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• How does Armond Budish's first year compare with Ed FitzGerald's?

  20-04-2016 23:53
  
  Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish is poised to give his second State of the County speech, laying out plans for year two. So how does his first year compare with first executive Ed FitzGerald's? Different men, different styles, different times and different experiences.
  
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• Ted Cruz sounds off: #Retweet

  20-04-2016 23:52
  
  Here are today's fun, topical or just plain weird political tweets curated by Mary Kilpatrick, filling in for cleveland.com's resident Twitter lurker Andrew J. Tobias.
  
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• Pilots talked about speed after opening wing flaps minutes before crash that killed nine in Akron

  20-04-2016 23:40
  
  The pilots in the plane crash that killed nine in Akron talked about their rapidly decreasing speed shortly after opening the plane's wing flaps to a degree normally used for landing.
  
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• Montgomery County sheriff's deputies search for persons of interest in shooting

  20-04-2016 23:36
  
  Arrest warrants have been issued for two Montgomery County men in connection with a Tuesday afternoon shooting, deputies said.
  
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• Sen. Rob Portman's energy measures take years to pass (and they weren't even controversial)

  20-04-2016 23:35
  
  It has taken years, and a piecemeal approach, to pass U.S. Sen. Rob Portman's energy efficiency measures. Whether the bill gets through the next step is still in question.
  
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• Judge orders Cuyahoga County to produce statements made by Tanisha Anderson's family during investigation

  20-04-2016 23:25
  
  A federal magistrate judge on Tuesday ordered Cuyahoga County to produce the statements family members of Tanisha Anderson made as part of a criminal investigation into the Cleveland resident's death.
  
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• I-Team: First look at bars asking to stay open late during RNC

  20-04-2016 23:24
  
  CLEVELAND, Ohio– The FOX 8 I TEAM is giving you the first glimpse of some of the local bars and restaurants asking to stay open to serve alcohol past normal closing time during the Republican National Convention. Cleveland has refused to provide a list of businesses applying. So we filed a records request in Independence. That city will likely be swarmed with visitors filling 15 hotels. In Independence, we found 8 restaurants/bars and 6 hotels looking for the special permission […]
  
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• Armond Budish to give State of the County address: What to watch for Thursday

  20-04-2016 23:22
  
  Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish is slated to give his second State of the County address at 12:30 p.m. at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.
  
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• Monsters set to face Rockford IceHogs at The-Q

  20-04-2016 23:20
  
  The Lake Erie Monsters will face-off against the IceHogs for game one Wednesday, but will be making their second-ever at home appearance in the American Hockey League's Calder Cup playoffs on Saturday, the Monsters stated.
  
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• Harriet Tubman to replace Andrew Jackson on $20 bill; women to be featured on the $10 bill

  20-04-2016 23:18
  
  U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew announced Wednesday that abolitionist Harriet Tubman will replace former President Andrew Jackson, a slave holder, on the face of a newly redesigned $20 bill as part of a plan to revamp the nation's currency.
  
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• 'Empire' Episode 14 preview: Lucious puts Hakeem in the hot seat

  20-04-2016 23:15
  
  It's been a long time coming, but tonight on 'Empire,' Anika makes a startling announcement to the Lyon family.
  
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• Listen to 911 calls from arson that killed two in Akron

  20-04-2016 23:09
  
  Several neighbors called 911 and described the fire that killed an Akron couple.
  
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• Cleveland police seek armed Family Dollar robber

  20-04-2016 23:06
  
  A dollar store on Cleveland's East Side was robbed at gunpoint April 13, police said.
  
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• Police seek suspect in Georgio's Pizza gun crime

  20-04-2016 22:55
  
  Cleveland police are asking the public's help in identifying a male suspect who allegedly pointed a gun at a Georgio's Pizza employee on April 15.
  
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• CLE Browns trade No. 2 overall pick to Eagles

  20-04-2016 22:43
  
  With the NFL Draft a week away, the Cleveland Browns have traded the #2 overall pick to the Philadelphia Eagles.
  
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• Does John Kasich's survival strategy now depend on support from the Never Trump movement?

  20-04-2016 22:34
  
  A first-ballot nomination for Donald Trump could be in the bag if Republican establishment leaders opposed to his presidential campaign don't step up soon, the chief strategist for Ohio Gov. John Kasich warned Wednesday.
  
