Cleveland wind project awarded $40 million DOE grant to develop Lake wind farm
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded $40 million to the Lake Erie Energy Development Corp, or LEEDCo, to engineer and build a 20 megawatt wind farm in Lake Erie.
New Tamir Rice petition calls for new grand jury on officers’ conduct once prosecutor takes office
A new petition started by the Tamir Rice Justice Committee is asking Democratic prosecutor-elect Michael O’Malley to convene a new grand jury to decide on criminal charges against the two officers involved in the shooting of 12-year-old Tamir.
Women still lagging in behind-the-curtain theater professions, despite their ticket-buying clout
Just how groundbreaking is “Steel Magnolias’ ” all-female design team?
Sorry, but there’s no hope for a better Hillary Clinton: Kevin O’Brien
If ascension to high office were going to make Hillary Clinton less paranoid or more honest, we’d have seen it by now.
Tyrone Noling’s death penalty appeal highlights need for access to DNA testing: Jim Petro (Opinion)
If a prisoner who is not on death row in Ohio seeks DNA testing and that request is denied, he is entitled to appellate review of that denial. A prisoner on death row is not provided this same appellate review, writes former Ohio Attorney General Jim Petro.
$2.4 million Westlake home has private theater and cabana house: House of the Week (photos)
This Westlake beauty, located at 29997 Chairmans Rowe, is over 7,000 square feet with five bedrooms and seven baths along with an outstanding outdoor living area currently on the market for $2,400,000.
Free pepper spray training courses offered to local law enforcement in preparation for the Republican National Convention
Nearly 20 officers from 13 departments across Northeast Ohio traveled to Canton this week for free pepper spray training courses in preparation for the RNC.
‘Roots’: Images from the 1977 original and new 2016 miniseries
The original 12-hour version of ‘Roots’ aired in 1977. An eight-hour retooling of the ‘Roots’ saga begins at 9 p.m. Monday, May 30, on History, A&E and Lifetime.
First taste of RNC food, look at flowers in Cleveland showcase
Five caterers and six florists showed up at Quicken Loans arena in Cleveland on Thursday, hoping to entice a variety of convention organizers to buy their wares.
Paletriotic ale to be out in time for RNC
A collaboration between Platform Beer Co. and Heinen’s has resulted in Paletriotic, an American Pale Ale.
Restored B-29 bomber ‘Doc’ to soar again (slideshow)
The B-29 bomber “Doc” has Cleveland roots and was rescued with the help of a Clevelander. It will be one of just two flying World War II B-29s in the world.
Before you see ‘X-Men: Apocalypse,’ the ‘X-Men’ timeline, explained
Let’s face it, the “X-Men” movies are confusing. We try to explain the messy, convoluted timeline.
Meet the celeberity judges for Cutest Dog Contest: Vote til noon for your favorite (poll)
Meet the celebrity judges for our Cutest Dog Contest 2016.
President Obama must meet with Hiroshima survivors: Yume Satou and Ash Murthy (Opinion)
There is a strong current of hope running through the community of survivors that the president will take the time to meet with them separately, write software engineers Yume Satou and Ash Murthy. Satou is a former resident of the city of Hiroshima.
Should a student be an authorized user or joint owner on parents’ credit card: Money Matters
If I am added to my parents’ credit card so I can begin building a credit record, what are the major benefits of this, compared to being a joint person on the credit card?
Mentor Lagoons face turbulent future; development options explored (photos)
Officials are weighing options for repairs and possible development at the popular, peaceful Mentor Lagoons, which include a marina and a nature preserve.
Cleveland vs. Toronto, a comparison of sports and other very important things
We compare the Toronto and Cleveland metro areas for sports and others things of interest as the NBA playoff series between the Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Cavaliers moves back to Toronto for Game 6.
Despicable coddling of payday lenders in Columbus lets them have a field day in Ohio: Brent Larkin
How proud it must make the Republicans running the state that there are now more payday loan stores in Ohio than the 223 McDonald’s, writes Brent Larkin.
Cuyahoga County Jail will have 200 beds available for arrests during Republican National Convention
Cuyahoga County will keep 200 beds open at the County Jail for those who may be arrested during the Republican National Convention.
Chris Berman leaving ESPN at end of NFL season, report says
Whether Berman, who started at the worldwide leader shortly after ESPN went on the air in 1979, is retiring on his own accord or leaving because his contract is not being renewed is murky.
Metroparks rejects application for camping at Edgewater during RNC
The Metroparks told John Penley, who sought permission earlier this month to set up a camp site for demonstrators, that the park system hasn’t allowed camping at Edgewater Park since it took control of the lakefront from the State of Ohio in 2013.
