Ramadan is celebrated by more than 3 million Muslims in the U.S. and tens of thousands right here in Northeast Ohio. It’s a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection, but for Muslims, it’s so much more.First, lets address some common misconceptions about Ramadan.QUESTION: Do all Arabs participate in Ramadan?ANSWER: No, not all Arabs are Muslim,
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Cleveland Metropolitan School District recommends closing Newton D. Baker School of Art
The Cleveland Metropolitan School Districts Board of Education plans to vote on a recommendation to close Newton D. Baker School of Arts during its work session on April 15. The school, located on West 159th St. in Cleveland, has an enrollment of 352 students, according to the Ohio School Report Cards.News 5 obtained a letter
Browns move is ‘risky bet with public dollars,’ Cuyahoga County executive says
Over the past 24 hours, the battle between the Cleveland Browns and the City of Cleveland has been heating up.Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne said the Browns move to a domed stadium in Brook Park is a risky bet with public dollars during a Wednesday afternoon press conference.Watch the full press conference in the player
Cleveland celebrates its 183rd St. Patrick’s Day Parade
On this day 183 years ago, Cleveland celebrated its first St. Patrick’s Day parade.While much has changed in the city, the spirit that started and sustains the annual tradition remains the same.”I like to see all the people dressed up, being festive, having fun,” said one paradegoer Monday.St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate