Stories
Below are stories that I have written for Cleveland Magazine. You can also read more of my stories for CSU’s student publications.
Cleveland Magazine
Cavs Tap Into 2000s Nostalgia With Return of Classic Wine and Gold Uniforms
The Cavs are honoring their past with the return of their 2000s uniforms and court design, connecting today’s stars with one of the team’s most memorable eras. By Jaden Stambolia
George Schindler, Visionary Behind Some of Cleveland’s Most Beloved Restaurants, Dead at 70
From a business plan sketched on a cocktail napkin to an empire of enduring dining destinations, Schindler’s legacy is one of hospitality, heart and community. By Jaden Stambolia
1964: Cleveland Police Order the Beatles Off Stage After Beatlemania Erupts
For a little over two days in September 1964, it cost Cleveland $17,000 (over $175,000 today) in police overtime pay to protect the Beatles. By Jaden Stambolia
Robots Are Raising Cleveland’s Next Generation of Engineers
Robotics competitions can help students gain technical and soft skills for future careers. By Jaden Stambolia
Cleveland’s Halloween Bucket List: Things to Do This Spooky Season
From haunted houses and ghostly cruises to costume contests and family-friendly trick-or-treat adventures, Northeast Ohio offers a full month of Halloween thrills for every ghoul. By Jaden Stambolia
Best of Cleveland 2025
Find five editor picks in food, entertainment and culture — all of which make Cleveland just the best. By Jaden Stambolia
How Cleveland Museums Are Solving the Mysteries of Their Masterpieces’ Murky Pasts
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s return of a sculpture to Turkey underscores how institutions are grappling with the ethics of historic art acquisition. By Jaden Stambolia
1945: Japan’s Surrender in WWII Shuts Down Cleveland For Two Days
Cleveland’s ties to World War II started at the very beginning and went to the end with a celebration. By Jaden Stambolia
NASA Glenn’s High School STEM Programs Prepare the Next Generation for Artemis
NASA Glenn’s High School STEM programs allow students to explore different engineering disciplines before committing to a college major. By Jaden Stambolia
Cleveland Is Being Swarmed by Mosquitoes
Pest summer is hitting Cleveland with mayflies, midges, and their even more annoying and dangerous cousins, the mosquitoes. By Jaden Stambolia
Pro Football Hall of Fame Honors Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com
Browns reporter will receive the Bill Nunn Jr. Award given to a media member for a long and distinguished career, during Hall’s Induction Weekend this summer. By Jaden Stambolia
Taylor Swift Shows Some Cleveland Bonafides on Her New Heights Podcast Appearance
Over a million people were on YouTube watching Taylor Swift talk with Cleveland Heights’ favorite sons, Jason and Travis Kelce, when the New Heights episode premiered Wednesday. By Jaden Stambolia
How Tariffs are Impacting the Port of Cleveland
David Gutheil, the interim president of the Port of Cleveland, discusses economic issues of President Donald Trump’s tariffs and COVID-19. By Jaden Stambolia
The City of Cleveland Celebrates Former Mayor with First Ever Carl B. Stokes Day
Carl Stokes, a trailblazing politician for the nation, will be honored annually by the city he helped transform. By Jaden Stambolia
As the Great Lakes Become a Data Center Hub, AI’s Water Usage Impact Remains Unknown
AI data centers pose a threat to groundwater in the Lake Erie watershed, with only 1% of the water in the Great Lakes being replenished each year. By Jaden Stambolia
Drew Carey and Co-Creator Bruce Helford Discuss Cleveland and the 30th Anniversary of “The Drew Carey Show”: Q&A
The Drew Carey Show has made Cleveland rock for the last 30 years. By Jaden Stambolia
Clevelanders Celebrate 100 Years of Buses
The Cleveland bus system has enjoyed successes and difficulties over the last 100 years. By Jaden Stambolia
Cleveland Browns Will Host Home Game in London
The Browns will play in their second international game and are looking to win their first. By Jaden Stambolia
Despite DOGE Cuts, Cuyahoga Valley National Park Expects to Operate Normally This Summer
Cuyahoga Valley National Park will enter its busiest season with fewer employees but says to expect regular access. By Jaden Stambolia
1969: Future Pope John Paul II Visits Cleveland
Pope John Paul II’s first mass outside of Europe was in Cleveland’s St. Stanislaus Church. By Jaden Stambolia
Formaldehyde Pollution Is Too High in Cleveland’s Neighborhoods and Suburbs
According to a report by ProPublica, formaldehyde levels in Cleveland are pushing cancer risks well above EPA guidelines. By Jaden Stambolia
How Gordon Square Has Become a Vibrant LGBTQ+ Hub
Thanks to the community created by Northwest Neighborhoods, the Gordon Square Arcade has welcomed a cluster of new businesses. By Jaden Stambolia
Inside the Competitive Esports Scene of Northeast Ohio 2
Cleveland is developing into a hub for gaming with the addition of the Ethlete Lab Academy, which joins a roster of esports resources and programs in the city. By Jaden Stambolia
Yemeni Coffee Comes to Cleveland with Ebreeq Coffee House
Clevelanders will experience Yemeni coffee and culture with a late-night hangout spot at Ebreeq Coffee House. By Jaden Stambolia