Cleveland.com News Quiz for Friday, 05/27/2016
This week’s news quiz features eight questions on current events.
Comment here on Cleveland.com court and crime stories for Friday, May 27, 2016
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Woman is first in United States infected with ‘superbug’
The Pennsylvania woman’s case has health officials concerned the superbug could lead to more untreatable infections.
Chance of afternoon thunderstorms Friday, May 27: Cleveland weather forecast
Today will be another warm day over 80 degrees, with another chance of afternoon rain in Cleveland.
Clinton email report is more ammo for Trump: Darcy cartoon
“Crooked Hillary” doesn’t come off looking straight in the audit conducted by her former department’s Inspector General
Today is last call at Sammy’s Grille after 48-1/2 years of feeding downtown Cleveland (photos)
“After 48 years, it’s time. I’m overdue,” Sammy Abounader said, looking apologetic as his customers clucked their disapproval. “I’m not a spring chicken anymore. I’m 72 years old.”
Watch 10 impressive dog tricks: Cutest Dogs contest (video)
Plenty of dogs have mastered giving a high-five, sitting and laying down, but check out these dogs that have a whole slew of impressive tricks up their paws.
Andre 3000 tops list of celebrity birthdays for May 27, 2016
Outkast’s Andre 3000 is 41 today.
Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath 2016 guide, detours, maps, updates (slideshow)
A user’s guide to the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail from Cleveland to New Philadelphia with construction updates, new detours, highlights, and more.
15 things to do in Cleveland on Memorial Day Weekend
There’s plenty to do around Cleveland whether you’re looking to take the family out or enjoy the night scene. Check out the 15 things to do in Cleveland this Memorial Day weekend.
Greensboro, N.C. police pull out of RNC, cite questions over Cleveland preparedness: Ohio Politics Roundup
A North Carolina police department won’t be sending 50 officers to Cleveland for the RNC after all. And Donald Trump’s campaign makes its first contact with the Ohio Republican Party. Read more in Ohio Politics Roundup.
Scripps National Spelling Bee ends in tie for 3rd straight year
Jairam Hathwar and Nihar Janga are declared co-champions after a roller-coaster finish.
‘Archer:’ Season’s second two part episode starts better than the first
The first chapter of the season’s second two-part episode was a strong one.
Man, 6-year-old girl shot in East Cleveland
Two people, including a 6-year-old girl, were shot Thursday night in East Cleveland during a neighbor dispute, police said.
Mega Millions weekend jackpot is $218 million; lottery results
Saturday’s Powerball prize is $90 million.
Kenny Chesney proves a perfect party host with sold-out Blossom show (concert review, photos)
Kenny Chesney’s latest music may be deeper and more introspective, but the wily country singer knows that what his fans want is a party and his hits. He gave a sold-out Blossom Music Center all it could handle Thursday night.
Teacher accused of abuse; dog, cat numbers ‘critical’ at APL; water taxis open in Flats: Overnight News Links
Also, greater Cleveland Partnership opposes Cleveland-only minimum wage; Cuyahoga Community College to ban tobacco products from all buildings and grounds; officials ID Cleveland man shot dead on front porch;
Hiker missing in Appalachians kept journal, predicted own death
Geraldine Largay, 66, of Brentwood, Tenn., was missing for two years.
Three to plead guilty in Cleveland-area club drug case involving Rocky River sisters
Three defendants — including one of two sisters who live in Rocky River — have indicated that they will plead guilty to federal charges related to dealing large amounts of club drugs in the Cleveland area.
BCI completes probe into Cuyahoga County deputy’s use of force on handcuffed teen
The investigation into a Cuyahoga County sheriff’s deputy who used force against a handcuffed teenager at the Juvenile Justice Center has been completed.
Ohio lawmakers legalized medical marijuana. What happens next?
What happens now that Ohio lawmakers passed a medical marijuana bill?
Donald Trump expounds on greatness, and pregnancy: #Retweet
Here are today’s fun, topical or just plain weird political tweets. Mary Kilpatrick is filling in for resident Twitter lurker Andrew J. Tobias.
Warm tonight with only slight chance of rain Friday, May 27: Cleveland weather forecast
Warm temperatures and only slight chances of rain Friday for Cleveland.
Officials ID Cleveland man shot dead on front porch
The 28-year-old man shot dead as he sat on his front porch Wednesday night has been identified as Dion Pratt.
Gay rights dispute derails bill that would halt Lake Erie sediment dumping
The $37.4 billion energy and water funding bill would have blocked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from dumping dredged material directly into Lake Erie without the state of Ohio’s permission. Republicans who objected to a provision in the bill to block federal contractors from discriminating against gay and transgender employees voted against the bill along with Democrats who disliked some of its other aspects.
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