Listen to this articleAmaya Gentry On Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14151, “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing.” The order directs federal officials to terminate specified DEI and DEIA programs and activities. Executive Order 13985 was revoked the same day by a separate order, Executive Order 14148, “Initial […]
Posted inCLEVELAND, Development, Headline News
CEDRC tables UH plan to demolish 12 East 115th Street homes
Listen to this articleStaff Writer Editor’s note: Ron Calhoun, publisher of The Cleveland Observer, serves on the Central East Design Review Committee since. Calhoun attended the Sept. 10 meeting and participated in the discussion and voted to table the University Hospitals proposal. Design reviewers want University Hospitals to show what would replace the century-old houses […]
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Trump taps Cleveland Heights pastor for CDC role
Listen to this articleStaff Writer Trump says longtime ally Darrell Scott will advise on tobacco health as questions remain about the role’s scope and how his community experience will shape federal policy CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — President Donald Trump has announced that Cleveland Heights pastor Darrell Scott will serve as an adviser on tobacco health […]
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Paying for therapy: Insurance or private pay?
Listen to this articleJennifer Bailey When choosing to seek therapy, the next decision is not necessarily which therapist to choose; it is whether to pay privately or use insurance. Both private pay and insurance have their benefits and challenges, which is why it is imperative to explore both options to decide which is best for […]
Posted inCLEVELAND, Headline News, Law/Legislation
August 28th City Record Update: Cleveland approves $900,000 management training contract
Listen to this articleStaff Writer Aug. 28th City Record also details nearly $2 million in equipment and utility contracts, Opportunity Corridor land purchase and upcoming marijuana dispensary appeal CLEVELAND — Cleveland’s Board of Control approved a $900,000 contract for citywide management training, along with nearly $2 million in utility, vehicle and equipment purchases, according to […]
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NO Menthol Spoken Word Poetry Contest to Ignite Dialogue on Tobacco Justice in Cleveland
Listen to this articleVillage of Healing has partnered with the African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC) and The Poet Life for an evening of powerful Spoken Word Poetry, education, and youth empowerment. Cleveland, Ohio — September 11, 2026 — Village of Healing, in partnership with the African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC) and […]
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Let’s talk about it: The cost of code-switching
Listen to this articleJennifer Bailey The desire to be valued and accepted extends from our personal to our professional lives. But what happens when you don’t feel like you can be yourself at work and you have to hide or change aspects of yourself to fit in? This is called code-switching. The term is commonly […]
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Northern Wind Martial Arts continues to blow across The Land
By Ron Calhoun A product of the Glenville neighborhood, Grand Master Greg Mayo has been teaching Martial Arts for over 50 years. Mayo says he is still learning at 71 years old. He has a faith-based outlook of what life is about, and he incorporates his spiritual understanding into Martial Science. Mayo’s instructions are based on the […]
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Which Cleveland nonprofit websites serve residents best?
Listen to this articleAsha Kartha Many Clevelanders rely on social services and nonprofits in the community to get their basic needs met, but the digital age has exposed gaps in the quality of resources offered by local groups. This isn’t just a question of aesthetics; a website that is out of date and difficult to […]
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Camara paints the soul, captivates the senses
Listen to this articleA’Niyah Williamson Camara Goodrich creates multidisciplinary mixed-media artwork that explores identity, nature, spirituality and the human experience. Through texture, unconventional materials and pieces that change under different lighting, Goodrich creates work designed to engage both the senses and emotions. Who is Camara? Goodrich’s mixed-media art pieces explore the mind, heart and soul. […]
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Pastor Jeff Jackson finds purpose through faith
Listen to this articleBrittany Ervin Pain, loss and suffering brought Pastor Jeff Jackson closer to Christ. After reaching a point where he no longer wanted to live, his life changed after someone gave him a Bible during one of his darkest moments. Today, Jackson serves as senior pastor of Shaker Heights Community Church, where he […]
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How sports betting ads influence bettors
Listen to this articleAmaya Gentry In 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court, in Murphy v. NCAA, struck down the federal prohibition and allowed states to authorize sports wagering Sports betting advertising has since become a prominent part of televised sports and other media. According to an ESPN article citing Nielsen Ad Intel research commissioned by the […]
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Cleveland approves millions for North Coast Connector, City Hall design work
Recent city actions also cover fire equipment, property sales and upcoming zoning decisions CLEVELAND — Cleveland officials approved millions of dollars in additional professional services for the North Coast Connector and City Hall modernization projects, according to city records published Aug. 7 and Aug. 14. The actions were approved by Cleveland’s Board of Control and […]
