10 Best White Women Black Men Interracial Dating Sites
If you’re a white woman looking for decent black men, interracial dating is now much easier with the help of successful interracial dating sites. White women looking for black men have a lot of success when creating profiles on different dating platforms. This sort of relationship is no longer marginalised – in fact, it’s quite…
Update: Kent Stage Reschedules Garrison Keillor Concert for July 28
Update: Musician/author/radio show host Garrison Keillor was originally slated to play at the Kent Stage earlier this year. That show was cancelled at the last minute, but Keillor hasn’t forgotten his obligation to the good people of Northeast Ohio. The Kent Stage has just announced that the Keillor show has been rescheduled for July 28.…
22 Best Gay Cam Sites and Models 2021: Top Gay Cam Shows and Live Video Chat
If you’re interested in gay webcam sites and watching sexy men engage in video chat, this is the article for you. These days, the internet is packed full of generic, straight-centric porn stars. And let’s be honest, the last thing you want is to spend unnecessary time flipping through all of these stereotypical cam sites…
Cleveland’s Big Hoke To Play Release Party on Saturday at Forest City Brewery
Last year, local musician Justin Gorski released Home, an alt-country album he recorded as Big Hoke, a long-running solo project of his that dates back nearly 20 years. Written and performed by Gorski and produced by Gordy Quist at his studio in Austin, TX, the album was mixed by Grammy-winning engineer Tom Schick. Gorski held a…
Cleveland’s Heart Attack Man To Release New EP and Embark on National Tour
Growing up, Eric Egan initially gravitated to heavy metal and nu-metal. That then led him to hardcore and punk, and in that regard, the Cleveland music scene had plenty to offer in terms of inspiration. “When I got my driver’s license and could start going to shows more, I found myself going to local hardcore…
Study: Ohio’s Vax-a-Million Covid Vaccine Lottery Did Nothing to Increase Jabs
When Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine spoke in a Covid address to the state in May, he announced that various health orders instituted during the pandemic would be lifted in June. “The vaccine is stronger and better than medical experts ever imagined. And now, everyone 12 and over can use it to protect themselves — to put…
Cleveland’s King Buu Returns With New Halloween Special
Last year at about this time, Cleveland’s King Buu released its first-ever Halloween special. The flick clocked in at about 20 minutes and featured live action role play, “uncomfortable” skits and an “extra wild” performance by the band. Now, the band has returned with another Halloween-themed multi-song spectacular. This version features more plot development. Akron Recording…
20+ Things To Do in Cleveland This Weekend (Oct. 21-24)
Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 10/21 Gary Owen Comedian Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences across America for more than a decade. He’s not limited to the stage either, as he’s had roles in the film Think Like A…
Study: Schools With No Mask Mandates Have More COVID-19 Cases
School districts with no mask requirements in Michigan have higher rates of coronavirus transmissions than those without mandates, according to new data from the University of Michigan. School districts with no mask requirements averaged 73 coronavirus cases per 100,000 students as of late September, compared to 45 cases per 100,000 students in districts with mask…
A Look Back at 50 of the Best Concerts in Cleveland From the Past 50 Years
Founded 50+ years ago as a music magazine, Scene — along with the commercial radio station WMMS and heavyweight promoter Belkin Productions — helped contribute to Cleveland’s emergence as a hotbed for rock ’n’ roll in the ’70s, a reputation that still carries significant weight to this day. In honor of the paper’s 40th anniversary…
Top HIV Dating Sites & Apps for Singles With HIV, STD, Herpes & HPV
Meeting people and dating in the age of technology is hard enough as it is. Having an STI can make it that much harder, and inclusive spaces are limited. People who have tested HIV positive may feel isolated and as if they cannot enter the dating world or sign up for dating apps, and that…
Psychotic Email from Mike Polensek Warns of Cleveland’s Portlandification, Illustrates Toxicity of Entrenched Power
Mike Polensek, the Paleozoic Cleveland city councilman from Collinwood, has sent an absolutely batty email to a Ward 12 (Slavic Village) resident, warning against what he describes as a sinister faction of leftwing women running for council. These women, led by the evil tyrant queen Rebecca Maurer, are hellbent on turning Cleveland into Portland, Oregon,…
Ohio Pie Co. Now Has An Expanded Dining Room at Its Brunswick Location
