What's the best way to fix a pothole?

CLEVELAND — Potholes can happen at any time and can quickly turn a smooth ride into a bumpy one.

That's why Munir Nazal's research team at the University of Cincinnati began a year-long research project focused on fixing these troublesome holes.

"We looked at what materials had been used nationwide and what methods had been used," Nazal said.

To do that, the team rode along with the Ohio Department of Transportation, the City of Columbus, and the City of Cleveland to observe what materials they used and how they patched roads.

Cleveland Streets Commissioner Randall Scott said the city learned it was ahead of the curve when it came to pothole patching technology. It has to do with the city's recycled asphalt program.

"When we do our pavement resurfacing program," Scott said. "We take t