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Daily editionWednesday, September 30th, 2026

Good morning, Westlake.

The 5AM Westlake Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of September.

Business

  1. Malley's, Great Lakes Brewing, and Heinen's partnered to create a new beer that will soon be available at local stores.

    The collaboration brings a unique taste to customers and supports a strong local business venture.

    WOIO Cleveland 19 NewsRead more

Economy

  1. Local leaders in Westlake are drawing on artwork to shape a new business district.

    The project will include input from local artists and developers and is set to launch soon.

    WOIO Cleveland 19 NewsRead more

Government

  1. Ohio Gov Mike DeWine directed the state EPA on Tuesday to begin ending the mandatory E-check emissions tests, as the region now meets federal ozone standards.

    The agency will submit its request by the end of 2026 — local drivers react with both relief and concern pending federal approval.

    News 5 ClevelandRead more

  2. Residents will attend a second hearing at Cleveland City Hall Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. to discuss data center plans as a permit freeze nears its Oct. 20 expiration, while a Westlake-based firm proposes building a 300,000 sqft hyperscale facility that could supply 100,000 homes with 150 megawatts+ power.

    WOIO Cleveland 19 NewsRead more

  3. Yesterday, Cuyahoga County hosted its 10th annual Your Voice Matters Youth Voting Summit, gathering 250 students, teachers and youth groups from about a dozen schools to practice voting and learn election basics.

    Lakewood High student Beau Magner cast his first ballot during the mock election.

    WOIO Cleveland 19 NewsRead more

Sports

  1. With three days until the Browns face Pittsburgh, the team adjusts backup plans as center Elgton Jenkins enters concussion protocol and penalties remain a concern; fans can gather Thursday at Noble Beast (free bumper stickers available) to watch the team prepare.

    WOIO Cleveland 19 NewsRead more

  2. The Guardians will take the field for ALDS Game 1 at 1:00 p.m. Saturday and Game 2 at 5:00 p.m. Monday on national TV, with additional games on Oct. 7, Oct. 8 and Oct. 10 to decide who advances to the ALCS.

    WOIO Cleveland 19 NewsRead more