Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 11:30 a.m., In-Person Forum
Cleveland Public Auditorium
The Hon. Justin M. Bibb
Join us for Cleveland Mayor Justin M. Bibb's 4th Annual State of the City, marking the final address of the Mayor's first term. This year's event will feature Mayor Bibb in a live conversation with WKYC's Russ Mitchell, discussing the initiatives driving Cleveland's growth and transformation. Cleveland's historic Public Auditorium — now home to the Cleveland Charge — will serve as the backdrop for this celebration of the city's progress and...
Friday, Apr 25 @ 11:30 a.m.
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Thursday, May 1 @ 11:30 a.m.
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Ukraine: Prospects for Peace and the Future of a Sovereign...
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Tuesday, April 08, 2025
A Record-Breaking Year for the Hope and Stanley Adelstein Essay Contest
Each year, the Hope and Stanley Adelstein Essay Contest invites high school students from across Northeast Ohio to engage deeply with one of the most foundational principles of our democracy—Freedom of Speech. Since its inception, this annual tradition has challenged young people to explore the ever-evolving meaning of free expression in a society shaped by current events, new technologies, and shifting cultural norms. And this year? Something incredible happened! The 2025 Hope and Stanley Adelstein Essay Contest brought in over 350 submissions from more than 37 different high schools—our highest participation since 2015. That’s not just a number; it’s a powerful reflection of how deeply young people care about free speech,... read on
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