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In this episode of Ask Cuyahoga, members of the Cuyahoga County Women's Health Commission discuss how grief affects women, families, and communities.The conversation explores the many forms grief can take, from the loss of a loved one to life changes, trauma, and loss of community and the importance of reducing stigma around seeking support. Guests also discuss healing, community resilience, and resources available to help residents navigate difficult experiences. Additional resources discussed during the episode are available at CuyahogaCounty.gov/podcast.Guests:Heather Brissett, Vice President of Community Wellness and Chief Programming Officer, Murtis Taylor Human Services System; Member, Cuyahoga County Women's Health CommissionJasmine Long, Chief Executive Officer, Birthing Beautiful Communities; Member, Cuyahoga County Women's Health CommissionWatch here: https://youtu.be/ZaZ5z51Pbc8
Every statewide executive office in Ohio is on the ballot in 2026, and not a single incumbent is defending a seat. Term limits cleared the building all at once. In this solo episode of Purple Political Breakdown Ohio Edition, Radell Lewis walks through the entire Ohio ballot, from the top of the ticket down to the competitive congressional districts, so you know exactly what you are voting on. Governor: Dr. Amy Acton vs. Vivek Ramaswamy. U.S. Senate: Sherrod Brown vs. Jon Husted. Plus Attorney General, Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, two Ohio Supreme Court seats, and the U.S. House districts most likely to decide which party controls the chamber. Then we get into a week of Statehouse news that shows exactly what kind of fight this is going to be. Attorney General Dave Yost's surprise resignation to join the Alliance Defending Freedom, Gov. Mike DeWine's appointment of Andy Wilson as interim attorney general, and the open question of what happens to the FirstEnergy bribery prosecution. The Ohio GOP power struggle, as gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy sets the agenda on a voter ID constitutional amendment and a Medicaid fraud plan while the sitting governor reacts. HB 698, which would tie public college funding to compliance with Senate Bill 1. A federal plan to open thousands of acres of the Wayne National Forest in southeast Ohio to fracking. And Ohio's data center sales tax break ballooning to roughly $1.6 billion, far beyond the state's own forecast, while the savings flow to Amazon, Meta, and Google. County of the Week is Cuyahoga, home to Cleveland and to a property tax foreclosure case now before the Ohio Supreme Court that could matter to homeowners across the state. Awareness is the first step. Look up your district, know your races, and vote. Political solutions without political bias. Standard Resource Links & Recommendations The following organizations and platforms represent valuable resources for balanced political discourse and democratic participation: PODCAST NETWORK Check Out the Podcast Website: www.purplepoliticalbreakdown.com ALIVE Podcast Network: Check out the ALIVE Network where you can catch a lot of great podcasts like my own, led by amazing Black voices. Link: https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/ CONVERSATION PLATFORMS HeadOn: A platform for contentious yet productive conversations. It's a place for hosted and unguided conversations where you can grow a following and enhance your conversations with AI features. Link: https://app.headon.ai/ Living Room Conversations: Building bridges through meaningful dialogue across political divides. Link: https://livingroomconversations.org/ UNITY MOVEMENTS Us United: A movement for unity that challenges Americans to step out of their bubbles and connect across differences. Take the Unity Pledge, join monthly "30 For US" conversation calls, wear purple (the color of unity), and participate in National Unity Day every second Saturday in December. Their programs include the Sheriff Unity Network and Unity Seats at sports events, proving that shared values are stronger than our differences. Link: https://www.us-united.org/ BALANCED NEWS & INFORMATION OtherWeb: An AI-based platform that filters news without paywalls, clickbait, or junk, helping you access diverse, unbiased content. Link: https://otherweb.com/ VOTING REFORM & DEMOCRACY Equal Vote Coalition & STAR Voting: Advocating for voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. Link: https://www.equal.vote/star Future is Now Coalition (FiNC): A grassroots movement working to restore democracy through transparency, accountability, and innovative technology while empowering citizens and transforming American political discourse. 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Ohio's 7th Congressional District is back on every Democratic flip list in the country, and on this episode of Purple Political Breakdown Ohio Edition, Radell Lewis sits down with two-time OH-7 Democratic congressional candidate Matt Diemer to break down why. Matt has run this district twice, in 2022 and 2024, and he knows exactly what it takes (and what it costs) to fight for a seat the national party has long written off. We dig into the new Democratic nominee Brian Poindexter, the messy reality of incumbent Max Miller's divorce and the domestic violence allegations now hanging over his reelection, the union method that worked for organized labor before the Democratic Party walked away from it, and why R+11 might really be purple plus eleven in 2026. We also break down the 2026 Ohio primary night that just shocked half the state: Allison Russo's commanding 68-32 win over Bryan Hambley in the Secretary of State Democratic primary, the Attorney General Democratic primary surprise, Vivek Ramaswamy versus Dr. Amy Acton in the governor race, Sherrod Brown's comeback campaign against Jon Husted in a Senate seat now tangled in the FirstEnergy bribery trial fallout, and what Maine's Graham Platner versus Janet Mills standoff tells us about how the national Democratic Party is picking its 2026 candidates. Plus the real conversation: vibes versus policy, why primaries make better candidates and better voters, and what an authentic working-class Ohio Democrat actually sounds like. If you live in OH-7 (Ashland, Medina, Wooster, exurban Cleveland, plus parts of Cuyahoga and Wayne), this is the breakdown of your race. If you don't, it's the case study for every flippable R+10-to-R+15 district in the country. Political solutions without political bias. Follow Matt Diemer: The Angry Democrat newsletter at theangrydem.com and The Angry Ohioan newsletter at theangryohioan.com. Standard Resource Links & Recommendations The following organizations and platforms represent valuable resources for balanced political discourse and democratic participation: PODCAST NETWORK Check Out the Podcast Website: www.purplepoliticalbreakdown.com ALIVE Podcast Network: Check out the ALIVE Network where you can catch a lot of great podcasts like my own, led by amazing Black voices. Link: https://alivepodcastnetwork.com/ CONVERSATION PLATFORMS HeadOn: A platform for contentious yet productive conversations. It's a place for hosted and unguided conversations where you can grow a following and enhance your conversations with AI features. Link: https://app.headon.ai/ Living Room Conversations: Building bridges through meaningful dialogue across political divides. Link: https://livingroomconversations.org/ UNITY MOVEMENTS Us United: A movement for unity that challenges Americans to step out of their bubbles and connect across differences. Take the Unity Pledge, join monthly "30 For US" conversation calls, wear purple (the color of unity), and participate in National Unity Day every second Saturday in December. Their programs include the Sheriff Unity Network and Unity Seats at sports events, proving that shared values are stronger than our differences. Link: https://www.us-united.org/ BALANCED NEWS & INFORMATION OtherWeb: An AI-based platform