2021 has been a big year for Ohio Pie Co., which this summer opened its second location in Rocky River. As for the OG down in Brunswick, this week the purveyors of Ohio-style pie debuted a new, expanded dining room, sure to be a welcome sight for travelers near and far who drop by the…
Clifton Martini & Wine Bar Has Permanently Closed
After nearly 12 years in business, Clifton Martini & Wine Bar permanently and abruptly closed its doors for good yesterday. Owner Jeff Rumplik said he decided to pull the plug not for any financial reason, labor decision, or anything to do with the pandemic. Business was good, in fact, and the popular westside establishment had…
Terrestrial Brewing in Battery Park to Open Restaurant Next Door, Event Space Upstairs with Elevated Deck
“Our 10-year plan was always to take over the entire building,” says Terrestrial Brewing (7524 Father Frascati Dr., 216-465-9999) co-founder and brewer Ralph Sgro. That long-range goal essentially will be cut in half. Sgro and partner Ryan Bennett have announced ambitious plans to expand the Terrestrial footprint into the adjacent space as well as the one above. When…
Calls for State Police Reform Renewed After Dayton Officers Pull Paraplegic Man From Car by Hair
During a traffic stop late last month, Dayton police officers pulled Clifford Owensby from his car by the hair. Owensby, who is paraplegic, repeatedly told the officers he could not get out of the car, that he wanted them to call a supervisor, that they could hurt him by pulling him from the vehicle. They…
Cleveland Introduces Legislation to Make Menstrual Products Free at City Hall and Rec Centers
Legislation introduced Monday by Cleveland City Councilwoman Jasmin Santana would make menstrual products like tampons and pads free at City Hall and city rec centers. The bill’s language specifically highlights the need for these products in low-income and vulnerable communities. On average, a woman spends $13.25 each month on menstrual products, which adds up to more than…
Senate Bill Would Help Ohio Workers Shut Out of Unemployment
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A new report found a U.S. Senate bill would expand eligibility for unemployment benefits to nearly 600,000 Ohio workers. The Unemployment Insurance Improvement Act, co-sponsored by Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, would lower the threshold for how much workers must be paid in order to qualify for benefits if they lose their job.…
The Browns Limp Ahead To Denver — The A to Z Podcast With Andre Knott and Zac Jackson
Andre and Zac look back at an ugly day for the Browns vs. Arizona and argue about what’s causing the defensive issues. Subscribe to the A to Z Podcast or stream below.
Local Singer-Songwriter Adam Rich Embraces ‘New Beginnings’ on Latest Release
Local singer-songwriter Adam Rich has just released his latest effort, Peaceful & With Purpose. The title references how Princess Leia described Luke Skywalker’s death in Star Wars (Rich has been a Star Wars fan since he saw Episode IV at a very young age). The title represents how Rich, who wrote about his parents’ deaths on…
VigorNow Reviews – Is It Worth the Money? Scam or Legit?
VigorNow Male health is very important, especially for a couple. Low sperm count and no interest in life are some of the most common male disorders. These disorders may be relieved by some products or ointments, but they can also have side effects. Males should not consume products containing flavours or colours. In some cases,…
Barring a Miracle, Sweet Moses in Gordon Square Will Close its Doors After This Weekend
Barring an eleventh-hour miracle, Sweet Moses (6800 Detroit Ave., 216-651-2202) in Gordon Square will close its doors after 10 years. The ice cream shop’s last day of business will be Sunday, October 24. Owner Jeff Moreau, who owns both the business and the building, had been in negotiations to transition the beloved business to a new…
Robin Trower Heading to MGM Northfield Park — Center Stage in April 2022
Guitarist Robin Trower began his recording career in the 1960s as part of the rhythm and blues band the Paramounts. From there, he went on to join Procol Harum for five albums and many tours before launching a solo career in 1971. Trower, who’s played Northeast Ohio regularly throughout his career, will perform on April…
CIA Students Create Posters for Rock Hall Inductions
More than 20 CIA Illustration students recently partnered with the Rock Hall to create posters that celebrate the upcoming Rock Hall Induction Ceremony in Cleveland. The posters will be on display during Celebration Day, which takes place on Sunday, Oct. 24, at the Rock Hall, and the Rock Hall will also have the posters for sale…
WKYC’s Monica Robins to Have Another Surgery for Brain Tumor
