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The state of Ohio has taken swift action against the security firm guarding gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy after revelations that two of his bodyguards were unregistered and a third was arrested on federal drug‑trafficking charges.
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The state of Ohio has taken swift action against the security firm guarding gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy after revelations that two of his bodyguards were unregistered and a third was arrested on federal drug‑trafficking charges.
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January 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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The state of Ohio has taken swift action against the security firm guarding gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy after revelations that two of his bodyguards were unregistered and a third was arrested on federal drug‑trafficking charges.
Photo: AP
The state of Ohio has taken swift action against the security firm guarding gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy after revelations that two of his bodyguards were unregistered and a third was arrested on federal drug‑trafficking charges.
Photo: AP
COLUMN: "We are not here because Trump shattered the modern political norms around race. We are not here because Trump revived racism as a political tool. We are here because the people who are not racist went along with it."
Nonracists who stay silent in the face of Trump’s bigotry are among his enablers: Eric Foster
How do we get back on course towards MLK's dream? The current frontrunner for the 2028 Republican nomination is following Trump’s racist playbook. If he’s the frontrunner, I wonder, do those of you who support him even want to get back on course? Reagan said in 1986, “But traces of bigotry still mar America.” Forty MLK Day observances later, it is not bigotry’s traces that still mar America. It is bigotry itself, writes Eric Foster in his column today.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:35 PM
COLUMN: "We are not here because Trump shattered the modern political norms around race. We are not here because Trump revived racism as a political tool. We are here because the people who are not racist went along with it."
Details are still evolving, but National Weather Service forecasters say confidence is increasing that accumulating snow could reach Northeast Ohio, particularly areas east of Interstate 71.
Monster winter storm to blast much of US: How much will hit NE Ohio?
A major winter storm could disrupt travel across much of the US this weekend, while parts of Northeast Ohio may see accumulating snow late Saturday into Sunday.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Details are still evolving, but National Weather Service forecasters say confidence is increasing that accumulating snow could reach Northeast Ohio, particularly areas east of Interstate 71.
Proof, 4116 Lorain Ave., announced on social media this week that its last day for business will be Sunday, Feb. 1. The barbecue restaurant originally opened in Tremont in March 2020, later moving to its Ohio City location.
Proof Barbeque announces closure after nearly 6 years in Cleveland
The restaurant at 4116 Lorain Ave. cited ongoing economic challenges facing independent restaurants in announcing the closure on social media this week.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Proof, 4116 Lorain Ave., announced on social media this week that its last day for business will be Sunday, Feb. 1. The barbecue restaurant originally opened in Tremont in March 2020, later moving to its Ohio City location.
Snow, dangerous cold and a potentially impactful winter storm are all in play for Northeast Ohio over the next several days as winter flexes its full range with multiple weather threats 🥶
Snow Wednesday, dangerous cold Friday and a potential weekend storm ahead for NE Ohio
Northeast Ohio will see snow Wednesday, dangerous cold by Friday and a potential weekend storm that could bring accumulating snow to the region.
www.cleveland.com
January 21, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Snow, dangerous cold and a potentially impactful winter storm are all in play for Northeast Ohio over the next several days as winter flexes its full range with multiple weather threats 🥶
“We have addressed each and every issue raised by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, and we are confident our new petition summary language will be approved,” said Dennis Willard, spokesperson for Ohioans for Cannabis Choice.
Ohio cannabis referendum 2026: Group files revised petition language
Ohioans for Cannabis Choice submitted new petition language and signatures to Attorney General Dave Yost after their initial version was rejected.
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January 21, 2026 at 5:33 PM
“We have addressed each and every issue raised by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, and we are confident our new petition summary language will be approved,” said Dennis Willard, spokesperson for Ohioans for Cannabis Choice.
Warm weather can't come soon enough! 🍻
Terrestrial Brewing Co. moves ahead with deck, patio, event center space
The Cleveland brewery is building a deck and patio overlooking Lake Erie and Edgewater Beach, with plans to open an upstairs event space.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Warm weather can't come soon enough! 🍻
“We’re very excited to share the news that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child, a boy,” the couple said in a joint statement. “Usha and the baby are doing well, and we are all looking forward to welcoming him in late July.”
Vice President JD Vance announces fourth child on the way
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced Tuesday they are expecting their fourth child, a boy, due in late July.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:30 PM
“We’re very excited to share the news that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child, a boy,” the couple said in a joint statement. “Usha and the baby are doing well, and we are all looking forward to welcoming him in late July.”
