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Outgoing Cleveland schools CEO Eric Gordon heads to Tri-C
Gordon said he’ll “develop and implement programs and initiatives that support student development — including programs that increase academic enrichment, expand mentorships and further develop college and career readiness.”
A spotlight on Cleveland Schools’ top 2023 graduates
The district celebrated the achievements of the 62 valedictorians and salutatorians along with their families at a dinner and ceremony.
Cleveland to join new electric aggregator, but delays could cost FirstEnergy customers
City Council chastised the Bibb administration for waiting too long to bring an aggregation contract forward.
Most Recent Meeting Briefs
Cleveland City Council discusses unions for airport concession workers
The committee advanced legistlation to find a new airport concessions manager and to allow airport concessions workers to unionize.
A battle for Ohio ballot initiatives and the cost of Browns Stadium
Voters will decide whether to stiffen requirements for residents and advocacy groups wanting to put issues on statewide election ballots.
Cleveland officials discuss plans for repaving streets, rehabbing parks
Cleveland City Council members said a proposal to use $10 million stimulaus funds for a citywide infrastructure improvement was not enough.
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Government
Sin tax revenue running low for Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse upgrades
The Cleveland Cavaliers have spent most of their allotment of a tax on alcohol and cigarettes approved by voters for arena repairs.
FAQ: The People’s Budget charter amendment and ballot initiative in Cleveland
People’s Budget Cleveland is collecting signatures for a proposed charter amendment that would give residents a more direct say in…
Read the People’s Budget Cleveland proposed charter amendment
People’s Budget Cleveland is collecting signatures for a proposed charter amendment that would give residents a more direct say in…
Education
Tri-C celebrates new president Michael Baston and fundraising campaign with six-figure party
The night had it all: Nearly $9,000 worth of potato and cheddar pierogies. Sparkly gold and bright teal tablecloths. Cuyahoga Community College’s name and logo carved…
CMSD summer arts camps pave the way for more music in schools
The arts camps are free five-week programs available to kids of all ages from all across the district through CMSD’s Summer Learning Experience.
Warren Morgan’s 100 day plan for Cleveland Schools
Cleveland Schools’ next CEO, Warren Morgan, came to his job interviews prepared. Most notably, he brought a plan for his first 100 days on the job. Now that…
Health
Narcan vending machines dispense more than 200 free overdose kits in first months
Since the vending machines were installed in December, the county’s Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) Board reports, more than 110 overdose kits have been distributed.
Cleveland medical debt forgiveness, explained
Cleveland City Council learned how ARPA money would be used to wipe away medical debt for thousands of Clevelanders.
Annual health fair for minority men offers free check-ups
The fair is part of MetroHealth System’s goal of eliminating health disparities.
Economy
Dan O’Malley appealing removal as head of North Shore AFL-CIO Federation of Labor
Dan O’Malley, the former head of the North Shore AFL-CIO Federation of Labor, said Monday that he is appealing his dismissal for not adequately reimbursing the organization for personal expenses charged to a Federation credit card.
Ohio second in U.S. for job growth in April
The Buckeye State gained 18,100 jobs last month. The ample job growth contributed to the 3.7% unemployment rate, the lowest on record. BLS began its current method of…
Inside Cleveland retail workers’ unionizing fight
Starbucks’ employees are at the forefront of a growing effort among retail workers to unionize. Of the roughly 300 stores that now have unions, five are in Greater…
SAFETY & RESILIENCE
Cuyahoga County could save millions through non-police response to mental health crisis calls, new report says
Cuyahoga County could save millions of dollars, disrupt fewer people’s lives and avoid tragedies like the 2020 murder of George Floyd by implementing a non-police response program for people in mental health crises, according to a new report. But the estimated price tag for a pilot program, $1.65 million, is just one…
A ‘Second Chance’ for defendants with older criminal convictions
The Second Chance program was created by Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Michael O’Malley to give some people with a felony record a shot at avoiding a new conviction.
East Cleveland police ends traffic safety collaboration with State Highway Patrol
The Ohio State Highway Patrol helped enforce traffic laws while the East Cleveland Police Department continues to rebuild after a number of officers were indicted on federal charges…