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• UPDATE: Ill-fated Chinese space station will not fall to the earth this weekend

  30-03-2018 23:59
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  CLEVELAND– The ill-fated Chinese space station is no longer expected to fall to the earth this weekend.
  Research Astronomer Jay Reynolds told Fox 8 that it’s actually because of the sun.
  “Actually, it is our sun’s fault. Solar activity has been weaker than anticipated, so it has not disrupted our atmospheric layer, ” said Reynolds.
  Tiangong-1 was expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere between March 31 and April 1, according to estimates from the E
  
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• Ill-fated Chinese space station will pass over Northeast Ohio

  30-03-2018 23:59
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  CLEVELAND– The ill-fated Chinese space station will pass over Northeast Ohio this weekend.
  Tiangong-1 is expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere between March 31 and April 1, according to estimates from the European Space Agency.
  The 40-foot space lab will fly over our area about five times over 36 hours, Cleveland State research astronomer Jay Reynolds said. If it survives until Sunday morning, Ohioans may get to see it pass over directly.
  The space station’s path
  
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• Ill-fated Chinese space station will not fall to the earth this weekend

  30-03-2018 23:59
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  CLEVELAND– The ill-fated Chinese space station is no longer expected to fall to the earth this weekend.
  Cleveland State research astronomer Jay Jay Reynolds told Fox 8 it’s actually because of the sun.
  “Actually, it is our sun’s fault. Solar activity has been weaker than anticipated, so it has not disrupted our atmospheric layer,” Reynolds said.
  Tiangong-1 was expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere between March 31 and April 1, according to estima
  
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• Cleveland Catholic Diocese commemorates Good Friday with procession

  30-03-2018 22:55
  CLEVELAND-- On this Good Friday, hundreds of Christians took to the streets of Cleveland to symbolize their dedication to their faith, by honoring the death of Christ and joining a procession for the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland.
  "Today is a wonderful, holy, somber day for the church all over the world, Good Friday," said Bishop Nelson Perez of the Cleveland Diocese. "We commemorate the death of Christ, his final hours and his death on the cross."
  At St. Michael the Archangel Church, Bishop Ne
  
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• Is Cleveland in the path of Tiangong-1, the Chinese space station hurtling towards Earth?

  30-03-2018 22:53
  
  The answer is yes, but the falling Tiangong-1 shouldn't concern you. Here's why.
  
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• RTA consults with prosecutor's office as it investigates departed board chair (photos)

  30-03-2018 22:50
  RTA board member Georgine Welo, also South Euclid's mayor, said the boardhas consulted the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's office and is continuing to investigate George Dixon III, who resigned on request Thursday after 26 years on the board, 24 of them as chairman.
  
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• Parma woman charged for nearly hitting two narcotics detectives with car

  30-03-2018 22:38
  
  Chelsea Alexander, 25, of Pleasant Lake Boulevard, was charged with assault after she tried to run over two narcotics detectives March 23.
  
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• Cuyahoga County Jail officer demanded snacks for return of inmate's religious cap following Heartless Felons attack, records say

  30-03-2018 22:29
  
  Cuyahoga County Corrections Officer Aaron Hunter, 30, is criminally charged after he forced an inmate to give him snacks in exchange for getting back a religious hat the inmate had stolen by Heartless Felons gang members.
  
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• Akron-Summit County Public Library names Pamela Hickson-Stevenson executive director

  30-03-2018 22:09
  
  The Akron-Summit-County Public Library has named Pamela Hickson-Stevenson its new executive director. Serving as deputy director for the past 12 years, Hickson-Stevenson will take the reins from David Jennings, who retired after working in various capacities at the library for 35 years.
  
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• Cleveland man accused of killing man in dispute over pool game at West Side bar

  30-03-2018 21:58
  
  A Cleveland man is accused in the death of a 24-year-old at a West Side bar who, according to family members, put his hands up and begged for his life before he was shot.
  
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• Mayfield High School senior is organizer of event that provides haircuts for abused women

  30-03-2018 21:54
  
  Andrea Melaragno, a senior at Mayfield High School, began as a sophomore an event to help abused women. Melaragno formed Haircuts for Care, which has students from a local cosmetology school giving hair stylings to battered women. This year's event takes place in mid April.
  
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• Akron Civic Theatre working to raise $1.6 million for Grand Lobby renovation

  30-03-2018 21:48
  
  The Akron Civic Theatre is working to raise the $1.6 million needed to renovate the Grand Lobbyand its entry arcade. The money will come from multiple sources, including proceeds from the annual gala, "Spirits of the Civic Gala 2018, Live from Akron, It's Saturday Night." Tickets are still available for the SNL-themed event, starting at 6:30-11 p.m. Saturday April 7.
  
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• Despite an improving economy, Americans are glum

  30-03-2018 21:47
  
  The U.S. economy looks pretty good by most measures: Jobs are plentiful, growth is picking up, prices aren't rising too quickly, and unemployment is on track this year to hit the lowest level since 1969. But Americans aren't happy. In...
  
