Metro Archives December 2023
Student loans, baby names, best places to live in Ohio: My 11 most-read trending articles on cleveland.com in 2023
So much to be thankful for looking back at my favorite photos from 2023: Joshua Gunter
New Year’s Day 2023: What’s open and closed
Mayor Justin Bibb’s second year in office defined by public safety, and paving the way for Cleveland’s next chapter
Ohio reports first pediatric death of current flu season
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoes bill that would ban transgender health care for minors, athletes in women’s sports
Ohio reading wars lawsuit challenges state’s requirement that schools teach ‘science of reading’
Ohioans could see increased gas prices with bill signed by Gov. Mike DeWine: The Wake Up for Friday, Dec. 29, 2023
Powerball jackpot hits $760 million, 6th largest in its history: Ohio Lottery results
Ohio attorney general, Cuyahoga officials seek help in identifying body found on train tracks
Man accused of fatally shooting woman in Bedford surrenders to authorities
Weekly COVID-19 cases finally fall after 10-week climb: Coronavirus update for Thursday, Dec. 28
Colder conditions, chance for snow mark Northeast Ohio’s New Year’s Eve weekend forecast
Cleveland man shot to death in city’s Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood
Warrensville Heights man fatally shot in Cleveland
Cleveland’s Longfellow school morphs from ‘palace of learning’ to ‘palace of senior living’
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 28, 2023
Doctors in Cleveland trauma centers see carnage of city’s gun violence firsthand: The Wake Up for Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023
Prosecutors urge Ohio Supreme Court to weigh in on dispute with 8th District over confrontation clause
Powerball winning numbers for Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023; jackpot $700 million
Dense fog settles over Northeast Ohio, leading to advisory from National Weather Service
Richmond Heights man indicted for quadruple shooting
More rain, fog possible: Northeast Ohio’s Thursday weather forecast
My favorite photos of 2023: cleveland.com photographer David Petkiewicz
New year, new yard!
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 27, 2023
Restrictions to Ohio’s transgender community remain focus of GOP legislators: The Wake Up for Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023
Video of police officer punching Miami University student from Berea during arrest spurs investigation
Mega Millions winning numbers for Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023; jackpot $73 million
Car crashes again near ‘Where’s My Guardrail’ home in Cleveland Heights
Cooling trend continues: Northeast Ohio’s Wednesday weather forecast
Bedford police, U.S. marshals search for suspect accused of murdering woman
Best Cleveland cupcakes, chocolatiers, tea rooms and so much more: Yelp’s top spots for 2023
Climbing Japan’s Mount Fuji was the experience of a lifetime, one I’ll never forget (photos)
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 26, 2023
Troopers boost tickets in Cuyahoga County, while writing fewer across the state
Undeterred by testimony and November elections, GOP lawmakers continue to push ahead on transgender bans
Best grocery store marinara sauce, turkey subs, pizza chain wings, Clif bars & more: 2023 Best of Cleveland rankings in review
The story behind one of Cuyahoga County’s biggest structures few people probably have ever seen
Christmas 2023 will feature warm temps, a contrast to last year’s ice, snow
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 24, 2023
‘Simply Acting Nice to All:’ What it’s like to be Santa Claus
Cleveland’s best museums, golf courses, bars & more: Trip Advisor’s top spots for 2023
Christmas Day 2023: What’s open and closed
Boston Mills ski resort has plenty of snow to please the crowd on opening day (photos)
‘Outrageous’: Shots fired outside the funeral of Cleveland slaying victim; one man injured
Police officer sues Tri-C, accuses chief and HR director of retaliation for investigating supervisors
A look through my favorite photos from 2023: John Kuntz
Northeast Ohio school is No. 1 on list of state’s best small colleges; See Top 25
Cleveland police investigate fatal shooting on city's East Side
Family wins $500,000 to buy Solon home in Better Home giveaway
Cleveland architecture firm Bialosky, a top regional player, makes a leadership transition
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 22, 2023
Happy holidays, readers: The Wake Up for Friday, Dec. 22, 2023
Powerball jackpot reaches $620 million; Thursday’s Ohio Lottery results
Crash leads Willoughby police to arrest 2 Florida men with stolen identification cards
Ohio drug overdose deaths decreased in 2022, though an increase is expected in 2023
Ohio ranks among bottom 10 healthiest states, report says
Weekly COVID-19 cases continue rising for 10th week: Coronavirus update for Thursday, Dec. 21
Weekend warming trend will end with a mild Christmas: Northeast Ohio’s forecast
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 21, 2023
First round of awards from Cleveland’s violence prevention fund announced: See the list
Why do some people age more gracefully than others? The Wake Up for Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023
Cleveland jobs initiative to receive federal grant
Winning Powerball lottery numbers for Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023; jackpot $572 million
Ex-East Cleveland officers guilty of taking dump operator’s bribes
Calm conditions continue: Northeast Ohio’s Thursday weather forecast
Jury deliberating in former East Cleveland officers’ bribery trial
Ohio town among top 15 best cities to celebrate Christmas, report says
CWRU researchers ask what makes us age? And can we reverse it?
