In our “Why I wrote this” series, hear directly from our reporters and editors giving you the story behind the story. Read on for details about what led them to produce the stories you see and read on the site everyday.
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Reporting on the Cuyahoga County juvenile justice system
We published a story highlighting a new report that calls into question whether children in the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Justice system are getting the best possible representation.
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A dive into the Cleveland Police oversight problem
These stories answer some questions about how Cleveland Police oversight is–or isn’t–working for Cleveland residents.
Euclid Beach Mobile Home park relocation plan
We published a story on the efforts to relocate more than 100 residents living in 118 units at the Euclid Beach Mobile Home park.
A look at the economics of Issue 2
Today, I take a look at how Issue 2, which would legalize the recreational use of marijuana, could potentially impact small businesses.
Meet your Cleveland City Council president, Blaine Griffin
Our profile explores two sides of Griffin, the pugilist and the peacemaker. He has become the face of a hot political fight this fall as he tries to defeat Issue 38, the People’s Budget charter amendment.
How Tri-C students are engaging voters
I recently talked with several students at Cuyahoga Community College about what they’re doing to get their fellow students more civically engaged.
How the RTA is making public transit safer
RTA introduced ambassadors and co-response teams to its police department a year ago in September of 2022. I thought the one-year mark was a great opportunity to talk to team members and learn how the program works.
Get Hooked on this new comic
When I ran into my old friend Dennis Knowles recently, I was thrilled to hear about his new work creating a comic strip featuring Cleveland characters.
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