In Advance of Ministry's Upcoming Agora Show, Singer Al Jourgensen Talks About Taking Aim at Trump

by Jeff Niesel on November 19, 2018 at 5:00PM

in Brazil. That's really dangerous.

In Defiance of Decency and Fact, Mayor Frank Jackson is Actually Standing By the Hiring of Lance Mason

by Sam Allard on November 19, 2018 at 1:23PM

Lance Mason, the former Cuyahoga County Judge who served nine months in prison for the brutal beating of his then-wife Aisha Fraser in 2014, and who was hired by Mayor Frank Jackson last year, is presumed to have stabbed Fraser to death this weekend in Shaker Heights. He has not yet officially been charged with Fraser's murder, though he was charged Monday morning with felonious assault for taking Fraser's car and driving at high speeds into a Shaker Heights Police Cruiser.

Shaker Heights Teachers’ Association Hosts Vigil, GoFundMe Campaign for Aisha Fraser Mason

by Laura Morrison on November 19, 2018 at 12:48PM

Saturday, Shaker Heights 6th grade teacher Aisha Fraser Mason was stabbed to death at her home allegedly by estranged husband and disgraced judge Lance Mason, who is currently in police custody. The Shaker Heights School District has canceled classes for today and tomorrow and a candlelight vigil is being held tonight at 5:30 p.m. at Woodbury Elementary.

Man Caught on Camera Stealing Scarf at Willoughby Restaurant, Internet Appalled

by Laura Morrison on November 19, 2018 at 11:46AM

The Cleveland area was hit with some extremely sad and disturbing criminal activity this last week, including the alleged murder of Aisha Fraser Mason and a violent carjacking in Brooklyn Centre. But over in Willoughby, police needed help finding a man who stole ... wait for it ... a scarf.

Mushroomhead to Play a Special Krampus Christmas Show at the Agora

by Jeff Niesel on November 19, 2018 at 10:33AM

Given the decidedly dark nature of its music, it's no surprise that the local metal band Mushroomhead would play a special Christmas show in honor of Krampus, the mythical creature who punishes bad children during the Christmas season. The special concert takes place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 29, at the Agora.

Miracle Pop-Up Bar Brings Christmas Cocktails Back to Cleveland

by Laura Morrison on November 19, 2018 at 10:30AM

What began as a holiday-themed pop-up cocktail lounge in the midst of a New York City bar's construction five years ago, has now spread to dozens of bars around the world this Christmas season. And this year, the Miracle pop-up bar is coming back to the Spotted Owl in Tremont as well as offering a tiki extension bar at Porco Lounge in Ohio City.

Sources: Ex-Wife of Former Judge, Current City Employee Lance Mason Found Dead After Domestic Incident

by Vince Grzegorek on November 17, 2018 at 1:33PM

Sources tell Scene that Aisha Fraser Mason, the ex-wife of former county common pleas judge and current city of Cleveland employee Lance Mason, was found dead today after a domestic incident involving Mason. He'd previously been convicted of and imprisoned on domestic violence charges after he viciously beat her in 2014 in front of their children.

Punch Bowl Social Opens New Indoor Mini Golf Course

by Jeff Niesel on November 17, 2018 at 9:00AM

The mini golf course has a Nordic Woodland theme that’s reflected in molds that were created by real trees and hand sculpted pieces. The course begins and ends at a bar at the front of the restaurant, and drink stands exist at each hole.

Halestorm Singer Says She's Thrilled to Tour with Female-Fronted Bands In This Moment and New Years Day

by Jeff Niesel on November 16, 2018 at 2:39PM

Jewel. I was smack dab in between that and stayed away from the acoustic guitar out of spite.

J.R. Smith Wrote a Children's Book, Holding Signing Next Weekend in Woodmere

by Laura Morrison on November 16, 2018 at 1:43PM

Everyone's favorite mostly-shirtless Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith is known for making headlines on and off the court. But in a rather surprising turn, the father of all girls (who asked to be traded from the LeBronless Cavs earlier this season) has now written a children's book with his younger brother Chris Smith.

Cleveland Still Has the Worst Bed Bug Infestation Problem in the Country, Terminix Finds

by Laura Morrison on November 16, 2018 at 12:46PM

Bed bugs are extremely hard to remove from indoor environments, which is why professional help is highly encouraged (although here's a do-it-yourself guide from the EPA). They're tiny, only come out at night and are now becoming insecticide resistant.

The Cleveland Arts Community Remembers the Legacy and Life of Nikki Delamotte

by Dott von Schneider on November 16, 2018 at 12:09PM

The city and the Cleveland arts community mourn the unnecessary and tragic death of journalist Nikki Delamotte. We shared the idea that arts writing should be for everyone, not just academics.

Canton Band Releases a Cover of Fleetwood Mac's 'Landslide'

by Jeff Niesel on November 16, 2018 at 11:52AM

Here's What One of the Manhole Cover Explosions in Downtown Cleveland Last Night Sounded Like

by Vince Grzegorek on November 16, 2018 at 10:47AM

Fire crews were investigating the cause of last night's explosions, one of which occurred near the zoo and sent a manhole cover flying onto the hood and windshield of a car that was left looking like this.

Cleveland's Transgender Day of Remembrance Memorial, Candlelight Walk is Tonight

by Laura Morrison on November 16, 2018 at 9:48AM

Raising the public's awareness of anti-transgender hate crimes, the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance is back nationwide this month. Cleveland's own inclusive event kicks off tonight, put on by the Margie's Hope organization.

9 Concerts to Catch in Cleveland This Weekend

by Jeff Niesel on November 16, 2018 at 9:29AM

Anita Baker Singer songwriter Anita Baker was born in Toledo and grew up in Detroit.

A Chat with Terry Pluto on LeBron, Journalism and the Browns — The A to Z Podcast With Andre Knott and Zac Jackson

by Vince Grzegorek on November 16, 2018 at 9:24AM

Award-winning author and columnist Terry Pluto joins Andre and Zac for a discussion on his career, LeBron James, the state of journalism, the plight of the Browns and more than a little Glory Days, presented by American Fireworks. Subscribe to A to Z on iTunes here or stream below.

Ohio Lawmakers Heard Testimony on Controversial Anti-Protest Bill This Week

by Mary Kuhlman, Ohio News Service on November 16, 2018 at 9:21AM

COLUMBUS, Ohio - There was a packed house Wednesday at an Ohio Senate committee hearing on a bill that could silence a form of free speech. Senate Bill 250 would tighten the state's laws regarding trespassing and property damage involving oil and gas pipelines, and other industrial infrastructure.

Ohio House Passes Heartbeat Bill

by Nick Swartsell on November 15, 2018 at 5:18PM

The Ohio House of Representatives today passed one of the nation's strictest abortion restrictions. But even if the Senate passes it as well, it could face a veto by Gov. John Kasich.

Dan Gilbert Buys Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com

by Jerilyn Jordan on November 15, 2018 at 5:16PM

As per the press release, "The annexations of Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com append a prodigious coterie of inestimable content proprietaries to Rock Holdings and its affiliated companies such as Rocket Mortgage, ForSaleByOwner.com, LowerMyBills, StockX, Cleveland Cavaliers, Robb Report, and Genius, among others." In other words, Gilbert owns a lot of shit and will continue to buy a lot of shit and every time you need a synonym for, say, the word "shit" a Dan Gilbert gets his wings, or likely, cash.