In December 2023, the pilot project to bring wind power to Lake Erie tanked amid rising costs, political opposition, environmental concerns and bureaucratic delays. For nearly a decade, a collaboration of Northeast Ohio leaders pushed the Lake Erie Energy Development Corp.’s ambitious plan to build six wind turbines eight miles off the shore of Cleveland. The goal of the Icebreaker project was to be the first freshwater wind farm in North America, with a plan to create an entire industry built around the renewable form of energy. Now, a Maryland company called Mighty Waves Energy has taken control of Icebreaker – and they’re contemplating floating turbines. It’s unclear what happens next, but a five-year certificate to begin construction expires in May. — Laura |
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Northeast Ohio weather forecast: Colder weather this weekend |
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Might wind turbines be constructed off Cleveland after all? Pictured here is the Five Mile Crib, a water intake for Cleveland on Lake Erie. (Gus Chan, Plain Dealer file photo) |
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Wind turbines: Could the once-ambitious plan to install wind turbines on Lake Erie be resurrected? Peter Krouse reports that it’s possible, local wind power advocates believe, now that a Maryland company called Mighty Waves Energy has taken control of Icebreaker Windpower Inc., which two years ago aborted its effort to erect six wind turbines off the coast of Cleveland. Computer science: Ohio students would be required to complete a yearlong computer science class to graduate from high school under legislation announced Thursday morning by bipartisan lawmakers. Laura Hancock reports companion bills – one in the Ohio House and one in the Senate – are expected to be introduced next week. Today in Ohio: Ohio Senate Republicans say Ohio needs “adjustments” in the marijuana law voters approved for public health and safety. Democrats, on the other hand, argue the GOP is undoing the will of the voters because they personally oppose marijuana. We’re talking about the Senate overriding the will of the voters on Today in Ohio, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast. |
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Class time: A state House bill is in the works to expand Ohio school instructional hours to address what the sponsor believes is a declining amount of time students spend with teachers, reports Laura Hancock. State Rep. Adam Bird, a suburban Cincinnati Republican who will sponsor the bill, said student class time decreased after Ohio switched from requiring a minimum 180 days of school per year to an annual minimum number of instructional hours by grade band. Ramaswamy campaign: Vivek Ramaswamy launched his campaign for Ohio governor this week with an ambitious list of policy reforms, including phasing out the state’s income tax to setting teacher salaries based on merit. During an interview with Jeremy Pelzer, the Columbus-area Republican provided a few more details on the issues he highlighted at his campaign kickoff, as well as on other topics such as the death penalty and plans to expand passenger rail in Ohio. DeepSeek: U.S. Sen. Jon Husted wants to keep the Chinese-controlled artificial intelligence platform DeepSeek off U.S. government equipment, reports Sabrina Eaton. On Thursday, the Columbus-area Republican teamed up with Nevada Democrat Jacky Rosen to introduce bipartisan legislation that would ban DeepSeek’s use on U.S. government networks and devices. AG race: Former Democratic Ohio Rep. Elliott Forhan, who lost his primary election after a fight with House leadership over confrontations with colleagues and constituents, is joining the race for Ohio attorney general, reports Anna Staver. |
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Matt Dolan: Matt Dolan, who became CEO of Team NEO on Feb. 5, sat down with Rich Exner to share his initial thoughts, ranging from tapping the region’s best business assets to selling northern Ohio as a good place to live. Shaker DEI: Shaker Heights Superintendent David Glasner told members of the school board this week that President Donald Trump’s executive orders outlawing so-called diversity, equity and inclusion programs in schools does not change the district’s commitment to those values. Cory Shaffer reports that Glasner told the board at its Tuesday work session that the district believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that every student deserves a rigorous and supportive education. Foster care: Cuyahoga County Council recently renewed a major contract that secures specialty housing for youth in foster care, including at one facility that has been investigated for child abuse in the past. Kaitlin Durbin reports council unanimously passed the contract on Tuesday, allowing for foster children to be housed at 75 different placement options, ranging from therapeutic or behavioral health facilities to group homes, residential care and independent living. Bees gymnastics: The Brecksville Bees gymnastics team is looking to extend its nation-leading consecutive state title streak to 22 years, Ryan Isley reports. It is the longest gymnastics state championship streak ever in the nation by five years. Bus fire: Authorities say no one was hurt in a bus fire that took place as students were headed to school Thursday morning in Cleveland Heights. Ice rescue: A New Franklin police officer rescued a woman who fell through the ice on Turkeyfoot Lake early Thursday morning in Summit County, reports Olivia Mitchell. A New Franklin police officer held on to the person in the water until the fire crews in cold-water exposure suits arrived. Humane officers: Spanning nearly 500 square miles with more than 300,000 residents spread across 13 communities, Lorain County presents a complex landscape for its humane officers, reports Hannah Drown. |
