Min Dale Edwards, Executive Director  – Call & Post Newspaper-Vice President Southern Christian Leadership Conference  EUCLID, Ohio — Questions remain and concern continues to grow after an off-duty Cleveland police officer was shot and injured during an early morning incident in Euclid, adding another chapter to Northeast Ohio’s ongoing struggle with gun violence and public safety. According…

C & P Newswire WASHINGTON, D.C. — For millions of Americans who rely on Social Security to pay for housing, groceries, medicine, and everyday necessities, a new federal warning has reignited a national debate over the future of retirement security. Contrary to widespread rumors circulating online and in public conversation, Social Security is not going bankrupt.…

C&P Newswire What began as a summer celebration in one of Toledo’s most historic neighborhoods turned into a scene of chaos and fear after gunfire erupted near the Old West End Festival, leaving 12 people wounded and triggering a major investigation now drawing statewide attention.  City leaders and law enforcement held a press conference Tuesday to provide…

By Rayshawn “RCCares” Craddock Avon Lady Eagles secured the Division I title without any first place finishes. The Lady Eagles went to Columbus with 12 events. Kaitlyn Reese paved the way with 21 points. Reese finished second in the 1600m (4:51.38) third in the 800m (2:12.08)  fourth in 3200m (10:41.26) and ran third leg on…

C&P News wire WILBERFORCE, Ohio — In a move drawing both support and scrutiny across higher education circles, Ohio lawmakers are preparing to provide up to $29 million in capital funding to Central State University, but only if the university agrees to place oversight of campus facilities under a state agency or another government entity before…

C&P Newswire A major shift is coming to grocery checkout lines across America — and Ohio families using food assistance will soon feel the change. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved restrictions in 23 states limiting what can be purchased through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. The…

C&P Newswire CLEVELAND — A tragic crash on Cleveland’s southeast side has left one young life lost and another forever changed after authorities say a vehicle believed to be stolen slammed into a tree over the weekend. The crash happened near East 146th Street and Johnston Parkway, near East 146th Street and Miles Avenue, drawing an urgent…

[Cleveland, Ohio] – On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Cleveland State University Law, along with Attorney Terry Gilbert, held the first public fundraiser for the Wrongful Conviction Clinic. The fundraiser was held at Spaces Consignment Showroom, 3355 Richmond Road, Beachwood, Ohio. During the event a portion of the documentary film, produced and directed by Al Cleveland, was shown featuring the riveting story of exoneree Michael Sutton…

Min. Dale EdwardsExecutive Director, Call & Post & Vice President, Cleveland Chapter of Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) CLEVELAND, Ohio — In what is shaping up to be one of the most consequential and closely watched gubernatorial races in modern Ohio history, Democratic candidate Dr. Amy Acton brought her campaign message of affordability, accountability, and hope to Cleveland’s…

C&P Newswire CLEVELAND — Former Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Judge Leslie Ann Celebrezze was sentenced Monday to 60 days in jail and ordered to pay a $10,000 fine after pleading guilty to felony tampering with records.  The sentence marks a dramatic fall for the longtime judge, who resigned from the bench in December 2025 after…

C&P Newswire CLEVELAND — More than two years after announcing a highly publicized initiative to fund neighborhood organizations fighting crime, the Cleveland Community Police Commission has yet to distribute a single dollar to the groups selected to receive grants. The revelation is raising serious questions about accountability, transparency, and whether the city’s efforts to support…

Min Dale EdwardsExecutive Director, Call & Post COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a significant step toward addressing one of the region’s most pressing challenges, the Columbus City Council has approved more than $13 million in funding for the Community Shelter Board to assist individuals and families experiencing homelessness or facing the risk of losing their housing.…

Min Dale EdwardsExecutive Director, Call & Post LICKING COUNTY, Ohio — A heartbreaking water rescue operation on the Licking River ended in tragedy after a 15-year-old girl lost her life following an incident that drew a massive emergency response from multiple agencies. According to fire officials, emergency crews were dispatched Sunday afternoon to the Licking…

Min Dale EdwardsExecutive Director, Call & Post CLEVELAND — Hollywood actress, comedian, producer, and proud Shaker Heights native Kym Whitley proved once again that hometown love runs deep as she packed the Cleveland Funny Bone for two consecutive sold-out performances, bringing laughter, memories, and star power back to Northeast Ohio. Known and loved by audiences across America,…

C&P News wire A 21-year-old Cleveland man was killed Saturday evening in a shooting that ended when his SUV crashed into a house on Akron’s Winton Avenue, according to Akron police and the Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office. Authorities identified the victim as Nathan Hubbard of Cleveland. Police said Hubbard suffered multiple gunshot wounds while…

Min Dale Edwards Executive Director Call and Post Shammas Malik and the City of Akron have announced a new down payment assistance program designed to help first-time homebuyers purchase homes in the city. City leaders say the program will help residents cover down payments and closing costs — one of the biggest obstacles preventing many…

Min. Dale Edwards Executive Director Call and Post In a time when many young people are worried about college costs, jobs, and an uncertain future, one Cleveland businessman has delivered a powerful message to the city’s graduating seniors: Cleveland believes in you. Local entrepreneur Mark Stepowoy, CEO of Stepowoy Enterprises, is donating nearly $1 million…

C&P Newswire Five officers with the Cleveland Division of Police were injured Saturday afternoon after a violent chain of events that began with a shooting on Cleveland’s East Side and escalated into a police pursuit involving gunfire, crashes, and a dramatic arrest. According to Cleveland police, officers first responded shortly after 2 p.m. to the…

Min Dale Edwards Executive Director, Call and Post The echoes inside Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse were impossible to ignore Monday night. “Let’s Go Knicks!” For Cleveland fans, it was a painful ending to a dream season. For New York, it was the rebirth of one of basketball’s most historic franchises. The New York Knicks overwhelmed the…

C&P Newswire The City of University Heights proudly continued a beloved eastside tradition Monday as residents, veterans, families, and community organizations gathered for the city’s annual Memorial Day Parade — the longest-running Memorial Day parade on Cleveland’s east side. The 2026 parade stepped off at 11 a.m. along Silsby Road, marking nearly six decades of…

Min. Dale Edwards Executive Director, Call & Post “There is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.” — Proverbs 18:24 There are birthdays, and then there are historic moments that remind a city, a church, and a people that greatness still walks among us. On May 23, 2026, Cleveland celebrated one of its greatest…