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Jan 23, 2025

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Denise Zarrella is an Emmy award winning journalist and a cornerstone of Northeast Ohio broadcasting, bringing decades of experience as a trusted news reporter to Cleveland 13 News. Having spent a career uncovering the region’s most impactful narratives, Denise has earned a reputation for journalistic integrity and a deep connection to the community she serves. Her veteran perspective and storytelling expertise make her a premier voice for local news.


Denise hosts the weekly 'Click Report' on Cleveland 13, where she highlights the biggest stories that captured the public’s attention. She specifically focuses on the feel-good moments and viral local highlights that had everyone clicking, sharing, and talking throughout the week. By blending her seasoned reporting skills with a passion for positive community news, Denise ensures that the most uplifting and trending stories of Cleveland stay at the forefront of the conversation.

Recent Stories (29)

May 15, 20262 min
This Week’s Top Clicks in Cleveland, From Rubber Duck Races to Immersive Dining Experiences
From cleaner air initiatives in Cleveland Heights to a special prom celebration in Parma, creative traffic safety campaigns in Strongsville, and a unique new dining experience in Cleveland, these are the stories that got people clicking this week.

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Apr 17, 20262 min
This Week’s Top Clicks in Cleveland, From Giant Hail to a 6-Year-Old Reporter and Downtown’s Future
From a violent spring storm to a groundbreaking new entertainment venue, Cleveland’s newest young media star and a fresh take on dating, these are the stories that got people clicking this week. A long-empty lot in the Gateway District is getting a dramatic transformation. COSM Cleveland officially broke ground this week, bringing what will become the largest immersive dome in the nation to downtown Cleveland.

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Apr 4, 20262 min
This Week’s Top Clicks in Cleveland, From a Historic Moon Mission to Easter Joy Across Northeast Ohio
From NASA’s long-awaited return to the moon to easier airport pickups, heartwarming Easter donations, and one beloved Euclid tradition, these are the stories that got people clicking this week. In one of the week’s most uplifting local stories, All City Candy delivered 100 handcrafted Easter baskets to children at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. The effort was made possible by customer and community donations, continuing an annual tradition that helps bring joy to kids

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Mar 20, 20262 min
This Week’s Top Clicks in Cleveland, From a Meteor Boom to FAN EXPO and a Major Festival Milestone
From a shocking meteor airburst to a weekend filled with fandom, a major upgrade for local firefighters, and a milestone for Cleveland’s film scene, these are the stories that got people clicking this week. A loud boom that rattled homes across Northeast Ohio Tuesday morning has been confirmed as a meteor exploding high in the atmosphere. The daylight fireball was captured on dashcams and doorbell cameras, with experts estimating it was traveling more than 45,000 miles per hour before breaking a

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