10 Best Sites Like Omegle (2025): Video Chat Alternatives and Talk to Strangers
Omegle is a fun place where you can talk to strangers. What makes it stand out among the crowd of video chat with strangers sites is that the website is fast-paced, random, and always brings something new to the table. Will you see a magician doing the trick, another party of people messing around just…
Best Kratom Powder: Top 6 High-Quality Kratom Brands
Kratom powder can boost energy, relieve pain, and promote relaxation. But with so many brands, finding high-quality products isn’t easy. Which ones are worth your money? How do you choose the right strain? This guide makes it simple. We’ve researched the best kratom powders, their effects, and the top brands that offer pure, potent products.…
15+ Things to Do in Cleveland This Weekend (April 3-6)
Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 04/03 2025 Stop the Hate Youth Speak Out and Youth Sing Out Awards Ceremony The awards will feature live judging of the top three finalists along with presentations of $100,000 in scholarships, anti-bias community…
Arthur Treacher’s to Open in Cleveland Heights on Tuesday, April 1st
Given the events of this past winter, it’s understandable that there would have been a few delays surrounding the opening of the newest Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips. Located adjacent to The Marquee at Cedar Lee, which was destroyed by fire earlier this year, the shop was firmly in the no-drive section of Cedar Road. But…
Best Kratom Extract: 10 Best Kratom Brands & Products
Kratom extracts pack a powerful punch. They deliver stronger effects than traditional powders or capsules. This makes them a favorite among experienced users. Extracts offer quicker relief and longer benefits by focusing on the plant’s active compounds. It is a more convenient way to enjoy kratom. With so many kratom products available, choosing the best…
Local Singer-Songwriter Brian Lisik to Release Live Album for Record Store Day
Next month, Northeast Ohio-based singer-songwriter Brian Lisik will release Goodnight, Detroit, a limited-edition Record Store Day 2025 vinyl release of a summer 2024 show he and his band played at Trixie’s Bar in Hamtramck, MI. An “unvarnished and incendiary 45-minute trek through Lisik’s most high-octane tunes,” the album features “Another Friday Night,” a tune from…
Sources: Cleveland Cherry Blossoms to Hit Peak Bloom in Early April
The cherry blossom trees in University Circle and the Brookside Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks don’t look like the above picture yet, but we’re not far off. They will be hitting peak bloom in early April, sources have confirmed to Scene. (The sources in this case include the University Circle Inc. Cherry Blossom Tracker.) “The…
Livewire: 12 of the Best Concerts to Catch in Cleveland Through Early April
FRI 03/28 Dexter and the Moonrocks The self-proclaimed “originators of Western space grunge” perform tonight at 8 at House of Blues. The group’s new EP, Western Space Grunge, draws from country Western, rock and grunge. 308 Euclid Ave., 216-523-2583, houseofblues.com. SAT 03/29 Stereophonics The veteran Welsh pop group brings its world tour in support of…
Guardians Offering Free Tickets to GuardiansTV Subscribers After Opening Day Streaming Snafus
As Major League Baseball kicked off the 2025 season Thursday with a full slate of opening day action, fans eager to see their favorite teams via the MLB.TV app and/or through one of the many new direct-to-consumer streaming options like CLEGuardians.TV were greeted not with game action but myriad error messages, faulty blackout restrictions, crashes…
Students, Faculty Are Asking Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine to Veto Massive Higher ed Overhaul Bill
Ohio college students, faculty and staff are calling on Gov. Mike DeWine to veto a massive higher education bill that would ban diversity and inclusion on campus and prevent faculty from striking. Lawmakers concurred with tweaks made to Senate Bill 1 during Wednesday’s Senate session, sending the bill to DeWine’s desk for his signature. DeWine…
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Talked Cleveland Browns Stadium Funding, Higher Education Policy at Weekly Forum
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine discussed higher education, the Cleveland Browns stadium, and LGBTQ policy during the most recent Columbus Metropolitan Club weekly forum. Statehouse News Bureau reporter Jo Ingles asked DeWine several questions during Wednesday’s hour-long forum and here is a rundown of what the governor had to say: Higher Education Ohio lawmakers recently passed…
Cuyahoga County Decides to Join Downtown Improvement District, Which Aims to Keep City Center Safe, Clean
