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What you need to know Tuesday, June 30, 2020 WEATHER
Temps will be a bit warmer today, with highs in the mid-80s and sunny skies. It will remain clear overnight and lows will be in the mid-60s. Read more.
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Cleveland virus spike: The number of coronavirus cases in Cleveland has seen an alarming jump in the days following social protests on and around May 30. Robert Higgs reports Cleveland's daily case rate has quadrupled since mid-June, coinciding with increased movement and openings in the city and not necessarily directly tied to the protests themselves.
Health orders extended: A handful of public health orders related to the coronavirus that are to expire Wednesday have been extended for a week. Laura Hancock breaks down the set of orders that were set to expire.
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This Week in the CLE: What is behind Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s flip flop on his coronavirus strategy? The governor is embracing a county by county approach that he once called a disaster. That’s the discussion on This Week in the CLE, cleveland.com’s daily news podcast. This Week in the CLE: What is Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder thinking in wanting to withdraw the Statehouse from the Columbus city limits? This Week in the CLE, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast, discusses the idea.
Hilton bailout: A Cuyahoga County Council committee raised no serious objections Monday to a proposed $7.9 million bailout of the Hilton Cleveland Downtown after hearing about the publicly owned hotel’s financial problems. Peter Krouse reports the full council still must vote on the proposal.
Hilton Q&A: Have questions about Hilton Cleveland’s actual owner or the proposed taxpayer bailout of the downtown hotel? Peter Krouse has answers to this and many other questions about the site’s finances in this FAQ.
Police training: In the wake of numerous police-involved deaths and subsequent protests in recent years, a lot of attention is now being paid to the training that law-enforcement officers receive. Jeremy Pelzer explains the lesson plans, handouts and worksheets for some courses every Ohio law-enforcement officer must take.
Coronavirus numbers: New reported cases of the coronavirus in Ohio exceeded 700 on Monday. Laura Hancock reports this pushes the state past 51,000 confirmed cases since the crisis began. Eleven additional confirmed or probable deaths also were reported. Rich Exner breaks down the trends in the numbers in his latest analysis.
Cleveland numbers: The state of Ohio has confirmed that 43 more Clevelanders have been infected with COVID-19 coronavirus, Robert Higgs reports. The new cases push the total confirmed cases in Cleveland to 2,288. No new deaths from the coronavirus were reported.
School guidelines: Mike DeWine announced that state guidelines for reopening schools in the fall should be released on Thursday, a week after the expected date. Emily Bamforth reports that the governor originally said on June 16 that guidelines could be expected within 10 days and then extended that deadline.
Ohio nursing homes: Gov. Mike DeWine announced today that outdoor visits with residents of nursing homes in the state will resume starting July 20. According to Jeremy Pelzer, additional safety standards must still be met, including testing for all residents and staff.
Visitation policy: The Cleveland Clinic has adjusted its policies for inpatient visits. Evan MacDonald reports that the hospital will now allow most admitted patients to designate one visitor during their stay. The policy only applies to those who have tested negative for the coronavirus.
Former director sues county: The ousted Cuyahoga County budget director has sued the county and its top leaders in a federal lawsuit. John Caniglia reports Maggie Keenan says she was a victim of retaliation because she was a whistleblower, repeatedly raising concerns about safety at the jail, discrimination in the workplace and criminal misconduct by a top administrator.
Zagara’s lawsuit: The former human resources manager at Zagara’s Marketplace in Cleveland Heights has filed a lawsuit that accuses the store’s owner of firing her because she hired too many Black employees. Cory Shaffer reports the lawsuit accuses John Zagara of discriminating against Marcia Jacobs because she refused directions from him that would have resulted in discriminatory hiring practices.
Fall classes: Teachers are planners are used to change, but the coronavirus pandemic is putting these skills to the test as districts figure out what fall might look like. Emily Bamforth explains some of the factors Ohio’s educators are dealing with as they prepare for multiple contingencies that may occur during the upcoming school year.
A ridiculous rallying cry: Troy Smith weighs in on the “Black Lives Matter” vs. “All Lives Matter” debate. Read what Smith had to say about Vice President Mike Pence’s recent comments on the issue.
Cedar Point reservations: In advance of Cedar Point opening on July 9, the park has opened its online reservation system for passholders to reserve. Susan Glaser reports early days will be held between 10,000 to 12,000 reservations and provides additional details on how the system will work.
