Pro-Palestinian encampments are now in place on at least 30 college campuses across the U.S.
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Quick Glance: Protests at USC Lead to Cancellation of Commencement Ceremony
- The University of Southern California canceled its main commencement ceremony, prompting students at other locations with protests to wonder if their ceremonies will be disrupted next.
- USC's cancellation raised concerns among Columbia students, fearing their commencement could be disrupted. Other universities remain silent on potential adjustments to their ceremonies. Some students fear a domino effect following the protests at Columbia.
- Students who missed high school graduation ceremonies due to the pandemic expressed concerns about their upcoming college commencement. USC announced the cancellation of its main ceremony, while Columbia contemplates potential disruptions to ensure campus community safety.
- Universities like Yale and Michigan are addressing the possibility of protests during commencement activities. Columbia students report a rise in animosity on campus, particularly between Jewish and pro-Palestinian groups.
Interstate 70 on-ramp in downtown Columbus closing for years. Will it impact your commute?
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Speaker Mike Johnson appeared on Columbia University’s campus to condemn pro-Palestinian protests and urge stronger action by the school’s president and ... Show more www.nytimes.com/2024/04/24/us/politics/johnson-columbia-university-president-protests.html
Where campus protests have led to arrests across the U.S.: Dozens of protests have broken out at colleges and universities in recent days ...
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I-70 and I-71 construction around Columbus to extend into the 2030s, according to ODOT
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Live updates: College campus protests continue after arrests at Columbia, Yale and NYU
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Quick Glance: Spread of Anti-War Protests at U.S. Universities
- University of Minnesota student sets up protest camp following arrests of pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
- Pro-Palestinian protests sweep campuses nationwide, demanding universities cut ties with Israel.
- Arrest of over 100 student protesters at Columbia University sparks solidarity protests at other colleges.
- Student anti-war protests spread across the country, from Yale to University of California, demanding divestment from Israel.
Graham rips Vance’s Ukraine position, challenges him to visit country: Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Sunday slammed Sen. JD Vance’s (R-Ohio) firm opposition to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4609759-graham-rips-vances-ukraine-position-challenges-him-to-visit-country/
Ohio lawmakers negotiate to assure Biden makes the state's fall ballot: Republican legislative leaders in Ohio are negotiating with Democrats to assure President ...
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Hand-counted ballots, voter ID rules: How GOP lawmakers want to change Ohio elections
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/22/ohio-republicans-eye-more-changes-to-voter-id-law-election-security/73328201007/
Ilhan Omar’s daughter says she’s been ‘basically evicted’ after suspension: The daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) says she was “basically evicted” after she ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4611065-ilhan-omar-daughter-columbia-protests-barnard-new-york/
‘Every one of us should be ashamed’ of current Congress: Manchin: Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and former Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) lamented the state of Congress ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4609864-every-one-of-us-should-be-ashamed-of-current-congress-manchin/
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says FirstEnergy donations didn't influence his House Bill 6 support
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/23/ohio-gov-mike-dewine-firstenergy-donations-didnt-influence-him/73423931007/
DeSantis has one of the highest governor disapproval ratings, poll finds: However, DeSantis is popular overall, and beloved by Republicans.
tampabay.com/news/florida-politics/2024/04/22/desantis-has-one-highest-governor-disapproval-ratings-poll-finds/
Missing Presidential Record Led to Obama's Office: A cherished letter to the former president should have been relinquished upon leaving the White House ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-19/missing-presidential-record-led-to-obama-s-office
Jack Hanna reaches advanced stage of Alzheimer's disease, family says: Jack Hanna, the famous zookeeper who led the Columbus Zoo, has reached an advanced stage ...
dispatch.com/story/news/2024/04/15/jack-hanna-declining-as-alzheimers-disease-advances-his-family-says/73326675007/
Meet the two Ohio women on the TIME's 100 list: Ohio women Jenny Holzer and Lauren Blauvelt have joined TIME's 100 most influential people ...
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Columbus should expect a hot, rainy weather as summer nears, NOAA says: NOAA predicts a hot, rainy summer. There's a high chance that temperatures around ...
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We're excited to work alongside Maria Shriver in the opening of our new Women's Comprehensive Health and Research Center.
