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

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles around the width of a human hair to the size of a pencil eraser and they are in Lake Erie.

by Devin Nunnari January 6, 2026

Our guides and explainers are meant to help you better navigate and understand the ins and outs of life in the 216. From keeping our kids safe to finding affordable housing to understanding the issues you’ll face in the voting booth, Signal Cleveland gives you the information you need to make life easier. We also answer your questions directly in The Follow Up. Find all of that and more below.

More resources and explainers for Clevelanders

CMSD opens online portal to allow families to pick schools for next year

by Franziska Wild January 2, 2026January 6, 2026

Cleveland to open rec centers on New Year’s Day due to forecast

by Frank W. Lewis December 31, 2025January 1, 2026

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

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

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Flu cases in Cleveland are rising – and some pediatricians say kids are getting hit hard

by Celia Hack

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Last-minute toy giveaways and budget-friendly holiday celebrations in Cleveland

by Signal Cleveland Staff December 17, 2025December 19, 2025

What to know before the Cleveland school board votes on the sweeping CMSD school merger plan

by Franziska Wild December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

Winter got an early start in Cleveland. Here are some places to find help

by Signal Cleveland Staff December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

Are you at least 67 years young? The county has lowered minimum age for property tax assistance program

by Frank W. Lewis November 24, 2025

How Cleveland’s aging-in-place city property tax break works and why it isn’t getting much use

by Emma Sedlak November 24, 2025

Could Cleveland return to an elected school board?

by Franziska Wild November 19, 2025November 19, 2025

Find a free winter coat, hat or gloves in Greater Cleveland

by Signal Cleveland Staff November 17, 2025December 10, 2025

Questions about CMSD plans to merge schools and close buildings? Here are some answers

by Franziska Wild November 5, 2025December 3, 2025

Where to find free and affordable Thanksgiving meals and supplies in Cleveland in 2025

by Najee Hall November 5, 2025November 27, 2025

Owed money by your employer? Here are some options for fighting back

by Olivera Perkins November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

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