Following months of back-and-forth and grilling of reps from DCI, Cuyahoga County Council decided to join the Downtown Cleveland Improvement District, contributing some $1.3 million over seven years. The district, overseen by Downtown Cleveland Inc., aims to keep downtown safe and clean by, among other things, paying yellow-shirted Ambassadors who pick up trash, water flowers and…
Judge Celebrezze Now Admits to Allegations of Case Steering in Lucrative Divorce Cases
This article was first published by The Marshall Project, a nonprofit news organization covering the U.S. criminal justice system. Sign up for their newsletters, and follow them on Instagram, TikTok, Reddit and Facebook. Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Judge Leslie Ann Celebrezze has now admitted in court records to steering lucrative work to her longtime friend…
14 Best Online Casinos with Fast Payouts
Winning is exciting—waiting for payouts isn’t. Choosing an online casino with fast payouts ensures you get your money quickly and hassle-free. The best casinos offer multiple payment methods, from crypto to e-wallets, with minimal withdrawal limits. They also follow responsible gambling practices, keeping transactions secure. Below, we rank the top casinos for instant withdrawals and…
Cleveland State Vikings Finish Season as CBI Runners-Up
Cleveland State may not have made the NCAA Tournament or the NIT, but for the third season in the row they flew down to Daytona for the College Basketball Invitational (CBI). Building on the last two seasons in the CBI, they finished as the runner-up in the tournament this season. After a bye in the…
Now Open: The Stadium Sports Bar And Grill in the Gateway District
Cleveland Guardians fans have a new option for food, drink and fun in the Gateway District. Just in time for the sold-out home opener on Tuesday, April 8, The Stadium Sports Bar and Grill (721 Bolivar Rd.) has opened its doors in a space that has seen a bit of turnover in recent years. The…
The Cleveland Orchestra Does Marvel’s ‘Black Panter’ and the Rest of the Classical Music to Catch This Week
This week, we’ll sort our recommendations into categories to allow you to explore classical music in Northeast Ohio by genre. Happy searching! Looking for orchestra concerts? On Friday, March 28, Anthony Parnther leads The Cleveland Orchestra and percussionist Massamba Diop in Marvel Studios’ Black Panther with Ludwig Göransson’s score performed live to picture. (7:30 at…
Ohio Higher Ed Overhaul to Ban Diversity Efforts and Regulate Classroom Discussion Heads to Governor
A controversial bill to overhaul Ohio higher education, ban diversity and inclusion efforts, prohibit faculty from striking, and regulate classroom discussion is heading to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s desk for his signature. The Ohio Senate concurred with changes made to Senate Bill 1 by the Ohio House during Wednesday’s session. The vote was 20-11 with…
Headwater Connector Could Be Ohio’s Next Rail Trail if Solon Can Raise the Money
Years ago, Solon Mayor Ed Kraus had somewhat of a wake-up call. He was out, like usual, riding his bike on the edge of the street when a car hit him. He fell, but avoided broken bones. He later left a doctor’s office with just a hematoma, a blood clot. Kraus walked away with an…
On a Mission From God: Inside the Movement to Redirect Billions of Taxpayer Dollars to Private Religious Schools
Originally published by ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power, and The New Yorker. Republished here under Creative Common licensing. On a Thursday morning last May, about a hundred people gathered in the atrium of the Ohio Capitol building to join in Christian worship. The “Prayer at the Statehouse” was organized by an…
Cuts to Federal Food Assistance Would Devastate Ohioans and Food Banks
Federal proposals to cut the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program would hurt already struggling Ohioans, crush food banks in the state, diminish the state economy and result in job losses as well, advocates and researchers say. A budget resolution being considered by Congress would set funding targets for the next decade, and proposals have called for…
Twisted Taino in Parma to Close, Hot Nachitas Taqueria to Open in its Place
Twisted Taino (5633 Pearl Rd., 216-939-5444), chef Jose Melendez’s pan-Latin restaurant in Parma, will close following service on Sunday, March 30th. Melendez grew his concept from catering gigs and pop-ups to a fast-casual stand at Sauce the City Food Hall in Ohio City, which he opened in 2020. In 2021, the chef – who spoke…
Ohio’s Casino Scene Remains Steady Despite Recent Decline
Ohio’s casinos and racinos had a solid year in 2024, keeping their revenue steady despite a drop in earnings compared to the previous year. While December saw a noticeable decline, the overall numbers show that the state’s gambling industry remains strong. Throughout 2024, Ohio’s casinos and racinos continued to attract players, even as they faced…
Review: CentroVilla25 Showcases the Varied and Delicious Flavors of Latin-America
