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Today on GMC
Bay Village mourning loss of high school lacrosse player
The Bay Village community came together Thursday night, still reeling from the tragic loss of Bay High School sophomore Dylan Veselic, who died after an accident during a lacrosse game. Family members, teammates, friends, parents and the Bay High School community packed St. Raphael Catholic Church for a prayer service and vigil.
E-bike concerns
Ohio has a law that kids under the age of 16 may not operate a class 3 e-bike. Still, kids are getting their hands on these bikes and riding them to school and around town. News 5's Caitlin Hunt speaks to her mom, who has a warning for other parents.
Metroparks to break ground today on the Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center
A new chapter will begin today in the transformation of Cleveland's Lakefront. The Cleveland Metroparks will break ground today on a world-class sailing center at the East 55th Marina. The Patrick S. Parker Community Sailing Center will feature a boathouse, rooftop deck and community gathering spaces. A groundbreaking ceremony is set for 10 a.m. Meteorologist Trent Magill is live at the site this morning.
First black-owned craft beer maker in Cleveland opening today
The first black-owned craft beer maker in Cleveland officially cuts the ribbon on its new location today. Black Frog Brewery will have a grand opening celebration at 4 p.m. They are located at East 66th Street near Euclid Avenue.
Another mother creating special spaces for folks who are grieving
Elizabeth Michalski, founder of the non-profit "A Touch of Teddy," sends comfort in the form of teddy bear ornaments to families experiencing pregnancy loss around the world. Now, Michalski is installing dozens of "wind phones" in Northeast Ohio to create a quiet space for anyone to pick up the phone and "call" a loved one they might be missing.
Celebrating longevity ahead of Mother's Day
A 99-year-old woman recently underwent heart surgery ahead of her 100th birthday. Good Morning Cleveland anchor Tiffany Tarpley sits down with her and learns about the keys to living a long life.
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Your forecast
Starting out chilly, but the rebound is coming, slowly! Sunshine returning today, 60s and 70s returning this weekend, and possibly near 80 degrees by the end of next week! Drying & warming ahead.
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