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• Appeals Court rules East Cleveland mayor violated charter in appointing councilmen

  30-03-2018 21:06
  
  East Cleveland city councilman Christopher Pitts was illegally appointed to his seat in the wake of the 2016 recall election and must immediately step down, an appeals court has ruled.
  
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• First look at Cleveland Indians home-opener weather

  30-03-2018 20:57
  
  Meteorologist Kelly Reardon discusses what the current forecast shows for the Cleveland Indians home opener. Can Tribe fans wear their favorite jersey, or will they have to break out the parka?
  
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• Homeless advocate needs help tackling disturbing trends: Mark Naymik

  30-03-2018 20:49
  
  CLEVELAND, Ohio - The Metanoia Project, which tries to connect with homeless people who shun shelters, wraps up its 10th anniversary in April. The organization has been too busy to celebrate. It's experiencing a terrible increase in the number of...
  
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• Woman pleads guilty in Coventry Township crash that killed two 14-year-old girls

  30-03-2018 20:45
  
  Natasha Boggs, 25, pleaded guilty to two counts of involuntary manslaughter, one count of vehicular assault and one count of attempted tampering with evidence in the May 28, 2017 crash.
  
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• Two men charged with aggravated murder in Lorain burglary that left woman dead, man seriously hurt

  30-03-2018 20:16
  
  Lorenzo Garcia, 31, of Elyria and Antonio J. Martinez, 24, of Lorain are charged in the Tuesday incident at a home Amherst Avenue near West 36th Street, police said in a news release.
  
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• Teen duo charged as adults with attempted murder of Cleveland priest

  30-03-2018 20:11
  
  Amin Walker and Jaylen Miller, both 16, are charged with attempted murder, felonious assault, aggravated robbery and other charges in the Dec. 12 attack on the pastor at St. Mary's of the Assumption.
  
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• Man accused of dragging Brooklyn police officer with car appears in court

  30-03-2018 20:06
  
  A Brooklyn police officer suffered a dislocated shoulder in the Thursday incident and was taken to MetroHealth for treatment, police said.
  
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• How to make Easter Brownie Bombs featuring Cadbury Creme Eggs and Peeps for over-the-top treat (video)

  30-03-2018 19:18
  
  We're calling these "Easter Brownie Bombs" and they contain not only the Peep, candy shell and frosting, but they are filled with gooey brownie and a whole Creme Egg.
  
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• $2.62 billion Ohio capital budget includes $58.4 million for Cuyahoga County projects. See the list.

  30-03-2018 18:57
  
  Gov. John Kasich on Friday signed a $2.62 billion capital budget bill that will fund improvements to roads, schools, universities and public buildings, as well as dozens of community projects.
  
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• Woman attacked by teens while calling 911 to report large fight at Akron park

  30-03-2018 18:56
  
  The teens attacked the 27-year-old woman as she took video of a fight Wednesday at Hardesty Park, police said in a news release.
  
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• 'Would I love to be the mayor of the city of Cincinnati? Yes. Are there other things I might be willing to consider? Sure': Ohio Matters Episode 11 - P.G. Sittenfeld

  30-03-2018 18:30
  
  PG Sittenfeld is a councilman from Cincinnati -- for now. The young Democrat made a splash in 2016 when he challenged former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland in the U.S. Senate primary. He lost, but made a lasting impression in political circles.
  
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• Quick warm-up, rain Saturday before sun moves in Easter Sunday: Northeast Ohio weekend weather forecast (video)

  30-03-2018 18:05
  
  Check out the weekend weather forecast for Northeast Ohio.
  
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• Watch live for a discussion about climate change at the City Club

  30-03-2018 17:36
  
  Michael E. Mann will discuss why caring about climate change is important even as the president takes steps to reverse climate change mitigation efforts. Watch live at the City Club at 12:30 p.m.
  
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• City Barbeque hiring as it gets set to open in Fairlawn

  30-03-2018 17:20
  
  Ohio-based City Barbeque is accepting applications as it gets set to open in Fairlawn.
  
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• Cleveland to pay $65,000 to robber shot, paralyzed by police officer

  30-03-2018 17:11
  
  The city of Cleveland will pay $65,000 to an unarmed robber paralyzed when a Cleveland police officer shot him in the back in 2014.
  
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• Family charged in nearly half-million dollar fraud on Solon construction company

  30-03-2018 17:03
  
  A married couple, their adult son and the wife's twin sister have been indicted on charges of defrauding a Solon construction company out of nearly $500,000.
  
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• Faith & You: Dealing with guilt, shame and regret -- Terry Pluto

  30-03-2018 17:00
  
  Most people at some point deal with unforgiveness -- we can't forgive ourselves or someone else.
  
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• Volunteers flood Cleveland's Open Table initiative, but there's room at the table for you: A Greater Cleveland

  30-03-2018 16:45
  
  Amber Donovan launched her budding non-profit Community of Hope to serve as the new home of the Cleveland Open Table initiative, aimed at helping young people climb out of poverty. But she could use your help.
  