Fundraising for August, November elections over the right to an abortion tops $100 million: Capitol Letter
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 20, 2023
Why Cuyahoga County property tax bills will be late this year: The Wake Up for Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023
Police in Northeast Ohio will continue to screen applicants for marijuana, despite Issue 2′s passage
Winning numbers in Mega Millions drawing for Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023; jackpot $41 million
Northeast Ohio snow totals from winter storm; Chardon gets nearly 11 inches
GOP aims to solidify majority on OH Supreme Court by squaring Deters against Stewart
Cleveland native Jake Paul partners with USA Boxing for 2024 Paris Olympics
Lebanese carpenter sentenced to 18 months in prison for helping to smuggle guns from Cleveland to Beirut
Sunshine returns: Northeast Ohio’s Wednesday weather forecast
Campaigns for, against abortion rights raised $108 million for November and August elections
Baby, it’s dark outside: How do trees cope with the short days of the winter solstice?
Is a hard winter on the way? See Dick Goddard’s 20 signs in Farmers’ Almanac
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 19, 2023
U.S. Steel to be bought by Japanese steelmaker: The Wake Up for Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023
2 Northeast Ohio men compete for spots on USA Cycling’s Olympics team
Northeast Ohio snow totals for Monday, Dec. 18, 2023; Chardon gets 4.3 inches
Powerball winning numbers for Monday, Dec. 18, 2023; jackpot $543 million
Winter storm warning in effect in NE Ohio snow belt; wind gusts top 50 mph
Corky & Lenny’s accused of underpaying servers, federal lawsuit claims
State board OK’d $3 million payment to estate of Cleveland man wrongfully imprisoned for 45 years in wife’s death
Akron deli robbed twice over weekend, possibly by same person, police say
Cleveland mother took 6-year-old son to local hotel for night of swimming, treats. Then she shot him 11 times.
With Ohio Supreme Court dismissal, abortion ‘heartbeat’ ban now back in lower court
Heavy snow possible in some areas: Northeast Ohio’s Tuesday forecast
Classic vehicles stolen from Rocky River found at chop shop in Cleveland, police say
Ohio House punt on recreational marijuana delays medical dispensaries selling to adults, DeWine says: Capitol Letter
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 18, 2023
Cleveland Metroparks, a cherished asset, has plans to get even better: The Wake Up for Monday, Dec. 18, 2023
Monday’s Powerball jackpot reaches $543 million; Sunday’s Ohio Lottery results
Winter storm watch issued for parts of NE Ohio; 6 inches of snow possible
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 17, 2023
Cleveland Metroparks adds gems to Emerald Necklace by leveraging big grants, partnerships
Man charged in fatal accidental shooting of woman in Akron, police say
Two drivers still hospitalized, no children injured in four-vehicle crash involving Beachwood school bus, police say
Man found dead outside home in Akron’s Summit Lake neighborhood, police say
Cuyahoga County again sees steep rise in children accused of killings: Details of the 41 cases
Cuyahoga County receives $8 million from state to help fix toxic lead in homes, care facilities
U.S. marshals arrest Cleveland murder suspect in Miami
‘Igor is coming home’: Shaker Heights grants ex-police officer custody of K-9
Authorities seek help identifying shooter who wounded teens at tree lighting event at Public Square
Gov. DeWine: Medical dispensaries could have been ready to sell recreational marijuana by January if House had acted
Rockefeller Park Greenhouse dresses up for the holidays with spectacular poinsettia show
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 15, 2023
So much for public input. At special meeting, Cuyahoga County rams through tax increase for new jail: The Wake Up for Friday, Dec. 15, 2023
Powerball jackpot at $535 million; Ohio Lottery results for Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023
Weekly COVID-19 cases up for 9th week in a row: Coronavirus update for Thursday, Dec. 14
Five Ohio cities rank in U.S. Top 10 for best places to be a holiday delivery driver
Northeast Ohio’s weekend forecast: Increasingly cloudy conditions expected
