Justin Bibb

Cleveland’s mayoral candidates faced off in a debate Tuesday night, with nonprofit executive Justin Bibb arguing City Hall has failed its residents under Council President Kevin Kelley and needs a new outsider's perspective, while Kelley touted his experience and hit at Bibb's lack of it.

The advocates want Justin Bibb and Kevin Kelley to promise certain renter rights when a new administration takes over.

Political newcomer Justin Bibb has won the Cleveland mayoral primary, and Council President Kevin Kelley has finished second, dashing former U.S. Rep. Dennis Kucinich’s hopes of returning to the mayor’s office after four decades.

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Candidates seeking to replace Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson in this year’s election gathered Tuesday for a mayoral debate that ranged in topics from housing and healthcare to government transparency and racial equity.

After the only Republican who had entered the race withdrew after not submitting enough valid signatures, the remaining candidates are all Democrats.

Updated: 9:50 a.m., Thursday, June 17, 2021 Eight candidates filed petitions by Wednesday’s deadline to enter the race to succeed Frank Jackson as mayor of Cleveland. The list includes longtime elected officials and first-time hopefuls who have been preparing for months to give the city its first new mayor in 16 years.

Cleveland City Councilman Basheer Jones joined the race for mayor Thursday, announcing his campaign to supporters from the steps of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.

State Sen. Sandra Williams became the latest entrant in the Cleveland mayoral race Monday, joining a crowded contest that could give the city its first new mayor in 16 years.

The requirement of 3,000 signatures from registered voters, more than other major cities in Ohio, is an endeavor that takes significant planning, coordination and man power.