Comedy, cruises & a Motown legend reborn tonight 🎶
Good morning, Cuyahoga County. It's been a heavy week on the lakefront. A 10-year-old girl pulled from Lake Erie at Edgewater Beach has died, and a Cleveland man convicted of stabbing a mother in front of all five of her children was handed a life sentence — two stories that sit with you long after you close the tab. On a brighter note, Cleveland Clinic is breaking ground on a major expansion in Avon, which means more care closer to home for a lot of families.
Globally, unemployment claims dipped and geopolitics stayed complicated — as they do. Closer to home, tonight's got Marvin Gaye tribute energy, live music, and a comedy show to take the edge off. Fresh listings are inside, and Financial Friday is talking smart moves on high-interest debt.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
10-year-old girl who was pulled from waters of Edgewater Beach dies
💔 A 10-year-old girl pulled from Lake Erie has died. The child was rescued from the waters of Edgewater Beach in Cleveland on Tuesday evening. Cleveland firefighters had initially reported she remained in critical condition following the incident. Read more
Man guilty of murdering Cleveland mom in front of her 5 children sentenced to life in prison
⚖️ A killer who stabbed a mom before her five kids gets life. The man convicted of aggravated murder for the brutal stabbing death of a Cleveland mother was sentenced in Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas. The horrific crime was witnessed by all five of her children. Read more
Cleveland Clinic Breaks Ground on Avon Campus Expansion
🏥 Cleveland Clinic is getting a major expansion in Avon, Ohio. The health system has broken ground on a project that will significantly increase the size of its Avon campus. Both Avon Hospital and the Richard E. Jacobs Health Center are included in the expansion plans. Read more
This charming century-old Cleveland gem sits in a rapidly evolving neighborhood just minutes from Downtown, AsiaTown, and University Circle — a rare find for savvy investors ready to make their mark!
This well-kept Garfield Heights bungalow offers solid bones and steady income, featuring a 2-car garage, updated kitchen, and a reliable long-term tenant already in place — a smart addition to any investment portfolio!
This charming 1925 Colonial on Cleveland's west side blends timeless character with fresh updates, featuring a brand-new kitchen, cozy fireplace, and a fully fenced backyard — move-in ready and full of heart!
Nashville's high-energy comedian Amber Autry — a descendant of singing cowboy legend Gene Autry — brings her sharp, relatable humor to Hilarities 4th Street Theatre on July 31. Don't miss this one!
Soul fills the air at Music Box Supper Club on July 31 as the Reid Project delivers a stunning Marvin Gaye tribute! Catch this unforgettable night of classic R&B at 1148 Main Ave, Cleveland.
Cleveland's own CHERRY! brings their alternative sound to the iconic Beachland Ballroom & Tavern on July 31! Catch vocalist Joey James and the band light up Waterloo Road with an unforgettable hometown show.
Cincinnati's fat and loud funnyman Blake Hammond brings his Sirius XM and Bob and Tom-tested comedy to Hilarities 4th Street Theatre on Aug. 1 — catch this hilarious night out at 2035 E 4th St, Cleveland!
Hop aboard for a breathtaking journey through Cuyahoga Valley National Park on the scenic railroad! Catch this unforgettable ride departing from Rockside Station in Independence, Ohio on January 8, 2026.
Set sail for the ultimate summer showdown as 93.1 WZAK and Z107.9 bring Old School vs. New School vibes to Cleveland's Lady Caroline on August 1st, with music, dancing, food, and drinks aboard!
Electropop sensation Ashnikko brings her bold, genre-bending sound to Cleveland's iconic Agora Theater on August 1, 2026, at 8 PM! Grab your tickets now for a night of unapologetic, high-energy performance at 5000 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland's House of Blues rocks with SUMPP live on August 2nd! Head to 308 Euclid Ave for an unforgettable night of music and good vibes — grab your tickets now!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Reuters reported that new unemployment claims fell last week, keeping the labor market in its slow-hire, slow-fire groove despite June’s weak job growth.
AP News covered a U.S.-Iran standoff that’s entering a fresh phase as diplomacy stalls and regional pressure keeps climbing.
AP News noted the Trump administration is pouring more money into countering China’s global influence, because geopolitics apparently needed another budget line.
New York Times reported that Fauci and Rand Paul are set for another Senate showdown, reviving one of Washington’s favorite grudge matches.
BBC News highlighted the Colorado attack that injured eight people, with investigators treating it as a suspected terror incident.
Tulsa moved ahead with a $105 million reparations plan tied to the city’s long-buried Black Wall Street massacre.
💰 Financial Friday
Consolidating high-interest debt into a lower-interest loan or credit card can significantly reduce the amount of money spent on interest payments over time. This strategy can also help simplify your monthly payments and make it easier to stay on top of your debt repayment.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."
— Isaiah 26:3
This verse reminds us that when we focus on God and trust in His goodness, He brings us a deep sense of peace and calm, even in the midst of chaos. By fixing our minds on Him, we can experience the peace that surpasses all understanding and navigates us through life's challenges.
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