that filters news without paywalls, clickbait, or junk, helping you access diverse, unbiased content. Link: https://otherweb.com/ VOTING REFORM & DEMOCRACY Equal Vote Coalition & STAR Voting: Advocating for voting methods that ensure every vote counts equally, eliminating wasted votes and strategic voting. Link: https://www.equal.vote/star Future is Now Coalition (FiNC): A grassroots movement working to restore democracy through transparency, accountability, and innovative technology while empowering citizens and transforming American political discourse. Link: https://futureis.org/ POLITICAL ENGAGEMENT Independent Center: Resources for independent political thinking and civic engagement. Link: https://www.independentcenter.org/ GET DAILY NEWS Text 844-406-INFO (844-406-4636) with code "purple" to receive quick, unbiased, factual news delivered to your phone every morning via Informed (https://informed.now) Check Out the Unfuck America Tour & National Ground Game: https://www.nationalgroundgame.com/ Check Out the CIVICS App to Know More About Your Politicians: https://www.civicpolitics.com Subscribe to the Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/purplepoliticalbreakdown/p/welcome-to-the-purple-political-breakdown?r=3z2cmw&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true ALL LINKS https://linktr.ee/purplepoliticalbreakdown The Purple Political Breakdown is committed to fostering productive political dialogue that transcends partisan divides. We believe in the power of conversation, balanced information, and democratic participation to build a stronger society. Our mission: "Political solutions without political bias." 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In this episode of Ask Cuyahoga, we explore the work of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter and the services it provides to residents and their pets.The conversation focuses on what happens when a dog is lost, how the shelter works to reunite pets with their owners, and why licensing and microchipping are critical. It also highlights resources available to residents, including free microchip registration, pet food assistance, and programs designed to keep dogs in their homes.This episode also covers ways to get involved, from volunteering and fostering to initiatives like Dogs Day Out and community programs aimed at improving outcomes for dogs across the County.Guests:Mindy Naticchioni, Administrator, Cuyahoga County Animal ShelterJen Huettich, Manager of External Affairs, Cuyahoga County Animal ShelterWatch here: https://youtu.be/hdEhaaIYvpw
In this episode of Ask Cuyahoga, we explore the creation and ongoing work of the Cuyahoga County Women's Health Commission.Established in 2023, the commission brings together community leaders and subject matter experts to identify priorities, recommend strategies, and expand access to resources that support women's health across the County. The conversation highlights the goals of the commission, the importance of public engagement, and the work underway to address key challenges and improve outcomes.This episode also looks ahead to upcoming initiatives and events aimed at raising awareness and creating opportunities for residents to share their experiences and perspectives.Guests:Yvonne M. Conwell, Cuyahoga County Council, District 7Tenille N. Kaus, Shaker Heights City Councilmember, Women's Health Commission Member, and Employment AttorneyWatch here: https://youtu.be/KxG93xAtHyI
Decoding the 2026 Foreclosure Market: Ratios, Reality, and Real Estate OpportunityWelcome to a high-octane episode of The Note Closers Show! As we kick off the second quarter of 2026, the housing market is undergoing a "gradual normalization," but the numbers tell a story that many headlines are missing. Your host, Scott Carson, dives deep into the February 2026 data to separate the "false flags" from the genuine investment goldmines. If you've been watching foreclosure filings creep up and wondering where the inventory is actually hiding, this episode is your roadmap to the states with the most distressed debt and the strategies to profit from it.We aren't just looking at the top 15 states by ratio; we are looking at the heavy hitters—the states where the sheer volume of filings creates a playground for note investors. From the sunshine of Florida to the lone star of Texas, we break down why the "Gamecock State" and the "Hoosier State" are popping up on our radar and how you can leverage this data to build a recession-resistant portfolio. Stop waiting for the market to come to you and start taking action on the distressed assets that are hitting the books right now.Key Topics Covered in This Episode:The "Ratio" Trap vs. Real Volume: We expose why looking at foreclosure ratios (1 in every X households) can be a false flag, ranking small states like Delaware high despite having only 190 filings, while ignoring the massive opportunities in states like California and New York.National Trends and Normalization: A deep dive into the 38,840 properties with foreclosure filings in February 2026—a 20% jump from the previous year—marking 12 consecutive months of year-over-year increases as the market returns to pre-pandemic norms.State-by-State Breakdown: Detailed analysis of the top 15 states, including Indiana (ranked #1 by ratio), Florida (the volume leader with 4,504 filings), and the specific "hit-hard" counties like Cuyahoga in Ohio and Wayne in Michigan.Investment Exit Strategies: Moving beyond the auction block, we discuss 11 different exit strategies, including buying notes at a discount, loan modifications, trial payment plans, and deed-in-lieu of foreclosure to keep borrowers in their homes while securing cash flow.The Note Business Advantage: Why buying the debt is superior to traditional real estate investing, especially when borrowers file for bankruptcy, and how to avoid the "last-minute realtor" trap of trying to buy a note the week of an auction.The data is clear: foreclosure activity is rising, but success depends on your ability to look past the ratios and find the volume. Whether you're interested in the fast-foreclosure states like Michigan or the long-game opportunities in South Carolina, the second quarter of 2026 is the time to quit "kicking the can" and start making moves.Ready to turn these lists into deals? Join our next virtual note buying workshop at notebuyingfordummies.com or book a direct call to discuss your strategy!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Check out the Attom Data Report HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes Pinterest
In this episode of Ask Cuyahoga, we explore how Cuyahoga County supports residents returning to the community and working toward becoming restored citizens.Through the Office of Reentry and partnerships with community organizations, reentry efforts focus on removing barriers to employment, expanding access to resources, and creating pathways to stability. The conversation highlights the importance of second chance hiring, the challenges re-entrants face, and the programs helping residents move forward.This episode also touches on Reentry Month initiatives, including expungement and job fairs that help open doors to new opportunities.Guests:Chamomile Ware Hendricks, Cuyahoga County Office of ReentryRonnie Cannon, Towards Employment
This special episode of Ask Cuyahoga features a conversation from the Department of Human Resources Inclusion Committee's Can We Talk: Conversations that Matter series.Recorded in the Cuyahoga County Council Chambers, Rhonda Crowder, President of the Greater Cleveland Association of Black Journalists, and Justice Melody J. Stewart, former Justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio and current member of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, discuss The Power of the Ballot.Their conversation explores the importance of civic engagement, the impact of voting at the local level, and the role individuals play in shaping their communities.
