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Starbucks Strike Hits Northeast Ohio Locations
Westlake and Cleveland Starbucks locations were part of a nationwide strike by baristas. Baristas at multiple Starbucks locations across the United States, including stores in Westlake and downtown Cleveland, have joined a rolling strike in coordination with a national labor campaign. The walk-outs correlate with the company’s high-profile “Red Cup Day” promotion and target unresolved contract negotiations with the union representing its workers. In Westlake’s retail hub of C
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FitzGerald's Trump Ballroom Video is Going Viral
Ed FitzGerald's campaign released a video of Trump's ballroom that is going viral on social media. A blistering new video from 7th District Congressional candidate Ed FitzGerald is catching fire online — and it’s not hard to see why. The former FBI Special Agent, now taking on incumbent Rep. Max Miller, has ignited national attention with a sharp-edged attack on Donald Trump’s newly built $300 million White House ballroom — a project critics have already dubbed “Marie Antoine
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Oct 312 min read


Brook Park Browns? Cleveland Reaches Tentative Deal With Haslam and the Browns
After months of legal wrangling and political maneuvering, the city of Cleveland has reached a $100 million agreement with the Cleveland Browns and Haslam Sports Group that clears the way for the team’s relocation to Brook Park. The deal, approved by the city’s planning commission and awaiting final council authorization, ends a heated chapter in the city’s relationship with its NFL franchise. Under the agreement, the Browns will pay the city a total of $100 million, includin
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Oct 272 min read


Ohioans Voted for Less Gerrymandering. Now They Are About to Get More Than Ever Before.
In 2018, Ohio Voters overwhelmingly voted to reduce gerrymandering, but that's not what's happening. In 2018, Ohio voters overwhelmingly...
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Oct 72 min read


With Browns Latest Loss, Could Stefanski Get Fired?
Could Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski be headed for the exits? The Cleveland Browns are off to another frustrating start, sitting at 1-3 and...
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Sep 302 min read


Miller’s National Guard Plan Draws Fire From FitzGerald, Local Leaders
Max Miller's call for the National Guard to be sent to Cleveland is being called out as a fraud. Congressman Max Miller’s proposal to...
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Sep 172 min read


Staffing Cuts and New Directives Strain Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Millions visit the Cuyahoga Valley National Park each year. Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio — Cuyahoga Valley National Park, one of...
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Sep 102 min read


Browns Stadium Blocked?
The Cleveland Browns plan for a new stadium has hit a snag. The Cleveland Browns’ proposal to build a new domed stadium in Brook Park has...
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Aug 282 min read


FITZGERALD FILES ETHICS COMPLAINT AGAINST CONGRESSMAN MAX MILLER
This giant billboard, paid for by tax dollars, stares down at motorists driving on Route 237 in Brook Park. The campaign of Democrat Ed...
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Aug 182 min read


Veterans Administration Workers Lose Union Rights After New Trump Administration Directive
The Trump administration’s decision to terminate union contracts at the Department of Veterans Affairs has left hundreds of employees at...
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Aug 172 min read


Thousands Gather for Memorial Service for Slain Lorain Police Officer
A solemn crowd filled Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in downtown Cleveland to honor the life and service of Lorain Police Officer Phillip...
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Aug 42 min read


FitzGerald Shakes Up Ohio’s 7th District Race with Hard-Hitting Launch Video, Viral Momentum
In a political development that has electrified Ohio’s 7th Congressional District, Ed FitzGerald—former FBI Special Agent, prosecutor,...
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Jul 282 min read


Constituents Fill the Void After Rep. Max Miller Cancels Again
Constituents Fill the Void After Rep. Max Miller Cancels Again Original reporting by Samantha Ann Illius, West Life (July 2, 2025) Ed...
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Jul 92 min read


Shedeur Sanders Sparks Browns Speculation with Instagram Post
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, sparked buzz among Cleveland Browns fans after sharing an...
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Jul 81 min read


Local Group Steps Up After Max Miller Cancels Town Hall
After U.S. Rep. Max Miller (R–OH-7) canceled a long-awaited town hall last month in Westlake—citing a last-minute family emergency—local constituents and grassroots organizers are stepping up to fill the void.
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Jun 252 min read


UPDATE: Max Miller’s Evasion Continues—Two Town Halls, No Show
As our original article highlighted , it’s been over a year since Congressman Max Miller held a genuine town hall meeting with his...
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May 302 min read


Heart of Ohio News Spotlighted by Signal Cleveland as Local Journalism Gains Ground
Heart of Ohio News , a rising force in Ohio’s local media revival, has been featured in Signal Cleveland ’s “Weekly Chatter” for its...
Cory Antoncic
Apr 231 min read


"Wait-and-See"- How Jerome Powell’s Remarks on April 16 Impact the Northeast Ohio Economy
Interest Rates & Borrowing Costs Powell signaled no immediate interest rate cuts as inflation remains above the 2% target. Rates are...
Cory Antoncic
Apr 171 min read


Northeast Ohio News Updates - Week of Apr 14
A range of developments have been making headlines across Northeast Ohio this week, from law enforcement updates to major economic...
Cory Antoncic
Apr 152 min read


Tariffs To Cause Turmoil For Northeast Ohio Consumers and Workers
President Trump's recently announced tariffs are expected to have significant negative effects on both consumers and workers in Northeast...
Cory Antoncic
Apr 72 min read
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