Channel 3’s Monica Robins yesterday told viewers that two years after being diagnosed with a brain tumor, and some time after a first surgery that removed some of the masses but not all of them, she’ll be having surgery. “They had to leave behind four tumors,” Monica said today. “Every six months, I’d have an…
Elite Singles Review – The Leading Dating Site for Wealthy Men
Elite Singles is growing in popularity and is one of the top online rich men dating site for those who are looking for a serious relationship and who are highly educated. You will find that those who become members of this site tend to have a degree. It can work well for individuals who are…
Kevin Kelley Launches “Kelley Talks” Podcast with Basheer Jones, Continues to Trash Issue 24
Cleveland City Council President and mayoral candidate Kevin Kelley has launched a podcast with councilman Basheer Jones in which Kelley fields questions about his platform and vision. Jones ran for mayor, placing fifth in the September primary, and is now backing Kelley. In the inaugural episode, a 19-minute conversation that appeared Monday on YouTube, and…
Faith Groups Came Together for ‘Death Penalty Abolition Week’ in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohioans across religious traditions came together as one voice last week to speak out against capital punishment. Dozens of faith communities participated in vigils, prayer services and virtual conversations during Death Penalty Abolition Week, which came to a close Sunday with a virtual worship service, entitled, “Restorative Love, Redemptive Grace.” Rev. Sharon…
Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney Among Presenters and Performers at 2021 Rock Hall Inductions
With the 2021 inductions and ceremony just under two weeks away, the Rock Hall today announced some of the list of special presenters and performers fans can expect on Oct. 30 at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. They include Taylor Swift, who will induct Carole King and perform with the legend alongside Jennifer Hudson; Paul McCartney,…
Cleveland Mourns the Loss of Walter Hyde, a Chef of Boundless Talent, Generosity and Kindness
Over the weekend, the Cleveland culinary community lost one of its most beloved members. Walter Hyde, a chef with boundless talent, enthusiasm and kindness, passed away just hours after cooking for friends and guests at an event at Terrestrial Brewery. His death rippled throughout the region in the days since, with many sharing stories of…
Plant-Based Proteins May Be Coming to Taco Bell
Is there anything better than biting into a Cheesy Gordita Crunch from Taco Bell after a night out? Honestly, no. Well, if you’re a vegetarian, you might not have ever got to experience the pure joy of this — until now. Taco Bell is testing its new “Cravetarian” menu exclusively in Detroit all this month.…
Architectural Justice Gallery & Cafe in Strongsville Will Be Permanently Closing in November
Architectural Justice will be closing its Strongsville location, which offered a cafe, cooking classes and high-end home decor and furniture, as of Nov. 7. Retail operations will be moved to its Medina location. The announcement: Over the last four years, we have shared many great experiences with both our guests and our staff. We appreciate our…
Ohio Republicans Push to Waive Gun Training, Permit Requirements for Concealed Carry
Both chambers of the Ohio General Assembly are plodding forward on legislation to waive training requirements to carry a concealed weapon. While current law allows state residents to openly carry a weapon, it only allows those 21-and-up to obtain a concealed carry permit after completing an 8-hour training course and passing a background check. House…
Arbitrator Rules Beachwood Police Officer Fired for Shooting at Fleeing Shoplifting Suspect Will Get Job Back
An arbitrator ruled this week that Beachwood police officer Blake Rogers, who was fired by the city after shooting at a fleeing shoplifting suspect in the parking lot of Beachwood mall in March 2019, will get his job back, but only because the city of Beachwood failed in multiple ways to abide by the termination…
The Big Egg Has Permanently Closed
The Big Egg, the legendary once-24/7 diner at West 52nd and Detroit, has permanently closed as of today, according to a note taped to the door of the restaurant. Enjoying two distinct lives — one as the original, beloved greasy spoon with as many devotees as health code violations that closed in 2002, and the…
Medina is the Closest Location for BMV’s New 24/7 Self-Serve Registration Kiosk
The joke is that waiting in line at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) is like entering the first circle of hell, but salvation may be at hand for those interested in simply renewing their vehicle registration. Earlier this week, Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted, as part of InnovateOhio, and Ohio BMV Registrar Charlie Norman…
Why on Earth is Marty Freaking Sweeney Endorsing Justin Bibb? And Why on Earth is Bibb Accepting?
