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Cleveland law enforcement escorted the Flame of Hope to its destination in Cleveland on Thursday, ahead of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota.

2026 Special Olympics Torch makes stop in Cleveland Cleveland law enforcement accompanied the Flame of Hope to its Cleveland destination on Thursday ahead of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota.

During a press conference Thursday afternoon, Akron leaders announced new measures to keep Highland Square safe.

This comes after several troubling incidents, including a shooting this past weekend that left three people injured.