Downtown Cleveland Archives

Downtown Cleveland Asphalt Mural Installation to Wrap Up By Mid-July

Officials say a kaleidoscopic pair of street murals, designed by Ryan Jaenke, not only will add color to downtown but increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

by Mark Oprea June 23, 2026June 23, 2026

Cleveland News

Clevelanders Wax Nostalgic at Cavs Championship 10th Anniversary Block Party

“Champagne was popping. The whole city was on fire,” one recalled about Game 7. “We were all on the same page.”

by Mark Oprea June 22, 2026June 22, 2026

Cleveland News

Cleveland’s Pride in the CLE Celebration Rides On Despite Corporate Sponsor Exodus

Trump’s attacks on DEI have led many companies to pull back from supporting Pride events. In Cleveland, sponsors have decreased but the party will go on.

by Mark Oprea June 4, 2026June 4, 2026

Cleveland News

Cleveland City Council Passes Rollback of Bibb’s Downtown Parking Price Hikes

“We want to make this affordable for Clevelanders to park on the streets that they help pay for and maintain with their tax dollars,” said Kevin Bishop of legislation that reduces the hourly rate and extends free parking hours.

by Mark Oprea June 2, 2026June 2, 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

Bibb Believes He Can Bump Downtown Momentum. What Do People Actually Want?

With City Hall in the midst of a 90-day action plan, many want Cleveland to keep focusing on the usual problems: public safety and better retail.

by Mark Oprea May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

News & Views

Cleveland’s First Women’s Soccer Team Will Be Called The Astra

“We’ve always wanted to be the North Star — that point to look for when you consider what elite and professional soccer can be in Northeast Ohio,” said Cleveland Pro Soccer’s Michael Murphy.

by Mark Oprea May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

News & Views

Final Phase of New 238-Unit Public Housing Project Opens in Central

“It’s really just thinking about how we can create a holistic neighborhood where there’s not just housing,” said Matt Schmidt, a development chief with CMHA. “But services that support everyone, from younger kids to seniors that live here.”

by Mark Oprea April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

Cleveland News

RTA May Scrap Last Downtown Trolley, Scale Back Waterfront Line in Service Cuts

In 2015, three downtown trolley routes combined for more than a million rides. Ten years later, only the B-Line remains.

by Mark Oprea April 1, 2026April 2, 2026

News & Views

Reserve Square Residents Say Water, Heat, Other Repair Issues Persist

Tenants told Scene they’re still living without functioning trash chutes and working elevators despite the building receiver’s claim progress has been made and pressure from Cleveland City Hall.

by Mark Oprea March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

A rendering of possible plans at Burke Airport if it was closed.

News & Views

A Golf Course, Beach Promenade, Walking Trails, a Hotel: City Releases Possible Plans for Burke Lakefront Space

A recent survey, taken by 2,500 Clevelanders as of Wednesday, showed the overwhelming majority support closing the airport for development and public spaces.

by Mark Oprea March 26, 2026March 26, 2026