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• New effort by Ohio AG to recruit foster parents

  21-12-2017 23:43
  The domino effect of the opiate crisis means more kids in foster care and a bigger need for foster parents.Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced that eight counties in the state have been chosen to participate in a family finding and foster family recruitment program. Fairfield County is one of them.The program will be administered by the Waiting Child Fund, a nonprofit with expertise in foster care which will match grant funds.In Fairfield County, two out of eight children in the system a
  
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• Papa John's founder out as CEO weeks after NFL comments

  21-12-2017 22:57
  
  NEW YORK — Papa John's founder John Schnatter will step down as CEO next month, about two months after he publicly criticized the NFL leadership over national anthem protests by football players — comments for which the company later apologized.Schnatter will be replaced as chief executive by Chief Operating Officer Steve Ritchie on Jan. 1, the company announced Thursday. Schnatter, who appears in the chain's commercials and on its pizza boxes, and is the company's biggest shareholde
  
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• Ohio woman charged in son's death after buried remains found

  21-12-2017 22:27
  
  CLEVELAND (AP) — A woman charged with murder in the death of her 5-year-old son told authorities where they could find his body buried in the backyard of a Cleveland home and four of her other children were found living there in squalid conditions, according to an arrest affidavit.Larissa Rodriguez was charged Thursday in Cleveland. Court records don't indicate whether she has an attorney and she is scheduled to appear in Cleveland Municipal Court on Friday.The Cuyahoga County Medical Exam
  
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• BGSU glass artist shifts perception

  21-12-2017 21:54
  Alli Hoag shows her newest glass works, including Clarity Series No. 1, in 'Alternative Beginnings' at River House Arts at downtown Toledo's Secor Building.
  
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• Ohio child advocates: Opioid crisis straining foster care

  21-12-2017 21:47
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio — The opioid crisis is overwhelming Ohio's foster care system as record numbers of children are removed from the homes of drug-addicted parents, the state's children service advocacy group said Thursday.More than 15,500 children are now in foster care, up from about 12,600 four years ago, according to the Public Children Services Association of Ohio.The state is on track to place more than 20,000 children in foster care by 2020, the trend driven by the worsening opioid epide
  
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• Rare white tiger diagnosed with cancer dies at Cincinnati Zoo

  21-12-2017 21:26
  
  CINCINNATI (AP) — Officials say a rare white tiger has died at the Cincinnati Zoo.Zoo officials said in a blog post on Thursday that the 21-year-old male tiger, named Akere, was recently diagnosed with non-treatable oral cancer. A zoo spokeswoman said the tiger was euthanized Wednesday.The zoo says Akere was in renal failure and had severe arthritis in his hips. Officials say a care team provided supportive care and medication to ease the tiger's pain, but it was clear that his quality of
  
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• 12th Annual Neighborhood Pride Talent Show

  21-12-2017 21:19 via youtube.com
  
  
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• UN assembly declares US action on Jerusalem 'null and void'

  21-12-2017 20:57
  
  UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. General Assembly voted 128-9 with 35 abstentions on Thursday in favor of a nonbinding resolution declaring President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital "null and void," a smaller margin than the Palestinians hoped for but also a rebuke to the Trump administration which is threatening to cut funding for those who voted "yes."The vote was a victory for the Palestinians though many of their supporters were predicting at least 150 "yes" votes
  
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• The Top 10 Columbus Breweries of 2017

  21-12-2017 20:41
  2017 was a big year for beer in Columbus. Some of our local breweries were busy launching new products while others expanded their production facilities, and the overall trend in the consumer preferences for microbrews shows little signs of slowing down. Columbus was even recognized nationally has having the 9th highest “microbrewery density” in the […]
  
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• The Top 20 Columbus Breweries of 2017

  21-12-2017 20:40
  2017 was a big year for beer in Columbus. Some of our local breweries were busy launching new products while others expanded their production facilities, and the overall trend in the consumer preferences for microbrews shows little sign of slowing down. Columbus was even recognized nationally has having the 9th highest “microbrewery density” in the […]
  
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• Report: Ohio casino official fired for harassment

  21-12-2017 20:04
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio — A state gaming agent's sexual harassment complaint against her supervisor led Ohio Casino Control Commission investigators to a larger pattern of intimidation and the man's firing, according to records obtained by and interviews conducted by The Associated Press.Columbus-based deputy enforcement director Mark Leatherman lost his job in May after an internal investigation, commission officials said. A termination letter cited "actions and lack of professionalism in and out
  
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• Mega Weekend – Christmas Parties, Kiss My Biscuits and more!

  21-12-2017 20:00
  It’s officially winter! We’ve announced the next Sweet Treats event – get a printable giftable ticket for a last minute gift! Enter to win tickets to: Psychic Warfare World Tour, Umphrey’s Mcgee, Rebelution. St. Vincent Fear the Future Tour, and McGuffey Lane & Friends. Shop our Holiday Shopping Guide, presented by Elm & Iron. Tickets are […]
  
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• Former Franklin County Sheriff Zach Scott announces congressional run

  21-12-2017 19:42
  
  DELAWARE, Ohio – Former Franklin County Sheriff Zach Scott announced Thursday that he is running for Congress.Scott plans to run in Ohio's 12th congressional district. Represenative Pat Tiberi, who announced his retirement in October, currently holds that seat. Tiberi plans to leave office before Jan. 31.Zach Scott issued the following statement Thursday on his congressional run:I’m proud of the service and peace of mind I have provided to victims and their families over the past thi
  
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• Hilliard swim center employee facing child porn charges over hidden camera