Akron public art: Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan is expected to present City Council with a proposal for a new public art program. Robin Goist reports the program includes creating a nine-member commission and earmarking tax dollars to fund public art and will be part of the larger Akron Cultural Plan.
Protester sues Cleveland: A protester who marched in Cleveland against police brutality sued the city Monday, alleging that he was a victim of what he demonstrated against. John Caniglia shares the story of Ryan O’Connor, who alleges a police officer used excessive force during George Floyd demonstrations.
Supreme Court ruling: The Supreme Court has struck down a Louisiana abortion law, similar to Ohio’s, requiring doctors to have agreements with nearby hospitals. Sabrina Eaton and Laura Hancock report on the decision and what it could mean for abortion providers in Ohio.
Swastika pizza: Middleburg Heights couple Jason and Misty Laska could not imagine that their last-minute Saturday night dinner would go viral. Jane Morice reports how the Laskas were shocked to find a backward swastika made of pepperoni on a pizza they purchased from Little Caesar’s.
Brooks Brothers: High-end clothing store Brooks Brothers, a mainstay of the Avenue at Tower City in Cleveland, will not reopen its doors after it closed because of the coronavirus, Eric Heisig reports. The closing is the latest blow to the downtown retail destination that has struggled in recent years to retain tenants.
Popular spots reopening: The East Bank of the Flats will be getting a much-needed boost as Punch Bowl Social has announced plans to open its doors next month. Joey Morona reports the food and game complex plans to reopen on July 13 with enhanced safety protocols. Additionally, Anne Nickoloff reports that Hilarities plans to reopen on July 16 with Cleveland native John Caparulo performing.
BBQ Sauce Guide: Planning a backyard barbecue for the Fourth of July this year? If so, Brenda Cain and Yadi Rodriguez look to provide you with a plethora of options, from sweet to spicy and local to national, to help you get that perfect flavor for your ribs, chicken, steak and beyond.
Beer survey: A recent survey of almost 4,000 Americans sought to discover the most popular light beer in the United States. Marc Bona reports that Bud Light finished first in Ohio, followed closely by none, a potential nod to the state’s craft beer popularity.
Pandemic painting: Several Northeast Ohio artists have submitted works to the Great American Paint In. Anne Nickoloff reports the project looks to capture portraits of life during the pandemic focusing on paintings, sketches and other forms of media.
Hawk on Hawk: Skating legend Tony Hawk recently sat down to discuss his career and answer some of the most popular questions asked about him on Google. Check out his answers in this video from cleveland.com’s sister site WIRED.
A shared love of travel: A local couple that shares a passion for travel decided to take their engagement photos at Cleveland Hopkins Airport. Mary Wills and Mac Kelly have traveled to 49 states together and plan to visit the 50th, Hawaii, for their honeymoon. Anne Nickoloff shares their story and engagement photos.
Councilman pushes to rename Cleveland school honoring one of America’s Founding Fathers Read more
Man shot to death in Cleveland’s Central neighborhood, officials say Read more
Man charged in fatal shooting at Cleveland gas station Read more
Ricocheting bullet fired during fight inside Cleveland bar hits bystander, police say Read more
Cleveland man accused of robbing teen at gunpoint at Akron gas station, fleeing police Read more
Elderly man robbed in Akron home by 2 males, police say Read more
Cleveland Heights stops workouts after student-athlete tests positive for coronavirus Read more
Cleveland Heights moves forward with dialogue on race, police, privilege -- and some promise Read more
Cleveland Heights City Council confers with Citizens for an Elected Mayor transition team Read more
Beachwood Mayor Horwitz remains in hospital awaiting surgery Read more
Brecksville City Council begins process to remove Jack Petsche from council seat due to indictment Read more
Parma Heights Fire Department short-staffed, and it may affect Parma Fire Read more
Medina County Fair vendors agree to halt sale and display of Confederate flag merchandise Read more
Wooster schools may pull out of Wayne County Fair if confederate flags sold Read more
Summer camps back on at west side YMCA branches Read more
Lakewood set to open pools July 1 at Lakewood and Madison parks Read more
Akron Public Schools release preliminary recommendations for restarting this fall Read more
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens opens for the season; implements social distancing practices Read more
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