Marty Sweeney, the former Cleveland City Council President who groomed current Cleveland City Council President Kevin Kelley and who recently weaseled his way back into local elected office—Marty Freaking Sweeney, folks, perhaps the richest and most enduring symbol of the Cuyahoga County Democratic Party’s rot—has endorsed Justin Bibb for Mayor. “For the past ten months,…
Scene’s Sam Allard Moderating Cuyahoga County Progressive Caucus Event on Stadium Financing Deals
Scene Senior Writer Sam Allard will moderate a Cuyahoga County Progressive Caucus panel on stadium financing Tuesday, Oct. 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. asking a simple question: “Who Really Benefits When You Pay for Stadium Deals?” Panelists for the event will include West Virginia University Economics Professor and renowned stadium finance expert Dr. Brad Humphreys, Activist…
Alan Madej Releases Two New Albums This Weekend and Plays Saturday Livestream Show
Cleveland songwriter Alan Madej has spent the past five years putting together a collection of singles for an album called Telstar Station and has been revisiting material spanning his career for another album, the all-acoustic Don’t Be Afraid. Both albums are set to drop this weekend and Madej will perform a livestream show on his…
Bier Markt and Bar Cento in Ohio City to Close in Early 2022, Will Be Replaced with New Concepts Down the Road
Before there was Market Garden Brewpub, Nano Brew, Speakeasy, Bar Cento and the large production brewery behind the West Side Market there was Bier Markt. Partners Mark Priemer and Sam McNulty opened the Belgian beer bar in 2005, which began the transformation of Ohio City into Cleveland’s hottest beer, food and fun district. Bar Cento…
Once Again, Ohio House Ices Vaccine Mandate Bill: ‘We Don’t Have the Votes’
For the second time in three months, House Speaker Bob Cupp halted legislation Wednesday aimed to limit the ability of employers, colleges, hospitals and others to impose vaccine mandates. Cupp’s announcement came amid a flurry of private caucus meetings, unseen proposed amendments, aggressive lobbying tactics and tense rhetoric from members on a heated issue focused…
Cleveland Beer Week Returns to In-Person Events For This Year’s Celebration That Runs Oct. 16-24
After a successful Cleveland Beer Week in 2019, the 10-year-old non-profit celebration went virtual in 2020. This year, the event returns in its usual form October 16 through October 24. The week kicks off with the popular Night at the Brewseum, which is followed by a week of events like Super Beer and Kitchen Brawl,…
Top 10 Best Dating Sites for Over 40
Searching for a romantic partner isn’t always easy. But when you’re over 40, the process can feel like an immense challenge. Whether you’re recently divorced or have been single all your life, a dating site could match you with the person of your dreams. With so many dating sites on the horizon, though, it may…
Friday Night Dinner at Terrestrial Brewing to Pair House Chef Penny With Walter Hyde of Fat Casual BBQ
Northeast Ohio barbecue fans know the name Walter Hyde. Along with partner Scott Slagle, Hyde ran the deliriously delicious Fat Casual BBQ in Macedonia. The restaurant attracted smoked-meat fans from all over the region, who came for heaping platters of brisket, pulled pork and St. Louis-style ribs. These days, you can find Hyde at Ice…
Nina Turner Endorses Bibb, Teamsters Endorse Kelley in Cleveland Mayor’s Race
Nina Turner, who lost in the congressional special election to Shontel Brown in August and who may seek a rematch next year, has endorsed Justin Bibb in the Cleveland Mayor’s Race. Turner, who endorsed Sandra Williams in the primary, announced Thursday that she was backing Bibb, saying she believed his administration would center the lives…
20+ Things To Do in Cleveland This Weekend (Oct. 14-Oct. 17)
Our weekly picks of the best things to do in Cleveland this weekend. Also check out our full Cleveland event calendar. THU 10/14 Fostering HOPS: A Taste of Van Aken Fostering Hope, a local nonprofit, will host its sixth annual fundraiser, Fostering HOPS: A Taste of Van Aken, at 7 tonight in the Van Aken Market…
Red Flags Raised Over Voter-Registration Rejections in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A high percentage of rejected voter registrations in three of Ohio’s biggest counties is raising some red flags. According to the Election Administration and Voting Survey, in 2019 and 2020 a majority of online or in-person registrations in Ohio were accepted, while those registrations sent by mail, the Department of Motor Vehicles…
The Canadian Border Will Finally Open for Vaccinated People
For the first time since the pandemic started, the U.S.-Canada border will finally reopen to non-essential travel — but only those vaccinated against COVID-19. According to U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the administration “will begin allowing travelers from Mexico and Canada who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to enter the United States for non-essential…
