Cleveland's Tremont Neighborhood Celebrates Success of The Arch at Saint Michael as HUD Marks 50 Years of Community Development Grants
The CDBG Program marked its 50th anniversary at The Arch at Saint Michael in Cleveland, celebrating its impact on community development and affordable housing.
Cleveland Calls on Developers for Ohio City's Affordable Housing Project at McCafferty Health Center Site
Cleveland calls for real estate development teams to transform the McCafferty Health Center Site into affordable housing, stressing the importance of community development and equity.
Cleveland Browns Spearhead Transformative $200 Million Mixed-Use "District 46" Development Next to Berea Training Complex
The Cleveland Browns plan a 16-acre, mixed-use development near their training facility. The development will include a hotel, sports medicine center, apartments, and retail space and is set to open by 2027.
Geauga County Sheriff's Office Champions Motorcycle Safety Awareness in May
The Geauga County Sheriff's Office promotes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, urging motorcyclists and drivers to practice safety by wearing proper gear, being visible, checking for motorcycles, and sharing the road respectfully.
Cleveland's CMHA Seeks Public Input on Urban Housing Upgrades, Gives Nod to Environmental Review for Radon and Repair Programs
CMHA is seeking feedback on two housing initiatives aimed at improving local conditions, including a radon mitigation project with a FONSI. Community input is welcomed via email, with details available online.
Cleveland's Innovation Square Phase 2 Project Advances Post-Positive Environmental Review, Invites Public Comment
Cleveland's Innovation Square Phase 2 affordable housing project moves ahead after a positive environmental review, with public comment invited on the project's potential environmental impact.
Church Mutual Seeks Over $3 Million in Damages, Sues Forest Roofing for Alleged Negligence in Cleveland Cathedral Fire
Church Mutual Insurance is suing Forest Roofing LLC for $3 million in damages following a fire at St. Theodosius Cathedral, which they claim was caused by the company's negligence.
Shaker Heights Development Corporation Appoints Naji H. Kelley as New Commercial Real Estate & Operations Manager
Naji H. Kelley joins SHDC as the new Commercial Real Estate & Operations Manager, bringing extensive experience to oversee The Dealership and aid in local economic initiatives.
Lakewood Life Magazine Delivers Insight into City Developments and Park Enhancements in Fall 2025 Issue
The Fall 2025 issue of Lakewood Life has been delivered, covering the city's latest development projects, park improvements, and urban planning for sustainable growth and enriched community living.
Shaker Heights Residents Urged to Act Fast for Heritage Home Program's 2% Loans Before December Deadline
Shaker Heights homeowners must apply before December 31 for a 2% home improvement loan offered by the Cleveland Restoration Society, with applications due before 2025 ends to secure this rate.
Cleveland Leaders Seek Congressional Support to Transform Burke Lakefront Airport into Public Space
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb and County Executive Chris Ronayne are advocating for the closure of Burke Lakefront Airport to transform the waterfront area, seeking Congressional and federal support to expedite the process.
Lorain County Port Authority Seeks New Buyer for Elyria's Midway Mall After Industrial Commercial Properties Withdraws
ICP terminated its agreement to buy Midway Mall from Lorain County Port Authority, after a detailed review. The Port Authority now seeks a new buyer for the mall's redevelopment.
Twinsburg Embarks on Infrastructure Improvements, Traffic Impact Expected on Key Streets
Twinsburg is undergoing infrastructure improvements, with construction on Glenwood Drive, Liberty Road, and the Ravenna/Shepard/Richmond/Broadway intersection, causing temporary traffic changes and requiring caution from drivers.
Cleveland's Burke Lakefront Airport at Crossroads: Closure and Redevelopment Plans Face Scrutiny
Cleveland considers closing Burke Lakefront Airport for redevelopment, with Mayor Justin Bibb supporting the move and the community divided on the potential benefits and implications for the city.
Elyria Residents Face Water Service Disruption Amid Repair Work on Metcalf Road
A water main break on Metcalf Road has disrupted water service in Elyria, Ohio. Repair crews are working on-site, causing traffic delays. Residents are advised to run cold water until clear once service resumes.
Browns Dome Dreams Land in Brook Park
HKS renderings offer the clearest peek yet at the Browns' enclosed Huntington Bank Field in Brook Park — a translucent roof, closer seats and a reimagined Dawg Pound. The images come as the team pushes site work and continues to sort permits and funding.