Foster parents needed in Cuyahoga, Summit Counties There are more than 14,000 children currently in foster care across Ohio, down from a record high of 17,000 in 2020, according to the state Department of Children and Youth. Foster care can play a critical role in supporting children and families during times of crisis, but the number of available foster parents has declined in recent years. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas," we're talking about what's driving that trend — including economic pressures like the ongoing affordability crisis — and what it takes to become a foster parent in Cuyahoga and Summit counties. We'll also hear about existing support systems for foster families and the impact they can have on children in need. Guests:- Karin Austin, Social Program Administrator, Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services- Traci Foley, Director, Placement Services Department, Summit County Children Services- Kathleen Paydo, Foster Parent, Summit County- Kathy DiVincenzo, Executive Director & Founder, Honey from the Rock (Cleveland Foster Care Closet) Cleveland Humanities Festival: FREEDOM to Play Recreation and play are essential to children's health and development, but not all communities have equal access to safe, well-resourced spaces. As part of the 2026 Cleveland Humanities Festival, an upcoming panel conversation titled “FREEDOM to Play” will examine how these disparities, along with the over-policing of Black and brown youth, shape childhood experiences. The discussion will also explore how recreational freedom influences children's mental and emotional health and their overall sense of self. This year's festival is co-sponsored by the Schubert Center for Child Studies and the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities. Guest:- Harrison Pinckney IV, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Management, Penn State University
In recognition of Social Work Month, this episode of Ask Cuyahoga highlights the vital role of social work in supporting residents across every stage of life.From protecting children and strengthening families to helping seniors live safely and independently, social work is a critical part of Cuyahoga County's continuum of care through the Department of Health and Human Services. Representatives from several County divisions discuss what their work looks like day to day, how they build trust with residents during difficult moments, and what motivates them to continue serving the community.The conversation offers a closer look at the services available to residents and the people working behind the scenes to support individuals and families throughout Cuyahoga County.
Scams are evolving and so is the effort to stop them.In this episode of Ask Cuyahoga, we take a closer look at Scam Squad, a financial fraud task force led by Cuyahoga County's Department of Consumer Affairs. Working alongside federal, state, and local partners, Scam Squad is helping residents recognize, prevent, and report scams before they cause serious damage.From investment and business opportunity scams to AI-enhanced fraud, Medicare scams, contractor fraud, jury duty schemes, robocalls, and property record fraud, experts share what they're seeing right now — and the practical steps residents can take to protect themselves.If you or someone you know has been targeted by a scam, this episode offers clear guidance on what to do next and where to report it.
In this episode of Ask Cuyahoga, we explore one of Cuyahoga County's newer initiatives focused on reducing violence and strengthening community safety. Myesha Watkins, Administrator of the Office of Violence Prevention, discusses the office's mission, its collaborative approach, and how the County is working with community partners to build safer neighborhoods.
For weeks, the nation's flashpoint over immigration and enforcement has been Minneapolis where two protesters have now been shot dead by federal immigration officers. Concern is now ramping up in Ohio, where there's concern that a surge of immigration enforcement is coming to Springfield, near Dayton. The temporary protected status of thousands of Haitian refugees living there is set to expire on Feb. 3. We will begin Friday's “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable” with a discussion in how leaders are preparing for a possible enforcement in Ohio. Jury selection began this week in the trial of two former FirstEnergy executives accused of being the architects of the House Bill 6 bribery scandal in which they bribed politicians and got legislation passed that bailed out their financially struggling nuclear power plants. The trial is expected to last for two months and opening statements could happen as soon as Jan. 30. The deep freeze over the last week will stay around, without an invitation, as we flip to February. It's the longest stretch of arctic temperatures we've seen here in years. The deep cold also made it tough to dig out from last weekend's heavy snowstorm and complicated plowing roads. A combination of the numbing cold and icy roads led to schools closing for several days. Will students have to make up those days? During this cold weather, owners have been warned in several Ohio counties -- including Summit and Cuyahoga -- to bring animals indoors. Cuyahoga County's prosecutor has formed a specialized unit to deal with that, and other kinds, of animal cruelty. Northeast Ohio cities are starting to see the boon promised by the sale of recreational marijuana, legalized by voters in 2023. Sales began the next year, and cities are now seeing the first proceeds from the first year-plus of sales. Dr. Tom Mihaljevic, president and chief executive officer of the Cleveland Clinic, said the Clinic made money last year and did better financially than forecasted, and said he believes there is capacity in the community for the Clinic to build a Level 1 trauma center, though there are already two in Cleveland. Guests: -Andrew Meyer, Deputy Editor for News, Ideastream Public Media -Zaria Johnson, Reporter, Ideastream Public Media -Karen Kasler, Statehouse News Bureau Chief, Ohio Public Radio/TV