Cleveland Museum of Art Debuts New Exhibition on Motherhood This Week
‘Picturing Motherhood Now,’ a new exhibition featuring a diverse collection of works by 33 contemporary artists, will open this Saturday, Oct. 16 at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Exhibition Gallery and run through March 13, 2022. The exhibition, which interprets current sociological and psychological aspects of motherhood, aims its focus…
As BrewDog Cleveland Approaches November Opening, Company Releases New Renderings
BrewDog Cleveland is on pace to open its 10,000-square-foot riverfront brewery on Scranton Peninsula this coming November. In advance of that, the company released new renderings that reveal a dramatic space that blends historic warehouse appeal with warm fixtures that soften the industrial building’s bones. The Avian building, the Cleveland home of the beloved Scottish…
Savage Love: Life Is More Complicated Than Age-Gap Discourse Acknowledges
Thirty-year-old trans woman here, Dan, and I have a question about what is surely one of your favorite subjects: the “age gap discourse.” About four years ago, I had a sexual experience that I go back and forth on whether to label as sexual assault. When I was 26 years old, I met a 19-year-old…
Report: Pandemic Assistance Programs a Lifeline for Ohioans
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new survey of Ohioans confirms assistance programs have been a lifeline for families reeling from the effects of the pandemic. The findings from The Center for Community Solutions showed that nearly all forms of public assistance and benefits saw increased use during the pandemic, with 45% of Ohio households reporting a…
In BW Poll of Cleveland Voters, Bibb Leads Kelley By Nearly 10%, But 40% Still Undecided
A new poll by Baldwin-Wallace University found that Justin Bibb leads Kevin Kelley by 10% among registered Cleveland voters. Of the more than 400 voters polled, 34% said they’d vote for Bibb in the Nov. 2 general election, 25% said they’d vote for Kelley, and 40% said they remained undecided. Given the poll’s 5% margin…
Sifting Through the Browns’ Loss to the Chargers — The A to Z Podcast With Andre Knott and Zac Jackson
Andre and Zac go all Browns: Odell, Baker, game management and why maturity matters. Subscribe to the A to Z Podcast or stream below.
Local Metal Act VANIK Releases Halloween-Themed Cassette-Only New Album
Shortly after forming four years ago, the locally based metal act VANIK issued its self-titled debut, and in 2017, VANIK made its first live-stage appearance. The band played two sold-out shows, one in Cleveland and a second in Toronto. When performing, VANIK puts on an elaborate, theatrical show complete with stage props and intricate lighting effects.…
RTA to Deploy Civilian Ambassadors Instead of Armed Cops to Enforce Fare Payment, Finally
In 2017, Cleveland Municipal Court Judge Emanuella Groves ruled that the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority’s (RTA’s) proof of payment fare enforcement method was unconstitutional. Fares were at that time enforced on the Health Line and Red Line rapid transit trains by armed RTA cops. “The court rejects RTA’s policy of utilizing its law enforcement…
Ohio Home Health Care Workers Ask U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown for Better Pay, Benefits
Home health care workers say their pay and a lack of benefits is unsustainable and in need of change on the federal level. Toledo resident Amina Nash was one of several home health care workers that spoke to Ohio U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown and Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey in a recent roundtable on the needs…
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Pride and Joy is Given a Feminist Update in ‘Miss Holmes,’ Now on Stage at the Ohio Shakespeare Festival
It would seem to be the easiest theatrical gimmick of all, to rewrite a familiar story but switch the gender of the lead character from male to female, giving the tales fresh pizzazz and a new perspective. However, the risks are substantial since one could easily imagine the disasters that could ensue by refashioning The…
Machine Go Boom Reunite to Debut Unreleased Material, Play Halloween Show at the Happy Dog
Reuniting after ten years, Machine Go Boom will debut an album of unreleased material — When We’re Ghosts — and play a show on Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Happy Dog. MGB, which was awarded a handful of Scene Best of Cleveland nods in the mid-2000s and landed its song “800 lb. Gorilla” on Cleveland.com’s…
Comedian Bill Burr Coming to the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in April
Coming off a Grammy-nominated live special, another season of his popular animated series, and continued podcast success, comedian Bill Burr will bring his 2022 ‘Slight Return’ tour to the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on April 23, 2022. Tickets for the show go on sale this Friday, October 15, at 10 a.m..
