Cleveland City Council is the legislative governing body of the city. The 17 members are elected to four-year terms, unless appointed to fill a mid-term vacancy. Each Council member represents about 25,000 people. Council members serve two roles in their duties: to draft and enact legislation for the city of Cleveland and act as ombudspersons for their constituents.

Signal Cleveland reporters and Cleveland Documenters report on and explain what is happening. From our meeting briefs to a closer look at issues before Council, we inform Greater Clevelanders about information that is important to them and their neighbors.

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New Cleveland City Council term begins with cheers and a call for trust

Twelve returning members and three first-time members make up the 119th Cleveland City Council. Council Member Brian Kazy called for the Mayor Justin Bibb Administration to better trust council.

by Cleveland Documenters January 8, 2026

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A year of Cleveland photos: politics, celebrations and everyday moments

Signal Cleveland’s reporters and freelancers took thousands of photos throughout 2025. Here are some of our favorites.

by Michael Indriolo and Signal Cleveland Staff January 5, 2026

DigitalC says more than 7,500 Cleveland households signed up for low-cost internet

The nonprofit internet service provider says it signed up 4,700 Cleveland households for internet meeting its 2025 goal. It will have to sign up more than 7,000 Cleveland households in 2026.

by Frank W. Lewis December 30, 2025December 30, 2025

Do you have ‘neighbors from hell’? Here’s how to get Cleveland to help with nuisance law violations

The city updated its nuisance law to make it easier to go after owners of properties that are sources of trouble for their neighbors.

by Frank W. Lewis and Najee Hall December 29, 2025December 30, 2025

Who will pay for Cleveland’s Free Stamp makeover?

The iconic sculpture at Willard Park has been taking a beating from our weather and from visitors. But a mystery surrounds who is really responsible for paying for its next paint job.

by Mark Naymik December 22, 2025

The 216 explained:

Yes, there are microplastics in Lake Erie. Here’s what you need to know

by Devin Nunnari January 6, 2026

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It’s a wrap! Council finishes for 2025 with Browns stadium deal, farewells to outgoing members

Cleveland City Council. Dec. 1, 2025. Documented by Tucker Handley.

by Cleveland Documenters December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

Departing Cleveland City Council members say farewell — and give advice for next year’s members

Weekly Chatter: Five council members are leaving and three new members are joining as council’s old 17-ward map gives way to the new 15-ward configuration.

by Nick Castele December 8, 2025December 9, 2025

‘We’re going to take action’: City Council committee advances Tanisha’s Law despite administration’s objections

City officials asked for more time to study the issue but Safety Committee Chair Michael Polensek predicted the bill would pass early next year.

by Frank W. Lewis December 5, 2025January 6, 2026

‘I am really proud of the work’: Meet Cleveland Documenter Alicia Moreland

The Bellaire-Puritas resident loves rabbits and writing. Becoming a Documenter has changed her perspective on civic engagement in Cleveland.

by Najee Hall December 3, 2025

Cleveland’s $100 million Browns deal wins City Council approval after push to spend more settlement money in neighborhoods

Before the vote, council diverted $5 million to neighborhoods that otherwise would have gone to the lakefront.

by Nick Castele December 1, 2025December 9, 2025

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