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Put some respect on Cleveland’s culinary scene! 🔥🍽
Chef Vinnie Cimino earns his 3rd straight James Beard semifinalist nod and Mallorca in downtown lands on the shortlist for Outstanding Hospitality.
Put some respect on Cleveland’s culinary scene! 🔥🍽
Chef Vinnie Cimino earns his 3rd straight James Beard semifinalist nod and Mallorca in downtown lands on the shortlist for Outstanding Hospitality.
January 21, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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Put some respect on Cleveland’s culinary scene! 🔥🍽
Chef Vinnie Cimino earns his 3rd straight James Beard semifinalist nod and Mallorca in downtown lands on the shortlist for Outstanding Hospitality.
Put some respect on Cleveland’s culinary scene! 🔥🍽
Chef Vinnie Cimino earns his 3rd straight James Beard semifinalist nod and Mallorca in downtown lands on the shortlist for Outstanding Hospitality.
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Baker Mayfield threw down the gauntlet Tuesday night against his former Browns coach, Kevin Stefanski, confirming a long-simmering feud with the Falcons’ new head coach.
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Baker Mayfield threw down the gauntlet Tuesday night against his former Browns coach, Kevin Stefanski, confirming a long-simmering feud with the Falcons’ new head coach.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Baker Mayfield threw down the gauntlet Tuesday night against his former Browns coach, Kevin Stefanski, confirming a long-simmering feud with the Falcons’ new head coach.
Picture: John Kuntz, Cleveland.com
Baker Mayfield threw down the gauntlet Tuesday night against his former Browns coach, Kevin Stefanski, confirming a long-simmering feud with the Falcons’ new head coach.
Picture: John Kuntz, Cleveland.com
Protesters gathered Tuesday at Wade Oval Park, protesting ICE's clampdown on U.S. cities and calling for grassroots organizing to counter what they described as government overreach one year into President Donald Trump’s second term. https://0wppP0.short.gy/8SEuHx
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January 21, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Protesters gathered Tuesday at Wade Oval Park, protesting ICE's clampdown on U.S. cities and calling for grassroots organizing to counter what they described as government overreach one year into President Donald Trump’s second term. https://0wppP0.short.gy/8SEuHx
📸: Olivia Mitchell, cleveland.com
📸: Olivia Mitchell, cleveland.com
The University of Cincinnati is launching a new financial aid program that will allow students from lower- and middle-income families to attend school tuition-free, the latest Ohio college to offer such a benefit.
University of Cincinnati to offer free tuition for mid-, lower-income Ohio students
Beginning fall 2026, a new grant will make the University of Cincinnati accessible to thousands of students whose families earn under $75,000 annually.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:32 PM
The University of Cincinnati is launching a new financial aid program that will allow students from lower- and middle-income families to attend school tuition-free, the latest Ohio college to offer such a benefit.
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A bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers says FirstEnergy shouldn’t get permission to let power outages last longer or happen more often.
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A bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers says FirstEnergy shouldn’t get permission to let power outages last longer or happen more often.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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A bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers says FirstEnergy shouldn’t get permission to let power outages last longer or happen more often.
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A bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers says FirstEnergy shouldn’t get permission to let power outages last longer or happen more often.
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This new hub, expected to open in fall 2026, will offer specialized and complex cancer treatments that were previously only available at UH’s main facility in Cleveland.
UH TriPoint breast center opens in Concord Township
The new facility unifies mammography, diagnostic and biopsy services in one location as part of a $39 million regional cancer hub planned for fall 2026.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:33 PM
This new hub, expected to open in fall 2026, will offer specialized and complex cancer treatments that were previously only available at UH’s main facility in Cleveland.
The move has been anticipated for months – years, even – since the terminal was sold in 2023 to a real estate investment firm.
Barons, Greyhound to relocate from historic downtown Cleveland terminal to Brook Park next month
The historic downtown terminal, purchased by Playhouse Square in 2024, will be replaced by a new 2,100-square-foot facility near Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:04 PM
The move has been anticipated for months – years, even – since the terminal was sold in 2023 to a real estate investment firm.
With four of the 10 head coach vacancies filled, including the recent hires of Robert Saleh by the Titans and Jeff Hafley by the Dolphins, the Browns are getting closer to deciding on their man.
Browns doing homework on Sean McDermott, but focusing on Grant Udinski, Nate Scheelhaase and their 3 other 2nd interviews
The Browns are doing their diligence on Sean McDermott, but focusing more on Grant Udinski and their 3 other 2nd interviews.
