13. Hough, Cleveland
The Hough neighborhood of Cleveland is etched in history for its intense racial tension and economic decline during the 20th century. Longstanding segregation and poverty set the stage for the 1966 Hough Riots, a dramatic uprising fueled by frustration over injustice and neglect. Though Hough has struggled to overcome its past, community-driven revitalization offers hope for the future. For further reading on Hough’s turbulent history, see Cleveland.com.
