Four Cleveland chefs are James Beard Award semifinalists in categories such as Outstanding Restaurateur and Best Chef: Great Lakes. The finalists will be announced on April 2, and the awards will be presented on June 16.

Aqua Ohio advises residents on winter-proofing homes to prevent frozen pipes. It suggests insulation, heating tape, and leaving a thin stream of water running in severe cold.

Mentor's Hometown Heroes Banner Program for 2025 honors local servicemembers on light posts between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, with a $100 sponsorship fee per banner.

A minivan fire in South Euclid spread to two homes but was quickly contained by firefighters, with no injuries reported. An investigation into the cause is underway.

Mentor, Ohio, announces a "Democracy Day" event at the Mentor Municipal Center on February 19, 2025, to discuss the influence of political contributions on local government.

Ohio's attorney general seeks dismissal of the Browns' federal lawsuit, arguing that the Modell Law is constitutional and that the dispute belongs in state court, not federal court.

A two-vehicle crash on I-71 in Cleveland resulted in the death of a 27-year-old man and a temporary closure of the highway.

The latest report indicates a minor rise in industrial vacancy rates in Mentor, Ohio, with a 1.9% rate and a broader 3.6% rate across eight counties.

Carla Jackson was elected as the new president of Akron Public Schools Board of Education, with Bruce Alexander as vice president, among discussions of the superintendent's investigation.

A fire in Cleveland's Old Brooklyn critically injured a woman and damaged two homes, with one home estimated at $165,000 in losses. The cause is under investigation. At least one cat died.

The Cleveland Browns will host an NFL game in London at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2025, part of the NFL's strategy to expand its international presence.

Mayor Malik of Akron proposes reviewing police use-of-force policies with the help of consultants. He addresses potential costs and aims to improve trust and outcomes in law enforcement.

Crooked T Gaming Tavern opened in Mentor, Ohio, offering a space for games, food, and drinks for all ages. It also hosts events like trivia and has themed rooms.