Clevelanders were complaining about the West Side Market for nearly as long as they’ve been complaining about the airport. Vacant stands, refrigeration problems, accessibility, a lack of prepared foods and space to eat them. While longtime Mayor Frank Jackson never wanted to relinquish a city asset, Mayor Justin Bibb welcomed the independent, nonprofit Cleveland Public Market Corp. to take over management and make improvements, while the city retained ownership overall. Now a $50 million makeover of the landmark is set for summer. Could the same idea work at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, which ranks last in customer satisfaction when compared to similarly sized airports in North America? City Council members are considering the idea, as the airport prepares to rebuild its aging terminal. — Laura |
Overnight Scores and Weather |
|
|
Should the governance of Cleveland Hopkins Airport be transferred to an airport authority? Some members of Cleveland City Council are studying the idea. (Plain Dealer file photo) |
|
|
CLE airport: Members of Cleveland City Council are exploring the possibility of turning over the management of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport to an independent authority, reports Susan Glaser. The airport is currently managed by a director who reports directly to the mayor, with oversight from City Council. The authority could be structured in a number of different ways. One possibility is for the city to maintain ownership of the airport but without day-to-day involvement in operations. Jim Tressel: Does Gov. Mike DeWine want Jim Tressel to be his political caretaker or his political successor? DeWine and Tressel say they haven’t yet discussed the political future of Tressel, a former Ohio State University football coach and retired university administrator from Medina. Jeremy Pelzer reports that Ohio Republican consultants and political experts said they’ve seen no sign so far that Tressel is making any behind-the-scenes moves to run for governor in 2026. Stadium financing: Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne is raising doubts about the Cleveland Browns’ $1.2 billion taxpayer ask for a new $2.4 billion dome stadium, warning that the team’s financial projections, particularly on bed tax revenue, may be overly optimistic. The team laid out a detailed roadmap for how it believes the public’s $1.2 billion share would be covered. Rich Exner breaks down. Today in Ohio: How can the Browns afford to build a $2.4 billion dome in Brook Park? The team laid out its financial plan and how new taxes on visitors and fans could pay for it. We’re talking details on Today in Ohio, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast. |
|
|
Anti-tobacco: For at least 35 years, Gov. Mike DeWine has attempted to wield the machinery of federal and state government to reel in the tobacco industry. The crusade splices him from the bulk of the GOP, reports Jake Zuckerman. DeWine has found mixed success regulating tobacco as governor. On the one hand, he oversaw raising the age to buy tobacco products from 18 to 21. However, Republicans in the Ohio legislature have thwarted him at nearly every turn. Ten Commandments: Public schools could post the Ten Commandments in each classroom under a new Ohio Senate bill, reports Laura Hancock. Senate Bill 34 is likely to renew arguments over the separation of church and state required under the First Amendment that may ultimately be settled in the courts. Vance in Europe: Vice President JD Vance on Friday called for Europe to “step up in a big way to provide for its own defense,” to stop stifling dissenting voices, and stand up for free speech in a high-profile address to a leading forum on international security. Sabrina Eaton reports the speech was a high point of Vance’s first visit to Europe as vice president. Abortion remains: A law requiring fetal remains from surgical abortions — not miscarriages — be buried or cremated has been ruled unconstitutional. Hamilton County Judge Alison Hatheway on Thursday permanently blocked Senate Bill 27 from being enforced, saying it violated Ohio’s abortion rights amendment, Anna Staver reports. |
|
|
Statue lawsuit: The Cleveland Museum of Art on Friday agreed to return to Turkey an ancient statue worth $20 million that the New York District Attorney’s Office said was looted. Adam Ferrise reports the museum came to an agreement with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office to return the statue “Draped Male Figure.” Easing traffic: Problems with the Cleveland area’s road system aren’t expected to get much worse in the coming decades, especially compared to Ohio’s other major urban areas. That’s according to a new Ohio Department of Transportation study, which concluded that the Columbus and Cincinnati areas will encounter far more traffic pressure points than in Cleveland, Akron, and the surrounding area, Jeremy Pelzer reports. Kerry McCormack: Cleveland City Councilman Kerry McCormack announced Friday morning that he won’t seek re-election this fall, leaving another open seat for this upcoming November election, reports Sean McDonnell. McCormack said his time on council has been “a really solid nine years,” pointing to a range of accomplishments from the ongoing renovation of the West Side Market to work across Cleveland to make pedestrians and cyclists safer. Climate change grant: The Trump administration has frozen a $129 million federal grant that Cuyahoga County, Cleveland and Painesville had won last year under the Biden administration to fight climate change, reports Sean McDonnell. President Donald Trump also has frozen a $156 million Solar for All grant that was won by a coalition led by Cleveland nonprofit Growth Opportunity Partners. That money was earmarked for 30 communities across eight states, including Cleveland and Cuyahoga County. City diversity: Greater Cleveland has some of the most diverse cities in Ohio, accounting for large pockets of Black, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino people, according to census estimates. Zachary