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• Gervasi Vineyard names distillery, hotel

  30-03-2018 16:45
  
  Gervasi Vineyard has named its distillery and hotel, which are projected to be completed by the end of 2018 to early 2019.
  
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• Killer frogs and the crazy rise of animal rebellion eco-horror movies (photos)

  30-03-2018 16:14
  Movies for science skeptics, sci-fi fans and people who prefer animals to humans.
  
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• Talk it out: Do you worry about security when using your phone to bank?

  30-03-2018 15:57
  
  With mobile payment apps becoming common and banks allowing you to use your phone at ATMs, how do you feel about the security of using your phone to bank?
  
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• University of Akron to lift the curtain on new esports program at forum in April

  30-03-2018 15:45
  
  The purpose of the event is "to discuss how the esports varsity teams and club will function, and how the program will contribute to the greater Akron area through community involvement," a university spokesperson said in a release.
  
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• Mary J. Blige, Alabama Shakes' Howard among Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2018 presenters

  30-03-2018 15:34
  
  The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Friday announced that Mary J. Blige, Alabama Shakes' Brittany Howard, Andra Day, Ann Wilson, Brandon Flowers and Howard Stern would be the stars presenting the Class of 2018 for induction at ceremonies at Cleveland Public Hall on Saturday, April 14.
  
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• Royal Docks coming out with Three Three Zero beer for 330 area code

  30-03-2018 15:27
  
  Royal Docks Brewing Co. in Jackson Township is coming out with Three Three Zero, a beer tipping the cap to the 330 area code.
  
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• Drunk man crashes car into tree; shed damaged during break-in attempt: Brook Park Police Blotter

  30-03-2018 15:25
  
  Brook Park police arrested a man who crashed his car into a tree. Also, someone tried unsuccessfully to break into a shed outside Holland Garden Apartments.
  
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• Las Americas: Destination dining in the back of the store in Bedford Heights

  30-03-2018 15:00
  Las Americas offers extraordinary authentic destination dining in the back of a Latin grocery store in Bedford Heights. World-class tacos, behemoth burritos, lamb stew with Peruvian pesto pasta and sparkling fresh shrimp ceviche are just a few of the many-splendored dishes.
  
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• The Second Amendment in the dock: Editorial Board Roundtable

  30-03-2018 14:50
  
  Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens calls for repeal of the Second Amendment as a way to secure stronger gun control. The Editorial Board Roundtable debates Stevens' recommendation.
  
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• 44 Cleveland concerts to check out in April 2018: Dashboard Confessional, Trey Anastasio, Buddy Guy & more

  30-03-2018 14:31
  From small local album releases to big stadium shows, here are the Cleveland concerts worth checking out this month.
  
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• iOS 11.3 is here: Should you update your iPhone?

  30-03-2018 14:30
  
  It's time once again to find creative ways to free enough space on your iPhone just so you can install the latest update.
  
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• Opioids, infant mortality targets of MetroHealth's new community outreach efforts

  30-03-2018 14:00
  
  MetroHealth will focus on five key areas of need in the community in the coming years, including infant mortality and the opioid epidemic.
  
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• Lakefront home with great backyard in Avon Lake asks $1.875M: House of the Week

  30-03-2018 13:32
  
  Built in 1967 and recently renovated, the home has four bedrooms and three and a half baths in more than 5,300 square feet. The asking price is $1.875 million.
  
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• 'Paper Trails': Cleveland's Morgan Conservatory showcases the versatility of paper art (photos)

  30-03-2018 13:30
  The country's largest center dedicated to paper arts, hosts its sixth annual juried exhibit. The show features 52 artists pushing the boundaries of creativity in paper.
  
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• 'Beetlejuice' turns 30: Celebrate with Mahall's 20 Lanes Beetlebrunch event

  30-03-2018 13:30
  
  "Beetlejuice" turns 30 this weekend. Mahall's 20 Lanes is celebrating the movie with a new movie-themed brunch event.
  
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• Awesome 2018 walleye fishing, plus lakefront restaurants and what it's like aboard a Great Lakes cruise ship: RocktheLake wrap-up

  30-03-2018 13:30
  
  Here's what you missed recently on RocktheLake.com.
  
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• Senior bunnies find a loving sanctuary with Cleveland's Buckeye House Rabbit Society (photos)

  30-03-2018 13:00
  
  Senior bunnies require special attention, and Buckeye House Rabbit Society are giving Cleveland animals the care they need.
  
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• Cleveland Fish Fry Guide 2018: Check out these local fish frys for the end of Lent

  30-03-2018 12:35
  This updated fish fry guide tells you which nonprofit events are still on the schedule here in Northeast Ohio.
  
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• Trump or Pence pardons possible: Darcy cartoon

  30-03-2018 12:15
  
  Trump may not be in the position to pardon Manafort.Manafort may instead have to hope for a pardon from a President Pence.
  
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