Cleveland, OH
West Side Market renovations to begin after $28 million investment package
CLEVELAND — The remaining funds for the first stage of construction related to West Side Market transformation project have been secured, thanks to a $28 million investment package.
The deal was closed by the Cleveland Development Advisors (CDA) and Cleveland Public Market Corporation (CPMC), according to a press release. It includes various tax credits and funding.
“We are incredibly grateful and thrilled that the Market is receiving the largest investment financing package that CDA has made,” said Rosemary Mudry, executive director of Cleveland Public Market Corporation (CPMC), the nonprofit that operates West Side Market. “Working with our government, corporate, investment and philanthropic partners, we have been able to leverage a complex set of funding tools to take our first steps in bringing this ambitious vision to life. It’s a testament to the time, energy, and passion that so many in this community want to invest in the Market and its future.”
The release states that PNC Bank, National Association is New Market Tax Credits investor. They say PPG Industries, Inc. is the historic tax credit equity investor. The Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Healthy Food Financing Initiative is also providing a loan for $2 million.
“The remaining phase one financing comes from a coalition of government, corporate, and foundation partners, including $23 million from the City of Cleveland,” the release reads.
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb said, without the New Markets Tax Credits, there would be no West Side Market project.
“These credits unlock investment in communities that traditional markets have long overlooked,” he said in the release. “They don’t just help projects happen — they help communities rise.”
Yvette Ittu, president and CEO of the CDA, said this serves as a statement of purpose.
“The West Side Market is one of the few places where Cleveland’s history, culture, neighborhoods and economy come together,” Ittu said in the release. “Our largest investment to date is in a public market that nourishes our people, supports small businesses and connects communities. That’s the kind of future we’re proud to build.”
The first stage of the renovations amount to $53 million and includes overhauling infrastructure, adding new food storage coolers, a commercial kitchen and more, according to the release. It will also transform the East Arcade, adding HVAC and basement access.
Other phases will include work to the North Arcade and Courtyard, a basement renovation and the addition of seating and private event and educational space/programs.
The release states that the project will retain 250 jobs and create 144 new ones. They also say it will support more than 425 construction jobs.
In total, the transformation project will amount to $68 million in renovations to the market.
“A community asset like the Market needs broad community support,” CPMC board president David Abbott said in the release. “We are extremely grateful for the public, corporate and philanthropic investment we have received so far, and we are eager to enlist an even wider array of backers so we can finish this important job.”
You can learn more about the market here.
Cleveland, OH
Male dead after running from crash scene and shooting another in Cleveland’s Slavic Village neighborhood, police say
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A person is dead after a short pursuit and crash on Cleveland’s East Side.
According to the Cleveland Police, they were asked to assist Newburgh Heights Police who was pursuing a vehicle.
The suspect being chased crashed into several vehicles at East 74th and Harvard Avenue and took off south on foot, shooting a person near the 7400 block of Clement Ave.
According to CPD, the suspect shot himself in the area shortly after and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The shooting victim was transported to the hospital in stable condition.
The crash victims were in stable condition.
The Cleveland Police Accident Investigation is handling the crash scene and the Cleveland Police will handle the suspect shooting.
Check back with 19 News for the latest on this story.
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As we move closer to the 2026 NBA Draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers will begin to put together their roster structure for the 2026-2027 season.
As the Cavaliers weigh their options with the 29th selection in this year’s draft, the future draft capital of the Cavs is pretty thin.
Although the Cleveland Cavaliers have consistently been drafting at the end of the first round, and in last year’s case, just having a second-round pick, they have shown a strong ability to draft well in the post-LeBron era.
Players like Collin Sexton and Darius Garland may no longer be with the organization. They have both shown the ability to be high-level NBA Players. Evan Mobley has been the Cavs ultimate draft selection since he’s been on the roster, winning Defensive Player of the Year in 2025, also being named to an All-Star Game, Second Team All-NBA, and All-Defensive team.
Even Ochai Agbaji, who never played a game for the Cavaliers, helped Koby Altman and staff secure Donovan Mitchell in a trade with the Utah Jazz.
With the Cavs being all-in on chasing an NBA Championship since getting Mitchell in a trade, the Cavs have made a lot of trades to limit their draft capital. We will dive into how things look for the future and what it means for the Cavs.
2026: 1st Round Pick (29th overall)
The Cavaliers currently own the San Antonio Spurs pick in the 2026 NBA Draft due to the first DeAndre Hunter trade when the Cavs acquired him from the Atlanta Hawks. Atlanta originally had the Spurs pick when they traded it to the Cavs, and it ended up being a pick swap where the Cavs received the lowest pick for the 3 teams.
The Cavaliers do not have their second round pick in this years draft as they attached it to Darius Garland in the Los Angeles Clippers trade for James Harden this past January.
2027: No picks
The Cavaliers do not own their 2027 pick, and it has been moved since they traded it. The Memphis Grizzlies will receive the most favorable pick in this draft between the Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Utah Jazz, while the second most favorable pick will go to the Phoenix Suns. The Cavs 2027 Second-Round pick goes to the Chicago Bulls.
2028: First Round Pick
In 2028, the Cavs hold their first-rounder. They will receive the least favorable pick between themselves, the Utah Jazz, and the Atlanta Hawks. Utah will receive the more favorable pick between themselves and the Cavs, while Atlanta will get the more favorable pick if it is their own or the least favorable pick of Cleveland and Utah. The Cavs 2028 second-rounder goes to the Utah Jazz from the Donovan Mitchell trade.
2029: No Picks
The Cavs 2029 first-round pick gets a little confusing. Utah will get the most favorable pick between Cleveland, Minnesota (Top 5 Protected), and the Jazz pick to Utah, the second most favorable pick will go to Charlotte. The Cavs do not own their second-round pick in 2029; it will go to the Atlanta Hawks.
2030-2032: First Round Pick
The Cavs own their first-round pick outright between 2030-32. They do not own any of their second-rounders as 2030 goes to San Antonio, 2031 goes to either the Boston Celtics or Utah, and the least favorable goes to Boston. Their 2032 second goes to Utah.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A man was shot in Cleveland’s Cudell neighborhood Tuesday night.
Cleveland Police 1st District officers responded to the 10100 block of Madison Ave around 9:00 P.M.
A man approximately 45 years of age was found with a gunshot wound.
EMS took the victim to MetroHealth Hospital. This incident remains under investigation.
There is no information on any suspects or arrests.
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