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Norma Herr adds 103 shelter beds in $31 million expansion

Cleveland and Cuyahoga County are investing in this as part of a homelessness strategy.

News

Local officials are celebrating a $31 million expansion and renovation of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Norma Herr Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2024/10/23/norma-herr-womens-homeless-shelter-expansion-renovation" data-vars-content-id="6f9bd0a0-eee1-49b5-9617-5eea0c1a7147" data-vars-headline="Norma Herr adds 103 shelter beds in $31 million expansion" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2024/10/23/norma-herr-womens-homeless-shelter-expansion-renovation" target="_self">Norma Herr Center</a>, the region&#x27;s primary emergency shelter for women experiencing homelessness.Why it matters: The ongoing project significantly expands shelter capacity while replacing congregate sleeping arrangements with more private, dignified accommodations.

Ohio taxpayers each face $1,670 tab for Trump's mass deportation push

Trump's immigration policies have thousands of Ohio's Haitian immigrants in limbo.

Immigration

Ohio taxpayers would pay nearly $1,700 each for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="President Trump&#x27;s mass deportation" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/46946043.25/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tL2xvY2FsL3BpdHRzYnVyZ2gvMjAyNi8wMi8wOS90cnVtcC1pbW1pZ3JhdGlvbi1zaGlmdC1pY2UtZGV0ZW50aW9ucy1waXR0c2J1cmdoP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1zZW5kdG9fbG9jYWxuZXdzbGV0dGVydGVzdCZzdHJlYW09dG9w/63883f95eb76627b3989208fB88889105" data-vars-content-id="e7826d50-ad5d-419f-adff-39f81a50f53c" data-vars-headline="Ohio taxpayers each face $1,670 tab for Trump&#x27;s mass deportation push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/46946043.25/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tL2xvY2FsL3BpdHRzYnVyZ2gvMjAyNi8wMi8wOS90cnVtcC1pbW1pZ3JhdGlvbi1zaGlmdC1pY2UtZGV0ZW50aW9ucy1waXR0c2J1cmdoP3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1zZW5kdG9fbG9jYWxuZXdzbGV0dGVydGVzdCZzdHJlYW09dG9w/63883f95eb76627b3989208fB88889105" target="_self">President Trump&#x27;s mass deportation</a> push, per <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="a new calculator" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/46946043.25/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZXBpLm9yZy9kZXBvcnRhdGlvbi1jYWxjdWxhdG9yLz91dG1fc291cmNlPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXImdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ249c2VuZHRvX2xvY2FsbmV3c2xldHRlcnRlc3Qmc3RyZWFtPXRvcA/63883f95eb76627b3989208fB1f1018ca" data-vars-content-id="e7826d50-ad5d-419f-adff-39f81a50f53c" data-vars-headline="Ohio taxpayers each face $1,670 tab for Trump&#x27;s mass deportation push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/46946043.25/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZXBpLm9yZy9kZXBvcnRhdGlvbi1jYWxjdWxhdG9yLz91dG1fc291cmNlPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXImdXRtX21lZGl1bT1lbWFpbCZ1dG1fY2FtcGFpZ249c2VuZHRvX2xvY2FsbmV3c2xldHRlcnRlc3Qmc3RyZWFtPXRvcA/63883f95eb76627b3989208fB1f1018ca" target="_self">a new calculator</a> from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI).Why it matters: The estimate fuels debate over whether billions of federal dollars devoted to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="deportations" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/46946043.25/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjYvMDQvMTUvaWNlLWRlcG9ydGF0aW9ucy11cy1pbW1pZ3JhdGlvbi10cnVtcC1iaWRlbi0yMDI1P3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1zZW5kdG9fbG9jYWxuZXdzbGV0dGVydGVzdCZzdHJlYW09dG9w/63883f95eb76627b3989208fB51c784e6" data-vars-content-id="e7826d50-ad5d-419f-adff-39f81a50f53c" data-vars-headline="Ohio taxpayers each face $1,670 tab for Trump&#x27;s mass deportation push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/46946043.25/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tLzIwMjYvMDQvMTUvaWNlLWRlcG9ydGF0aW9ucy11cy1pbW1pZ3JhdGlvbi10cnVtcC1iaWRlbi0yMDI1P3V0bV9zb3VyY2U9bmV3c2xldHRlciZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1zZW5kdG9fbG9jYWxuZXdzbGV0dGVydGVzdCZzdHJlYW09dG9w/63883f95eb76627b3989208fB51c784e6" target="_self">deportations</a> could instead fund other public priorities, such as health care or housing.

Violent crime in Cleveland largely static in 2026

The 48 homicides through the first half of the year are identical to 2025.

As <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="violent crime" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/10/violent-crime-us-cities-trump" data-vars-content-id="24fa1dfe-b4ae-4f1c-9c17-a51d14eb6235" data-vars-headline="Violent crime in Cleveland largely static in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/05/10/violent-crime-us-cities-trump" target="_self">violent crime</a> continues to fall across many of the nation&#x27;s largest cities, Cleveland&#x27;s data remained largely unchanged in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year. State of play: The homicides count through June was in fact identical — 48 this year and 48 last year.