5 Ohio towns among top 20 Most Affordable Cities to Buy a House, report says
Ohio abortion providers ask judge to permanently block ‘heartbeat’ ban now that amendment is in effect
Understanding the role of nitric oxide in diabetes: Researchers at CWRU and UH in Cleveland make discovery
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 14, 2023
Cleveland’s Larry Doby honored with Congressional Gold Medal: The Wake Up for Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023
Suspect in fatal shootings in Euclid, Cleveland arrested by federal authorities
Powerball numbers for a $500 million jackpot; Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, Ohio Lottery results
General Assembly expected to go home for the holidays, leaving recreational marijuana law untouched
Cleveland man charged by feds in carjacking during street takeover
Legislature sends Gov. DeWine bill combining bans on transgender sports and health care
Community police commissioner demands more oversight of Cleveland police policy. Mayor calls plan ‘dangerous’
Warmer weather on the way: Northeast Ohio’s Thursday forecast
Ex-officers’ bribery trial will show there is ‘the right way, the wrong way and the East Cleveland way’: prosecutor
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 13, 2023
With more intense rainstorms, will new stormwater tunnels keep sewage out of Lake Erie? The Wake Up for Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023
MetroHealth rethinks new outpatient center to meet future healthcare needs; construction costs to rise
Man, 79, killed by car when he trips, falls while trying to cross highway in Erie County
Mega Millions winning numbers for Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023; jackpot $20 million
Male pedestrian dies in hit-and-run in Lake County
Feds charge trio in downtown Cleveland carjacking, kidnapping
Cleveland man agrees to 17.5-year sentence for running drug ring from prison
From ‘puff, puff pass’ to ‘puff, puff police:’ Critics frown on Ohio House’s proposed changes to recreational marijuana
Gift ideas for the Northeast Ohio gardener
Sunny and cold: Northeast Ohio’s Wednesday weather forecast
EV charging stations, renewables, and more: Newly-named Climate Mayors Chair Justin Bibb lays out Cleveland’s 2024 climate goals
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 12, 2023
Should the Cuyahoga Valley National Park pave the Towpath Trail? The Wake Up for Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023
United Way awards more than $2.2 million in grants to Northeast Ohio agencies
Dreaming of a white Christmas in Northeast Ohio? Better keep dreaming
Suspect in fatal shooting in Richmond Heights surrenders to police
Check the winning Powerball numbers for a $477 million jackpot; Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, Ohio Lottery results
Eastlake man dies in 2-vehicle crash near Mansfield
Trial underway for ex-East Cleveland officers charged in bribery scheme involving illegal dump operator
Sunshine returns: Northeast Ohio’s Tuesday weather forecast
Carbon monoxide can be a silent killer during colder weather
Emailed hoaxes hit Northeast Ohio school districts; authorities dismiss threats
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 11, 2023
Cleveland plans to give police more help in handling mental-health calls: The Wake Up for Monday, Dec. 11, 2023
2 tickets sold in California split $394 million Mega Millions jackpot; Sunday’s Ohio Lottery results
Northeast Ohio weather forecast: Lots of sunshine? In December? That’s what they’re saying
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 10, 2023
Short term pain, long term gain? Cleveland chips away at social safety net in pursuit of revitalized city
Ousted MetroHealth CEO Akram Boutros dismisses lawsuit over his firing, cites health issues
Assistant public defender appointed to fill Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court seat
Akron man wounded after several shots fired into home
Cleveland prepares to deploy more social workers alongside police for mental health crises
Reasonable caution or hype? Concerns rise in U.S. over respiratory illness cases in China
Now that recreational marijuana is legal, can Ohioans bring product back from Michigan?