For years, Cleveland has struggled to create and support the kind of bustling food hall that other cities seem to take for granted. The Market Hall at Van Aken District is still relevant and thriving after more six years, but the Ohio City Galley failed in less than half that time. One of the most…
New Cuyahoga County Music Task Force to Work on Building Local Scene, Explore Possible Music Commission
Last year, 2,768 Northeast Ohio musicians and other industry members voiced their opinions on the state of the local music scene in a lengthy, comprehensive Music Census. The city needs more medium-sized concert venues, many said. Working musicians need better-paying gigs. Venues need more help finding the audience to keep their doors open. Three out…
Ohio CBD Store Owners Oppose Bill That Would Move Hemp Products to Marijuana Dispensaries
Ohio CBD store owners are concerned about a bill that would regulate intoxicating hemp and drinkable cannabinoid products — something that could potentially put them out of business. Fourteen people submitted opponent testimony and four people submitted supporter testimony for Ohio Senate Bill 86 during Tuesday’s Senate General Government Committee meeting. No supporters showed up…
15+ Things to Do in Cleveland This Weekend (March 27-30)
Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 03/27 LowDown Brass Band A hip-hop/jazz group, LowDown released a string of singles in 2023-2024 which led to the release of $itizens of the World. The band is featured on Spotify’s All Funked Up…
Cuyahoga County Developmental Disabilities Board Workers Vote to Strike in Coming Weeks
Workers at the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities voted last week indicating that they’re ready to strike in the coming weeks. Those employees, who are members of Service Employees International Union District 1199, said that a dozen meetings with the county in the past six months have failed to produce what they frame as a…
Made Cleveland Has Closed as Vendors Wait for Overdue Payments, Merchandise
Made Cleveland is officially closed as some vendors wait for payments, others wait for money due from six small claims court suits, and others wait to retrieve merchandise from the store. Owner Ash O’Connor has been under fire after she was sued by six vendors for more than $4,000 in unpaid revenue. Others chimed in…
Bar Louie Abruptly Closes Legacy Village, Crocker Park Locations
Without any advance warning, Bar Louie has abruptly closed its Legacy Village location (24337 Cedar Rd.) in Lyndhurst, which opened nearly 20 years ago, and its Crocker Park spot, which opened in 2012. Visitors — and presumably staffers — who attempted to enter the restaurant over the weekend were greeted by the following sign: “We regret…
Michael Symon’s New Cookbook, “Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out,” Now On Sale
Michael Symon’s newest cookbook, Symon’s Dinners Cooking Out: 100 Recipes That Redefine Outdoor Cooking, is now available for sale. It’s another big pub day for the James Beard Award-winning chef, whose ninth cookbook is once again co-authored by Scene Dining Editor Douglas Trattner. Three of those books, Fix It with Food, Carnivore, and 5 in…
Yo La Tengo Vacillates Between Delicate Odes, Noisy Jams in Stunning Beachland Ballroom Concert
Early on Monday night, it was clear the sold-out Beachland Ballroom crowd that Yo La Tengo drew was there to listen, something the trio has earned from its years on the road. This may sound like a given, but not in Cleveland, where talkative audiences can be happy to compete with a band to see…
Former Ohio U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown Launches Dignity of Work Institute
In the wake of a bruising 2024 election, Democrats are looking to define their party’s identity and former Ohio U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown is offering a familiar answer. With the launch of his Dignity of Work Institute, Brown is making the case for a politics focused on the cost of living for working class voters.…
Cleveland City Council Entertains Significant Laws to Limit Growth of Smoke Shops, Regulate Them
When Dave Margolius took the helm of the Department of Public Health in 2022 he arrived with clear-eyed agenda. There were lingering concerns for particle pollution and air quality. There was the typical worry about food deserts. But nothing seemed to haunt Margolius more than one unsettling fact: Cleveland has the highest smoking rates, for…
Mohammad Faraj Running for Cleveland City Council in New Ward 7
Every Cleveland City Council seat in the newly reconfigured 15-seat body is up for election this November, and the new Ward 7 has quickly become one of the most interesting races. With the announcement from Kerry McCormack that he wouldn’t seek re-election, and that he wouldn’t resign and appoint a successor who would enjoy incumbent…
Ask a Cleveland Sex Therapist: How Can I Ask for a Threesome?
