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Pulling back the curtains on wage-theft enforcement in MN; Trump's latest attack is on RFK, Jr; NM LGBTQ+ equality group endorses 2024 'Rock Star' candidates; Michigan's youth justice reforms: Expanded diversion, no fees.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says rebuilding Baltimore's Key Bridge will be challenging and expensive. An Alabama Democrat flips a state legislature seat and former Connecticut senator Joe Lieberman dies at 82.

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Historic wildfires could create housing and health issues for rural Texans, a Kentucky program helps prison parolees start a new life, and descendants of Nicodemus, Kansas celebrate the Black settlers who journeyed across the 1870s plains seeking self-governance.

OH: Peace/Non-Violence

According to a November Gallup poll, from 2001 through 2019, at least 42% of Americans reported that their mental health was
Ohio Faith Leader: Rely On Community in Uncertain New Year

The new year is just around the corner, and one Ohio faith leader is asking folks to find comfort in community during uncertain times. With the …

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A survey of Americans reveals most are committed to a peaceful election. (AdobeStock)
Research: Americans Believe in Our Democracy

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- While Americans have many concerns this Election Day, researchers say most believe our elections are safe, secure and legitimate…

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Activists say Ohioans can celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. by acting to end social inequality. (U.S. National Archives and Records)
Ohioans Called to Act on MLK Day and Beyond

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- This year marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Martin Luther King Jr., and his life and legacy will be honored today all …

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President Donald Trump's call to increase military spending by $54 billion likely means cuts will be made to some politically-sensitive programs. (Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff)
Trump's Military Spending Boost Would Come at a Cost

COLUMBUS, Ohio – President Donald Trump's call to increase military spending by $54 billion likely means cuts will be made to some politically-…

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Cleveland will be home to a convention
Elevating Seldom-Heard Voices at the RNC

CLEVELAND – While party leaders and delegates make final preparations for the Republican National Convention next week, a convention for the …

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It’s Happiness Happens Month, and while experts say there are a lot of unpleasantries in the world, there are plenty of joyful things. Credit: Taliesin/Morguefile
Finding Happiness: An August Challenge

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Looking at the brighter side is not always easy when things get you down, but during August Ohioans and others around the …

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GRAPHIC: Ohioans are encouraged to wear orange today to support the first-ever National Gun Violence Awareness Day. The observance is intended to honor those whose lives have been ended by gun violence. Graphic courtesy Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence.
Orange as a Symbol of Human Life in Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Tuesday marks the first-ever National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and Ohioans are encouraged to wear orange to honor those killed …

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PHOTO: A rally will be held tonight in Cincinnati as activists seek answers in the death of Freddie Gray in Baltimore. The American Friends Service Committee has been on the ground in Baltimore and is calling for police to scale back their presence in promote safety. Photo credit: Scottlum/flickr.com
Ohioans Seek Answers in Freddie Gray Death, Unrest in Baltimore

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Tensions still are running high in Baltimore because of the Freddie Gray death, and activists in Ohio and around the nation …

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PHOTO: As the flood of children attempting to cross into the United States from Central America continues, a woman in Iowa offers her story in the hope of increasing understanding about the situation. Photo courtesy of Toksave/Wikimedia Commons.
Debunking Myths on the Flood of Central American Children

DAYTON, Ohio – The large migration of Central American children has made headlines, sparked debate and ignited a political firestorm in recent …

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GRAPHIC: As they put their tax returns in the mail today, some Ohioans will join others across the world for a Global Day of Action on Military Spending. Photo: National Priorities Project.
Ohio Tax Day Events Highlight Military Spending

COLUMBUS, Ohio - On this Tax Day, many people in Ohio and around the nation will reflect on how Uncle Sam is spending their hard-earned tax dollars…

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PHOTO: Ceremonies will be held Saturday at dozens of Ohio cemeteries to honor our nation’s veterans.
Wreaths Honor Ohio Veterans During the Holidays

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohioans are honoring those who serve America this holiday season, one wreath at a time. Veterans, military families…

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Navy's New Warship: Boon or Boondoggle?

WASHINGTON - The Senate Armed Services Committee takes up the new defense budget today, and an issue that's sure to come up is the Navy's newest …

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