It will transform how we deliver ... Show more newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2024/04/17/cleveland-clinic-launches-new-womens-comprehensive-health-and-research-center
Moreno doesn't think the minimum wage should be a living wage. Tell that to workers.
dispatch.com/story/opinion/columns/2024/04/20/bernie-moreno-minimum-wage-amendment-ohio/73372698007/
Cleveland will pay $4.8 million to family of bystander teen killed in high-speed police chase
cnn.com/2024/04/23/us/cleveland-police-chase-settlement/
Scioto Mile one of the best river walks in the country, according to USA Today readers
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One dead, seven missing after two Japanese military helicopters crash over Pacific Ocean - UPI.com
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Quick Glance: 8 crew missing after 2 Japanese navy helicopters crash
- Two Japanese navy helicopters with eight crew members are believed to have crashed in the Pacific south of Tokyo, according to the Defence Minister.
- The cause of the crash is unknown, but the focus is on the rescue operation.
- The Navy deployed ships and aircraft to search and rescue the missing crew members.
- The training on Saturday was solely for the Japanese navy and not part of a multinational exercise.
Report: Cavs bench was ‘talking s—t’ to Magic throughout Game 2 of playoff series
cavaliersnation.com/2024/04/23/report-cavs-bench-was-talking-s-t-to-magic-throughout-game-2-of-playoff-series/
Ohio train derailment: Norfolk Southern agrees to pay $600M in settlement: Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement ...
apnews.com/article/norfolk-southern-ohio-bd020560b01f5cb58bb6e15072ca97a1
Quick Glance: Ohio Train Accident: Norfolk Southern Agrees to $600M Settlement
- Following a severe train derailment in February 2023 in Eastern Ohio, Norfolk Southern has agreed to a settlement in a class-action lawsuit totaling $600 million.
- The settlement will encompass all class action claims within a 20-mile radius of the derailment and personal injury claims within a 10-mile radius.
- The agreement does not entail an acknowledgment of liability, misconduct, or fault.
- The settlement is anticipated to be submitted for preliminary approval to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio in April 2024, with potential payments commencing by the year's end.
Ohio River near Pittsburgh is closed as crews search for missing barge, one of 26 that broke loose
apnews.com/article/barges-break-loose-ohio-river-pittsburgh-09395678882415fa7864a4cd720d6e0c
Over a dozen people arrested in 5th hour of Israel protest on Ohio State University campus
dispatch.com/story/news/local/2024/04/25/hamas-israel-war-gaza-protest-ohio-state-university-campus/73456832007/
Biden's exclusion from Ohio ballot shows Yost, Ohio MAGA cabal only care about Big Boss Trump
dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2024/04/20/joe-biden-donald-trump-november-ballot-dave-yost/73368628007/
40 Delaware county dogs seized in April declared abandoned after owner misses court date
dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2024/04/17/40-dogs-removed-from-delaware-county-home-declared-abandoned/73359066007/
Boeing and NASA decide to move forward with historic crewed launch of new spacecraft
cnn.com/2024/04/25/world/boeing-starliner-launch-spacex-delays-scn/
Ohio judge blocks ban on gender-affirming care for minors: An Ohio judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked the state’s ban on gender-affirming health care from ...
thehill.com/homenews/lgbtq/4598272-ohio-judge-blocks-ban-on-gender-affirming-care-for-minors/
Former D.C. officer assaulted on Jan. 6 comes to Ohio to talk Trump, attacks on democracy
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/13/jan-6-attack-us-capitol-dc-police-officer-michael-fanone/73302265007/
No longer a proud Buckeye. Ohio State president using dog whistle to muzzle free speech
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Vance said there is a ‘real fear of escalation’ amid Iran strikes on Israel: Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) cautioned Sunday that there is a “real fear of escalation” ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4593259-vance-said-there-is-a-real-fear-of-escalation-amid-iran-strikes-on-israel/
Trump is normalizing violence. Why aren't you appalled?: Letter to the editor: We should all be appalled. Trans youth missing from DeWine's address.
dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2024/04/17/donald-trump-violence-fascism-poll-political-violence/73299681007/
CDC warns measles outbreak threatening US elimination status: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is calling for action to increase U.S ...
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Quick Glance: CDC warns of looming measles outbreak in the US
- A report from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant decline in measles immunization since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in a record high of almost 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
- With the increase in cases that could jeopardize the virus's eliminated status in the U.S., the CDC is calling for measures to boost measles immunization.