Welcome to Ask a Cleveland Sex Therapist. Want to ask Matt a question that could be tackled in a future column? Click here. Now, onto this week’s topic. Hey Matt. How can I approach my partner about my desire to have a threesome in a way that feels like I am not judging him or…
Fired-Up Crowd Jeers Ohio Senators, Representative for Not Standing Up to Trump and Musk
An enthusiastic crowd of about 1,400 Ohioans on Saturday packed the Valley Dale Ballroom to say their federal officials aren’t representing them — and that they’re not standing up to President Donald Trump as he allows the world’s richest man to slash federal programs. The event, staged by Indivisible Central Ohio, was facetiously called a…
Cleveland’s Violet Ray To Release Skate-Themed Album
Local singer-guitarist Billy Somerville has been a skateboarder since 1988, and he describes his former band, the Hooligans, as a skate rock band. So it’s only natural that he would explore skating with his current band, the punk act Violet Ray. In fact, every song on the band’s new album, This Is Skate Rock, references…
Great Lakes Theater’s ‘Twelfth Night’ Turns Contradictions Into a Complex Comedy
Were I to tell you that “Twelfth Night” begins with a shipwrecked woman gasping for air and mourning her drowned twin brother, you would hardly believe that the show is a comedy. William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” is a play of dichotomies. While it is known for mistaken identities, gender-bending, pranks and complicated love triangles, the…
City Planning Commission Approves Warner Swasey Redesign, Demolition to Come This Summer
The Warner & Swasey Building, that massive ship of red brick that’s been empty off Carnegie Avenue since 1992, is set to start its major redesign process this summer. That’s what the City Planning Commission okayed on Friday, when it approved both Moody Nolan’s schematic design and a demolition of two adjacent buildings to make…
Western Reserve Historical Society Library to Reopen April 3, 17 Months After Fire
After a year-and-a-half of duct work, restoring HVAC, replacing shelves and cleaning 129 boxes of irreplaceable books, the Western Reserve Historical Society Library is set to reopen to visitors on April 3. On September 28, 2023, around seven in the morning, a fire broke out in the library’s basement, causing heat and water damage and…
Now Open: Café Indigo at Shaker Square
For the past two decades, the corner of Shaker Square and N. Moreland has been home to a coffee shop. For most of that time, it was the site of Dewey’s Coffee, which closed in 2019 after 15 years. Biggby Coffee took over the space soon after but closed in 2022. As of last month,…
A Moronic, Shameful Low: Attacks on Freedom of Thought and Expression in Ohio and American Education
A nation abandoning academic freedom, policing freedom of thought in the classroom, persecuting freedom of expression on campus, dismantling education, ripping down its own pillars of scientific and medical research, this is a nation in the wild-eyed throes of moronic and shameful madness. We may as well be prosecuting Galileo for saying the earth revolves…
Despite Some Perks, Ohio Has Seen 30% Drop in Medical Marijuana Patients Since Recreational Weed Legalized
Last year, Ohio eliminated the fee to obtain medical marijuana patient or caregiver cards, a rule applying to new card applications and renewals alike. Yet, Ohio’s medical registry has fallen by 30% since recreational sales began last August. The state shortfall – from 160,000 patients to about 112,000 – reflects a larger national trend. According…
Controversial I-71 Interchange at Boston Road Put on Hold as State Lawmakers Demand Congestion Study
The plan to build a highway interchange off I-71 on the border of Brunswick and Strongsville has been put on hold, at least in the terms of the latest state transportation budget proposal. That legislation, House Bill 54, repealed the budget language of last year, which would have mandated a new I-71 interchange at Boston…
Ohio Is Lifting Old Driver’s License Suspensions for Unpaid Fines. Here’s What to Know.
