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Jan 30, 2024 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — February marks Black History Month and here in Northeast Ohio, there are many ways to celebrate throughout the month.
Throughout the weeks ahead, many organizations in Northeast Ohio will celebrate and honor the contributions and impacts Black people have made in America.
3News has compiled a list of ways to celebrate Black History Month, which you can see below. As more events are announced, 3News will update this list.
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Jan 19, 2024 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — In the effort to do "what matters most," WKYC Studios launched its volunteer club during the summer of last year. The group’s goal is to recruit employees interested in community engagement to volunteer for a variety of Northeast Ohio nonprofits.
The club includes employees from different departments throughout the station.
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Jan 10, 2024 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of justice for all led him to speak about civil rights in many places across the United States, including iconic moments in Montgomery, Ala., Memphis, and the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. His efforts also frequently took him to Cleveland.
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Jan 5, 2024 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
Below is a list of events taking place across Northeast Ohio in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 3News will continue to update this guide as more events are announced.
SATURDAY, JAN. 13 - FRIDAY, JAN. 19
University Circle Unites: A Week-Long Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s LegacyMuseums and establishments in University Circle will offer special programs, activities, and free admission in honor of Dr. KingFor more event information click here.
SATURDAY, JAN.
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Nov 6, 2023 | 
wkyc.com | Margaret Bernstein |Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — For more than 40 years, Coats for Kids Cleveland has been collecting and providing coats to children in need. And although the organization’s mission remains the same, it will be approaching that mission in a brand-new way this year. “For the first time ever and going forward we are discontinuing the donated coats portion of our campaign,” said Debbie Martinko, Executive Director of Coats For Kids Cleveland.
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Oct 27, 2023 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — After Hamas’ attack on Israel that massacred 1,400 civilians on October 7, there have been reports of hate crimes escalating across the nation. Members of a multi-faith collaboration led by Christian, Muslim and Jewish congregations are coming together to present a peace vigil on Sunday, Oct. 29, in response to the growing threats posed by the increase in hate crimes and white supremacy activities.
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Sep 13, 2023 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans. The month runs from Sept. 15 until Oct. 15.
Below is a list of events celebrating Hispanic heritage across Northeast Ohio:
Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff!
There will be live music, dance performances, and a sampling of Latinx treats. Friday, September 15 | 6 – 8 PM | FREECleveland Public Library South Branch3096 Scranton RoadFor more information, click here.
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Aug 21, 2023 | 
wkyc.com | Margaret Bernstein |Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — At 3News, we take our “Education Station” reputation seriously, and that’s what motivated our employees to spend the past month collecting school supplies for Cleveland students.
Backpacks, notebooks, folders, pens, crayons, paper – our employees donated carloads of supplies necessary for a successful school year and brought it all to Morningstar Baptist Church in Cleveland, where the Buckeye Thrives Community Resource Fair was held Aug. 18.
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Aug 7, 2023 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
CLEVELAND — Over 200 participants gathered on Sunday at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo for the second annual "Race You Home event." The 5K run and one-mile-stroll raised more than $65,000, and the funds raised will help North Coast Community Homes (NCCH) provide housing and resources to individuals living with disabilities and/or mental health challenges.
The organization has more than 600 residents in nearly 200 properties across Northeast Ohio.
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Aug 4, 2023 | 
wkyc.com | Roselyn Muniz
Education Station
Esperanza is a nonprofit organization offering mentoring, scholarships and educational programs for local Hispanic and Latino students.
Author: Roselyn Muñiz
Published: 2:51 PM EDT August 4, 2023
Updated: 2:51 PM EDT August 4, 2023
CLEVELAND — Local students can receive free school supplies at Esperanza Inc.’s back to school drive on Saturday, August 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Max S. Hayes High School in Cleveland.