Firefighter, woman sue Cleveland over old, discriminatory physical fitness test
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 8, 2023
Want to learn how to grow weed? There’s a class for that: The Wake Up for Friday, Dec. 8, 2023
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots at $863 million combined; Thursday’s Ohio Lottery results
Cuyahoga County prosecutors use genealogy to identify three more cold-case rape suspects
COVID-19 case numbers reach highest point since January: Coronavirus update for Thursday, Dec. 7
Sunshine and warmer weather before rain and snow return: Northeast Ohio’s weekend forecast
Cleveland City Hall eliminates pre-hiring marijuana tests for some positions
Ohio town ranked among best U.S. cities for singles, report says
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 7, 2023
Recreational marijuana becomes legal in Ohio today: The Wake Up for Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023
Powerball jackpot is $435 million for Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, drawing; here are the winning numbers
Wrong-way crash on I-90 involving stolen Amazon van kills 1 person, reports say
Ohio Senate, governor push for immediate recreational sales at medical marijuana dispensaries
Cleveland Heights lawyer pleads guilty to bringing meth to county jail; child porn charge dropped
Weather warm-up expected: Northeast Ohio’s Thursday forecast
DeWine looms over corruption probe into ex-utility regulator he appointed: Capitol Letter
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 6, 2023
How schools are managing student cellphone use: The Wake Up for Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023
Did you win the $377 million Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023? Check your numbers
Critics: Ohioans will buy product in Michigan or illicit market if legislature adopts Senate changes to recreational marijuana
Kent murder suspect arrested in Texas, police say
Western Reserve Land Conservancy hosting public forum on improving use of vacant land in Cleveland
Light morning snow: Northeast Ohio’s Wednesday weather forecast
Two murder suspects arrested by U.S. marshals in Cleveland Heights
Tiny Forest at Lyndhurst Community of Faith Church may have big benefits
Traffic lanes re-opened in downtown Cleveland after suspected bomb threat, police say
Ohio town ranked No. 1 U.S. housing market of 2024, Realtor.com says
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 5, 2023
Ohio’s former top utilities regulator Sam Randazzo charged 3 years after FBI raid: The Wake Up for Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023
A lottery ticket worth $44 million was sold in Florida; it expires next week
Powerball winning numbers for Monday, Dec. 4, 2023; jackpot $412 million
Cleveland police hiring cap to be raised from age 40 to 55
U.S., Ohio and Cleveland receive low grades for preterm births on 2023 March of Dimes report
Mix of snow and rain: Northeast Ohio’s Tuesday weather forecast
No jail time for East Cleveland cop who admitted assaulting driver with stomp to the head
Here’s what you need to know about the other 5 Ohioans charged, convicted in connection to House Bill 6 corruption scandal
Ohio town makes Top 20 Most Fun Cities in America, 1 spot behind New York City
Man cut off at Cleveland City Council’s microphone files First Amendment lawsuit against council, President Blaine Griffin
Higher taxes, no home grow: Here’s what Ohio Senate Republicans propose for recreational marijuana
Northeast Ohio city among HGTV’s 50 Best Small Towns to Visit for Christmas
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 4, 2023
Homeowners are paying professionals $1,000 or more to save themselves the pain of putting up Christmas lights: The Wake Up for Monday, Dec. 4, 2023
The top pancake shops in Greater Cleveland, according to Yelp
Ohio lawmakers’ changes to recreational marijuana law expected to begin this week
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots nearly $800 million combined; Sunday’s Ohio Lottery results
Northeast Ohio weather forecast: Messy few days ahead
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 3, 2023
GE lights up the holidays at NELA Park with dazzling LED light displays (photos)
NOACA throws up roadblock to controversial I-71 interchange proposed at Strongsville-Brunswick border
A quiet end to a violent life: Cleveland mob enforcer, known as ‘the Surgeon’ for dismembering bodies, dies in prison
Driver dies in single-car crash on Ohio 2 in Lorain County
19-month-old toddler shot in Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood
6 Ohio towns among 100 most expensive U.S. cities to heat homes in winter
The Plain Dealer’s front page for December 1, 2023
No shushing, no stares: sensory-friendly performances invite neurodivergent audiences: The Wake Up for Friday, Dec. 1, 2023
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots top $755 million combined; Thursday’s Ohio Lottery results
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