Lee Road Shake-Up: Shaker Heights Rolls Out Zoning Power Play
Shaker Heights approved a mixed‑use rezoning to anchor the Lee Road Action Plan, allowing restaurants and pop‑up retail while phasing out many auto‑oriented uses. The change pairs zoning with a multi‑million dollar streetscape push.
Cleveland Rent Shock: Rust Belt Underdog Rockets To No. 1 In Apartment Hikes
A new Marcus & Millichap analysis shows Cleveland led U.S. metros in apartment rent growth last year as limited new supply pushed effective rents higher. The gains were concentrated in inner suburbs with little room to build.
Lakeside Apartment Giant Clears Big Test At Cleveland City Hall
The Annex Group’s Union at Cleveland Harbor won planning sign‑off for final design and parking, moving a 209‑unit lakefront apartment project closer to permitting while commissioners press for bigger play space and accessibility fixes.
Cleveland Office Owners Go Dark to Stop the Bleeding
Several downtown Cleveland office buildings have been cleared out as owners calculate that empty towers can cost less to hold and are easier to redevelop. The shift highlights how hybrid work and higher operating costs have changed the economics of downtown office ownership.
Cavs' Riverfront Hoops Fortress: First Look Inside The Swanky New Training Palace
New renderings show the 210,000‑sq‑ft Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center with hydrotherapy pools, nutrition and communal spaces as part of a wider riverfront plan. The Cavs expect to move into downtown digs in early 2027.
NY Investor Scoops Up Troubled Senior Homes Across Cleveland, Staff Sigh in Relief
A New York investor has bought several senior‑living campuses across Northeast Ohio under the Meadow Falls banner, including large facilities in Richmond Heights and Rocky River.
Medina Fast-Tracks Two Mega Projects In Brunswick And Montville
County commissioners added road upgrades in Brunswick and the Cobblestone Crossings mixed‑use plan in Montville to the county’s economic strategy to clear the way for state and federal grants. The moves aim to make infrastructure shovel‑ready for new jobs and housing.
Peak Nano’s Power Play: New Partner Supercharges Bid For Cleveland‑Akron Factory
Peak Nano announced a U.S. manufacturing partnership with E&P Technologies to fast‑track NanoPlex films into capacitors and back plans for a Cleveland–Akron plant. The tie‑up aims to speed prototypes into domestic production for fusion, defense and grid uses.
Nine Senior Homes Get $114 Million Lifeline In Cleveland And Western Pennsylvania
Berkadia secured $114.37M in bridge financing to refinance a nine‑property assisted‑living portfolio across Cleveland suburbs and western Pennsylvania while the operator targets stabilization.
Wall Street Shark Smells Blood at Cedar Point’s Parent Company
An activist investor urged the owner of Cedar Point to explore a sale, prompting fresh questions about the park’s future and local economic impact. Investors and area residents are watching closely.
VIDEO: Avon Lake Lakefront Showdown As Power Plant Site Plan Hits City Hall
Avon Lake’s Planning Commission will review a zoning plan to turn the former power plant into apartments, parkland and restaurants while blocking some retail types. The vote will shape one of the region’s last lakefront parcels.
City Hall Tries To Snatch Hotly Contested Cleveland CVS Corner As Gas Station Plan Stalls
The city has proposed buying the vacant CVS at 10022 Madison Avenue for $635,000 as a site for a new fire station, but the owner says no sale has been agreed. The move is the latest turn in a fight over whether the block should host a gas station or a community use.
CSU Plots Woodling Gym Makeover as Wolstein Center Hangs in the Balance
Cleveland State will review proposals to upgrade Woodling Gym as leaders reassess the Wolstein Center and broader campus redevelopment plans. The university says Wolstein will stay in use while options are considered.
Cadillacs, Bentleys And A Big Shake-Up At Broadview Heights I-77 Hub
Ken Ganley is proposing a three‑building luxury dealership campus at the I‑77/SR‑82 interchange in Broadview Heights, consolidating Central Cadillac and exotic showrooms. Planners gave preliminary approval, but council sign‑off and soil checks remain.
Olmsted Falls Plots $87 Million School Shakeup, Puts Aging Buildings On The Chopping Block
A volunteer committee has pitched an $87 million plan to condense and modernize Olmsted Falls schools, citing aging buildings and state funding rules. The board will review the recommendation in spring 2026.