Here's some good news/bad news as we begin this Friday. First the good: We made it to Friday. Now the bad or not-so-great news: you may be spending this weekend indoors. A big wave of Arctic air will send temperatures sliding downward beginning today. Then Sunday the second act moves in, a snowstorm bringing the potential for heavy snow, including here in Northeast Ohio, while in some places in the mid and deep South possible catastrophic ice accumulations are predicted. Complicating the situation: a regional salt shortage that may impact road clearing efforts. The story begins our discussion of the week's news on the “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable.” Power outages could result from the winter storm this weekend but even on calm weather days, Ohio is having a hard time keeping up with rising energy demand. One main driver of that increased demand: data centers. Columbus has become a key location for these centers, with one report concluding it's the second-largest hub in the Great Lakes region. But those centers are popping up everywhere including in Stark County for instance. If you're heading to Downtown anytime soon, you should know that the city has updated its rates for on-street parking and enforcement. The new digital, coinless metered system will give drivers the opportunity to park at a meter for up to four hours, but at increasing hourly rates and enforcement will be extended seven days a week—except in Ohio City where Sundays will not be enforced. Cleveland City Council members are not yet sold on the Bibb administrations "pedal to the metal" approach to shut down Burke Lakefront Airport to open the acreage to lakefront redevelopment. Mayor Justin Bibb has said he would like to see Burker shuttered by 2029. The future of Burke Lakefront will be the topic of our next “Sound of Ideas Community Tour” on March 4. Property owners in Ohio's largest counties are among those that will see their next property reappraisals delayed by a year. Sixteen counties including Franklin, Cuyahoga and Hamilton are pushing back the process. Cuyahoga will next appraise properties in 2031. Fewer Ohioans are enrolled in Affordable Care Act or Obamacare plans after additional subsidies to offset costs put into effect during the pandemic expired last month. Guests: -Gabriel Kramer, Reporter, Ideastream Public Media -Kelly Byer, Economic Development Reporter, The Canton Repository, USA Today Co. network -Karen Kasler, Statehouse News Bureau Chief, Ohio Public Radio/TV
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Stewart Lee of the Golden Silent Films podcast drops by to give a rundown of the Pittsburgh Silent Film Festival, Joseph Rubin discusses scoring The Phantom of the Opera, and Dennis Barrie talks about curating the Hollwood on the Cuyahoga exhibit at Western Reserve Historical Society's Cleveland History Center.
What starts as a birthday trip in Allegheny National Forest becomes a terrifying encounter with two vocalizing Sasquatches—but that's just the beginning. In this gripping episode of Bigfoot Society, you'll hear from multiple eyewitnesses across the U.S. who came face-to-face with the unexplained. A professor's family outing turns into a 15-minute standoff with two unseen beasts in the forests of Pennsylvania. In Ohio's Salt Fork, strange wood knocks and distant howls suggest something hiding in plain sight. In Pocahontas County, West Virginia, a late-night howl overpowers the radio inside a fog-blanketed car. A hiker in Cuyahoga Valley hears a perfect mimicry of his sneeze from deep in the woods. In Vermont, a truck is slammed so hard it moves—after a night of trees falling in sequence. A New Hampshire man sees a 13-foot Sasquatch across a field. From Indiana's shadowy Hoosier forest to mysterious sightings along the Ohio River, every voice adds to the chorus of what might be out there.Whether you're new to the world of Bigfoot or a seasoned believer, this episode takes you deep into the woods—and deeper into the unknown.
The Ohio Domestic Violence Network recently reported a 37% increase year-over-year in domestic violence-related fatalities. Franklin and Cuyahoga counties lead with the most documented cases.
‘Playboy,' ‘Penthouse' model accused in string of high-end luxury burglaries - https://ktla.com/news/local-news/playboy-penthouse-model-accused-in-string-of-high-end-luxury-burglaries/Missouri Hair Museum's Closing; Tress Collection To Be Scattered Around US - https://www.huffpost.com/entry/missouri-hair-museum-closes-tresses-scattered-across-us_n_68e7cf71e4b0b4458cb74c0c?origin=article-bottom1-nonlifeIndiana couple attacks cat owners & steals cats at Cuyahoga fairgrounds in Berea - https://www.cleveland.com/community/2025/10/indiana-couple-charged-after-attacking-cat-owners-stealing-cats-at-cuyahoga-fairgrounds-in-berea.htmlER Docs Want People To Stop Doing This One Super-Common Thing in the Car - https://www.aol.com/articles/er-docs-want-people-stop-145000250.htmlFriday FailsChinese Woman Swallows 8 Live Frogs To Treat Lower Back Pain. This Happens Next - https://www.ndtv.com/offbeat/chinese-woman-swallows-8-live-frogs-to-treat-lower-back-pain-this-happens-next-9420380Naked man accused of chasing Walmart employees around parking lot - https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/nation-world/national/article312440792.htmlTwo Arrested After Netflix Account Dispute Escalates to Shooting in Bexar County - https://www.newsbreak.com/the-bandera-review-323672383/4265693832046-two-arrested-after-netflix-account-dispute-escalates-to-shooting-in-bexar-countyLouisville man is facing charges, accused of impersonating a CIA officer during a traffic stop in the Highlands last week, and other times, as well. - https://www.wlky.com/article/louisville-man-accused-impersonating-cia-officer-traffic-stop/66129138Substitute