New Fidelity Hotel Brings Creative Independence to Cleveland Hotel Scene
The new Fidelity Hotel Downtown showcases historic roots in a modern boutique hotel. By Jaden Stambolia
Starting in Cleveland, Letters to Elders Pack Impact
Jacob Cramer channeled the attention he received as a child into an organization that provides love to thousands of elders in 27 countries. By Jaden Stambolia
James Beard Names Four Cleveland Chefs Semifinalists in 2025 Awards
Vinnie Cimino of Cordelia, Allie La Valle and Jeremy Umansky of Larder Delicatessen and Bakery; and Douglas Katz of chef-partner of Zhug, Amba and Kiln. By Jaden Stambolia
LeBron James Reflects on What Could Have Been His Football Career
Cleveland legends Jason and Travis Kelce talk about football, Cleveland, and more with LeBron James. By Jaden Stambolia
Harold Crawford Discusses a Career of Dressing Legends and Breaking Barriers: Q&A
Legendary Hollywood costumer Harold Crawford reinvented himself in Cleveland’s theater scene. By Jaden Stambolia
Carrie Coon, Actress: Most Interesting People 2025
The actress has credits in HBO’s Gilded Age and White Lotus as well as movies such as Avengers: Infinity War and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. By Jaden Stambolia
Isabella Geraci, Flag Football Player: Most Interesting People 2025
The wide receiver for the United States Wome’s Flag Football National Team didn’t drop a ball on the way to gold. Now, she’s eyeing the 2028 Olympics. By Jaden Stambolia
Van Aken District Expands with new Raye Apartment Building
The Shaker Heights development welcomes the two new residential towers. By Jaden Stambolia
Five Northeast Ohio Christmas Stores to Build Your Winter Wonderland
Check out these five local Christmas stores in Northeast Ohio to curate your Christmas decorations. By Jaden Stambolia
Jason and Travis Kelce Give a Guide to Their Cleveland Favorites
Cleveland Heights brothers Travis and Jason Kelce love their museums and their Christmas ale. By Jaden Stambolia
Restaurants Open For Christmas Eve and Christmas in Cleveland
Don’t want to cook for the holidays? Just relax and go to one of these 17 Northeast Ohio restaurants for Christmas Eve or Christmas. By Lainey Novak & Jaden Stambolia
Cleveland Metroparks Police Discuss True Crime and Ethics Following Rocky River ‘Unsolved Mysteries’ Episode
Lieutenant Don Sylvis, the lead detective of a 2019 Rocky River double homicide, believes the case being featured on Netflix’s Unsolved Mysteries could benefit the investigation. By Jaden Stambolia
Johnny’s Bar on Fulton Celebrates 100 Years of Business
A hundred years of memories behind the family that owns Johnny’s Bar on Fulton. By Jaden Stambolia
35 Things to do in Cleveland This Holiday Season: Winter Fun Guide
Ring in the joy of the holidays as Cleveland embraces its cold weather season with a batch of celebrations. By Christina Rufo, Jaden Stambolia & Lainey Novak
Cleveland Is One of Three Finalist Cities for a Women’s Pro Soccer Expansion Team
The announcement from NWSL brings the Cleveland Pro Soccer group, which released renderings of a potential stadium earlier this year, one step closer to its goal. By Jaden Stambolia
Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Longtime Drummer Talks 25 Years of Cleveland Shows: Q&A
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra prepares for the emotional return of The Lost Christmas Eve on their upcoming tour for the album’s 20th anniversary. By Jaden Stambolia
Rock Entertainment Group Launches Bid to Bring a WNBA Team Back to Cleveland
Cleveland now has two bids to bring women’s pro sports franchises to the city. By Jaden Stambolia
Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving in Cleveland
Save yourself the dishes and let one of these 17 Northeast Ohio restaurants cater your Thanksgiving feast. By Lainey Novak & Jaden Stambolia
New USS Cleveland Will Showcase the City’s Naval Legacy
Set to be the fourth United States Navy vessel named after Cleveland, the USS Cleveland (LCS-31) will be officially commissioned in the city in late 2025. By Jaden Stambolia
Beet Jar’s Big Expansion Sets Up Its Next Chapter
Ten years after first opening, Beet Jar has grown from its humble beginnings and turns up the heat with a new location, and new dishes on the menu. By Jaden Stambolia
Bop Stop Celebrates 10 Groovy Years with a Week of Jazz Mastery
From Oct. 15-20, The Bop Stop at the Music Settlement invites Clevelanders to revel in a decade of jazz excellence with a week-long celebration featuring local and national talents. By Jaden Stambolia
After a Sizzling Summer, Cleveland Braces for a Warmer Fall
Cleveland experienced one of its hottest and driest summers in the last 20 years, but it looks to deal with a possible warmer and wetter fall than usual. By Jaden Stambolia
Where to Catch the Best Fall Colors: A Leaf Peeping Guide to Cleveland and Beyond
As the leaves begin to change, Cleveland transforms into a stunning canvas of autumn colors. By Christina Rufo and Jaden Stambolia
“The Drew Carey Show” Is Streaming for the First Time
Approaching 30 years since it aired its first episode, The Drew Carey Show is making Cleveland rock once again, as it gets a new digital life on Plex. By Jaden Stambolia
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