It sounds like a scene from "The Jetsons": hundreds of electric air taxis flying through the skies. Experts say that could happen by the end of this decade. And Cleveland Hopkins – on the precipice of a $2 billion terminal rebuild – is preparing, because electric technology likely will change air travel in much the same way that electric cars are changing the way we drive.
Cleveland will take a longer, phased approach to its new terminal construction because the new facility will be built on the same footprint as the old one. That means plans can evolve as technology advances.
The number of passengers could grow and smaller cities like Cleveland could see increased service with these small, efficient aircraft. - Laura |
Overnight Scores and Weather |
|
|
Coming soon to an airport near you? United Airlines has a contract to purchase Heart Aerospace's 30-passenger ES-30 electric aircraft. (Courtesy of Heart Aerospace) |
|
|
Electric airport: What a future-proof airport looks like isn’t entirely clear. But it likely has plenty of electric-charging stations – for aircraft as well as cars and other road vehicles. It might have space for aircraft that take off and land vertically. And it could have reconfigured airfield and terminal areas that can accommodate smaller, electric-powered vehicles. Susan Glaser reports that in the early stages of planning for a major rebuild of its aging terminal, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is keeping tabs on trends. Grendell: A Geauga County mom who dropped her two sons off for visitation with their estranged dad spent the next three days in terror after a judge locked the boys up for refusing the visit. Cory Shaffer reports on the case and Judge Timothy Grendell, who faces sanctions. Today in Ohio: Cleveland-area businessman Bernie Moreno says that he also would back sending the U.S. military into Mexico “to wipe the drug cartels off the face of the earth.” We’re talking about the threat on Today in Ohio, cleveland.com’s daily half-hour news podcast. |
|
|
Issue 1: While Ohio doctors are at the heart of the campaign backing the abortion rights constitutional amendment voters will decide Tuesday, some of the most high-profile medical groups with a near constant presence at the Ohio Statehouse have been absent from the debate, reports Laura Hancock. The Ohio State Medical Association, the Ohio Hospital Association, and the Ohio Nurses Association have been silent on Issue 1. Student voters: Abortion has been the most politically charged issue of the last 50 years. As Ohioans prepare to decide whether to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution and legalize recreational marijuana, how is the issue resonating on college campuses, where social dynamics for young adults clash with political polarization? Laura Hancock and Jeremy Pelzer seek some answers. |
|
|
Kids ballot: Kids can vote at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections on the truly important aspects of their lives: favorite sport, favorite Disney princess, favorite superhero and favorite ice cream flavor. Lucas Daprile reports that the county has used a kids ballot since at least 2012. This election, 115 children under the age of 16 have voted, sending ballots through a special “Kids Scanner,” standing at about 3 feet tall. National Park fire: Sections of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park are slated to be purposely set on fire during the next two weeks as part of its ongoing effort to create more natural habitat for plants and birds, reports Peter Krouse. Many areas of the park have been overrun by invasive, non-native forms of vegetation that crowd out more desirable native species that have evolved over time with insects, birds and other animal life that are also native to the region. Oberlin investigation: Oberlin College is under federal investigation after a religion professor was accused of being antisemitic, reports Molly Walsh. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights is examining the private liberal arts college for a 2019 complaint alleging Professor Mohammad Jafar Mahallati said Israel is a “colonialist” and an “apartheid” state. Observation tower: A proposed observation tower in a city park has some Seven Hills residents concerned for their safety, saying it could increase crime in their neighborhood. In a state of the city newsletter sent to residents this week, Mayor Anthony Biasiotta and Recreation Director Jennifer Burger announced the plan for Calvin Park, reports Molly Walsh. Black History: Do you know Black community leaders who are making a mark in areas such as business, art, music, politics, advocacy, activism or education? To celebrate Black History Month 2024, cleveland.com is highlighting emerging Black leaders in a series of profiles. Readers can nominate leaders in Northeast Ohio’s Black community who deserve recognition. |
|
|
Patient safety: The Cleveland Clinic hospital system earned the most “A” grades for patient safety in Greater Cleveland in the Leapfrog Group’s fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grades, the nonprofit announced Monday. Summa Health’s Akron campus, MetroHealth System and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in University Heights all earned “C” grades, Julie Washington reports. |
|
|
Bartek murder: An appeals court has upheld the robbery convictions of a woman who was also found guilty of murder in the killing of off-duty Cleveland police officer Shane Bartek. Cory Shaffer reports an Ohio 8th District Court of Appeals panel held that there was enough evidence to convict Tamara McLoyd of participating with two others in four robberies in the weeks before the Dec. 31, 2021, slaying. |
|
|
Rock Hall inductions: The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Friday night welcomed performers Willie Nelson, Missy Elliott, Sheryl Crow, Kate Bush, the late George Michael, Rage Against the Machine and The Spinners, while honorees for musical excellence were Chaka Khan, Al Kooper and Bernie Taupin. DJ Kool Herc and the late guitarist Link Wray were recognized for musical influence. Malcolm X Abram sums up the ceremony. Meanwhile, Peter Chakerian reports on 14 gold moments from the inductions. Nighttown: It’s taken a few years, a lot of TLC, a vision to look to the future and a respect for the past, but Nighttown is back, reports Marc Bona. The restaurant, which opened in Cleveland Heights in 1965, is set to open Friday under the team behind Red, the Steakhouse. House of the Week: Besides the pickleball court, this Strongsville house boasts an indoor basketball court, a finished lower level with a home theater and bar, and a jaw-dropping outdoor space, reports Joey Morona. Listed for $3,390,000, the home was built in 2019 and offers five bedrooms and eight bathrooms (five full) in nearly 10,000 square feet of total living space. |
|
|
Feds arrest teen in shooting death of man in Akron home’s backyard Read more Man shot in chase, standoff with Elyria police Read more Avon Heritage Festival sponsored by Duck Brand ends decades long run Read more Plane crashes into Ohio field, kills 2 onboard Read more Beachwood Schools seek community input on proposal to add preschool wing to new Bryden School building Read more Brook Park mayor mulls municipal campus vision, revenue generation Read more |
|
|
NEW! DINE DRINK CLE NEWSLETTER |
Get the latest news about Cleveland’s restaurant and bar scene. The latest on openings, closings, tastings and other events, plus features, guides, and recommendations from our team of writers and critics. Click here to sign up. |
|
|
Want the top headlines but don't have time to read? Listen to cleveland.com’s Today in Ohio podcast on Spotify, Google or Apple Podcasts. |
|
|
WANT TO SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER WITH A FRIEND? |
Did someone share this newsletter with you? Click here to never miss a day! |
|
|
To contact the newsrooms for any of our publications regarding technical support, news tips, classified ads and other inquiries, please click here. |
|
|
Unlimited Digital Access. |
|
|
$5 for first month (cancel anytime) |
| |
|
$5 for first month (cancel anytime) |
| |
|
INTERESTED IN ADVERTISING
OR SPONSORING OUR NEWSLETTERS? |
|
|
|
