By Vince Robinson Recently, there was a City Club of Cleveland event called The Changing Landscape of Arts and Culture in Northeast Ohio which featured a question and answer session conducted by Rhonda Brown, Chief Strategist for Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy with Jeremy Johnson, President and CEO of the Assembly for the Arts. […]
Posted inNews Briefs, Politics
Bills Pending in Ohio Legislature Seeks to Uplift Black Community
By Gregory Moore There are a number of bills pending in the Ohio Legislature that could have a profound impact on African Americans in the state of Ohio. Many of these bills are tied to longstanding issues related to closing the education, health, and wealth equity gaps that have existed for Black communities in Ohio […]
Posted inFaith
Jesus Cares About You
By Pastor Larry Frazier I heard an interesting story on the news some time ago. There was a Marine Corps sergeant who had been in the service for 11 years. He had been highly decorated for his service to the nation, but when he came forward and announced that he was an illegal immigrant in […]
Posted inArt, Entertainment
August Wilson’s “Jitney” Delivers a Powerful Theatrical Experience
By Vince Robinson Presented by Lakewood’s Beck Center for the Arts, August Wilson’s “Jitney” is a captivating portrayal of life in Pittsburgh’s Hill District in 1970, brought to life by local actors under the direction of Cleveland’s Jimmie Woody. The play premiered on April 5. August Wilson is one of America’s most cherished African American […]
Posted inArt, Entertainment
Travel Beyond Without Leaving Cleveland
By Vince Robinson The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra concluded its 39th season with Bonafide Genius, featuring international bassist, composer, and vocalist Richard Bona, on April 26, at the Maltz Performing Arts Center. Born into a musical family in a village in Cameroon Central Africa, Richard Bona was surrounded by music from a young age. Recognized for […]
Posted inCLEVELAND, Law/Legislation
Cleveland Police Shortage and Recruitment Efforts
By Izzy Aparicio The City of Cleveland struggles to gain and retain police officers. In a meeting of the Cleveland City Council’s Public Safety Committee, Ward 1 Councilman Joe Jones said, “It seems like we’re going from bad to worse.” In the past, the city budgeted for 1,640 officers, but this year the budget allows […]
Posted inBusiness, Community
Algebra Tea House: A Beacon of Community and Cultural Harmony
By Amahriah Ransom Today, we bring you a narrative on the pivotal steps taken by small businesses, exemplified by the journey of Algebra Tea House, nestled at 2136 Murray Hill Rd. in Cleveland, Ohio, radiating warmth and solace. Helmed by Palestinian native Ayman Alkayali, Algebra Tea House isn’t merely a café; it’s a conduit for […]
Posted inFinance
California’s $20 Fast Food Wage: Mixed Impact Ohio for Workers and Businesses
By Izzy Aparicio California’s recent enactment of a new law, establishing a separate minimum wage of $20 specifically for fast-food restaurant employees, has ignited a significant debate. Effective April 1, this wage hike represents a substantial 25% increase for some workers. While many employees welcome the boost in their earnings, business owners are grappling with […]
Posted inCLEVELAND, News Briefs
WWE’s SummerSlam Returns to Cleveland in August
By Izzy Aparicio Get ready, wrestling fans! The WWE SummerSlam event will return to Cleveland for the first time in 28 years. There will be many events such as the Friday Night SmackDown at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Aug. 2 and the main event on Aug. 3, as the action explodes inside Cleveland Browns […]
Posted inCLEVELAND, Community
Block Clubs and How they Build Stronger Communities
By Izzy Aparicio Block clubs, street clubs, and block associations are local organizations that try to help the people in their vicinity by watching out for each other. One might ask, “Why would my neighborhood need a block club?” The answer: every block can use a block club. Popularized by The National Urban League, a […]