Teacher Cited After Bringing Cocaine to School - https://people.com/substitute-teacher-receives-citation-after-bringing-cocaine-to-school-police-say-11824412Woman arrested after puppy tips off where she had been hiding drugs - https://www.wvlt.tv/2025/09/17/woman-arrested-after-puppy-tips-off-where-she-had-been-hiding-drugs/Florida firefighter accused of chucking 75 red-stained tampons onto ex-boyfriend's yard - https://nypost.com/2025/10/06/us-news/florida-firefighter-accused-of-chucking-75-red-stained-tampons-onto-ex-boyfriends-yard/‘He put it up the exit ramp': Florida man with long rap sheet caught hiding thermos inside body, sheriff says - https://wsvn.com/news/local/florida/he-put-it-up-the-exit-ramp-florida-man-with-long-rap-sheet-caught-hiding-thermos-inside-body-sheriff-says/Fan sues LeBron James over ‘second decision' - https://ktla.com/entertainment/fan-sues-lebron-james-over-second-decision/SportsFive observations from Blues' opening-night loss: No net-front presence, Mailloux shakySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A park ranger wakes up in Brujas Canyon after sharing the same dream as his roommate, both of whom are chased by a black bull that local lore says is a witch. Another ranger's friend steps from her tent along a desert river and meets a “woman” whose attack ends with cougar tracks and a warning whispered by tradition: some predators wear borrowed skins. Far away beneath redwoods, a hiker meets a toddler who speaks an unfamiliar word, then loses eleven minutes he can't account for, along with any trace of the boy or the man he thought was his father. What threads tie a witch-bull, skinwalkers, and missing time together in America's most protected wildlands?Night in the Smokies turns the forest mute, no wind, no insects, until a crouched, black form with burning red eyes appears on a boulder, and a heat-shimmer “something” paces hikers down the trail. In Yellowstone, a woman in 19th-century dress walks a snowed-in road at midnight, dry hair, no face. Near Gatlinburg, a man watches as a human-sized shadow collapses into a coyote shape and hops onto a log. These aren't stray campfire tales; they're consistent motifs: red-eyed sentinels, liminal crossings (bridges, bends, boulder gates), and entities that compress distance and time.Go west, and the pattern persists. A Half Dome hiker stares up at a white, pant-leg shape tucked in a cliff alcove, immobile in high wind, echoing California's “Nightcrawler” archetype. On Mount Lassen, a volcanic slope answers a teenager's call with a throat-deep roar a ranger will later name flatly: “Bigfoot.” At Crater Lake, pale eyes and a gray, low-slung humanoid glide from the dark; at Cuyahoga, a winged figure with ten-foot spread and red eyes drops from a tree as a missing camper crawls from the brush. Why the red eyes? Why the silence before the approach? Why so often at water, switchbacks, bridges, and towers?Keep reading as we map these accounts against known hot-zones, Brujas Canyon to Arches, Muir Woods to Yosemite, the Smokies to Yellowstone, Crater Lake to Cuyahoga, and test them against three working models: (1) shapeshifter lore tracking real predatory intelligences along waterways, (2) guardian/sentinel phenomena clustering at geologic and energetic thresholds, and (3) “glimmer” entities whose interference fields produce memory gaps and light suppression. The witnesses didn't just see things; they crossed into places where the land itself seemed to watch back at them.
A park ranger wakes up in Brujas Canyon after sharing the same dream as his roommate, both of whom are chased by a black bull that local lore says is a witch. Another ranger's friend steps from her tent along a desert river and meets a “woman” whose attack ends with cougar tracks and a warning whispered by tradition: some predators wear borrowed skins. Far away beneath redwoods, a hiker meets a toddler who speaks an unfamiliar word, then loses eleven minutes he can't account for, along with any trace of the boy or the man he thought was his father. What threads tie a witch-bull, skinwalkers, and missing time together in America's most protected wildlands?Night in the Smokies turns the forest mute, no wind, no insects, until a crouched, black form with burning red eyes appears on a boulder, and a heat-shimmer “something” paces hikers down the trail. In Yellowstone, a woman in 19th-century dress walks a snowed-in road at midnight, dry hair, no face. Near Gatlinburg, a man watches as a human-sized shadow collapses into a coyote shape and hops onto a log. These aren't stray campfire tales; they're consistent motifs: red-eyed sentinels, liminal crossings (bridges, bends, boulder gates), and entities that compress distance and time.Go west, and the pattern persists. A Half Dome hiker stares up at a white, pant-leg shape tucked in a cliff alcove, immobile in high wind, echoing California's “Nightcrawler” archetype. On Mount Lassen, a volcanic slope answers a teenager's call with a throat-deep roar a ranger will later name flatly: “Bigfoot.” At Crater Lake, pale eyes and a gray, low-slung humanoid glide from the dark; at Cuyahoga, a winged figure with ten-foot spread and red eyes drops from a tree as a missing camper crawls from the brush. Why the red eyes? Why the silence before the approach? Why so often at water, switchbacks, bridges, and towers?Keep reading as we map these accounts against known hot-zones, Brujas Canyon to Arches, Muir Woods to Yosemite, the Smokies to Yellowstone, Crater Lake to Cuyahoga, and test them against three working models: (1) shapeshifter lore tracking real predatory intelligences along waterways, (2) guardian/sentinel phenomena clustering at geologic and energetic thresholds, and (3) “glimmer” entities whose interference fields produce memory gaps and light suppression. The witnesses didn't just see things; they crossed into places where the land itself seemed to watch back at them.
