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February 7, 2025

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As Trump threatens cuts, Bloomberg steps in to fund new Cleveland City Hall staff

As the Trump administration threatens to strip cities of federal funding, Cleveland is set to receive a boost from Bloomberg Philanthropies.

By Sean McDonnell, cleveland.com

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Is Trump’s balanced budget call a serious proposal or pie in the sky?

President Donald Trump, in a post on Truth Social, seemingly called for a balanced federal budget. But achieving that would be a tall order given the tax cut proposals he's made.

By Robert Higgs, cleveland.com

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Truck smashes natatorium window, causing major ripple effect: Pepper Pike Police Blotter

Guards, clear the pool.

By Thomas Jewell, special to cleveland.com

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Popular country artist cancels performance mid-show: ‘I hope you understand’

Country-pop singer Kelsea Ballerini apologized to fans on Instagram after unexpectedly stopping her show in Buffalo, New York, citing flu-like symptoms.

By Molly Walsh | mwalsh@cleveland.com

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Cavaliers

What Koby Altman discussed in his post-trade deadline press conference

Koby Altman addressed the media on Friday after the trade deadline.

By Ethan Sands, cleveland.com

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Cavaliers

Cavs point guard will compete in the NBA All-Star 3-point contest

The Cavs' point guard, shooting a career-best from beyond the arc, will test his skills on the All-Star stage.

By Ethan Sands, cleveland.com

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Sports 4 Cle

Gauging the impact of Myles Garrett’s trade request: Friday’s Sports 4 CLE

Watch Sports 4 CLE live at 4 p.m. as host Dave Bacon is joined by Garrett Bush, Jacob Roach and Lance Reisland.

By Ashley Bastock, cleveland.com

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Akron

Akron haunted house to offer Valentine’s Day-themed haunts

The Akron Haunted Schoolhouse will host Episode 7, Cupid’s Revenge in Space Feb. 8, Feb. 14 and Feb. 15 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

By Megan Becka, special to cleveland.com

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Beachland Ballroom to host ‘This is Burlesque’

Beachland Ballroom's "This is Burlesque" is scheduled to present classic striptease, vintage glamour and high-energy acts. Stars include Bella Sin and Edie Edison.

By Paris Wolfe, cleveland.com

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Live Entertainment

Sebastian Maniscalco Cleveland tickets: Last-minute seats under $36

Sebastian Maniscalco is performing at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse today, Feb. 7. Tickets are still available online, so grab a seat before the show starts.

By Kaylee Remington, cleveland.com

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