- So far, 113 measles cases have been confirmed since 2020, compared to 58 cases detected last year. The majority of measles patients since 2020 have not been vaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
- Experts express concerns that the rise in measles cases in the U.S. may signal a troubling trend. The CDC emphasizes the need to increase routine MMR vaccination coverage to maintain elimination.
Columbia University protesters are part of a long history of campus activism for Palestine
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Ohio recreational marijuana sales could happen sooner than expected: Medical marijuana stores could open their doors for recreational sales this summer − ...
cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/14/ohio-marijuana-sales-could-begin-this-summer-at-existing-dispensaries/73287008007/
Child care costs are about to start dropping for families that need the most help
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OSU students arrested, charged with criminal trespass during campus protest over Gaza war
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🔴 UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the Middle East is 'on a precipice' and has called on the international community to stop 'any actions ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/israels-war-on-gaza-live-us-veto-at-un-unfair-unethical-pa-president
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Ohio GOP leaders reject Democrats' plan to get President Joe Biden on November ballot
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/16/ohio-rejects-joe-biden-ballot/73351358007/
FirstEnergy gave $2.5M to GOP governors' dark money group backing DeWine's 2018 bid
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/19/firstenergy-donated-2-5m-to-gop-govs-group-backing-dewine-in-18/73383380007/
Immigrants are helping drive Columbus' population growth and its economy, say experts
dispatch.com/story/news/local/2024/04/15/immigrants-driving-columbus-population-growth-economy/73177445007/
Court: Gov. Mike DeWine lacked authority to remove teachers' pension board member
dispatch.com/story/news/state/2024/04/18/appeals-court-rules-dewine-lacked-authority-to-change-strs-board/73373688007/
100s of millions in scholarships for Black, brown students up in the air in Ohio on AG's call
dispatch.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2024/04/25/race-based-scholarships-women-black-minority-students-ohio-affrimative-action-dave-yost/73441136007/
Former Perry County coach admits posing as teen girl online to get nude images of boys
dispatch.com/story/news/courts/2024/04/17/clay-wolfe-ohio-high-school-coach-snapchat-minors-nude-photos/73359331007/
Republicans say a late convention could keep Biden off some ballots. It hasn't mattered before.
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/republicans-say-late-convention-keep-biden-ballots-hasnt-mattered-rcna147213
What a Saturday on the Gateway Plaza! The Guards continue their winning ways and the Cavs take a 1-0 lead in their playoff series against the Magic ... Show more www.cleveland.com
Company believes it found sunken barge in Ohio River near Pittsburgh, one of 26 that got loose
apnews.com/article/barges-break-loose-ohio-river-pittsburgh-48ce86b36212bba72bda15376f728441
Why comedian Kathy Griffin is a Xavier fan, expects 'no BS' at Cincinnati show: Kathy Griffin is bringing her stand-up show to Cincinnati next month ...
cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/2024/04/24/kathy-griffin-my-life-on-ptsd-list-cincinnati-taft-theatre/73360734007/
J.D. Vance says Trump hasn’t mentioned possible VP role to him: Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) said former President Trump hasn’t mentioned being his running mate in ...
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Jon Husted is joined at Mike DeWine's hip, but will he win governorship over Dave Yost?
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Ohio sets the trend in screening newborns for rare disease. What to know about DMD
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Ohio State president 'will not compromise' on safety as campuses face Gaza war protests
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Medical marijuana and recreational cannabis legal in these states on 4/20: Recreational pot is legal for nearly half of the nation.
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Quick Glance: Experts Caution Against Risks of Marijuana Consumption
- The 420 day, also known as 'Weed Day,' is celebrated, but experts warn about the health implications of marijuana consumption.
- While 24 US states have legalized marijuana for recreational use, research raises concerns about the potential harm cannabis can do to the body.
- Studies suggest that marijuana smoke poses health risks, including an increased risk of stroke and heart attack, as well as links to heart issues.
- Despite some medicinal benefits of marijuana, such as reducing seizures in epilepsy, there are warnings about the risks of excessive consumption, especially among adolescents and pregnant women.
Patrol withholding public records from Dispatch, family in prison officer's fatal shooting
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What happens next as President Joe Biden hits hurdle to make the Ohio ballot: Secretary of State Frank LaRose's office told Ohio Democrats that President Joe ...
