Mark Oprea, Author at Cleveland Scene

University Circle Aims for More Cohesive, Walkable Neighborhood With Ambitious Master Plan

A hub of arts, culture, education and medicine, the east side community has struggled to craft a unifying experience across institutions and attractions.

by Mark Oprea June 1, 2026June 1, 2026

News & Views

Clevo Books to Close by End of June

Owner Cathryn Siegal-Bergman said downtown’s foot traffic was too thin to support her specialty bookshop.

by Mark Oprea May 29, 2026May 29, 2026

News & Views

Cleveland Proposes Housing Innovation District to Drive East Side Development

With a zoning code refresh and tax perks, City Hall hopes to spur new builds in neighborhoods that have been neglected for years.

by Mark Oprea May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

Cleveland News

Dominic Russo’s Family Pushes ‘Dom’s Law’ to Ensure Those Convicted of Violent Offenses Can’t Profit Off Social Media

If passed, House Bill 505 would modernize Ohio’s Son of Sam law to close loopholes that would allow those like Mackenzie Shirilla to possibly profit off social media endeavors.

by Mark Oprea May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

News & Views

In Trademark Lawsuit, Klutch Cannabis Denies Infringing on Rich Paul’s Klutch Sports

Both brands offer “fundamentally different goods and services sold through entirely different channels,” lawyers for the local cannabis company argued.

by Mark Oprea May 22, 2026May 22, 2026

News & Views

Activists Intensify Pressure on Cleveland City Council to Reject Flock Contract Renewal

Amid increasing opposition to the license plate reader tech and privacy concerns, council will soon take up contract renewal talks after Bibb deferred to the body.

by Mark Oprea May 21, 2026May 21, 2026