Tyisha Blade, a CSU student and creator of The East Clevelander Magazine, was named Print Journalist of the Year by the Greater Cleveland Association of Black Journalists.

Cleveland plans to build a $50 million downtown soccer stadium, which it hopes will generate a $2.4 billion economic impact and create 700 jobs. The stadium could house MLS Next Pro and women's teams by 2026.

ODOT is beginning the Blaine Hill Arches of Memory Rehabilitation Project to restore and strengthen the historic U.S. Route 40 bridge in Belmont County.

The Cleveland Monsters partnered with the Black Girl Hockey Club to host an inclusive skating event for 40 sixth-grade girls. The event focused on community and introduced the girls to ice sports and industry careers.

A 63-year-old woman was rescued from icy waters in New Franklin after police and firefighters responded to distress calls. Visibility was low, but rescuers managed to save her from severe hypothermia.

Akron will start preparing for the Bowery Street Bridge project on Monday. The project includes replacing the deck and sidewalk and raising the bike path, with local businesses engaged.

Cleveland Police are asking for the public's help on Facebook to identify a suspect in a break-in and theft in the Willowdale Ave area. They urge anyone with information to contact Detective Halkiadakis.

The Lorain County Sheriff's Office is holding a Deputy Pet of the Month contest, inviting the public to vote for their favorite pet on social media, with the winner getting a visit from Sheriff Hall.

Two separate fires occurred hours apart at the same Cleveland house, with an estimated $150,000 in damages and a firefighter injured. Both fires are deemed accidental with electrical origins.

A 41-year-old female inmate, Jennifer Wade, died at Cuyahoga County Jail, her death is under investigation but not linked to illegal substance use. Previous lawsuits have criticized the jail's healthcare.

The Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve and Marina Causeway are closing temporarily starting February 24, 2025, for maintenance, affecting access for visitors and boaters.

The 'Bash on the Bay' Music Festival is set for August 13-14 at Put-in-Bay, with top artists expected to perform. Lodging is in high demand, and organizers advise booking early.

Cleveland city officials condemned the Community Police Commission for releasing sensitive HR info, violating confidentiality protocols. The city had already referred the issue to the Inspector General for investigation.