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Mental health: Better responses, better outcomes
Listen to this articleJennifer Bailey Instead of relying primarily on jail or hospital emergency departments for people experiencing mental health crises, communities are turning to collabortive programs to provide support and individualized care. Programs such as the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) and Support Team Assisted Response (STAR) in Denver Co. exemplify this approach. CIT programs, […]
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Let’s talk about it: Why boundaries matter
Listen to this articleJennifer Bailey The word “boundaries” is often used without a clear understanding of what it means. Many view them as harsh and rigid barriers meant to keep others out. However, Annie Campanile, a certified professional co-active coach who supports clinicians and senior leaders in hospitals and healthcare systems through high-stakes communication and […]
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State awards $2.5M for local housing projects
Listen to this articleBrooke Adams Five Cuyahoga County organizations will receive $2.5 million in state grants to purchase, build or rehabilitate owner-occupied homes through the Welcome Home Ohio program, which state officials say is intended to expand access to affordable homeownership. On May 29, Gov. Mike DeWine announced $26.9 million in Welcome Home Ohio grants […]
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Cyclospora cases rise sharply in Cuyahoga County
Listen to this articleCleveland Observer Staff Editor’s note: Information in this story reflects public health guidance and case information available as of July 23. Cuyahoga County health officials are investigating a sharp increase in Cyclospora infections connected to a multistate outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration FDA. […]
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More than a degree: Why networking matters
Listen to this articleKonner Hines For many college students, the hardest part of higher education isn’t found inside the classroom. It’s what comes after. While students continue balancing coursework, extracurricular activities and part-time jobs, many are simultaneously trying to navigate another challenge: Learning how to enter a professional world whose unwritten rules they were never […]
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Transit, schools and development lead July’s news update across Cleveland and Cuyahoga County
Listen to this articleCleveland Observer Staff Transportation funding, school consolidation, lakefront development and neighborhood infrastructure were among the major public issues affecting Cleveland and its inner-ring suburbs in July. Government records also show local action on a proposed developmental disabilities levy, road projects, accessory dwelling units and a public authority connected to the planned Cleveland […]
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The digital town square: Searching for civility in the age of social media
Listen to this articleStaff Writer Editors note: This story is based on a Nextdoor neighborhood discussion prompted by a post from Satin Smith. Commenters in the discussion were identified by their first names. Smith approved the use of her post for this story. The post, shared on Nextdoor by Noble Road resident Satin Smith, drew […]
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Beyond the badge: Rethinking mental health crises
Listen to this articleBy Jennifer Bailey Communities are expanding alternatives for people experiencing mental health crises.Police-based programs such as the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) initiatives can give people entering the criminal justice system a path to treatment and support. However, some communities are implementing an approach that does not involve law enforcement. The Sequential Intercept […]
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Faith in the age of social media
Listen to this articleBy Amaya Gentry Religion is more accessible than ever in the age of social media. Apps can remind believers to pray, and search engines can answer religious questions more quickly than traditional reference methods. During and after the COVID-19 pandemic, pastors also found many online ways to keep congregants connected to the […]
Posted inCLEVELAND, Living, Wealth
Higher travel costs change summer plans
Listen to this articleBy Marissa Valentine As summer begins, Clevelanders make travel plans, whether by road or by air. Travel across the United States is increasing across various modes of transportation. According to AAA’s fuel price site, gas prices for regular unleaded in the greater Cleveland area range from $3.82 to $4.85 per gallon, fluctuating […]
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As cyclospora illnesses surge to a record, Michigan officials eye lettuce as a possible cause
Listen to this articleMIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora are surging, with state-level data suggesting that 2026 is already the nation’s worst year for reported cases. More than 30 states have reported infections this year, and current data from them shows the number of infections surpassing […]
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US home prices hit an all-time high as sales slow and mortgage rates rise
Listen to this articleBy ALEX VEIGA AP Business Writer Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in June, but a key measure of home prices climbed to an all-time high, adding to affordability challenges for prospective homebuyers. Existing home sales fell 2.4% last month from May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million […]