In this episode, Mike and Elaine are joined by Jennifer Grieser, Cleveland Metroparks director of natural resources and chair of the Cuyahoga River Area of Concern (AOC) Advisory Committee. The Cuyahoga River AOC is comprised of the lower 46.5 miles of the Cuyahoga River, including all the tributaries that drain to that section of river and the adjacent Lake Erie shoreline and its direct tributaries. Jennifer walks us through the Cuyahoga River's incredible comeback, highlighting why public access makes it one of a kind. She dives into past and ongoing restoration projects that require collaboration, accountability and measurable progress. Plus, get a glimpse of what's next when the AOC is delisted—a major milestone in the Cuyahoga's journey. Cuyahoga River AOC ➡️ cuyahogaaoc.org Free the Falls ➡️bit.ly/freethefalls Follow Summit Metro Parks: Facebook: summitmetroparks Instagram: summitmetroparks X: metro_parks
This week will answer the age old question Does Cleveland Rock? The answers will SHOCK you.Welcome to a wet and wild trip down the mighty Cuyahoga folks! It's the Drew Carey show! A gem of the 90s standup sitcom boom starring Drew Carey (duh), Diedrich Bader, Ryan Stiles, Christa Miller and Kathy Kinney. All the little chicks with the crimson lips say: subscribe and rate us on Spotify!HostsGeoff Kerbis Max Singer Rich Inman
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Episode 49. Angela Garcia was a 22 year old mother of two when her house caught fire claiming the lives of her two toddler daughters. Angela soon found herself standing in a courtroom accused of arson, murder, and insurance fraud. What evidence did investigators have to prove Angela had done such a horrible deed? They had some photos and some arson investigation myths that had been debunked already by the time she was tried. Two juries couldn't be convinced of her guilt and resulted in back-to-back mistrials after the juries reported they were hopelessly deadlocked. A third jury would send her to prison for a crime she didn't commit. This is the story of Angela Garcia and how a dark plea continues to cast a shadow over her life. What did Angela Garcia trade for her freedom? This is Part 1 of Angela's story on Crime to Burn. To get involved in assisting formerly incarcerated individuals like Angela, please consider these organizations: https://innocenceproject.org/donate-monthly/#:~:text=There%20are%20many%20ways%20to,Project%20in%20your%20estate%20plans. https://exoneratednation.org/ https://www.lifeafterjustice.org/ https://organizationofexonerees.com/ This podcast is a true crime podcast about arson and criminal fires. Listener discretion is recommended. Background music by Not Notoriously Coordinated Be sure to check out Season 2 of the You Should Be Here Podcast for the limited series, Or No by Fire Eyes Media. This this collaborative podcasters-give-back series is to bring awareness to and stand against domestic violence. All proceeds will go to a charity taking a stand against domestic violence and human trafficking. Your support of this project is so greatly appreciated. You deserve a safe love. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-should-be-here/id1779150686 or on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2VqlmgQxwn55tdY7td9IM9?si=e19fffdc24064f7b&nd=1&dlsi=e6920c0f7e4c4d65 Get your Crime to Burn Merch! https://crimetoburn.myspreadshop.com Please follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube for the latest news on this case. You can email us at crimetoburn@gmail.com We welcome any constructive feedback and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating and review. Source List: https://theintercept.com/2017/03/05/did-angela-garcia-kill-her-own-daughters-arson-cover-up/ https://www.clevescene.com/news/angela-garcias-2001-arson-murder-conviction-still-raising-questions-the-intercept-came-to-cleveland-to-investigate-5645270 https://www.newser.com/story/239409/greedy-mom-who-killed-her-kids-or-victim-of-junk-science.html#google_vignette https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1025&context=etcetera https://innocenceproject.org/guilty-plea-series-the-case-of-angela-garcia/ https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-wrongful-conviction-27797564/episode/422-maggie-freleng-with-angela-garcia-146288018/ https://www.guiltypleaproblem.org/?id=angela_garcia https://youtu.be/RlUwJXsvme0?si=w0kITbdpkWnVuzDe https://youtu.be/qa6Sk0TXw8w?si=pXicJxBXt5lSiNwj https://youtu.be/Qfh0L6dXK0w?si=j0KiOCzcjvcq_k4B United States District Court Northern District of Ohio Eastern Division. Angela Garcia Vs Patricia Andrews, Warden. Case No. 1:04CV0612 Court of Appeals of Ohio, Eighth District, County of Cuyahoga. Stage of Ohio vs. Angela Garcia. No. 79917
Send us a textBedford, Ohio native Eddie Olshansky operates Trashfish, a volunteer organization focused on exploring and cleaning up the Cuyahoga River. Eddie talks about his personal journey, the importance of community involvement in environmental stewardship, the challenges of plastic pollution, and his ongoing efforts to improve the health of our local waterways.Follow Eddie on Instagram @trashfish_cle for updates!
Two Northeast Ohio organizations that support residents with developmental disabilities made groundbreaking appointments to their boards last month.
Cuyahoga County residents were invited to join this live event to learn about the Medical Examiner's Citizens Academy and how to apply to be a part of the program. Guests:Medical Examiner's Office External Affairs Manager Christopher B. HarrisCitizens Academy Graduate and Program Director Mindy Naticchioni
Cuyahoga County residents were invited to ask questions about their property taxes and tax assistance programs during a live event with the Treasurer and Board of Revision.Guests:Cuyahoga County Treasurer Brad CromesBoard of Revision Administrator Ron O'Leary
By 2026, UH expects to have 36 urgent care centers in Cuyahoga, Portage, Medina, Lorain, Lake and Summit counties.
Ken writes “I listen to your podcast and finally have the courage to talk about this. I'm not an outspoken person about this incident due to people thinking I'm crazy but I figure now is the time to come out about it. My Three other friends who this happened to are still scarred until this day and refuse to speak on it. So here's what happened at Cuyahoga Valley national park. I was camping with some friends. There was 4 of us going up there to camp / hike and enjoy the outdoors. This happened sometime in July or August of 2019 but I can't remember exactly what day it happened. Just as we set up camp we had the bright idea to go hiking. This was right about 7-8 pm at night when the park was closed but there was still daylight out. We started hiking near the Cuyahoga river on the towpath trail. We were hiking for a good half or so down this path and all of a sudden we had something throwing sticks that slowly progressed to rocks at us. At first we thought it was teens playing tricks on us but the longer it progressed we started to smell something pungent and our hair stood straight up. By this time the sun had gone completely dark and all we had was our phone lights to guide us. We all started running back to camp as quick as we could but whatever was tracking us was faster bigger and stronger. We eventually got winded then it all stopped. Dead silent the woods were extremely quiet and still and very eerie. Suddenly we heard the loudest growl we ever heard sort of like an angry wolf / bear. A friend of mine who had a firearm on him shined the weapon mounted light into the tree line where we were and we all caught a glimpse of what appeared to be a giant man / humanoid around 7.5 feet tall and as shown as the light shined on it it retreated backwards and never to be seen again. We then gathered our breathe and ran back to the camp as quick as we could and got into our tents. As we slept we heard multiple loud sounds outside our tent and sticks breaking. In the morning when we woke up our camp was destroyed and a pile of rocks was stacked up by the fire pit. We all agreed to never camp there again.”