This article was first published by The Marshall Project, a nonprofit news organization covering the U.S. criminal justice system. Sign up for their newsletters, and follow them on Instagram, TikTok, Reddit and Facebook. A new Ohio law will lift driver’s license suspensions for people with unpaid court fines and fees, some of which stretch back…
Ohio House Republicans Pass Higher Education Overhaul to Ban Diversity Efforts and Faculty Strikes
Ohio House Republican lawmakers voted to pass a massive higher education overhaul bill Wednesday that would ban diversity and inclusion efforts and prevent faculty from striking. State Sen. Jerry Cirino, R-Kirtland, introduced S.B. 1, which passed the Ohio Senate last month. Now that it’s been passed by the House, it now heads back to the Ohio…
Tanmay Shah Running for Cleveland City Council in New Ward 12
Tanmay Shah says the decision to run for Cleveland City Council has been building for years. A former attorney at The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland, where he helped lead the recent unionization efforts, Shah is now a truck driver for Rust Belt Riders, a career decision he says he made after becoming disillusioned with…
‘It’s a Risky Bet’: Bibb and Ronayne Clap Back on Haslams’ Brook Park Stadium Plan
On Tuesday, attorneys from Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, one of the most elite corporate law firms in Manhattan, filed a revised complaint on behalf of the Haslams Sports Group to make clear why exactly they want to move the Browns to Brook Park: the city of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County did not do enough to…
Ohio Supreme Court Weighs High-Stakes Solar Permitting Case
This article was originally published by Canary Media. A regulatory board’s rejection of a permit for a large solar farm in southwestern Ohio has “essentially rewritten” state law to give local governments veto power over clean energy projects, an attorney for the project’s developer argued last week before the Ohio Supreme Court. The Ohio Power Siting Board’s 2022 decision denying…
Livewire: 11 of the Best Concerts to Catch in Cleveland This Weekend
WED 03/19 Church of Cash Led by singer Jay Ernest, this Johnny Cash tribute act aims to “bring the iconic Man in Black to life,” as it’s put in a press release. The Minneapolis-based group performs tonight at 7:30 at Music Box Supper Club. 1148 Main Ave., 216-242-1250, musicboxcle.com/. THU 03/20 Neal Francis The singer-songwriter…
How to Bet on NFL Games: What To Know To Start Betting
NFL betting makes every game more exciting. Every play and point can shift the outcome, turning each match into a chance to win. It’s one of the most popular ways to enjoy football, but betting without a plan can lead to quick losses. This guide simplifies NFL betting. You’ll learn how to choose the right…
Court Confirms Sandra Morgan as East Cleveland Mayor
Sandra Morgan, a longtime East Cleveland resident, is secured as ousted Mayor Brandon King’s successor, an Ohio Supreme Court judge determined last week. In late February, Morgan was chosen by Judge Anthony Russo as East Cleveland’s interim mayor, months after King was indicted for three felonies, ranging from theft in office to unlawful interest in…
CityMusic Cleveland’s Free March Concerts and the Rest of the Classical Music to Catch This Week
There’s an interesting mix of classical music programs to recommend this week. – At Trinity Cathedral for the Wednesday noon Brownbag series, mezzo-soprano Kira McGirr will sing a tribute to British contralto Clara Butt (1872-1936) featuring Edward Elgar’s Sea Pictures with pianist Shiloh Roby. Oberlin College & Conservatory Professor Charles McGuire – an expert on…
15+ Things to Do in Cleveland This Weekend (March 20-23)
Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 03/20 Neal Francis The singer-songwriter brings his tour in support of his third studio album, Return to Zero, to the Beachland Ballroom. Return to Zero tunes such as “Need You Again” and “Back It…