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• Cleveland police continue search for dollar store robber

  20-04-2016 22:28
  
  Cleveland police detectives continue to look for the man responsible for a March 30 aggravated robbery at a West Side dollar store.
  
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• Butler County man guilty of shaking infant daughter to death

  20-04-2016 22:25
  
  A Butler County man was found guilty Wednesday of shaking his infant daughter to death.
  
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• Hershey's releases limited edition, birthday-themed candies at select Walmart stores

  20-04-2016 21:55
  
  In conjunction with Walmart, The Hershey Company has released a series of limited edition, birthday-themed packages for some of their most popular candies.
  
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• Showers expected Thursday and Friday: Cleveland Weather Forecast

  20-04-2016 21:50
  
  There is a chance of rain the next few days in Northeast Ohio, according to forecasters.
  
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• Ohio lawmakers consider bill to ease access to prescription drugs: Cleveland-area woman to testify Wednesday

  20-04-2016 21:47
  
  Ohio lawmakers weighing new rules to prevent insurers from unilaterally restricting patients' access to effective medications. A bill in the legislature's Medicaid Committee would place limits on a practice known as step therapy, in which insurers require patients to try cheaper alternatives before granting coverage for drugs recommended by their doctors.
  
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• 33 concerts to see this weekend in Greater Cleveland: The Temptations, Filter, The Darkness & more

  20-04-2016 21:35
  
  There are 33 concerts on the schedule Thursday through Sunday at major venues in Northeast Ohio. Search our Cleveland concert database to find details for each of these, and other upcoming shows.
  
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• 5 things the Ohio State Medical Association likes about the medical marijuana bill

  20-04-2016 21:35
  
  Ohio's largest physician-led organization opposes a new medical marijuana bill but likes some parts of the legislation.
  
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• Man charged in killing of Columbus homeless woman

  20-04-2016 21:32
  
  A 34-year-old old man has been charged with murder in connection with the Tuesday killing of a woman at a Columbus homeless camp, records show.
  
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• Gun-wielding woman scares off intruders, Eastlake police say

  20-04-2016 21:31
  
  Two Eastlake men and a teen are facing charges after an armed woman chased them out of a house they broke into, police said.
  
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• Donald Trump's big New York win reinvigorates his campaign: TL;DR (Too long; didn't read)

  20-04-2016 21:28
  
  So much great political analysis out there. It's deep, elegantly written, full of insights. If you only had all day to read it! So we'll break it down for you. Today's deconstructed analysis is based on a story from The New York Times.
  
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• 5 New Orleans police officers sentenced in Katrina bridge shooting

  20-04-2016 21:23
  
  Four officers who shot unarmed civilians were sentenced to 7 to 12 years in prison. A fifth officer who helped in a cover-up got 3 years. They will get credit for time served.
  
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• Good Dining Deals CLE: Cleveland Independents gift certificate sale starts today

  20-04-2016 21:20
  
  Pay $17.50 for a $25 gift certificate, or $35 for a $50 certificate through Cleveland Independents web site - meaning a 30 percent discount at some of Northeast Ohio's popular restaurants.
  
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• Dollar subs at Jimmy John's? I want to go to there

  20-04-2016 21:19
  
  Jimmy John's says the $1 deal is limited to one per customer, but if you want another one, just go through the line again. Hashtag lifehack!
  
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• Marimekko for Target : What designer do you want to see next?

  20-04-2016 21:15
  
  Marimekko for Target didn't cause the type of hysteria seen for previous Target designer collections, such as Missoni or Lilly Pulitzer. What collaboration would you like to see?
  
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• RNC deals: See how Cleveland is ready to impress

  20-04-2016 21:09
  
  CLEVELAND, Ohio — When thousands descend on Northeast Ohio this July for the Republican National Convention, there will be plenty of competition for their time and their money. FOX 8’s Lorrie Taylor shows you what some are doing to attract that RNC cash. **CLICK HERE for dozens of stories on the Republican National Convention** **CLICK HERE for a crash course on the candidates**
  
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• Cleveland drug dealer sentenced to 9 years for fatal fentanyl overdose

  20-04-2016 21:09
  
  A Cleveland drug dealer was sentenced to 9 years in prison Wednesday for selling Fentanyl that caused a fatal overdose last year.
  