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/09/democrats-exploring-options-for-joe-biden-to-make-ohio-ballot/73261160007/
GOP-led states say they could exclude Biden from 2024 ballots: Alabama and Ohio officials say they may not allow Biden on the 2024 ballot if the Democratic Party ...
businessinsider.com/gop-led-states-exclude-biden-2024-ballots-deadline-convention-nomination-2024-4
Fracking of state parks shows how much Ohio devalues Earth: Opinion: Ohio needs leadership committed to reversing policies that hurt Mother Earth.
dispatch.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2024/04/22/fracking-ohio-life-aninals-parks/73388878007/
Drivers try to corral scared dog running down busy highway, Ohio video shows. See it
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Caitlin Clark followed by intrigue at star-driven WNBA Draft: Two decades have passed since a pro basketball draft attracted so much in the way of hoopla ...
reuters.com/sports/caitlin-clark-followed-by-intrigue-star-driven-wnba-draft-2024-04-14/
Astronauts arrive to KSC as 1st crew for Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft: Veteran NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams arrived to Kennedy Space Center ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/25/astronauts-arrive-to-ksc-as-1st-crew-for-boeings-starliner-spacecraft/
Tee Higgins landing spots: Star receiver reaffirms desire to be traded ahead of NFL Draft, per report
cbssports.com/nfl/news/tee-higgins-landing-spots-star-receiver-reaffirms-desire-to-be-traded-ahead-of-nfl-draft-per-report/
Former Ohio State defensive back charged with armed bank robbery: Marcus Williamson, 25, a former Ohio State football defensive back, is charged with aggravated ...
dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2024/04/25/marcus-williamson-ohio-state-football-armed-bank-robbery/73457493007/
U.S. Supreme Court will decide if states can ban ER abortions. What does it mean for Ohio?
cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/23/what-does-u-s-supreme-court-clash-over-emtala-mean-for-ohio/73410889007/
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
Ohio steps closer to requiring public schools to limit cellphone use: The Ohio Senate voted on Wednesday to require public schools to limit cellphone use ...
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Bill Moher moves Republican quest for Congress from 7th district to 4th: Bill Moher ended one congressional campaign last month in Northern Virginia and ...
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Ohio lawmakers eliminate 'archaic' marital rape loophole after years-long fight: House Bill 161 eliminates a law that protects spouses in certain cases from ...
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/24/lawmakers-pass-ohio-marital-rape-bill-to-eliminate-loophole/73424772007/
Family of Donovan Lewis files lawsuit accusing Columbus police of systemic racism
dispatch.com/story/news/courts/2024/04/18/lawsuit-columbus-polices-systemic-racism-led-donovan-lewis-death-ricky-anderson-ohio-police-shooting/73354025007/
Maps show Shayla Favor won working-class neighborhoods in county prosecutor primary
dispatch.com/story/news/local/2024/04/23/working-class-neighborhoods-propels-shayla-favor-prosecutor-victory-democratic-primary/73386798007/
3 Octapharma Plasma centers in Columbus among those across U.S. closed by 'network issues'
dispatch.com/story/news/local/2024/04/19/network-issues-close-octapharma-plasma-centers-in-columbus-and-across-united-states/73377703007/
Bill to force Ohio hospitals to detail cost of services gets major changes in Senate
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/22/ohio-senate-changes-to-hospital-price-bill-shock-sponsor-advocates/73368551007/
Washington becomes latest state that could leave Biden off their November ballot: Democrats have pitched provisional ballot access in WA, OH and AL
abcnews.go.com/Politics/washington-latest-state-leave-biden-off-november-ballot/story
Eviction filings at 20-year high in Columbus, Franklin County and set to worsen. See why
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Will Biden be on the Ohio ballot? Election official still concerned about deadline issue
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Ohio congressional district in play as Democrats fight to win back blue-collar voters
dispatch.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/15/bidens-battle-for-blue-collar-voters-these-districts-may-hold-clues/73327712007/
Conservatives warm to proposed changes in FISA reauthorization bill: Conservative holdouts on Thursday appear to be warming to modifications proposed to the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/11/politics/house-republicans-fisa-modifications/
U.S. News & World Report ranks the best Cincinnati public high schools: Cincinnati boasts the best high school in Ohio, according to U.S. News and World Report's ...
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Cops in cuffs: Here are central Ohio law enforcement officers charged with crimes in 2024
dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2024/04/22/central-ohio-police-officers-arrested-2024-heres-who-joel-mefford-nicholas-duty-jason-meade/73410024007/
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