First Look: Build the Pho in Ohio City, Opening in April
When Build the Pho (2084 W. 25th St.) opens in Ohio City next month, it will be the neighborhood’s first restaurant dedicated to the famous Vietnamese beef noodle soup. Set in the former Campbell’s Sweets space, the meticulously designed restaurant joins the first Build the Pho, which opened at Uptown in University Circle in June…
Cuyahoga County Jail Works Toward Medical Grievance Compliance Amid Ongoing Reforms
The Cuyahoga County Jail underwent two inspections in 2024, revealing some improvements, while also noting other long-term problems inside the oft-criticized facility. A November 2024 jail inspection by Donald Leach, a corrections consultant hired as part of a civil lawsuit settlement, found the facility continues to address longstanding issues such as officer training and food…
Review: Il Volo Shines in Return to Cleveland at Playhouse Square
I wasn’t sure what to expect as I entered the Key Bank State Theatre on Sunday night to see the Operatic trio, Il Volo, live in concert. The “Pop Opera” group — consisting of Gianluca Ginoble, Ignazio Boschetto and Piero Barone — have been on a massive international tour spanning everywhere from Brazil to Spain…
Dark Money Groups Dropped $7 Million on Ohio Supreme Court Races
Ambiguously named groups with unlisted donors spent nearly $7 million on 2024 Ohio Supreme Court races, according to Ohio Fair Courts Alliance, a nonpartisan organization that advocates for transparency and accountability of spending on judicial races. In the run-up to the November election, where Democrats had a chance to win control of the Supreme Court…
A ‘Leaner and Meaner’ Bright Eyes Comes to the Agora Next Month
The indie-alternative band Bright Eyes, which formed in the ‘90s in Nebraska, is hitting the road again. Bright Eyes is set to headline the Agora Theatre Wednesday, April 9, on the second leg of its tour in promotion of last year’s album, Five Dice, All Threes. “We’re looking forward to being back in Cleveland,” says…
Trump Threats Have Led to Cancelled University Events for Women and Black Alumni in Ohio
Two Ohio universities are not going forward with campus events in response to the U.S. Department of Education’s “Dear Colleague” letter threatening university funding and resources, as well as pending legislation in the Ohio Statehouse. Ohio University canceled its annual Black Alumni Reunion, which was scheduled for April 10-13, and OU’s Lancaster campus canceled its…
Ask a Cleveland Sex Therapist: My Partner Told Me He Wants Me to Pee On Him, and It’s Freaked Me Out
Welcome to Ask a Cleveland Sex Therapist. Want to ask Matt a question that could be tackled in a future column? Click here. Now, onto this week’s topic. Hey Matt, I have been with my partner for three years and recently he told me that he wants me to piss on him and it has…
Karamu House’s ‘Weathering’ is a Catalyst for an Important Conversation on Miscarriages
How do we talk about miscarriages? The word sometimes feels taboo. It is tied so closely with raw feelings of devastation, confusion, heartbreak and rage — all easier to avoid than confront. Karamu House’s production of “Weathering” doesn’t give you the option to avoid the topic. The show places the loss of a pregnancy, and…
Last Week in Cleveland Food News: One Pot Comes West, City Slice Goes East
– After quick success on Coventry, One Pot Korean BBQ and Hot Pot is bringing its all-you-can-eat offerings to Great Northern. Related – City Slice Pizzeria has been dishing up giant slices to crowds on the near west side and last week opened its second location, this one in the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood. Related -…
Ohio Veterans, Supporters Turn Out for Protest of Federal Cuts
Veterans and others came from across Ohio on Friday to protest the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. But many said they had a broader agenda: to fulfill their oath to protect the Constitution. About 200 gathered on the west lawn of the Ohio Statehouse, holding signs, chanting and waving…