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• Vermilion Township teen dies after he is electrocuted in family's garage

  20-04-2016 21:06
  
  A 15-year-old Vermilion High School student died Tuesday after he was electrocuted in his family's garage.
  
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• Oakwood Village abduction suspect charged in Erie, Pennsylvania home invasion and attack

  20-04-2016 20:49
  
  The man accused of kidnapping a woman from Oakwood Village is facing charges in connection with a violent home invasion in Erie, Pennsylvania, according to media reports.
  
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• 'Elvis & Nixon' have entered the building; follow them in for comedy (review)

  20-04-2016 20:47
  
  I'm pretty sure I will not see another movie in 2016 that makes me laugh as much as "Elvis & Nixon," an utterly charming comedy about a brief episode in the tenure of America's least charming president.
  
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• Cuyahoga County GOP moves office to the Halle Building

  20-04-2016 20:30
  
  Cuyahoga County GOP is moving its office to the Halle Building. The K&D Group, which bought the building in late 2014, is re-positioning the property as a mixed-use project, with apartments on top of offices and retail space.
  
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• Truck crashes into Bedford Hts liquor store

  20-04-2016 20:19
  
  A semi-truck driver crashed into a Bedford Heights liquor store after experiencing a medical emergency Tuesday evening. 
  
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• NTSB releases Akron plane crash report

  20-04-2016 20:14
  
  The National Transportation Safety Board released on Wednesday the public docket regarding the Akron plane crash that killed all nine people on board in November 2015.
  
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• Browns trade No. 2 overall pick to Eagles

  20-04-2016 20:13
  
  With the NFL Draft a week away, the Cleveland Browns have traded the #2 overall pick to the Philadelphia Eagles.
  
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• Protesters bring lead paint fight to Sherwin-Williams shareholder meeting (photos, video)

  20-04-2016 20:07
  
  Group pushes paint company on their use of lead in products overseas.
  
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• Hyde Park's stellar Happy Hour makes it fine Cavs pre-game stop (photos)

  20-04-2016 20:07
  
  Hyde Park could serve Cheetos flambe or Twinkies under glass and still qualify as a top-shelf Happy Hour.
  
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• WATCH: Video shows Titanic sinking in real time

  20-04-2016 20:02
  
  This chilling YouTube video shows the Titanic sinking in real time.
  
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• $5,000 reward for W. Erie Ave. fire information

  20-04-2016 19:42
  
  Up to $5,000 in reward money is being offered for information on the identity of the person responsible for the April 17 fire at 4876 West Erie Avenue, the Lorain Fire Department announced Wednesday.  
  
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• A 'Green Clean' is best for your dog: 5 ways to keep Fido's home healthy (Cutest Dogs contest)

  20-04-2016 19:33
  
  Like human children, fur babies are sensitive to harsh chemicals found in many commercial cleaning products. Tips for keeping your home clean for you and safe for your dog.
  
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• U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown calls plan to make Medicaid recipients pay 'politics at its worst'

  20-04-2016 19:30
  
  U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown on Wednesday sharply criticized a plan to require Medicaid recipients to help pay for their care, calling it a cynical political play that will throw people off their insurance and increase costs for all Ohioans.
  
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• Lakewood makes Thrillist's list of 35 coolest U.S. suburbs

  20-04-2016 19:28
  
  Lakewood made the list of Thrillist's Top 35 coolest suburbs located in larger metropolitan areas.
  
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• NTSB releases full report on Akron plane crash that killed nine

  20-04-2016 19:26
  
  The NTSB released its full report on the investigation into the plane crash that killed nine people in Akron.
  
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• Vermilion teen dies after electrical experiment

  20-04-2016 19:09
  
  Authorities say that a Vermilion teen was electrocuted to death while reportedly trying to perform an experiment he may have seen on YouTube.
  
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• Case of Cleveland man who set the city's deadliest house fire heads to appeals court

  20-04-2016 19:02
  
  A federal appeals court will hear arguments Wednesday afternoon over whether the convictions of Antun Lewis, the city of Cleveland's deadliest arsonist, should stand.
  
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• Sizing up William Howard Taft, and the entire Taft clan, at National Park Service site in Cincinnati (photos)

  20-04-2016 18:58
  
  This is not only the birthplace of William Howard Taft, the only man to serve as both president and chief justice of the Supreme Court. It's also the birthplace of one of the state's most enduring political dynasties.
  
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