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Ohio’s Proposed Drag Ban is Back: Republicans Rebrand it the ‘Indecent Exposure Modernization Act’

Under HB 249, drag performers could face felony charges if a juvenile attends an ‘obscene’ performance.

by Ken Schneck, The Buckeye Flame May 2, 2025May 8, 2025

News & Views

Beyond the Bud: How Ohio Entrepreneurs Are Creating Immersive Cannabis Experiences

From painting to yoga to cooking, these crafted experiences can lead to a cultural shift in how we socialize, relax and heal

by Doug Guth May 2, 2025June 29, 2025

News & Views

More Than 160,000 Clevelanders Get Medical Debt Relief Thanks to City Council, ARPA Funds

A total of more than $165 million in medical debt was erased after Council used $2 million to partner with Undue Medical Debt to erase bills of hundreds of thousands of residents

by Mark Oprea May 1, 2025June 20, 2025

Arts & Culture

A Week of Variety on the Cleveland Classical Music Scene

Choices? Oh, you have choices

by ClevelandClassical Staff May 1, 2025July 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Soho Chicken + Whiskey to Move Into Former Xinji Noodle Space in Ohio City

“Obviously, we were very bummed that [Xinji] was closing but it was an opportunity for us to stay in the neighborhood.”

by Douglas Trattner May 1, 2025June 16, 2025

Food & Drink

Outstanding in the Field Returns to Thaxton’s Garlic Farm in Hudson

Once again, Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia will serve as host chef.

by Douglas Trattner May 1, 2025July 15, 2025

News & Views

Ohio Senate Passes Bill That Would Require Hemp Products to Only Be Sold at Marijuana Dispensaries

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has implored lawmakers to regulate or ban delta-8 THC products.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal May 1, 2025June 29, 2025

Music

Livewire: 9 of the Best Concerts to Catch in Cleveland This Weekend

Durand Bernarr, DEHD, Nada Surf and more real music in the real world

by Jeff Niesel May 1, 2025June 5, 2025

News & Views

Cleveland Activists Say Gun Violence Prevention Efforts Are Disjointed — But There’s a Fix

Despite an overall drop in shootings, local leaders are asking the city to centralize resources and strengthen its strategy in a handful of overburdened neighborhoods