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January 21, 2026 at 12:31 PM
With four of the 10 head coach vacancies filled, including the recent hires of Robert Saleh by the Titans and Jeff Hafley by the Dolphins, the Browns are getting closer to deciding on their man.
Happy Wednesday, Cleveland! We hope you are managing to stay warm during this frigid cold snap 🥶 At least we've had some sunny skies!
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January 21, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Happy Wednesday, Cleveland! We hope you are managing to stay warm during this frigid cold snap 🥶 At least we've had some sunny skies!
Photo: edrost88 on Instagram
Photo: edrost88 on Instagram
Ohio Rep. David Thomas, a Republican from Ashtabula County, said in an interview with clevelanddotcom that he believes the Ohio EPA is seeking the changes to accommodate the wishes of President Donald Trump, who has called for regulations surrounding the construction of data centers be streamlined.
Lawmakers fear Ohio EPA’s proposed data center permit could harm Lake Erie
The draft permit submitted by the Ohio EPA would make all data centers subject to the same discharge permit, rather than making them site specfic.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:05 AM
Ohio Rep. David Thomas, a Republican from Ashtabula County, said in an interview with clevelanddotcom that he believes the Ohio EPA is seeking the changes to accommodate the wishes of President Donald Trump, who has called for regulations surrounding the construction of data centers be streamlined.
Tuesday brought Hall of Fame joy for Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones, both elected to Cooperstown by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. For the four former Cleveland players on the ballot, however, the outcome was far less celebratory
Three former Cleveland players exit Hall of Fame ballot; one remains
A former Cleveland slugger who hit 236 homers with the team saw his BBWAA ballot eligibility expire, though Era Committee consideration remains possible.
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January 21, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Tuesday brought Hall of Fame joy for Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones, both elected to Cooperstown by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. For the four former Cleveland players on the ballot, however, the outcome was far less celebratory
Cleveland’s next bus rapid transit line is on track. RTA says West 25th bus-only lanes could cut travel times nearly in half, but parking concerns remain.
RTA advances West 25th bus rapid transit project, as some businesses remain opposed
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January 21, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Cleveland’s next bus rapid transit line is on track. RTA says West 25th bus-only lanes could cut travel times nearly in half, but parking concerns remain.
Former Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has pulled out of the Browns head coach search, leaving five candidates.
Mike McDaniel pulls out of Browns head coach search, leaving 5 finalists; they’ll need to add a minority too
Former Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has pulled out of the Browns head coach search, leaving five candidates.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Former Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel has pulled out of the Browns head coach search, leaving five candidates.
Dennis Kucinich wants a judge to freeze the Browns’ relocation plans, claiming the team is violating its Cleveland lease.
Ex-Cleveland mayor seeks injunction to halt Browns relocation efforts
Former Cleveland Mayor Dennis Kucinich wants a Cuyahoga County judge to halt the Cleveland Browns’ efforts to relocate their home games to a proposed new stadium in Brook Park.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Dennis Kucinich wants a judge to freeze the Browns’ relocation plans, claiming the team is violating its Cleveland lease.
Ohio currently doesn’t provide any state-issued protection for political candidates or most statewide officeholders. Legislation pending in the Ohio Senate would address adding security details for some candidates.
Ohio lawmakers weigh state security details for candidates amid Vivek Ramaswamy issues
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January 20, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Ohio currently doesn’t provide any state-issued protection for political candidates or most statewide officeholders. Legislation pending in the Ohio Senate would address adding security details for some candidates.
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has introduced bipartisan legislation that would reverse a recent change in federal tax law that forces gamblers to pay taxes on money they never actually earned.
Rep. Max Miller introduces bill to restore gambling loss tax deduction
Rep. Max Miller, a Bay Village Republican, has introduced the FULL HOUSE Act. It would reverse a 2026 tax law change that forces gamblers to pay taxes on phantom income they never actually earned.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:00 PM
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has introduced bipartisan legislation that would reverse a recent change in federal tax law that forces gamblers to pay taxes on money they never actually earned.
Starting tomorrow (Wednesday), Cleveland’s legislators will begin pulling the mayor’s staff and outside experts into City Hall to answer questions about the lakefront airport’s future.
Feeling burned by the Browns deal, Cleveland City Council seeks early say on Burke airport
City Council wants input on Burke's future on the front-end, not the back end.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Starting tomorrow (Wednesday), Cleveland’s legislators will begin pulling the mayor’s staff and outside experts into City Hall to answer questions about the lakefront airport’s future.