FirstEnergy, DeWine’s Office And Others Still Far From Full Disclosure on HB 6
This article is provided by Eye on Ohio, the nonprofit, nonpartisan Ohio Center for Journalism in partnership with the nonprofit Energy News Network. Please join the free mailing lists for Eye on Ohio or the Energy News Network, as this helps provide more public service reporting. Advocates, lawmakers, regulators and the public still can’t get…
Wood-Fired Sports Bar, Steakhouse and All-Day Cafe to Open in Ohio City INTRO Complex
Since March of last year, Clevelanders have watched with fascination as the country’s tallest mass-timber building has taken shape in Ohio City. As the INTRO project approaches the finish line, the developers are revealing publicly for the first time their plans for three separate retail food and drink establishments within the property. When completed in…
Winners and Losers in the Cleveland Mayoral Debate: Bibb Kicks Kelley’s Ass
In nonprofit executive Justin Bibb’s view, he is the mayoral candidate best suited to usher in a new era for Cleveland, one who will modernize City Hall, reimagine public safety and create the conditions for Cleveland’s children to meet their God-given potential. But according to City Council President Kevin Kelley, it is he who is…
From UBI to Tree Trimmers to Burke, Here’s How Clevelanders Think ARPA Dollars Should be Spent
Beyond requests for individual property repairs and pleas for infrastructure improvements in their neighborhoods, Clevelanders who responded to the city’s surveys about the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars largely recognized the importance of targeting inequity if Cleveland is to recover from the pandemic. While many respondents called for improved infrastructure citywide, just…
Ohio Groups Make the Case for School-Based Health Care
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Children’s advocacy groups are making the case that school-based health centers are a worthy investment for Ohio’s kids. Tracy Najera, executive director of the Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio, said being able to get health-care needs met at school gives children and families a “medical home” for primary care and other services. She said…
Botched-Abortion Bill Gets Third Hearing in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio — With the national debate over reproductive rights approaching a boiling point, an abortion-related bill had its third hearing in Ohio. Wednesday, lawmakers heard testimony on Senate Bill 157. Margie Christie, executive director of Dayton Right to Life, said the measure would require a physician to act to save the life of an…
Ohio Advocates Urge Eliminating Statute of Limitations; Spousal Exemption
COLUMBUS, Ohio — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Ohio advocates are hoping to see legislation passed that removes barriers to reporting sexual assault for married people. Under current law in Ohio, spouses can be exempt from being charged for certain sexual crimes against their partner, including the use of drugs to impair and…
Cannabis Use Could Make COVID-19 Breakthroughs More Likely, According to Study
Last week, a new study published in the World Psychiatry journal found that people diagnosed with substance abuse disorder had an elevated risk of getting COVID-19, despite being vaccinated. The study, led by researchers at the National Institute of Health’s National Institute on Drug Abuse, found so-called “breakthrough” infections occurred in about 3.6% of vaccinated…
Fewer Than 8,000 People Have Opted in to Cleveland Recycling Program
As of Friday, fewer than 8,000 people had voluntarily signed up for the city of Cleveland’s new curbside recycling program. The city announced its new “opt-in” program in July. “For more than a decade, my administration has worked to build and solidify Cleveland’s reputation as a ‘green City on a blue lake’” said Mayor Frank G.…
The Wrongly Convicted Have Another Day In Court In ‘The Exonerated’ at the Beck Center
Sometimes events in the real world inflict serious damage on “issue plays” that once carried a powerful punch. When The Exonerated (now at Beck Center) first opened 20 years ago, playwrights Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen had assembled a unique and compelling drama built around six true cases of innocent people—three white, three black, all…
Cleveland’s Alternate Reality Releases New Music Video
Steve Delchin, who works as an attorney for a local firm, and his Alternate Reality bandmates — guitarist Jon Engeman, drummer Bob “Savage” Schwartz, guitarist Bob Delchin and bassist Nick Crow brother, guitarist Bob Delchin — became a sensation several years ago when he and the band released a campy music video for the tune “The…
Former Cleveland Councilman Ken Johnson Sentenced to Six Years, Must Pay $619,000 in Restitution
Former Cleveland City Councilman Ken Johnson was sentenced to six years in prison Friday afternoon at the U.S. Federal Courthouse in Akron. Johnson, 75, who was convicted in July on 15 corruption-related charges, must also pay $619,000 in restitution. Johnson served on City Council in Cleveland’s Ward 4, which spans much of Buckeye-Shaker and covers…
