With Hidden History, ABC7 explores local history and hidden facts in our communities. The series highlights extraordinary details in neighborhoods you may otherwise overlook. Neon signs and art pieces ...

If you value independent local news, become a sustainer today. Your gift could help unlock a $1M challenge. As early as the 1920s neon signs illuminated major ...

Cleveland has a rich history and some of that history, at least of the 20th century, can be seen through our signs. Political signs, local signs, neon signs, they all tell the story of America and ...

Apr 8, 2019 Apr 8, 2019 Updated Oct 27, 2023 0 At one time, they graced the streets of the Yakima Valley, glowing beacons to guide people to food, merchandise or — in one case — salvation. Today, some ...

Become a paid member to listen to this article Images of New York’s neon signs by Thomas Rinaldi. You’ve seen them everywhere, but probably haven’t given them much thought. Though they once ...

In 1985, Jed Schleisner had a biology degree in his pocket and no job on the horizon. Combining boredom with science and a long-held love of art, he came up with an illuminating new career. Schleisner ...

Illuminated by antique neon signs, Matt Thompson pursed his lips around a plastic tube and blew into the glass letter warping under the blue flames. He wore sunglasses and a shirt that read "old ...