Ohio grew an even deeper shade of red Tuesday. Republicans dominated nationally and in the Buckeye State. Despite the early voting long lines, the actual voter turnout in 2024 lagged behind 2020. And in blue counties like Cuyahoga and Franklin the voter turnout was six to seven percentage points lower than 2020. While in Cleveland, some precincts had turnout that was off 70% from prior elections. On Friday's “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable” we will talk about the election results and what comes next as Republicans line up for Vance's seat in the U.S. Senate and the Democratic Party looks for answers.
Election Day is less than two weeks away. County boards of elections have their hands full, but adding to the workload is the high number of voter registration challenges being filed. Elections officials say the number of challenges is unprecedented. In Wood County alone, the elections board received challenges to 16,000 voter registrations. They were all filed by one person. They all must be investigated. Voting rights organizations are concerned that recently naturalized citizens will be disenfranchised from voting in Ohio either due to poll workers' confusion or because of hurdles they say Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose's office has created. Naturalized citizens are citizens of the United States and have the same right to vote. But concerned groups say the state's photo ID law, and a new form put out by LaRose, may present difficulties for them should their status be challenged. This week Attorney General Dave Yost announced indictments in illegal voting cases in the state -- a total of 6 people. More than 8 million are registered to vote in Ohio. Three people in Franklin County and one each in Cuyahoga, Summit and Portage counties are accused of voting illegally as non-citizens in past elections. The indictments amount to less than 1% of the 600 cases the secretary of state very publicly referred to the attorney general. And the person indicted in Cuyahoga County has been dead for two years. We will begin Friday's Reporters Roundtable we will talk over some of the voting issues officials are contending with as we get closer to Election Day.
Cuyahoga and Summit counties were the first in Ohio to sue opioid makers and distributors. Now, they have to decide how distribute the payout.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is nestled between Akron and Cleveland, Ohio. It once was an industrial wasteland, filled with debris from the nearby auto factories. The Cuyahoga river was so polluted that it literally caught fire. That fire was a moment that sparked an environmental movement. But I'm headed upstream. I'm going to follow the river and its story from its grim past to becoming a national park. We'll look at how a toxic dump was transformed into a national park and a thriving ecosystem, teaming with life. THE WILD would not be possible without listener support. You can help us continue to create this special immersive storytelling by donating at kuow.org/donate/thewildnotes. Thank you! For some great photographs and clips from our journey through the national parks, check out our Instagram @thewildpod and @chrismorganwildlife. THE WILD is a production of KUOW, Chris Morgan Wildlife, and the NPR Network. This episode was produced by Matt Martin and edited by Jim Gates. THE WILD is hosted, produced and written by Chris Morgan. Fact checking by Apryle Craig. Our theme music is by Michael Parker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NEO Voters Voices poll, conducted by the Community Research Institute at Baldwin Wallace University and Survey USA, surveyed 621 registered voters in 20 Northeast Ohio counties, most heavily from Cuyahoga, Stark and Summit counties, from Sept. 26-30. The poll found that the economy is by the far the most important issue for voters heading into next months election. Sixty-four percent are worried about the economy and nearly half are either very or extremely worried. And though Ohio is not a southern border state, the second most important concern you neighbors share: immigration. We will talk about the poll and the rest of the week's news on the "Sound of Ideas" Reporters Roundtable.
ONE STORY A DAY / Una historia para cada Día es una iniciativa para celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana 2024 de Hispanic Chamber Cincinnati USA y Latina Today Podcast Series. Maureen Dee nació y se crió en Montevideo, Uruguay. Maureen habla de su vida en Montevideo, su trasfondo cultural y cómo esto la ha moldeado su vida actual. Maureen habla se conectó con la comunidad hispana a través del trabajo social. Maureen recibió un premio a la exalumna distinguida de la CWRU y un premio a la trayectoria de la Junta de Servicios de Salud Mental, Adicción al Alcohol y a las Drogas del Condado de Cuyahoga por su servicio y dedicación a ayudar a quienes viven con enfermedades mentales y adicciones. Maureen se jubiló en julio de 2019 después de 41 años trabajando con el sistema de Caridades Católicas en la Diócesis de Cleveland, Ohio. Actualmente es miembro de la Junta de Síndicos del Sistema MetroHealth, la Mesa Redonda Hispana, el Comité de Visitas de la Escuela de Ciencias Sociales Aplicadas Jack, Joseph y Morton Mandel (MSASS). Realice tutorías para estudiantes en el Programa de Becarios de Liderazgo en MSASS, CWRU.
Send us a textCuyahoga National Park is a story of restoration and recovery to the Cuyahoga river and surrounding area. This river was once on fire, and soon after the fire a national movement started to restore and protect wildlife. The first Earth Day celebration was observed after this movement began. Come learn about some of the wonderful activities and wildlife viewing this park has to offer.
Ken Carman and Anthony Lima react to statements made by Cuyahoga County executive Chris Ronayne during Monday's press conference on keeping the team's stadium location in downtown.
Baskin & Phelps (Dan Menningen in for Andy Baskin) discuss what the letter from Cuyahoga County means for the dome on the lakefront.
The first major home appraisal since the pandemic found property values increasing in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain and Geauga counties. What does that mean for taxes?
What if a local river, once notorious for pollution and even catching fire, could become transformed into a thriving ecosystem? We explore the Cuyahoga's incredible decades-long progress with Elaine Marsh, a watershed specialist with Summit Metro Parks and co-founder of Friends of the Crooked River. Elaine shares her passion for environmental advocacy, a history of the Gorge Dam, and the vital importance of its removal for the health of local fish and macroinvertebrate habitats and our communities.For more information, including a rendering of the Gorge Dam leave-behind, visit Summit Metro Parks's "Free the Falls" website.Learn more about Friends of the Crooked River.
Chris and Don interview ODNR Fisheries Management Supervisor, Curt Wagner on Steelhead being stocked in the Cuyahoga River. Curt gives us a brief history on The River That Caught Fire. He also talks about all the partners that worked hard to help clean the Cuyahoga. We discuss the importance of the Steelhead program in Ohio and the effects on the local economy. The future looks bright for the Cuyahoga and all anglers statewide. If you'd love to hear about a true environmental success story this podcast is for you.