Chrome, Tears And A Final Lap As Cleveland's I-X Center Bids Farewell
The 60th Car Parts Warehouse I‑X Piston Powered Auto‑Rama opened Friday and will serve as the final consumer show inside Cleveland’s I‑X Center. Organizers and longtime vendors called the weekend a last chance to gather under the building’s iconic roof.
Brunswick Favorite Donut Land Grabs Old Rite Aid For $2.5 Million
Family-owned Donut Land paid roughly $2.5 million for the former Rite Aid at 3871 Center Road and plans to expand operations into the larger Center Road space. The building is a freestanding 13,887-sf property in a busy Brunswick retail corridor.
Canton Slaps Price Tag On Former I-X Center Ferris Wheel As Village Benches Rides
The 125‑foot Red Zone ferris wheel that moved from Cleveland’s I‑X Center is listed for $499,000 as Hall of Fame Village trims outdoor rides. The sale is part of a shift toward hotels and an indoor waterpark.
Goodwill Drops $35 Million Plan To Turn Old St. Vincent Site Into Central’s Lifeline Hub And Grocery
Goodwill and the Sisters of Charity want to convert the former St. Vincent campus into a $35M opportunity center and grocery that would bring services and fresh food to Cleveland's Central neighborhood.
Whirlpool Drops $60 Million On Perrysburg Plant, Pledges Up To 150 Jobs
Whirlpool will convert a former Perrysburg solar-panel site into a $60M factory that could add roughly 100–150 jobs over the next two years. The plant will supply parts to nearby Ohio facilities.
Columbus Housing Board Signs Off On Cash Surge For 4 Ohio Affordable Projects
OHFA approved bond, tax‑credit and loan packages to preserve or create roughly 354 affordable units across four Ohio developments and advanced finalists for small‑project gap funding.
Downtown Lender Sweetens Cash Grab For Two Harbors In High-Stakes Cleveland Play
Cleveland lender CrossCountry raised its all-cash offer for Two Harbors to $11.30 per share, edging out a rival and setting a May 19 shareholder vote. The amended deal adds higher break fees and new closing conditions.
First Financial Drops $104M on Northeast Ohio, Locals Want Receipts
First Financial pledged $104 million to affordable housing, tax‑credit investments and small‑business lending across Northeast Ohio as it expands its local footprint. Community groups say they want clear timelines and measurable milestones.
Lakewood Bets Big On Madison Avenue Revival With Historic District Push
Lakewood is preparing a National Register nomination for Madison Avenue to unlock state and federal tax credits and spur rehabilitation of older storefronts. The move pairs grant funding with historic tax incentives to lower costs for property owners.
Mayfield Heights Council OKs 61 Townhomes, $2.3 Million Jobs Deal In Corporate Park Shift
Mayfield Heights council unanimously rezoned nearly eight acres for 61 townhomes and approved a $2.3M relocation grant tied to an employer shift to the suburbs. The developer says the homes will be mid‑$600Ks with a small park.
After Seven Years Of False Starts, Ohio City’s Bridgeworks Finally Gears Up To Build
After years of redesigns and funding gaps, the Bridgeworks site in Ohio City has secured a construction loan and crews are preparing to mobilize. The long‑delayed project will reshape the west‑side gateway if work holds to schedule.
Burton Lettuce Empire Sprouts $5 Million Greenhouse Gambit
Great Lakes Growers won county approval to clear financing for a roughly $5M greenhouse expansion in Burton that officials say will add acreage under glass and jobs. The build will boost year‑round local production for regional grocers.
Ohio Showers 57 Counties With Cash To Rescue Empty Homes
Gov. DeWine’s administration announced $26.9 million in Welcome Home Ohio grants to 57 counties, pairing state dollars with tax credits to buy, rehab and build owner-occupied homes. Local land banks and nonprofits in Northeast Ohio were among the recipients.
Fraud-Scarred Warrensville Heights Complex Chases $25 Million Payout
Highland Woods in Warrensville Heights is being marketed for roughly $25 million after the prior owner’s fraud conviction; managers say roof replacements are underway. The sale could bring new ownership — and faster repairs — to long-suffering residents.































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































































