes. Here is what doctors say people should actually watch for before trusting the mirror or a TikTok diagnosis.

Hilary Duff is headed back to Northeast Ohio for the first time in nearly 20 years, bringing her expanded Lucky Me Tour to Rocket Arena. The Cleveland stop is part of a major global rollout after surging demand abroad, and fans hoping to score seats will face a tightly controlled presale process.

Official Cuyahoga County Board of Elections records show “Colleen Reali” signing into the Board of Elections at 1:21 p.m. that same afternoon, January 12th, and signing out at 1:33 p.m. The election records also show that January 12th was the day Reali filed her candidacy paperwork seeking another six-year term. The Board of Elections currently lists the November 3, 2026 general-election candidate information through its official candidate's page. Board of Election Sign-In Sh

A new interactive map from Birdfy is giving backyard birders a front-row seat to hummingbird migration as peak season begins. Powered by AI-driven hardware and real-time sightings, the tool connects local feeder visits to a much bigger cross-country journey, turning everyday birdwatching into something far more revealing.

Steam power, vintage tractors and 19th-century baseball are set to take over Sugarcreek as the Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum prepares for its Fall Steam Festival. With free admission, locomotive rides and popular roundhouse tours that often sell out, the weekend promises a rare step back in time.

The Supreme Court has stopped the Trump administration from moving forward with a controversial USPS mail ballot rule ahead of the midterms, keeping state election laws in place for now. The 7-2 decision leaves a major legal fight unresolved and could shape how far federal power reaches in future elections.

Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet is coming back to the big screen in Cleveland with a live music experience built around the film's unforgettable 1990s soundtrack. The 30th anniversary tour stops at Severance Music Center in January 2027, blending the full movie with live vocals, a DJ, and a hybrid rock-orchestral ensemble.

A graduation ceremony at Cleveland’s Crossroads Men’s Crisis Center will spotlight men who completed a demanding residential program aimed at breaking homelessness. After months of sobriety, job training and mental health support, each graduate is leaving with a plan for housing and employment, turning a moment of crisis into a shot at lasting stability.

Smartwatches track everything from steps to stress, but which numbers actually matter for a longer, healthier life? A Cleveland exercise physiologist says many users are focusing on the wrong metrics and missing the trends that truly signal future health and independence.

A Northeast Ohio couple is turning their wedding into a major fundraising mission. Instead of traditional gifts, Jon Kozesky and Amber Toth hope to raise $100,000 for local families facing pediatric cancer, with young survivors standing beside them on their big day. The effort shines a spotlight on the crushing financial toll of childhood cancer and the charity now central to their lives.

A Cleveland 13 investigation into Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court uncovers systemic questions of power, political influence, and unchecked discretion. Backed by insider whistleblowers, audio recordings, and court records, the findings reach far beyond one former judge. Join the Cuyahoga County Family Court Accountability Project rally outside the courthouse this October, followed by the premiere of our full investigative exposé. Read the evidence and decide for yours

BlueWater Chamber Orchestra is launching its 2026-27 season with an ambitious program that moves from Renaissance-inspired experimentation to a haunting World War II-era elegy. With flutist Anthony Trionfo featured and Daniel Meyer leading, the opening night at Church of the Covenant promises a striking blend of virtuosity, history and emotion.

About 500 motorcycles were registered in downtown Cleveland on Sunday, Sept. 13, for the 18th annual Cops Ride, bringing law enforcement officers, retirees, motorcycle groups and supporters together to honor four Ohio officers who died in the line of duty and to support the families they left behind. "It's a brotherhood. It's a camaraderie. We're here to support all those that gave the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty," Rick, a retired Solon police officer who served fo

Cleveland Heights is set to host its first Cleveland Frocktails event, bringing sewists, knitters, quilters and other makers together for an afternoon of handmade fashion, drinks and community. Organized by designer Dru Thompson, the event gives the region’s creative scene a new platform to connect in person and show off original work.

Twenty-five years later, Jody Hagemann still remembers the name of the stranger who helped her get home from Cleveland: Bob Mengert. He had been sitting behind her on the plane, and the two still reach out to each other every September 11. Some people enter your life under circumstances so unusual that they never quite become strangers again. She remembers the hotel where they waited, the rental car, the frantic phone calls, the long drive west before they could finally turn

Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood is preparing for its first Boricua Block Party, a full-day celebration of Puerto Rican culture at Clark Field. Organizers say the event will bring live music, traditional food, dance performances, vendors and community pride together in one space, marking a major moment for local families and businesses.

Longtime airshow fans remember the legendary Eagles Aerobatic Team led by aviation icons Charlie Hillard, Tom Poberezny, and Gene Soucy, who flew together for more than two decades before making their final Cleveland appearance in 1995. Thirty-one years later, the NextGen Eagles have stepped into those iconic cockpits, flying the unmistakable, feather-feathered rainbow liveries of the Christen Eagle II. Originally engineered by Frank Christensen in the late 1970s as a high-pe

With its razor-thin forward canard wing and rear-mounted pusher propeller, Fowler’s bright yellow 1986 Rutan Long-EZ resembles a futuristic spacecraft far more than a typical show plane. Even sitting motionless on the tarmac, the machine tells a story. Before he straps into the cockpit, Fowler has to physically lift the craft from its nose, manhandling the front end into position just to manually extend the forward landing gear. The reason is pure center-of-gravity physics: w

Stepping into a hangar along the flight line at Burke Lakefront Airport is always like walking into an active laboratory of aviation history, but every once in a while, timing delivers something truly poetic. Just a moment before our crew walked through the hangar doors to catch up with seasoned airshow pilot Susan Dacy, an original, stock World War II primary trainer taxied in and parked directly across from her iconic aircraft, "Big Red". In an instant, the open bay became

If you think the loudest, fastest machines at the Cleveland National Air Show only belong in the sky, you haven’t stood near the tarmac when Hayden Proffitt fires up his jet-powered beast. Long before the aircraft overhead begin their passes, a wall of heat, raw kerosene smoke, and earth-shaking thunder rolls across Burke Lakefront Airport from ground level. Strapped inside the cockpit of his flame-throwing jet truck, Proffitt commands an absurd amount of thrust designed to p

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

Watching the Blue Angels execute a crisp break over Lake Erie is breathtaking, but from a medical standpoint, what is happening inside the cockpit is an absolute physiological battle against physics. When these pilots bank into high-performance maneuvers, they pull up to 7.5 positive Gs (+Gz). In practical terms, that means a 180-pound aviator instantaneously feels an effective downward load of 1,350 pounds crushing them into their seat. At that magnitude, the body’s normal c

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

Cedar Point is turning its famous fries into a four-day spectacle. Happy Friar’s Fresh-Cut Fries Fest returns Sept. 10-13, 2026, with loaded fry specials, mascot photo ops and free single-day admission for guests whose last names match Fry or similar variations. The event also lines up with a HalloWeekends preview featuring four indoor haunted mazes.

A giant new mural is transforming Cleveland’s Warehouse District as globally known artist Eduardo Kobra creates an 11,000-square-foot tribute to rock and roll history. Backed by major arts and civic partners, the project is being hailed as a bold move to elevate the city’s street art scene and draw fresh attention downtown.