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"Love Is Blind" Season 10 recap: Breakups, red flags and Ohio homecoming

The contestants head back to Columbus, where the real drama is about to take place.

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It&#x27;s back to the real world for the contestants on Season 10 of &quot;Love Is Blind&quot; — and by &quot;real world,&quot; we mean Ohio.State of play: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The first week&#x27;s episodes" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/02/11/love-is-blind-season-10-ohio-recap-first-episodes" data-vars-content-id="e20b1312-8956-4964-b4ac-f03778d9c414" data-vars-headline="&quot;Love Is Blind&quot; Season 10 recap: Breakups, red flags and Ohio homecoming" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/02/11/love-is-blind-season-10-ohio-recap-first-episodes" target="_self">The first week&#x27;s episodes</a> of Netflix&#x27;s popular reality series saw seven couples get engaged sight unseen and then go on vacation together.

U.S. Rep. Brown to skip State of the Union

The Cleveland Democrat says attending would signal respect for conduct she believes harms democracy.

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown (D-OH) said she will not attend President Trump&#x27;s State of the Union address Tuesday.Why it matters: Brown has shown up for every SOTU speech since taking office in 2021, but says this year is different.

Paul McCartney and Wings to take flight at the Rock Hall

The museum's exhibit on McCartney's 1970s band opens on May 15.

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For the first time, the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame is launching an exhibit focused on the band Paul McCartney formed after leaving the Beatles.Driving the news: The exhibit, &quot;Paul McCartney and Wings,&quot; opens May 15 and focuses on the 1970s group consisting of McCartney (vocals/bass), his wife Linda McCartney (keyboards), Denny Laine of the Moody Blues (guitar/vocals) and Denny Seiwell (drums).

Cavs, Guardians seek $100M+ in state money to fund stadium repairs

The requests would tap Ohio's new sports-facility grant fund — from the same pot of unclaimed money the Browns tapped.

The Cavaliers and Guardians are seeking more than $100 million in state money to help cover mounting repairs and upgrades at Rocket Arena and Progressive Field.Why it matters: The public is on the hook for most of these costs. Former local lawmakers agreed to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="lease terms" data-vars-click-url="https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2024/12/04/22152/inside-why-cleveland-keeps-having-to-throw-good-stadium-money-after-bad/" data-vars-content-id="8755eebc-c32f-4dd2-90d3-aaf3e827d147" data-vars-headline="Cavs, Guardians seek $100M+ in state money to fund stadium repairs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.fieldofschemes.com/2024/12/04/22152/inside-why-cleveland-keeps-having-to-throw-good-stadium-money-after-bad/" target="_blank">lease terms</a> as a condition of the teams&#x27; staying put.

"You Can Be Both": Singer Lauren Lanzaretta explores faith and identity

The singer-songwriter explores her life as a gay Christian with new podcast.

Local singer-songwriter Lauren Lanzaretta has a new gig that&#x27;s keeping her in front of a microphone.The intrigue: Lanzaretta has launched <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;You Can Be Both,&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrSb3sT2gqpfpEVGYikemNQ" data-vars-content-id="ee697d7a-50cb-4db7-8385-adc2b5246f5c" data-vars-headline="&quot;You Can Be Both&quot;: Singer Lauren Lanzaretta explores faith and identity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrSb3sT2gqpfpEVGYikemNQ" target="_blank">&quot;You Can Be Both,&quot;</a> a podcast that explores what it&#x27;s like to be both gay and Christian.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame isn't broken — it's evolving

The Rock Hall continues to be one of the music industry's more polarizing institutions.

The Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame will announce its nominees for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="class of 2026" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/11/12/predictions-2026-rock-hall-ballot" data-vars-content-id="1929725f-a813-4122-b335-2ff095841a89" data-vars-headline="The Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame isn&#x27;t broken — it&#x27;s evolving" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/11/12/predictions-2026-rock-hall-ballot" target="_self">class of 2026</a> in the coming weeks, but not before the museum&#x27;s perceived shortcomings have entered the spotlight once again.Why it matters: The Rock Hall is Cleveland&#x27;s biggest tourist attraction. As its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="impact" data-vars-click-url="https://rockhall.com/economic-impact/" data-vars-content-id="1929725f-a813-4122-b335-2ff095841a89" data-vars-headline="The Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame isn&#x27;t broken — it&#x27;s evolving" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://rockhall.com/economic-impact/" target="_blank">impact</a> has grown, so has its standing as one of the music industry&#x27;s more polarizing institutions.

Cleveland's 2026 stadium slate grows with Post Malone, Jelly Roll

The two stars are bringing the sequel to their 2025 tour to Huntington Bank Field.

Cleveland has its third stadium concert of 2026.Driving the news: Post Malone and Jelly Roll are bringing their &quot;The Big Ass Stadium Tour Part 2&quot; to Huntington Bank Field on June 25.

