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Nov 29, 2023

About

D Heckman is a versatile Affiliate Reporter for Cleveland 13 News, known for covering high-stakes breaking news and community safety stories across Northeast Ohio. Since joining the network in late 2023, David has become a prolific contributor, tackling a wide range of topics from local police investigations and road rage incidents to complex national legislative disputes. His reporting is characterized by a "just the facts" approach, providing timely updates on the issues that directly impact public safety and civic life.

With a portfolio that includes over 50 stories for the network, David has built a reputation for his ability to quickly synthesize developing information. Whether he is reporting on local tragedies, multi-highway traffic incidents, or major policy shifts in Washington D.C., he ensures that Cleveland 13 viewers receive clear, reliable information. By focusing on the essential details of each case, David plays a key role in the network’s mission to keep the community informed and aware of the events shaping their region.

Recent Stories (68)

Sep 24, 2026 ∙ 12 min

Where Is Cuyahoga County Judge Reali During Court Hours? Records Raise Questions About Who Is Handling Her Docket

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.

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Sep 14, 2026 ∙ 9 min

Cleveland Family Court Whistleblowers Put More Judges Under Fire Ahead of Evidence Release

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 yourself.

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Aug 29, 2026 ∙ 2 min

Cleveland Residents to Protest $600,000 Flock Safety Contract Amid School Closures

A Cleveland resident-led campaign is set to protest CMSD's $600,000 annual contract with Flock Safety, arguing the district is prioritizing surveillance technology while schools close across the city. Demonstrations planned on the West and East sides aim to spotlight growing concerns over spending, privacy, and who benefits from the cameras.

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Aug 21, 2026 ∙ 3 min

Beachwood Nanny Gets Life Without Parole in Rape of 12-Month-Old

A 26-year-old Beachwood woman was sentenced Thursday morning to life without parole, the maximum sentence available, for raping a 12-month-old child who was in her care while she worked as a nanny in Geauga County in 2024. Judge Matthew Rambo sentenced Molly E. Duncan on one count of rape of a child under 10 years old, according to the Geauga County Prosecutor's Office. Geauga County Prosecutor Jim Flaiz said, “This Defendant violated a position of trust and victimized a child.”

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