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Written by Kylee Herrick Cleveland’s history with the cranky file clerk who called the city home and subsequently transformed the comic narrative. “Harvey Pekar? That doesn’t sound like a superhero to me.” (“American Splendor,” 2003) This past summer, Cleveland celebrated as James Gunn’s film, “Superman,” hit theaters and plastered the city on television screens and IMAX theaters. The so-called “Mistake by the Lake” was finally able to bring its superhero back home and see hi

Written by Ava Brennan How to tackle extravagant holiday meals while nurturing the body. Delicious recipes at bottom of this post! Two of the biggest feasting holidays are right around the corner. Some may spend this time preparing, walking extra steps to balance out incoming calories, while others accept the not-so-good feelings that come with the “feel-good” foods. In a large family like mine, creating extravagant holiday meals is no small feat. The responsibility of planni

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens Guice Mann shares the story of his journey as an artist, and his mission to spread positivity through all that he creates. Cleveland’s art culture thrives in the hidden nooks of the city where innovators and creators transform unassuming warehouse spaces into vibrant studios. Artists pour their souls into their work and their creativity spills onto the streets with murals and installations that breathe life into the industrial landscape. In a

Written by Helaina Rucinski Why does Thanksgiving dinner so often turn into a battleground of tension? For many families, the turkey isn’t the only thing getting roasted at Thanksgiving dinner. The holiday meal may seem more like a contest than a celebration with all the political debates, unsolicited life advice, and that one relative who “just wants to talk about the election.” As voices of family members become louder and mashed potatoes grow colder, you might find someone

Written by Kirsten Kimbler CSU’s Studio: Sillie collective shines a spotlight on student filmmakers with its first short film showcase – with proceeds going to Cleveland’s growing film scene. Cleveland State’s film scene will take center stage on Nov. 30, as Studio: Sillie Showcase – a dynamic collective of CSU students and graduates dedicated to producing original short film content – hosts its first short film showcase.  The showcase will feature 10 short films produced by

Written by Sage Colón Inside the rise of one of Cleveland’s biggest sports meme pages. The Turning Point As Aidan Crowley looked around at the crowd outside the Browns stadium on Feb. 3, 2025, he realized the potential he held in his hands. No more than three hours earlier, he had been sitting with his friends when news broke that Myles Garrett – one of the Cleveland Browns’ most beloved players – was requesting a trade. That morning, Crowley rushed to make an Instagram post

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens A look into the legend and lore entwined in one of Cleveland’s most infamous homes. Next time you find yourself in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, keep an eye out for the towering stone house on Franklin Boulevard. Its roof juts out among the treetops, which seem planted to shield it from the questioning stares of passersby. The iron fence has a heavy lock and chain that reinforce the theory. Don’t look for too long, though – you mig

Written by Kylee Herrick With the CSU student radio station’s annual Halloween tradition just around the corner, it is time to put the spotlight on the students providing a source of alternative music and entertainment. ***At press time, news broke that WCSB has been taken over by Ideastream. The implications of this transition remain unclear, raising concerns about the future of one of the few truly independent student voices on campus. At press time, there was no confirmati

Written by Ava Brennan A local barista gives insight on the mastery of latte art and her personal experience in winning her first latte art throwdown. Autumn has arrived – the leaves are changing, the air is crisp and the cozy season is officially here. For many of us, it's the moment our coffee orders transition from iced to hot. What’s better than a warm latte on a cool day? One topped with a beautiful design. Rosetta pour | Photo Credit: Joelle Kristoff Latte art is achiev

CSU student Josie Wilka tells her experience of being in the upcoming “Superman” movie and being diagnosed with moyamoya disease within...

How FAN EXPO Cleveland took over the city. Written by Izzy Aparicio Cleveland, usually the city of devoted sports fans, is used to having...

Putting CSU’s fencers in the limelight. Written by Sage Colón Maia Taylor-Casamayor huddled around her teammates in a tight circle, the...

The true story of my father’s near fatal fall. Written by Morgan Alten “The only way anyone knew I fell off the cliff was because I made...

Reflecting on Black History Month in the current political and cultural landscape. Written by Derek M. Williams It started 99 years ago...

A behind the scenes look at moviemaking. Written by Jake Ryan There’s a common debate among college students about what the easiest...

A playlist with all songs about empowering women. Written by Julia Lastic For those who don’t know, March is Women’s History Month! What...

Meet the strong women who are in charge of university clubs in male-dominated fields. Written by   Evan Peters Peeking through...

Leaving messages for women who inspire us. Written by Faith-Ann G. English “Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another....

How a mother and son duo inspire lifelong learning in each other. Written by Casey Couch "I really think we should encourage people, who...

The legacy of Dorothy Fuldheim in Cleveland media. Written by Sage Colón In a time when the airwaves were dominated by male voices,...