Several Cleveland artists are up for Grammys — here's who to watch

This year's nominees include Northeast Ohio artists Elaine Martone, Durand Bernarr and more.

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday could be a nice night for Cleveland.Why it matters: Several local artists are up for awards, adding to Northeast Ohio&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="rich history" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/01/31/grammys-awards-northeast-ohio-nine-inch-nails" data-vars-content-id="80775720-4830-4d12-bc42-eac8b1e6945e" data-vars-headline="Several Cleveland artists are up for Grammys — here&#x27;s who to watch" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/01/31/grammys-awards-northeast-ohio-nine-inch-nails" target="_self">rich history</a> at the annual ceremony.

Daft Punk DJs, Maiden mosh pits: Building a dream Rock Hall class

The annual inductions return to Cleveland this fall as the museum unveils its expansion.

There is no such thing as a perfect Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="class" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/01/05/rock-hall-snubs-2026-nominees-ballot" data-vars-content-id="4c5d383b-3f1e-4dd0-9ba1-2306c911573e" data-vars-headline="Daft Punk DJs, Maiden mosh pits: Building a dream Rock Hall class" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/01/05/rock-hall-snubs-2026-nominees-ballot" target="_self">class</a> — but there might we one that&#x27;s perfect to you.Why it matters: We&#x27;re a few weeks away from the Rock Hall announcing its 2026 ballot.

John Mellencamp bringing "Dancing Words Tour" to Blossom in 2026

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer's latest tour promises a night full of his biggest hits.

Add a Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Famer to the list of artists coming to Northeast Ohio in 2026.Driving the news: John Mellencamp&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;Dancing Words Tour&quot;" data-vars-click-url="https://ultimateclassicrock.com/john-mellencamp-is-bringing-back-his-biggest-hits-for-2026-tour/" data-vars-content-id="87bff074-924b-42e1-9a3b-4d90c0778006" data-vars-headline="John Mellencamp bringing &quot;Dancing Words Tour&quot; to Blossom in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://ultimateclassicrock.com/john-mellencamp-is-bringing-back-his-biggest-hits-for-2026-tour/" target="_blank">&quot;Dancing Words Tour&quot;</a> will stop at Blossom Music Center on July 21.

Bob Weir's long, strange trip through Northeast Ohio

Weir performed in the area more than 40 times with his various bands.

The music world bid farewell to another legend over the weekend with the passing of the Grateful Dead&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Bob Weir" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/11/entertainment/video/bob-weir-grateful-dead-vrtc-digvid" data-vars-content-id="0a0f0bd6-da80-4a0c-8755-ecc54a4f706f" data-vars-headline="Bob Weir&#x27;s long, strange trip through Northeast Ohio" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/11/entertainment/video/bob-weir-grateful-dead-vrtc-digvid" target="_blank">Bob Weir</a>.Zoom in: Northeast Ohio also lost one of the most prolific performers in the area&#x27;s rich music history.

Rock Hall 2026: Longtime snubs that may finally get their due

Which previous nominee could finally hear their name called for induction?

The Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame is expected to announce the nominees for its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="class of 2026" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/11/12/predictions-2026-rock-hall-ballot" data-vars-content-id="8d54d756-59eb-4a29-9c0d-a894e3a8ac88" data-vars-headline="Rock Hall 2026: Longtime snubs that may finally get their due" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/11/12/predictions-2026-rock-hall-ballot" target="_self">class of 2026</a> in the next month or so.The intrigue: The annual ceremony, which is scheduled to return to Cleveland this fall, has honored several <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="longtime snubs" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2024/01/05/rock-roll-hall-of-fame-snubs-all-time" data-vars-content-id="8d54d756-59eb-4a29-9c0d-a894e3a8ac88" data-vars-headline="Rock Hall 2026: Longtime snubs that may finally get their due" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2024/01/05/rock-roll-hall-of-fame-snubs-all-time" target="_self">longtime snubs</a> in recent years.

Cleveland's live stages punch above their weight — but they're in trouble

A report shows Cleveland outperforms the nation on jobs and GDP, even as independent venues struggle to stay afloat.

Cleveland&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="live music scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/04/01/cuyahoga-live-music-task-force" data-vars-content-id="388db28b-285e-4397-b595-c1c38163fef1" data-vars-headline="Cleveland&#x27;s live stages punch above their weight — but they&#x27;re in trouble" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/04/01/cuyahoga-live-music-task-force" target="_self">live music scene</a> is exceptionally strong, according to a new report: dense with stages, rich in jobs, and deeply supported by local audiences. It outperforms national benchmarks across GDP, jobs, wages, and tax generation.Why it matters: That success masks a structural problem: 75% of independent venues lost money in 2024, raising concerns about the industry&#x27;s long-term sustainability and spotlighting a need for solutions.