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Springsteen returns to Ohio at another political flashpoint

The May 22 concert at Rocket Arena is part of the Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour.

Music

Bruce Springsteen heads to Cleveland on Friday at yet another political inflection point.State of play: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="concert at Rocket Arena" data-vars-click-url="https://www.rocketarena.com/events/detail/springsteen-e-street-260522" data-vars-content-id="ccc3928c-f516-4087-b51c-bb452d240b17" data-vars-headline="Springsteen returns to Ohio at another political flashpoint" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.rocketarena.com/events/detail/springsteen-e-street-260522" target="_blank">concert at Rocket Arena</a> is part of the Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour, with the anti-Trump rallying cry &quot;No Kings&quot; splattered across promotional posters.

Cleveland slides one spot in annual parks rankings

The Forest City continues to earn high marks for access and amenities, but hurt by below-average acreage

Environment

Cleveland has slipped from No. 30 to No. 31 in the Trust for Public Land&#x27;s ParkScore rankings. The big picture: The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="annual report" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tpl.org/parkscore" data-vars-content-id="a9bc4f57-fafa-4e4d-8fdc-3128adafe04d" data-vars-headline="Cleveland slides one spot in annual parks rankings" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tpl.org/parkscore" target="_blank">annual report</a> ranks the 100 most populous U.S. cities&#x27; park systems relative to one another based on five categories: access, acreage, amenities, equity, and investment.

Cavs go down 2-0 in Eastern Conference Finals

Cleveland looked exhausted in another second-half meltdown as New York seized control of the Eastern Conference Finals

Sports

What&#x27;s the opposite of a Cavalanche? State of play: The Cavs are now down 2-0 to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals after another demoralizing loss (109-93) Thursday night.

Cavs face major offseason decisions after playoff collapse

Cleveland put up an abysmal performance during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals.

News

The proverbial brooms were out at Rocket Arena last night as the New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers from the NBA playoffs.Why it matters: The Cavs&#x27; abysmal performance in their <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="first Eastern Conference finals" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/05/18/cavs-eastern-conference-finals" data-vars-content-id="31ddf97d-db78-4e6c-9b0b-e89ee6a7aff4" data-vars-headline="Cavs face major offseason decisions after playoff collapse" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/05/18/cavs-eastern-conference-finals" target="_self">first Eastern Conference finals</a> appearance since 2018 proves the team is not yet a championship contender.

Cleveland unveils massive East Side redevelopment

The Midline aims to transform 350 acres of long-vacant industrial land into a jobs hub and greenway.

Development

Cleveland leaders on Wednesday unveiled <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Midline" data-vars-click-url="https://www.clevelandmidline.org/" data-vars-content-id="d290ba5d-8cb8-4a1f-9745-d02d2a1108e3" data-vars-headline="Cleveland unveils massive East Side redevelopment" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.clevelandmidline.org/" target="_blank">The Midline</a>, a sweeping plan to transform more than 350 acres of long-vacant industrial land on the city&#x27;s East Side into a business district and greenway.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the largest industrial redevelopment project in modern Cleveland history. The vision includes new factories, multipurpose trails, and community-centered public spaces.

Rock Hall's "Love Live Rock" sign disappears — for now

A  new sign that reads "Love Live Rock & Roll" is on the way as part of the museum's expansion.

One of the most recognizable components of the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame&#x27;s front plaza is gone.State of play: The museum has removed the red &quot;Love Live Rock&quot; sign that has sat in front of the museum since 2016 and has been a backdrop for millions of selfies on social media.

Former Notre Dame College heads to the auction block

South Euclid has submitted a $7.9M bid to help shape the future of the prime 50-acre site

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The former Notre Dame College campus is heading to auction Thursday, and the city of South Euclid wants in on the action. Why it matters: The lush, 50-acre site is a prime redevelopment opportunity in the eastern suburbs, with potential for housing, parks and senior living facilities.

Cuyahoga County Jail saga continues with vote to secure funding

County council voted to borrow nearly $1 billion to finance the project as costs rise and legal threats swirl.

Cuyahoga County finally took action Tuesday to secure funding for the controversial new jail in Garfield Heights.Why it matters: The nearly $1 billion public project is the most expensive in county history and has been <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a fiasco since its inception" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2023/12/14/cuyahoga-county-council-sales-tax-jail" data-vars-content-id="59d6878a-7406-4fe0-9de9-863b2d66f51a" data-vars-headline="Cuyahoga County Jail saga continues with vote to secure funding" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2023/12/14/cuyahoga-county-council-sales-tax-jail" target="_self">a fiasco since its inception</a>.

Clifton Cleaners building to be reimagined as dual storefront

The property is now for lease, with two 1,100-square-foot spaces and an event venue in the back.

