/news/tags/blaine-griffin Blaine Griffin en-US Copyright Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:20:00 GMT /government-politics/2025-10-30/these-cleveland-candidates-are-unopposed-but-theyre-still-campaigning-to-increase-low-voter-turnout In a city where voter turnout consistently lags national and state averages, Cleveland City Council candidates are hitting the campaign trail — even if they have no opponent. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:20:00 GMT /government-politics/2025-10-30/these-cleveland-candidates-are-unopposed-but-theyre-still-campaigning-to-increase-low-voter-turnout Abbey Marshall /government-politics/2025-08-14/cleveland-city-councilmember-joe-jones-facing-censure-after-alleged-threat-against-council-employee Cleveland City Council President Blaine Griffin said a second investigation into Joe Jones' conduct found credible allegations of workplace violence and harassment. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 21:12:07 GMT /government-politics/2025-08-14/cleveland-city-councilmember-joe-jones-facing-censure-after-alleged-threat-against-council-employee Matthew Richmond /government-politics/2025-03-31/cleveland-city-council-president-weighs-mayoral-run-takes-pulse-in-citywide-poll Cleveland City Council President Blaine Griffin is apparently testing the waters for a mayoral run, potentially challenging first-term incumbent Justin Bibb this fall. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:48:38 GMT /government-politics/2025-03-31/cleveland-city-council-president-weighs-mayoral-run-takes-pulse-in-citywide-poll Abbey Marshall /show/sound-of-ideas/2024-03-19/voters-weigh-in-on-closely-watched-u-s-senate-race-and-other-major-primary-races Ideastream's Deputy Editor for News Andrew Meyer discusses what issues and races our news team will be following on this primary election day. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:00:00 GMT /show/sound-of-ideas/2024-03-19/voters-weigh-in-on-closely-watched-u-s-senate-race-and-other-major-primary-races Jay Shah, Rachel Rood /economy/2023-05-18/cleveland-foundation-breaks-ground-on-midtown-collaboration-center The collaboration center is designed to connect residents to business and innovation resources. Fri, 19 May 2023 01:09:50 GMT /economy/2023-05-18/cleveland-foundation-breaks-ground-on-midtown-collaboration-center Gabriel Kramer /government-politics/2023-05-17/cleveland-officials-will-board-first-direct-flight-to-ireland-on-taxpayer-funded-trip Some of Northeast Ohio’s top leaders — including Mayor Justin Bibb and Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne — are headed to the Emerald Isle Friday on the first direct flight between Cleveland and Dublin, Ireland. Wed, 17 May 2023 19:15:39 GMT /government-politics/2023-05-17/cleveland-officials-will-board-first-direct-flight-to-ireland-on-taxpayer-funded-trip Abbey Marshall /government-politics/2023-04-18/cleveland-to-spend-1-5-million-on-10-year-strategic-plan-for-city-hall Council members approved the plan, but expressed hesitation over what they call "consultant fatigue." Tue, 18 Apr 2023 21:00:27 GMT /government-politics/2023-04-18/cleveland-to-spend-1-5-million-on-10-year-strategic-plan-for-city-hall Abbey Marshall /government-politics/2023-03-06/police-reform-advocates-slam-cleveland-officials-over-budget-cuts-to-community-police-commission Some residents criticized council Monday night for cutting an additional $224,000 in funding for the commission that Mayor Justin Bibb had included in his budget. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 02:33:17 GMT /government-politics/2023-03-06/police-reform-advocates-slam-cleveland-officials-over-budget-cuts-to-community-police-commission Abbey Marshall /government-politics/2023-02-01/council-president-cleveland-will-crack-down-on-neglectful-landlords Cleveland City Council President Blaine Griffin said the city is working on a new process to declare neglected rental buildings a nuisance. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 23:53:25 GMT /government-politics/2023-02-01/council-president-cleveland-will-crack-down-on-neglectful-landlords Matthew Richmond /government-politics/2023-01-25/pb-cle-responds-to-cleveland-city-council-pausing-participatory-budget-proposal The group helped frame Mayor Justin Bibb's proposal to city council for a participatory budgeting pilot program. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 22:39:25 GMT /government-politics/2023-01-25/pb-cle-responds-to-cleveland-city-council-pausing-participatory-budget-proposal Gabriel Kramer