A closer view of Trump's visit to Cleveland for Patriot Games

The president traveled to Cleveland Tuesday for the grand finale.

Politics

President Trump&#x27;s visit to Northeast Ohio <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="for this week&#x27;s Patriot Games" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/08/07/trump-patriot-games-spire-academy" data-vars-content-id="6123ed66-a701-4de6-8ae5-3f8ad8ef9c70" data-vars-headline="A closer view of Trump&#x27;s visit to Cleveland for Patriot Games" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/08/07/trump-patriot-games-spire-academy" target="_self">for this week&#x27;s Patriot Games</a> included a greeting by ESPN personality Pat McAfee and drama involving a civilian plane. State of play: Trump touched down at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport at 4:45pm Tuesday in the pouring rain. <ul><li>He made the trip to Ohio in the new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="&quot;bridge&quot; Air Force One" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/11/trump-air-force-one-security-secret-plane-switch" data-vars-content-id="6123ed66-a701-4de6-8ae5-3f8ad8ef9c70" data-vars-headline="A closer view of Trump&#x27;s visit to Cleveland for Patriot Games" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/11/trump-air-force-one-security-secret-plane-switch" target="_self">&quot;bridge&quot; Air Force One</a>, a Boeing 747 gifted to the United States by Qatar for use as a presidential aircraft. </li></ul>

5 games I'm looking forward to as a new Cavs season ticket holder

Sports

I purchased a Cavs partial-season ticket package for the first time this year, ponying up months ago when I first suspected LeBron James might retire in wine and gold. The big picture: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Watching LeBron" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/06/18/cavs-2016-nba-championship-anniversary-lebron" data-vars-content-id="510249f9-112d-4474-899b-e3b03a6d3835" data-vars-headline="5 games I&#x27;m looking forward to as a new Cavs season ticket holder" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/06/18/cavs-2016-nba-championship-anniversary-lebron" target="_self">Watching LeBron</a> has been the centerpiece of my life&#x27;s sports fandom, and the opportunity to see him up close during a presumed farewell tour with family and friends at my side felt well worth the investment.

Browns' QB battle gets first real test against Bears

Deshaun Watson will start the 1pm preseason opener in Chicago.

The Browns aren&#x27;t just playing the Bears on Saturday — They&#x27;re collecting evidence.Why it matters: The Browns haven&#x27;t named their regular-season starter at quarterback.

Guardians' trade deadline gamble meets immediate test in Chicago

The series arrives three years after a memorable infield brawl that lives on in Cleveland sports lore.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Guardians" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/07/17/cleveland-guardians-2026-second-half-trade-deadline" data-vars-content-id="2c9a8026-0051-48ec-8b1b-672415ec45c4" data-vars-headline="Guardians&#x27; trade deadline gamble meets immediate test in Chicago" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/07/17/cleveland-guardians-2026-second-half-trade-deadline" target="_self">Guardians</a> will look to prove that their aggression at the trade deadline was worthwhile during a crucial series in Chicago against the White Sox this weekend.Why it matters: Cleveland entered Friday several games back of Chicago for first place in the American League Central.<ul><li>Whichever team finishes second could be on the outside looking in at an extremely tight AL Wild Card race.</li></ul>

Trump heading to Northeast Ohio for Patriot Games

The White House's youth sports competition will bring athletes from all 50 states to Spire Academy.

Northeast Ohio will be in the spotlight next week when President Trump is expected to visit Geneva&#x27;s Spire Academy for the inaugural <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Patriot Games" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/07/04/americas-250-birthday-festivities-trump" data-vars-content-id="ca56d0d6-c6be-4594-9422-d770f870f67b" data-vars-headline="Trump heading to Northeast Ohio for Patriot Games" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/07/04/americas-250-birthday-festivities-trump" target="_self">Patriot Games</a>.Why it matters: The White House-backed competition puts one of Northeast Ohio&#x27;s premier athletic facilities on a national stage.

2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement: Everything happening in Canton

The class of 2026 includes Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Adam Vinatieri and more.

The NFL&#x27;s preseason officially gets underway Thursday night when the Carolina Panthers take on the Arizona Cardinals at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton at 8pm.Why it matters: Hundreds of thousands of football fans will flock to the Pro Football Hall of Fame for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Enshrinement Week" data-vars-click-url="https://www.profootballhof.com/enshrinement/2026-enshrinement-week-schedule-of-events" data-vars-content-id="ac7c2989-669f-47e6-865e-422c499d6daa" data-vars-headline="2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement: Everything happening in Canton" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.profootballhof.com/enshrinement/2026-enshrinement-week-schedule-of-events" target="_blank">Enshrinement Week</a>, which includes one of the most star-studded classes in recent memory.