Smith reports that approximately 23.5% of Ohio’s population is considered a minority, more than 1-in-5 Ohioans. However, minorities are often pocketed into specific neighborhoods. Council removal: A man arrested at Tuesday’s Cuyahoga County Council meeting was released from jail Wednesday, Olivia Mitchell reports. No charges have been filed against Rev. Evan Bunch after Cuyahoga County sheriff’s deputies carried him out of the meeting by his hands and feet. Snow totals: A winter storm has brought a good bit of snow to Northeast Ohio, with an eastern Cuyahoga County suburb leading the way but several western suburbs also recording decent amounts. Cliff Pinckard reports Highland Heights had just over 7 inches of snow on the ground as of 8 p.m. Sunday. Our Best Life: While Americans like to go to parties, few like to host. And we’re suffering from a lack of social events. On her birthday weekend, Laura Johnston urges everyone to commit to hosting two parties a year. |
|
|
NIH cuts: Groundbreaking solutions could be delayed — or never discovered at all — at Northeast Ohio research institutions if President Donald Trump’s intended cuts to federal research funding take place, report Julie Washington and Zachary Smith. Overall, more than $985 million has been invested in Northeast Ohio since 2020 from NIH grants, predominately in Cuyahoga County. Nursing program: A new program at the University of Akron will give 12 incoming high school graduates mentoring and a direct pathway to the university’s highly competitive certified registered nurse anesthetist program, reports Julie Washington. Participants in the new program — called Early Assurance Pathway — will be mentored by anesthesia faculty members and get help meeting their academic and clinical goals. |
|
|
iPad shooting: A Cleveland man is charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a Strongsville man who tried to sell an iPad at a gas station, reports Olivia Mitchell. Shaheed Rakin Mincy, 19, is charged in East Cleveland Municipal Court with aggravated murder in the slaying of of Maher M. Salti, 45. Murder conviction: A Cleveland man was found guilty Friday of aggravated murder in the April 2022 shooting death of a pregnant woman. David Gambino reports a jury found Gary Oliver, 24, was part of a group that set up an attempted robbery and killing of a marijuana dealer, but instead killed Trinity Greer and her unborn baby. Murder indictment: A Cuyahoga County grand jury on Friday handed up an indictment charging Joseph Littlejohn, 21, of East Cleveland, with aggravated murder, gross abuse of a corpse, aggravated robbery and other charges in the death of Michelle Arnold, 23, of Maple Heights, David Gambino reports. Arnold, 23, was first reported missing Oct. 26, 2023, from Banbury Apartments in Warrensville Heights. High school death: A Cleveland man pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the January 2024 shooting death of a Glenville High School athlete, reports David Gambino. Meon’Te Robinson, 23, pleaded guilty Wednesday to involuntary manslaughter and lesser charges in the Jan. 5, 2024, death of 17-year-old Te’Vion Cunningham. |
|
|
House of the Week: A blend of Georgian and Midcentury Modern influences gives 2503 Snowberry Lane its distinctive curb appeal, reports Joey Morona. Built in 1969 in Pepper Pike, this five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home offers a functional floor plan with timeless design and modern updates. Culinary teamup: STEAK in Tremont is partnering with Sushi 86 to create a seasonal patio concept with hand-rolled sushi and specialty cocktails. Alex Darus reports STEAK announced the news Friday for the new concept, dubbed SUSHI. Reopening: Z!Eats, formerly Zoup!, is reopening its Independence location at the end of this month, officially launching its rebranded fast-casual dining concept, Alex Darus reports. Classic CLE: Bay of Pigs is Peter Chakerian’s favorite sandwich. It has just about everything he liked to sample as a kid at Danny Boy’s. It’s fashioned after a medianoche, or a “late-night” Cuban sandwich and staple of Havana’s nightclub circuit. |
|
|
Akron man accused in fatal assault of 5-month-old infant Read more Middleburg Heights deer population far exceeds state average, study shows Read more African drummer shares rhythm of Senegalese culture with Berea Read more New fundraising record set by Independence Athletic Boosters Read more Charter change debate continues during Pepper Pike council meeting Read more Solon board approves $2.7 million high school natatorium restoration Read more |
|
|
NEW! Terry's Talkin' with Terry Pluto Newsletter |
Connect with Northeast Ohio’s favorite sports columnist as Terry shares his exclusive thoughts and insights on Cleveland sports teams, as well as issues on personal faith like in his popular weekly Faith & You column. There's one caveat, though. This is an exclusive newsletter for cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer loyal subscribers. Not a subscriber? That's ok. You can receive a few weeks of Terry’s newsletter as a free trial. In either case, click here sign up. |
|
|
Want the top headlines but don't have time to read? Listen to cleveland.com’s Today in Ohio podcast on Spotify, Google or Apple Podcasts. |
|
|
WANT TO SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER WITH A FRIEND? |
Did someone share this newsletter with you? Click here to never miss a day! |
|
|
To contact the newsrooms for any of our publications regarding technical support, news tips, classified ads and other inquiries, please click here. |
|
|
Unlimited Digital Access. |
|
|
Start today for $1 (cancel anytime) |
| |
|
Start today for $1 (cancel anytime) |
| |
|
INTERESTED IN ADVERTISING
OR SPONSORING OUR NEWSLETTERS? |
|
|
You received this email because you opted in to the newsletter. To ensure receipt of our emails, please add newsletters@update.cleveland.com to your address book or safe sender list. 4800 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn OH 44144 Contact us | Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy |
|
|
|