Cleveland Museum of Art Owns Cambodian Sculptures That May Have been Looted, WaPo Investigation Reveals
As part of the global investigation emerging from the Pandora Papers, The Washington Post has reported on Englishman Douglas Latchford, a collector of Cambodian antiquities who authorities say profited handsomely off the pillaging of temples and other religious sites throughout Southeast Asia. According to the story, three pieces connected to Latchford are now owned by…
Kansas Coming to Playhouse Square in March 2022
The classic rock act Kansas has released 16 studio albums and five live albums over the course of a career that goes back decades. Known for hits such as “Dust in the Wind” and “Carry On Wayward Son,” the band just announced the details of a 2022 tour, and it’ll perform on March 3 at…
Celebration Day To Take Place on Oct. 24 at Rock Hall
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame just announced that it’ll host Celebration Day on Oct. 24 to help build anticipation for the upcoming Inductions which take place on Oct. 30 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The all-day community event will feature local talent, music venues, record shops and community partners. Live music and all plaza…
Mayor Frank Jackson Passes Baton in Final State of the City Address
Mayor Frank Jackson thanked his cabinet, city employees and his family and outlined in detail the fiscal realities his successor would inherit at Cleveland City Hall during his 16th and final State of the City Address. Jackson’s last speech was his longest, he claimed. It took him more than an hour to cycle through the…
Indie Rockers Big Thief To Play Agora in April 2022
Indie rockers Big Thief just released Big Thief — Live at the Bunker Studio, as well as video footage of all the songs. The bulk of these recordings are culled from 2019’s Two Hands and U.F.O.F. The group also just released the somber new single, “Change.” In the wake of those releases, the band has…
Local Author Mike DeCapite to Appear at Writers Night at Beachland Oct. 15, with Special Guests The Kidney Brothers
Local author and wordsmith Mike DeCapite celebrates the publication of his long-anticipated second novel, Jacket Weather, with a Special Writers Book Tour Night hosted by the Beachland Ballroom and Tavern Friday October 15th. Joining DeCapite for this special reading are Cleveland native Adele Bertei, the poet, writer, actor, performer, singer, songwriter, and filmmaker who will…
New Coalition Calls on Cleveland Mayoral Candidates to Pass Protections for Renters on Day 1
A coalition of Northeast Ohio nonprofit organizations has launched a housing justice advocacy campaign calling on Cleveland mayoral candidates Justin Bibb and Kevin Kelley to implement protections for renters on Day 1. Enterprise Community Partners, the Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research, Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry, Neighbor Up, the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless,…
Kelley Endorsed by Coalition of East Side Leaders Who Want to Reframe Mayoral Race as “Boardroom vs. The Streets”
With early voting now underway and a little less than a month to go before election day, Council President and mayoral candidate Kevin Kelley assembled a coalition of local elected and community leaders Wednesday to drum up energy on Cleveland’s east side. Councilman Blaine Griffin, who is eyeing the council presidency if Kelley prevails on…
Former Larchmere Tavern in Shaker Will Reopen in Spring as Stylish Craft Cocktail Bar
The first-floor space at 13051 Larchmere Boulevard in Shaker Heights has been home to a restaurant since at least the 1950s, when it was known as the Shaker Tavern Hotel. Since then it has had long runs as the Grist Mill Tavern and Larchmere Tavern, which closed after nearly 30 years in August. Now, we…
Cleveland Pizza Week Returns in November With $8 Pizzas From Your Favorite Cleveland Restaurants
After a wildly successful Cleveland Pizza Week in 2020, we are excited to announce the third annual week-long Pizza Party! Cleveland Pizza Week will kick off on Monday, November 8th and run through November 14. For seven days pizza lovers will have the opportunity to visit participating Cleveland Pizza Week locations (full list as of…
Savage Love: I Can’t Stop Sexting My Ex
I’m a cis woman. I had a quasi-relationship with a man last year that only lasted a couple of months. The sex was great, and sexting was always a big part of our connection. Since the breakup, we’ve fluctuated between staying in touch and radio silence, sometimes going months without speaking. During our periods of…
Newly Opened Lulo Kitchen Delivers Heavenly Pan-Latin Flavors in the Warehouse District
Lulo Kitchen has the unmistakable feel of a boho-chic juice bar on Tulum’s famous beach road, a breezy sun-drenched space where art and culture and food collide. Given its perch on W. 9th Street in the Warehouse District, that free-spirited vibe comes as a complete surprise to first-time visitors like myself. But the surprises don’t…