The former <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Clifton Cleaners Building" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/03/19/clifton-cleaners-building-is-getting-gutted" data-vars-content-id="26608b4d-1052-4e9c-b9fd-f2ae6790b67d" data-vars-headline="Clifton Cleaners building to be reimagined as dual storefront" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/03/19/clifton-cleaners-building-is-getting-gutted" target="_self">Clifton Cleaners Building</a> (11034 Clifton Blvd.) will no longer be a laundromat and dry cleaner, the building&#x27;s property manager tells Axios. State of play: Designer and realtor Liz McIlwee says it is now being marketed as a dual storefront, with two customizable spaces of about 1,100 square feet each and a larger event venue in the back.

Cleveland finally gets public bathrooms downtown

New "Portland Loo" facilities at Canal Basin Park aim to make public spaces more accessible.

Cleveland is finally getting something it has long lacked: free public restrooms downtown.Why it matters: &quot;In order for our downtown public spaces to be places where everyone wants to spend time and come visit, they have to be able to accommodate the human needs we all have,&quot; Abby Henry, a strategic projects manager in Mayor Justin Bibb&#x27;s office, tells Axios.

Parma Heights gets new state-of-the-art library

The 22,000-square-foot modern building will be community hub.

Cuyahoga County Public Library recently cut the ribbon on a new 22,000-square-foot branch in Parma Heights. Why it matters: Like other <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new" data-vars-click-url="https://cuyahogalibrary.org/branches/brooklyn" data-vars-content-id="24a2dd4c-4c1d-4bbf-beda-ea3e1877b449" data-vars-headline="Parma Heights gets new state-of-the-art library" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cuyahogalibrary.org/branches/brooklyn" target="_blank">new</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="planned branches" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cleveland.com/community/2026/03/city-teaming-with-school-board-ccpl-on-plans-for-new-beachwood-library.html" data-vars-content-id="24a2dd4c-4c1d-4bbf-beda-ea3e1877b449" data-vars-headline="Parma Heights gets new state-of-the-art library" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cleveland.com/community/2026/03/city-teaming-with-school-board-ccpl-on-plans-for-new-beachwood-library.html" target="_blank">planned branches</a> in CCPL&#x27;s portfolio, it&#x27;s designed as more than just a place to check out books.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame expansion signals new era

The museum also says the inductions will return to Cleveland every three years starting in 2027.

Get ready to see the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/09/02/rock-hall-30th-anniversary" data-vars-content-id="9d9d166c-f37f-423e-8a6d-31980717fe17" data-vars-headline="Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame expansion signals new era" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/09/02/rock-hall-30th-anniversary" target="_self">Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame</a> like you never have before.Why it matters: Construction on the museum&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$135 million expansion" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2023/09/14/rock-hall-expansion-groundbreaking" data-vars-content-id="9d9d166c-f37f-423e-8a6d-31980717fe17" data-vars-headline="Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame expansion signals new era" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2023/09/14/rock-hall-expansion-groundbreaking" target="_self">$135 million expansion</a> is set to be nearly complete by November, marking a new chapter for Cleveland&#x27;s top tourist attraction.

Cleveland's comeback era: How the '90s reshaped the city

After decades of industrial decline, Cleveland rebranded itself as "America's Comeback City."

What were you like in the 1990s?Why it matters: A new viral trend has everyone — from your friends and family to your <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="favorite celebrities" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DW0BKprCXju/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==" data-vars-content-id="6e4080e0-22de-4b79-a785-2a53a5995350" data-vars-headline="Cleveland&#x27;s comeback era: How the &#x27;90s reshaped the city" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DW0BKprCXju/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==" target="_blank">favorite celebrities</a> — answering the question on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="social media" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=what%20were%20you%20like%20in%20the%2090s" data-vars-content-id="6e4080e0-22de-4b79-a785-2a53a5995350" data-vars-headline="Cleveland&#x27;s comeback era: How the &#x27;90s reshaped the city" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=what%20were%20you%20like%20in%20the%2090s" target="_blank">social media</a>.<ul><li>After decades of industrial decline, Cleveland rebranded itself as &quot;America&#x27;s Comeback City.&quot;</li></ul>

Browns' Brook Park stadium gets $200 million pricier

Despite the Haslams' larger contribution, taxpayers are still helping to fund a private stadium district.

The Browns&#x27; new stadium in Brook Park just got more expensive, and the Haslams want credit for taking on an increased slice of the funding pie.Driving the news: The price tag for the domed facility and its surrounding development has climbed to $2.6 billion, up from $2.4 billion. The Haslams said last week these increases are tied to roofing upgrades that will enhance the natural light.

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