Adam Lambert Brings a Contemporary Sound to the Queen Concert at the Q

by Annie Zaleski on July 22, 2017 at 1:22PM

Yet Queen's meticulous attention to detail wasn't lost despite the arena's vast size. The band's trademark stacked harmonies elevated the muscular yearning of highlight "I Want It All" and the theatrical standout "Killer Queen."

Hermes Cleveland is Suing St. Malachi's For Literally the Dumbest Reason

by Sam Allard on July 21, 2017 at 4:16PM

Hermes Cleveland, known primarily for its road races in the region, is stupidly suing St. Malachi Church because the parish — buckle up for this one — had the audacity to use its own name for its annual run. Hermes has organized the St. Malachi Run, an annual west side tradition since 1981, for years.

Summit County Sheriff's Deputy Pleads Not Guilty To Rape Charges

by Julie Ciotola on July 21, 2017 at 3:24PM

Antonio Williamson, a 46-year-old sheriff's deputy from Summit County, pleaded not guilty Friday to rape charges. Williamson turned himself into authorities Thursday after he was accused of assaulting and raping a 26-year-old woman in a parking lot in March.

A Healthy Dose of the Beatles Originally Inspired the Shins Frontman and Songwriter James Mercer

by Jeff Niesel on July 21, 2017 at 1:39PM

.” The Shins, Tennis, 7 p.m.

Kyrie Irving Wants to Create His Own Self Sustaining Community Because Life is Expensive

by Colton Faull on July 21, 2017 at 1:14PM

Bring It! Live Comes to the State Theatre

by Jeff Niesel on July 21, 2017 at 12:45PM

This year's event promises to be "hotter-than-ever" and features "never-before-seen performances." It will also include "all new music compilations, choreography and video segments" as well as "interactive elements" and audience participation.

NBA Tells Cleveland: If Q Construction Not Underway by September 15, No All-Star Game in 2020 or 2021

by Sam Allard on July 21, 2017 at 12:18PM

Local Rock Act Who Hit Me Debuts New Music Video

by Jeff Niesel on July 21, 2017 at 12:01PM

Cleveland Turns 221, And You Can Celebrate Today With Free Ice Cream

by Laura Morrison on July 21, 2017 at 11:35AM

Cleveland Founders' Day may land officially on Saturday, but you can celebrate the city's 221st birthday today at Wade Oval in University Circle. Thanks to University Circle, Clevelanders free from work (even if just on a quick lunch break) can partake in free birthday ice cream and cake from noon to 2 p.m — just the way city founder General Moses Cleaveland would want.

Van Aken Beer Garden Returns to Shaker Plaza Tonight

by Jeff Niesel on July 21, 2017 at 8:46AM

When open, the District will feature a mix of restaurants, retail, residential and office space built around planned public spaces. Admission to tonight's event is free.

Cleveland Metroparks Celebrates 100 Years in Spectacular Fashion This Saturday

by Colton Faull on July 20, 2017 at 4:00PM

Turning 100 is kind of a big deal. And Cleveland Metroparks is celebrating its centennial year by throwing a party this Saturday at Edgewater Park.

An Amazon Fulfillment Center Could Bring Life Back to Former Randall Park Mall Site

by Colton Faull on July 20, 2017 at 3:53PM

A proposed Amazon fulfillment center could soon open at the former Randall Park Mall site, providing 1,200 new jobs to an area in need of an economic boost. The North Randall project would take up the vacant 69 acres.

6 Concerts to Catch This Weekend in Cleveland

by Jeff Niesel on July 20, 2017 at 12:15PM

Queen + Adam Lambert The late, great singer Freddie Mercury simply can’t be replaced, but Queen drummer Roger Taylor and guitarist Brian May have found a way to carry on the rock band’s legacy with singer Adam Lambert playing Mercury's part.

Scene's Ale Fest Rescheduled to Saturday, August 5

by Scene Staff on July 20, 2017 at 12:00PM

Due to scheduling conflicts with the park, Scene's 9th annual Ale Fest has been moved to Saturday, August 5th. It will remain at Lincoln Park in Tremont and VIPs will enjoy early entry at noon with general admission at 1 p.m.

Coast Guard Rear Admiral June Ryan to Retire, Stay in Cleveland

by Sam Allard on July 20, 2017 at 11:57AM

June Ryan, the Rear Admiral of the U.S. Coast Guard's 9th District (headquartered in Cleveland) has announced her retirement. She told Cleveland.com that she and her family made the decision because they'd been bitten by the Cleveland bug.

John Kasich Will Monitor Ohio's First Execution in Three Years Next Week

by Vince Grzegorek on July 20, 2017 at 11:21AM

Ronald Phillips is slated to be executed by the state of Ohio next Wednesday, July 26. It would be the state's first execution in three years after a series of legal and governmental delays after the last execution, of Dennis McGuire, during which the state used an untested cocktail of drugs, including midazolam, and which led to what witnesses described as  gasping and choking during the 26 minutes it took McGuire to die.

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers Could Soon Open in Strongsville

by Laura Morrison on July 20, 2017 at 11:02AM

After a 13-Year Hiatus, the Lobster Pot to be Resurrected in Willoughby Hills

by Douglas Trattner on July 20, 2017 at 10:54AM

Chris Haffey’s father opened the Lobster Pot in S. Euclid back in 1972. The family ran the seafood restaurant for more than 30 years, apart from a break in the early 1980s.

Here is What "nuCLEus" Actually Means

by Sam Allard on July 20, 2017 at 9:30AM

Developer Bob Stark appeared on WCPN yesterday morning to discuss the proposed $540 million nuCLEus project, a massive mixed-use skyscraper slotted for construction next to the Quicken Loans Arena. The financing of the project remains a complicated jumble of eyebrow-raising "creative" maneuvers (about which readers should consult Plain Dealer reporter Michelle Jarboe's work for details).

Civility Now! Corey Lewandowski Ignites Free Speech Debate in Cleveland

by Sam Allard on July 19, 2017 at 2:57PM

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