Blaine Griffin Archives

Rebecca Maurer Gives Impassioned Speech in Favor of Gaza Ceasefire Resolution at Cleveland City Council

The speech came hours after council president Blaine Griffin issued a statement saying the body would not consider the resolution

by Mark Oprea January 30, 2024July 5, 2025

News & Views

Cleveland City Council Cuts Meeting Short as Protestors Once Again Call for Gaza Ceasefire Resolution

Council approved new rules for public comment before protestors overwhelmed the Chambers

by Mark Oprea January 23, 2024July 22, 2025

News & Views

‘It Humanizes You’: An Interview with Mayor Justin Bibb Halfway Through What He Hopes Won’t Be His Only Term in Office

Bibb on how he’s grown since the campaign, his promise for the southeast side, closing more streets for pedestrians, jobs, Blaine Griffin and more

by Mark Oprea January 5, 2024July 1, 2025

News & Views

Clevelander Files Federal Lawsuit Against City Council Alleging Public Comment Policies Are Unconstitutional

“The public should be able to speak on issues they care about without fear of being silenced because the council’s presiding officer disapproves of their viewpoint”

by Maria Elena Scott December 5, 2023April 24, 2025

News & Views

Can Dave Margolius End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco in Cleveland?

The city has one of the highest smoking rates in the country, and one that disproportionately affects Black residents. The Director of Cleveland’s Department of Public Health sees an obvious problem with a clear remedy

by Mark Oprea October 27, 2023August 6, 2025