Frank Macek at WKYC Studios

Friday officially marks my 30th anniversary here at WKYC-TV. All the fun here started on June 14, 1994, following six years at WDOK-FM/102.1, WWWE-AM/1100 and WRMR-AM/850 radio where I started in the Cleveland market and have worked here since, non-stop. I also spent nearly a decade on the radio at WNWV-FM/Smooth Jazz, 107.3 The Wave. Over the years, I have had several opportunities to go to bigger markets, but I chose Cleveland as home and so glad I did. Yes, I have fallen on my face many times, but I always got back up and worked hard to get where I am today. Going through a cancer diagnosis was among the worst, during the pandemic. I feel working in today's broadcast environment for the same station for 3 decades is a rarity and I am so appreciative of the station and TEGNA for their support. Special thanks to former WKYC Engineering Operations Manager Andrew Hitchcock and then Production Manager Rich O'Dell for taking a chance on a 24 year old kid back then. I hope I made you both proud.

Jet missing since 1971 found submerged in Vermont lake

Jet carrying passengers from Georgia missing since 1971 found submerged in Vermont lake Fifty-three years after a private plane carrying five men disappeared on a snowy night, experts believe they have found the wreckage of the long lost jet.

I-71 North reopens after deadly overnight crash involving wrong-way driver in Cleveland

I-71 North reopens after deadly overnight crash involving wrong-way driver in Cleveland Cleveland EMS confirmed to 3News that this was a wrong-way driver crash.

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Cleveland Monsters' playoff ride ends with 3-2 OT loss to Hershey Bears in Game 7 of Eastern Conference Finals

Cleveland Monsters' playoff ride ends with 3-2 OT loss to Hershey Bears in Game 7 of Eastern Conference Finals After fighting back from a 3-0 series deficit, the Monsters again managed to tie the game in the closing minutes, but their luck finally ran out.

'Make sure to get those moles checked': Kevin Jonas shares skin cancer diagnosis

'Make sure to get those moles checked': Kevin Jonas shares skin cancer diagnosis The singer revealed his recent diagnosis on Instagram and encouraged fans to check in with their dermatologists.

98-year-old Holocaust survivor receives honorary diploma at high school

98-year-old Holocaust survivor receives honorary diploma at Valley high school Oskar Knoblauch was honored by Chandler High School, which gave him the high school diploma he was unable to earn due to the Holocaust. The move had him in tears.

Billy Ray Cyrus files for divorce from Firerose after 7 months of marriage

Billy Ray Cyrus files for divorce from Firerose after 7 months of marriage After getting married in October 2023, the musicians lived in Tennessee and released several songs together over the course of their relationship.

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King Charles III's new portrait vandalized by animal rights group

King Charles III's new portrait vandalized by animal rights group The larger-than-life painting by Jonathan Yeo was unveiled last month and is the first portrait of Charles to be completed since he ascended the throne in 2022.

Cleveland Clinic brain study looking for diverse participants

Cleveland Clinic brain study looking for diverse participants Study launched two years ago to follow brain health of participants for twenty years, but they need patients with more diverse backgrounds to enroll.

Joey Chestnut out of 2024 Nathan's hot dog eating contest

Joey Chestnut out of 2024 Nathan's hot dog eating contest Chestnut has won the annual competition on New York City's Coney Island boardwalk 16 times.

Simone Manuel returns from overtraining syndrome with her eyes on Paris Olympics

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Palestinian DC chef and Senegalese restaurant in New Orleans win coveted James Beard Awards

Palestinian DC chef and Senegalese restaurant in New Orleans win coveted James Beard Awards Michael Rafidi, whose Washington, D.C., restaurant Albi was awarded a coveted Michelin Star in 2022, won outstanding chef among five finalists.

Sheriff: 26 migrants rescued, several in custody after human-smuggling operation is busted in Texas

Sheriff: 26 migrants rescued, several in custody after human-smuggling operation is busted in south Bexar County Deputies say they discovered the human smuggling victims in a "stifling hot" wooden structure that didn't have AC.

Akron mass shooting update: Victim count rises to 28, city announces victim assistance fund

Akron mass shooting update: Victim count rises to 28, city announces victim assistance fund A victim assistance fund has been established to cover funeral expenses for Lateris Cook as well as medical bills and other needs for the 27 injured victims.

Bionca Ellis, woman accused of killing 3-year-old Julian Wood in stabbing outside North Olmsted Giant Eagle, faces judge

Bionca Ellis, woman accused of killing 3-year-old Julian Wood in stabbing outside North Olmsted Giant Eagle, faces judge Police have said it appears this was 'a random act of violence' as Ellis had no prior interactions with the victims before the stabbing.

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'Cyber incident' closes Cleveland City Hall on Monday

'Cyber incident' closes Cleveland City Hall on Monday The threat is currently under investigation.

Some nationalities escape Biden's sweeping asylum ban because deportation flights are scarce

Some nationalities escape Biden's sweeping asylum ban because deportation flights are scarce Border officials were told to give the highest priority to detaining migrants who can be easily deported.

Coroner: Human remains found in former home of man convicted in slaying of wife

Coroner: Human remains found in former home of man convicted in slaying of wife Authorities say human remains have been found in the former residence of a man convicted last week of murder in the death of his wife.

Winning Powerball numbers for the $207 million jackpot on June 8, 2024: See all the prizes hit in Ohio

Winning Powerball numbers for the $207 million jackpot on June 8, 2024: See all the prizes hit in Ohio The lucky numbers from the Saturday night drawing are 8, 38, 52, 54, 64 and Powerball 15.

Teen struck by RTA bus in Cleveland, taken to MetroHealth Medical Center with 'non-life-threatening' injuries

Teen struck by RTA bus in Cleveland, taken to MetroHealth Medical Center with 'non-life-threatening' injuries Details are developing

New charges for alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer cast scrutiny on another man's murder conviction

New charges for alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer cast scrutiny on another man's murder conviction Bittrolff's lawyers have long accused prosecutors of relying on dubious forensics to convict him, and the new charges against Rex Heuermann cast further doubt.

Israel rescues 4 hostages kidnapped in a Hamas attack on Oct. 7. At least 55 Palestinians dead in Gaza strikes

Israel rescues 4 hostages kidnapped in a Hamas attack on Oct. 7. At least 55 dead in Gaza strikes The Israeli army said it rescued Noa Argamani, 25; Almog Meir Jan, 21; Andrey Kozlov, 27; and Shlomi Ziv, 40, in a complex special daytime operation in Nuseirat.

Full recovery expected after 7-year-old boy suffered serious injuries in Akron hit-skip, family sets up GoFundMe page

Full recovery expected after 7-year-old boy suffered serious injuries in Akron hit-skip, family sets up GoFundMe page The family tells 3News he is expected to make a full recovery.

UN will describe Israel and Hamas as violating children's rights in armed conflict

UN will describe Israel and Hamas as violating children's rights in armed conflict The move heightened the feud between Israel and the U.N., with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying, "The UN put itself on the black list of history today."

Canton police chief recommends firing officer who deployed K-9 on suspect who was on the ground

Canton police chief recommends firing officer who deployed K-9 on suspect who was on the ground 'My review of this incident revealed clear violations of department policy and actions that are not in line with our mission, our values or our training.'

US employers added a robust 272,000 jobs in May in a sign of sustained economic health

US employers added a robust 272,000 jobs in May in a sign of sustained economic health Though some recent signs had raised concerns about economic weakness, May’s jobs report should help assuage those fears.