Browns refuse to admit the obvious at quarterback

Shedeur Sanders has outperformed Deshaun Watson in training camp.

Browns first-year head coach Todd Monken has made a quarterback announcement, just not the resolute one fans are waiting for.Why it matters: Cleveland&#x27;s biggest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="offseason question" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/01/05/browns-offseason-nfl-draft-coaching-hotseat" data-vars-content-id="f429e6cd-a292-48b8-aec3-a61c9fc06145" data-vars-headline="Browns refuse to admit the obvious at quarterback" 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/browns-offseason-nfl-draft-coaching-hotseat" target="_self">offseason question</a> — who will start at quarterback — continues to drag on when the answer seems rather obvious.

Meet the Cleveland Sirens

The WNBA's newest franchise unveiled its name, logo and brand identity ahead of its inaugural 2028 season.

Would a Rocker by any other name smell as sweet? We&#x27;ll soon find out. Cleveland&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="WNBA franchise" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/06/30/wnba-franchise-launch-2028-rockers-ohio" data-vars-content-id="e2b7af09-92fb-461a-85be-7e3f241a6afb" data-vars-headline="Meet the Cleveland Sirens" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/06/30/wnba-franchise-launch-2028-rockers-ohio" target="_self">WNBA franchise</a> will be called the Sirens — a new brand identity tied to Lake Erie and mythical aquatic imagery. Why it matters: Tuesday&#x27;s unveiling capped a 13-month naming process that team officials say included thousands of fan surveys, focus groups and community conversations as Cleveland prepares to welcome the league&#x27;s 16th franchise in 2028.

Browns enter the NFL's grass vs turf debate

Currently, 16 NFL teams play their home games on turf, while 16 play on grass.

As if the Browns building a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/10/14/100-million-browns-stadium-haslams-bibb" data-vars-content-id="a0301e68-5a6d-477e-bae9-8b11acbe5d1e" data-vars-headline="Browns enter the NFL&#x27;s grass vs turf debate" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2025/10/14/100-million-browns-stadium-haslams-bibb" target="_self">new stadium</a> in Brook Park isn&#x27;t controversial enough, the team has now entered into the NFL&#x27;s turf war.Driving the news: The Browns&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="$2.6 billion stadium" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/04/02/browns-brook-park-stadium-200-million-cost" data-vars-content-id="a0301e68-5a6d-477e-bae9-8b11acbe5d1e" data-vars-headline="Browns enter the NFL&#x27;s grass vs turf debate" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/04/02/browns-brook-park-stadium-200-million-cost" target="_self">$2.6 billion stadium</a>, set to open in 2029, will feature artificial turf, according to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pro Football Talk" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/new-cleveland-stadium-will-have-artificial-turf-for-browns-games" data-vars-content-id="a0301e68-5a6d-477e-bae9-8b11acbe5d1e" data-vars-headline="Browns enter the NFL&#x27;s grass vs turf debate" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/new-cleveland-stadium-will-have-artificial-turf-for-browns-games" target="_blank">Pro Football Talk</a>.

Analysis: The only honest answer about LeBron's future is nobody knows anything

I am sick of the LeBron James free agency saga — and I'm guessing you are, too.

I am so freaking sick of the LeBron James <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="free agency saga" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/06/30/lebron-james-los-angeles-lakers" data-vars-content-id="83ec44b5-b684-49bb-b68c-4760aeced70c" data-vars-headline="Analysis: The only honest answer about LeBron&#x27;s future is nobody knows anything" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/06/30/lebron-james-los-angeles-lakers" target="_self">free agency saga</a> — and I&#x27;m guessing you are, too. State of play: Picture me, your dutiful Cavaliers correspondent and fan, sitting in front of my laptop every night, waiting with bated breath for a breaking news alert from ESPN&#x27;s Shams Charania while scrolling through supposed intel from rage-baiting trolls, slop-slinging bots and the least credible talking heads alive — all claiming specialized knowledge about LeBron&#x27;s next destination.

Guardians are poised for second-half surge

The rotation is among baseball's best and the bullpen is elite. If the bats wake up, watch out.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Guardians" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/07/06/guardians-trade-deadline-options" data-vars-content-id="cdda2da1-80a2-4d4b-8a70-f1c60edda24c" data-vars-headline="Guardians are poised for second-half surge" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/07/06/guardians-trade-deadline-options" target="_self">The Guardians</a> return from the All-Star break Friday tied for first place in the AL Central and in prime position to make another postseason run.Why it matters: Cleveland has weathered serious injuries to star José Ramírez and key contributors through the season&#x27;s up-and-down first half.

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5 games I'm looking forward to as a new Cavs season ticket holder

Browns' QB battle gets first real test against Bears

Guardians' trade deadline gamble meets immediate test in Chicago

Trump heading to Northeast Ohio for Patriot Games

2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement: Everything happening in Canton