Slow down, take a breath and enjoy the luck of the virus
Kathleen Osborne has a knack for finding four-leaf clovers. During coronavirus restrictions, those lucky charms remind her how lucky she and her family really are.
How live entertainment venues are attempting to beat COVID-19 with some creative approaches
Many of Cleveland's live entertainment venues are struggling with the challenges of safely reopening during the coronavirus. But some popular hotspots are getting creative.
On the hunt: A Gen Zer goes in search of his first apartment in downtown Cleveland
Want to live downtown? Ian Meadows does. The city planner recently toured 13 Cleveland apartment buildings over six months before landing his dream apartment. He describes his search for FreshWater as only a lover of urban architecture could.
Pulling back the curtain on people watching in the age of Coronavirus
Kathleen Osborne admits she's become a video conference voyeur as more people are revealing their home lives  on camera while in quarantine.
City of Cleveland takes heed, declares racism a public health crisis
Cleveland City Council declared racism a public health crisis last week. With 23 organizations supporting the resolution, the real work begins in wiping out inequities across the city and Northeast Ohio.
Downtown cleanup doesn’t erase larger problem of injustice, volunteers say
Local residents who helped clean up the destruction caused by rioters on May 30 find hope, pride, and a need for change in the shards they swept up.
A day in the life of a Cleveland Food Bank truck driver during COVID-19
John Daniel "JD" Aylward  and U.S. Marshal Tony Keffer take pride in helping the Greater Cleveland Food Bank deliver much-needed food to an increasing number of Clevelanders.
Taking it to the street: Cleveland Heights considers loosening outdoor dining and entertainment laws
As restaurants and bars re-open, Cleveland Heights business owners and city officials are working together to come up with new ways to social distance while mingling outside. 
It’s time to speak up. And to listen.
Kathleen Osborne voices her outrage at the murder of George Floyd, and calls upon us all to start a conversation.
A day of emotion at the Justice for George Floyd march
The "I can't Breathe: Justice for George Flynn" memorial protest began as an event of mourning and solidarity. But as the crowd wound its way from Willard Park to the Justice Center, things began to escalate.
Summer fun at home: Summer arts camps go virtual with programming
Institutions and schools are closed to the public right now, but many Cuyahoga Arts & Culture arts organizations are taking their summer programming online to enrich kids during their time off from school.
Comeback kids: Local retailers prepare to reopen amid coronavirus concerns
Even though Ohio's stay-at-home order is lifted, suburban small business owners struggle with the pros and cons of re-opening and keeping their customers safe.
Get outside, Cleveland. But remember you’re not the only one there
Kathleen Osborne revels in the beauty of the unofficial start to  Summer in Cleveland, while also reminding us to follow safety protocols.
Little Africa Collaborative brings food and nutrition education to Cleveland’s food deserts
The Little Africa Food Collaborative has the mission to feed and educate the residents in Cleveland's food deserts. With recent grant money, the group is closer to opening co-op grocery stores in neighborhoods like Hough-Fairfax and Central-Kinsman.
Debunking presumed fears and limitations in our kids
Columnist Kathleen Osborne marvels at how well her college-aged daughter handles the challenges life throws at her, even while deconstructing childhood bedroom bunk beds.
The last leg: Crews resume work on the final stage of Towpath Trail extension
The last leg of the Towpath Trail, due to be completed next year, pays homage to Cleveland's role in the Civil War, industrial,  and railroad histories at nearly every turn.
When setting goals, give yourself some grace
Kathleen Osborne marvels at how quarantine can be so unproductive.
Manufacturing Alliance ‘in this together’ for PPE sourcing and creation
MAGNET and the the Ohio Manufacturing Alliance were quick to form the Ohio Manufacturing Alliance after Governor DeWine put out the plea for help in creating Personal Protective Equipment to fight COVID-19 in Ohio. The alliance uses its collective innovation prowess to speedily produce much-needed equipment. 
A memorable Zoom birthday party in the time of Coronavirus quarantine
Kathleen Osborne shares how she celebrated her 49th birthday, COVID-style in her column ChroniCLEs.