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COVID cases: The number of new COVID-19 cases in Ohio fell for the third week in a row, moving from 4,616 last week to 4,141 this week, Julie Washington reports. Case numbers had stayed mostly steady at around 5,500 cases since mid-January until they began falling in February. |
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11-year-old suicide: The parents of an 11-year-old Akron boy said in a lawsuit that their son took his own life after getting relentlessly bullied at school and that school officials did nothing to stop it. Adam Ferrise reports on a lawsuit that says Akron Public Schools suspended Abyesh Thulung, who died by suicide on the first day of his suspension. East CLE: Prosecutors say an East Cleveland police officer is accused of lying to his superiors about a vehicle pursuit and covering for a dispatcher who was driving drunk, reports David Gambino. The former dispatcher also was charged with a felony this week. Westlake arrest: Police investigating a reported stolen car parked at a Westlake home arrested a man at gunpoint Tuesday, even though it was later learned the car was legally owned by the man’s daughter. Peter Krouse and Cliff Pinckard report the incident is bringing criticism and scrutiny on Westlake officers after video of the arrest was posted on social media. Amazon shooting: A Cleveland man pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges stemming from the death of a teenager who was shot while carjacking an Amazon vehicle, reports David Gambino. Missing woman: An East Cleveland man charged with killing a Maple Heights woman who went missing in 2023 pleaded not guilty on Thursday. Joseph Littlejohn, 21, faces charges that include aggravated murder, gross abuse of a corpse and aggravated robbery in connection with the death of Michelle Arnold, reports David Gambino. Muni court: Cleveland Municipal Court will remain closed Thursday, four days after officials announced a cyberattack against the court. Officials did not say when the court will be open again, Olivia Mitchell reports. MIA: New York man accused of shipping $3.5 million worth of marijuana through eastern Ohio is at-large after he posted bond and missed a court appearance, reports Lucas Daprile. |
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Ask Yadi: As a college student, what do you do when you take on most of the load in group projects? Yadi Rodriguez writes there is nothing wrong with making sure that your professor or future boss know the role that you took in your project and what exactly YOU contributed and worked on. CIM: Tito Muñoz, the former music director of The Phoenix Symphony and former assistant conductor of the Cleveland Orchestra, will be the interim principal conductor of the CIM Orchestra, reports Peter Chakerian. Edwins: Edwins opens today, offering a breath of fresh air along with a French vibe into the iconic restaurant, reports Marc Bona. Owner Brandon Chrostowski is leaving his smaller space in Shaker Square for the former Nighttown, the longtime restaurant on Cedar Road in Cleveland Heights. Ohio Pie: Ohio Pie Co. will open its third location in Parma to add to its roster of shops in Rocky River and Brunswick. The third shop will be at 6847 Ridge Road, formerly a Master’s Pizza location, reports Alex Darus. Burntwood Tavern: Monven Group, the ownership team behind Burntwood Tavern, announced the Chagrin Falls and Lyndhurst locations will close in March, and a new concept is in the works for the former Sushi Junki space, reports Marc Bona. Rudy’s Strudel: March 4 is a many-faceted celebration for Lidia Trempe, owner of Rudy’s Strudel & Bakery in Parma. First, it’s Mardi Gras, and it’s the day Trempe’s mom Eugenia Polatajko will release a self-published, autobiography, “Positivity and Courage in America.” Polatajko lived through horrors in World War II and immigrated to the United States in 1965, reports Paris Wolfe. Italian restaurant: Capriccio’s restaurant will open Monday in the former Fisher’s American Tavern in Solon. Once known for great burgers, the location is shifting to traditional Italian-American dishes appetizers and salads to pastas and entrees, reports Paris Wolfe. Cleveland Restaurant Management Group bought Fisher’s in late May 2024 and closed it June 1. Cats on Holiday: If a trip to New Orleans isn’t in the cards for Mardi Gras, Cats on Holiday are ready transport you to the merriment of Bourbon Street. Peter Chakerian reports the long-running “zydecajun” swamp-pop outfit hosts its annual “Fat Tuesday Big Bash” at Forest City Brewery from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday. Dylan lyrics: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced Thursday new Bob Dylan artifacts -- including original handwritten lyrics to “Blowin' in the Wind” -- are on display at the Cleveland museum. A harmonica Dylan used on stage also is part of the display, which can be seen on Level 5 of the museum, reports Malcolm X Abram. House of the Week: If you were to imagine the quintessential American home, 2301 Stillman Road in Cleveland Heights might be what comes to mind. Built in 1912, this classic two-story colonial has all the curb appeal you’d expect: white wood siding, black shutters and a bold red door under a welcoming portico, reports Joey Morona. The home, priced at $785,000, offers seven bedrooms, five full and two half-bathrooms, plus a spa-inspired basement with a sauna and soaking tub. Things to do: From professional sports to classical music, conventions and musicals, there’s sure to be something to delight folks young and old this weekend. Tuesday also marks Mardi Gras, with a variety of events planned for those who want to celebrate. Mike Rose lists 22 things to do. |
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