Join us this week as we chat with Amanda Kopec and Mindy Naticchioni from Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter and discuss the positive impacts playgroups have had on their organization. Instagram cuyahogadogs Facebook Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter Tik tok cuyahogadogs Website cuyahogadogs.gov The stats for Cuyahoga County we mention in the episode are: Dynamic Stats: Cuyahoga County Shelter Director reported stats since Playgroup implementation: • 176% increase in volunteer hours • 62% decrease in bites • 20% decrease in LOS = average of 4.2 days/dog • 20% increase in adoption rate • 3.8% decrease in Returned Adoptions
In this week's episode of Let's Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden start the new year off look at the infamous Cuyahoga river fire! Join them as they discover the cause of the fire, the response of a very theatrical mayor, and how it impacted environmental protections for generations! Follow us on socials: Let's Get Civical Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock_stewart/ Arden Walentowski Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ardenjulianna/ Love the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's episode of Let's Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden start the new year off look at the infamous Cuyahoga river fire! Join them as they discover the cause of the fire, the response of a very theatrical mayor, and how it impacted environmental protections for generations! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A man is found dead by hikers in a historic cemetery of a National Park with a gunshot to the head. Was this revenge? There may be a second revenge twist before it's all over.For more information about the podcast, check out https://crimeoffthegrid.com/ Also...We've Got Merch!! Check us out on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and (1) FacebookSUPPORT THE SHOW: We would love your support so we can keep the episodes coming!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgSources:https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/21335211-perkins-transcripthttps://wtop.com/dc/2022/04/va-man-pleads-guilty-in-sad-and-extraordinarily-unusual-mistaken-identity-revenge-shooting/https://www.thedailybeast.com/matthew-john-dunmire-spent-the-night-with-chelsea-perkins-and-wound-up-dead-in-cuyahoga-valley-national-parkhttps://localloveandwanderlust.com/cuyahoga-valley-national-park/#terra-vistahttps://www.crimeonline.com/2021/12/10/coast-guard-wife-charged-with-murder-of-ohio-man-found-shot-dead-in-national-park/https://www.latintimes.com/married-woman-slept-aspiring-musician-killing-him-haunted-cemetery-498141https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/21336343-perkins-usg-opposition-motionhttps://www.aol.com/news/coast-guard-vet-accused-national-233809177.html
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/gld Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors Embark on a journey of environmental triumph and angling adventure as we explore the Cuyahoga River's spectacular comeback, guided by the expertise of Mike Durkalec, aquatic biologist and fishing report hero. Discover how this once fiery river became a success story of ecological restoration, propelling forward thanks to the Clean Water Act and concerted community efforts. Dive into our discussion about the significance of dam removals, and witness the river's rebirth through improved water quality, enhanced biodiversity, and the return of thriving aquatic life. Feel the pulse of Cuyahoga's currents as Mike and I unpack the nuances of steelhead migrations, the survival of these resilient fish through urban challenges, and the stocking strategies that promise a brighter fishing future. Learn how walleye and the prehistoric lake sturgeon are making waves in the river's ecosystem, potentially turning the Cuyahoga into their new spawning haven. As the river flows, so does our conversation—from the excitement of elusive muskies to the practicalities of finding the best fishing spots—offering a treasure trove of tips for anglers eager to cast their lines into these revitalized waters. Finally, join us as we reveal the secrets to successful fishing along the scenic Cuyahoga, where every bend in the river might yield the catch of a lifetime. Get the inside scoop on the optimal bait presentation, the art of navigating stream access laws, and the most effective techniques to lure in the big ones, whether you're after steelhead or musky. From towpaths to tackle, this episode is a call to all fishers of dreams and stewards of nature to celebrate and partake in the resurgent spirit of one of America's most storied rivers. Episode Chapters - Cuyahoga River Restoration (0:00:24) - The Rebirth of the Cuyahoga River Nature's transformation of the Cuyahoga River, its role in sparking the environmental movement, and ongoing restoration efforts are discussed with aquatic biologist Mike Durkalec. (0:08:29) - Dam Removals' Impact on Fish Migration Nature's revitalization through dam removal improves water quality, biodiversity, and fish migration, including the introduction of steelhead in the Cuyahoga River. (0:14:18) - Cuyahoga River Steelhead Surveys and Fishing Nature's resilience and unexpected spawning behavior of steelhead in urbanized areas, highlighting the importance of stream quality and the inclusive opportunity for anglers. (0:20:02) - Cuyahoga River Spawning and Stocking Monitoring fish populations, dam removals, and sturgeon introduction in the Cuyahoga River for potential spawning and migration. (0:30:05) - Exploring the Cuyahoga River for Steelhead Nature's elusive muskies in the Cuyahoga River, strategies for steelhead fishing, comparison to other streams, and potential for a successful fishery. (0:40:06) - Fishing, River Access, and Lure Presentation Nature's scenic towpaths for fishing and biking, bait ban confusion, stream access laws, and public access on Cuyahoga River. (0:48:09) - Fishing Techniques for Steelhead and Musky Nature's effective fishing techniques for steelhead and musky, including vertical and horizontal presentations, seasonal patterns, and gear setup. (0:54:32) - Weight and Depth Considerations in Fishing Nature's techniques for presenting bait naturally in different fishing environments, including trotting, adding weight, and adapting tactics. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/gld
We're in Cleveland, Ohio, with Jason Lawenda of MobiusJourneys.com. We talk about hiking to the waterfalls at Cuyahoga National Park, exploring the Great Lakes Science Center, and spending Halloween at the Lake View Cemetery with the graves of John D. Rockefeller and President James Garfield. Show notes are at https://WeTravelThere.com/cleveland Bluffworks' stylish clothing is designed with the modern traveler in mind. It is wrinkle-resistant, machine washable, and very comfortable with hidden pockets to protect your valuables. Save 10% with our promo code at WeTravelThere.com/bluffworks