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An urban vineyard in Cleveland’s Hough neighborhood produces wine, second chances

By Erica Prange ● Arts & Culture ● August 24, 2026

“If we were to say Château Westlake or Château Solon, nobody would have raised an eyebrow. We say Château Hough and people do a double take. What we’re basically saying is that the land we occupy in Hough is just as valuable to us as the land the people in Hunting Valley occupy.”

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Clevelander Justine Siegal says “Play Ball” for inaugural season of Women’s Professional Baseball League

By Christopher Johnston ● Arts & Culture ● August 13, 2026

The league is partially the result of her lifelong mission to break the barrier for women in professional baseball.

What to know about Trump’s new attempt to limit birthright citizenship

By The Associated Press ● Government ● August 9, 2026

The Trump administration has announced renewed efforts to limit birthright citizenship for children born to immigrant parents under specific circumstances and children who are the result of “birth tourism.”

Black LGBTQ+ women aren’t safe in Cleveland, but they’re finding ways to thrive

By Elizabeth Randolph-Montgomery & The Buckeye Flame ● Social Equity ● August 6, 2026

In 2020, an analysis by Bloomberg CityLab ranked Cleveland as the worst city for Black women to live. For Black LGBTQ+ women, the struggles are real.

The Return of the AAHCC: A tribute to one of the Land’s own

By Ariane Sroubek ● Arts & Culture ● August 4, 2026

“I want all Cleveland hip-hop artists to know…as I look at the people who come after me, I am so proud that the legacy of Cleveland hip-hop continued.”

From Leo’s Casino’s legacy to Leo’s Arts & Music Collaboratory: Preserving history, building community

By Octavia S. Hicks ● Arts & Culture ● July 31, 2026

Leo’s Arts & Music Collaboratory is preserving Cleveland’s musical history while creating opportunities for artists, entrepreneurs and residents of all ages to learn, create and connect.

Survivor of human trafficking in Elyria now a fierce advocate for other survivors: Part 2

By Christopher Johnston ● Public Safety ● July 30, 2026

Survivor of human trafficking in Elyria now a fierce advocate for other survivors

By Christopher Johnston ● Public Safety ● July 29, 2026

After enduring multiple human traffickers, Brittany Figlar is now fighting for systemic change to how we approach survivors.

Crowdfunding has become a lifeline for LGBTQ+ Ohioans of color

By Siaara Freeman & The Buckeye Flame ● Social Equity ● July 20, 2026

Community members say online fundraisers and mutual aid are filling gaps left by housing, healthcare and employment systems.

Empowering The Culture: Tristan Wheeler’s vision for gaming beyond the screen

By Tim Zaun ● Arts & Culture ● July 15, 2026

“Games culture is about people. While gaming is often viewed only as entertainment, it can also create opportunities for leadership development, teamwork, creativity, technical skills and relationship-building.”