CITY OF CLEVELAND

Jun 04 2026EDUCATION

Future Homes, New Uses for Cleveland’s Old Schools

Cleveland’s old school buildings are getting a new look. The city is inviting developers to turn the empty campuses into homes, shops or community hubs. Last month, 12 schools across eight neighborhoods closed their doors for the last time. Neighborhood leaders say these sites hold a lot of

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Jun 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Fun in Cleveland: Music, Pride, Soccer and More

Cleveland wakes up to a fresh mix of music shows, sports games and community celebrations that promise something for everyone. Start the weekend by marching through downtown with Pride in CLE, where people gather to celebrate love and diversity. The event kicks off at 11 a. m. , then turns into a

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Jun 01 2026ART

Little Italy’s Art Walk: Food, Fun and Fresh Faces

Cleveland’s Little Italy isn’t just about pizza and pasta; it’s a hub for creativity that has drawn crowds for 40 years. The neighborhood’s annual art walks bring local artists, musicians and themed restaurants together in a lively street‑sweeping showcase. The next event runs from Friday, June 5

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May 30 2026HEALTH

Bats and rabies: what you should know after a recent case

Officials found a bat carrying rabies in Irvine Regional Park last weekend. This case led to warnings about how easily the virus can spread to people. Rabies is almost always deadly once symptoms show up. But quick action after exposure can prevent illness. The virus can enter the body through smal

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May 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Wyoming’s Huge Energy Plan Stirs Up Big Concerns

Officials in Wyoming are debating a massive $4 billion project that promises to store energy using water. The plan involves building a giant reservoir near Seminoe Reservoir to pump water uphill when electricity is cheap and let it flow back down to generate power when demand rises. Sounds smart, ri

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Plans for a U. S. health post in Kenya during Ebola fears

Officials in Washington want to open a small quarantine station in Kenya for Americans returning from Ebola-hit parts of Central Africa. Instead of setting up the site at home, they’re looking abroad—just in case someone gets sick after possible contact with the virus. A group of U. S. public health

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May 21 2026CRIME

Cleveland’s New Summer Plan: Curfews, Jobs and Police Patrols

Cleveland is trying to keep teens safe this summer. The city will use curfews, more police patrols and new programs to fight crime. Mayor Justin Bibb said the plan starts before Memorial Day. The curfew rules are strict. Kids under 12 must be home by dark. Those 13 and 14 have to return by 9:30 p.

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Music speaks louder than silence: why artists should use their voice

Cleveland buzzed with excitement when a rock legend took the stage, but this time fans weren’t just talking about the performance. They were asking the musician to stop sharing opinions. Behind the cheers, critics argued artists should only entertain. But music history shows that’s not how powerful

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Cleveland rolls out summer plan to cut crime while keeping kids busy

Cleveland is trying a mix of more cops and extra activities for teens this summer, hoping to stop the usual spike in shootings when warm weather hits. Leaders launched a special team in May that mixes local, state, and federal officers to chase down repeat violent offenders and hunt illegal guns. Po

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May 19 2026HEALTH

How cities, dirtier air, and shifting weather harm our lungs

City living used to mean better hospitals and faster ambulances. Now it often means breathing air that quietly damages lungs over years. Poor air quality isn’t just annoying—it rearranges how infections spread inside our chests. Warm air holds more water, which helps viruses and bacteria travel far

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