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Player of the Game: Southern’s Allyssa Shroades
Southern senior Allyssa Shroades was named Player of the Game for her efforts in the Indians' thrilling 47-45 win over Columbiana.
Kennedy Center head warns staff of cuts and ‘skeletal’ staffing during renovation closure
As the Trump administration prepares to close the Kennedy Center for a two-year renovation, the head of Washington's performing arts center has warned its staff about impending cuts that will leave “skeletal teams.”
Estée Lauder sues Walmart over alleged ‘despicable’ sale of counterfeit fragrances
Cosmetic company Estée Lauder has filed a lawsuit in federal court against Bentonville-based Walmart, accusing the retailer of selling counterfeits of its fragrances along with other brands.
Child marriage survivor pushes for new marriage age limit law
A new bipartisan bill in the Ohio Senate would prohibit marriage for anyone under the age of 18, with no exceptions.
Democratic senators decry indictment attempt, warning it ‘could break this institution’
Democrats took to the Senate floor Wednesday to deliver impassioned speeches denouncing the Justice Department’s attempt to indict a group of lawmakers who last year urged U.S. military members to resist “illegal orders,” framing the episode as a dire test for their chamber and the rule of law.
Nurses on strike in New York approve new contracts at 2 of 3 hospital systems
Nurses on strike at two major New York City hospital systems have approved new contracts, but ones striking at another system rejected the proposal, ensuring that the monthlong walkout will continue at some of the city’s major medical centers.
Member of Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission ousted in dispute over antisemitism
A member of the federal Religious Liberty Commission has been ousted after a hearing this week that featured tense exchanges on the definition of antisemitism. The ousted member, Carrie Prejean Boller, had defended prominent commentator Candace Owens, who routinely shares antisemitic conspiracy theories.
Lawyers of Chicago woman shot by federal agents say documents show how DHS lies about investigations
CHICAGO (AP) — Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino praised a federal agent who shot a Chicago woman during an immigration crackdown last year, according to evidence released Wednesday by attorneys who accused the Trump administration of mishandling the investigation and spreading lies about the shooting. Marimar Martinez, a teaching assistant and U.S. citizen, was shot
San Francisco parents scramble as teachers strike leaves 50,000 students out of school
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Connor Haught has been juggling virtual work meetings and arts and crafts projects for his two daughters as his family tries to navigate a teachers strike in San Francisco with no end in sight. Haught’s job in the construction industry allows him to work from home but, like many parents, he
Deaths in Iran’s crackdown on protests reach more than 7,000, activists say
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The death toll from a crackdown over Iran’s nationwide protests last month has reached at least 7,003 people killed with many more still feared dead, activists said Thursday. The continued rise in the tally of the dead from the demonstrations adds to the overall tensions facing Iran both inside