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Tired of seeing trash in your Cleveland neighborhood? Tell us about it

Old tires, bags of household trash, discarded mattresses, and heaps of contractor debris are being left on empty lots and at vacant homes, according to city data. Cleveland City Council Member Nikki Hudson wants the city to step up illegal dumping enforcement.

by Najee Hall October 9, 2026October 9, 2026

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