  21-12-2017 19:37
  HILLIARD, Ohio – A hidden camera at a local swim center has led to child pornography charges against an employee.Twenty-two-year-old Justin Budding, of Hilliard, is accused of hiding a camera in a changing room and recording an underage co-worker as she undressed.Police say it happened at Aquatic Adventures in Hilliard.Four days ago, Budding earned a bachelor's degree from the Ohio State University.Today, he's accused of secretly recording a teenage co-worker.According to court records obt
  
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• Hilliard aquatic center employee accused of recording teen lifeguard changing

  21-12-2017 19:37
  
  HILLIARD, Ohio – An employee at a swimming facility in Hilliard is accused of recording a teenage lifeguard while she was changing.According to documents filed in Franklin County Municipal Court, police say Justin Budding used a company GoPro to make the recording in the lifeguard changing room at Aquatic Adventures on Lyman Drive.A manager at the company informed the owner that he found the camera on Dec. 10 according to court records.A female employee reviewed the video and police were t
  
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• Mount Carmel Unveils Latest Plan for Franklinton Campus

  21-12-2017 19:15
  Mount Carmel Health Systems has unveiled the latest plan for its Franklinton campus. Although some changes have been made, the main outline of the plan remains the same as what was initially announced in 2015 and refined in 2016: In November of 2018 inpatient services will be moving out of the neighborhood and into a […]
  
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• The League Bowlers Some Balls Deluxe Release Party December 23 at Big Room Bar

  21-12-2017 19:00
  Some of the best music anywhere, as soon as it combusts, vanishes into a haze of evaporating whiskey and stories. Columbus has a slew of these. One of my favorite examples, The League Bowlers, are reissuing their one overlooked album Some Balls almost 15 years after its debut with five new tracks. I met with […]
  
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• Soaring overdose deaths cut US life expectancy for 2nd year

  21-12-2017 18:06
  
  NEW YORK — U.S. deaths from drug overdoses skyrocketed 21 percent last year, and for the second straight year dragged down how long Americans are expected to live.The government figures released Thursday put drug deaths at 63,600, up from about 52,000 in 2015. For the first time, the powerful painkiller fentanyl and its close opioid cousins played a bigger role in the deaths than any other legal or illegal drug, surpassing prescription pain pills and heroin."This is urgent and deadly," sai
  
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• All Aboard for the Holidays!

  21-12-2017 18:00
  The great Huntington Train Display at Main Columbus Metropolitan Library is simply spectacular. What’s your favorite holiday decoration? Share with us! The Columbus Foundation is working to capture The Spirit of Columbus through images that showcase the determination, dedication, and commitment of people in our smart + open community. Be sure to check out columbusfoundation.org and follow along on Facebook as […]
  
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• Ohio pastor under investigation for texts & calls with a minor kills himself

  21-12-2017 17:10
  An Ohio pastor who killed himself in Chicago on Dec. 20 was under investigation for "excessive and questionable text and telephone communications with a minor and potential misuse of church funds" while he was the pastor of St. Rose Parish in New Lexington according to the Catholic Diocese of Columbus.In a release, the Diocese said they are shocked and saddened to learn the death of Father James Csaszar who was the pastor of Church of the Resurrection in New Albany.The Diocese said Father Csasza
  
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• New Albany Catholic priest takes own life amid allegations

  21-12-2017 17:10
  Father James Csaszar, a priest serving at the Church of the Resurrection in New Albany, killed himself yesterday in Chicago, following allegations that he had questionable communications with a child. Csaszar was placed on administrative leave by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus on Nov. 7, after diocesan officials found out about his "excessive and questionable text and telephone communications with a minor and potential misuse of church funds while serving as pastor of St. Rose Parish, Ne
  
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• 29 die, 29 injured in South Korean building fire

  21-12-2017 15:20
  
  SEOUL, South Korea — A fire broke out Thursday at an eight-story building in the central South Korean city of Jecheon, killing 29 people and injuring 29 others, officials said.A Jecheon fire department official said the toll could rise as rescuers continue to search the building after putting out the fire. He spoke on condition of anonymity, citing office rules.He said many of the people who died had been using a public bath on the second and third floors, which made it harder for them to
  
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• Beware the 'Twelve Scams of Christmas'

  21-12-2017 15:13
  
  It is the prime time of the year for tricksters to try and steal your cash.The Better Business Bureau has laid out the 'Twelve Scams of Christmas' to help you avoid the tricks.1. Look-Alike Websites – Many consumers will see an increase in the number of email alerts announcing deals, gifts, and sales. While mailers can look legitimate, the links may lead to look-alike websites meant to trick you into entering private information or give scammers an opportunity to download malware onto your
  
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• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle engagement photos released

  21-12-2017 13:56
  
  LONDON — Britain's Kensington Palace has released two official photos of Prince Harry and his fiancee Meghan Markle to mark the couple's engagement.One of the photos is an intimate black-and-white portrait of the couple embracing, while the other is a more formal picture of the two sitting together holding hands. Both show off Markle's engagement ring.The photographs were taken by fashion and celebrity photographer Alexi Lubomirski earlier this week on the grounds of Frogmore House, a roya
  
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• Sheriff: NASCAR team owner fired at 3 would-be thieves

  21-12-2017 13:51
  
  LEXINGTON, N.C. — Authorities say a NASCAR team owner shot at three people who broke into his North Carolina home.News outlets report Davidson County Sheriff David Grice says no one was injured and nothing was taken from the house of Richard Childress on Sunday night.Childress is CEO and chairman of Richard Childress Racing and a former NASCAR driver.The sheriff's office says the three intruders had their faces covered and appeared to be armed. They broke a window next to a doorknob, activ
  
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• Mattis is 1st Pentagon chief to visit Guantanamo since 2002

  21-12-2017 13:37
  
  GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba — U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis visited the American Navy base at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to offer holiday greetings to troops Thursday. It was the first trip there by a Pentagon chief in almost 16 years.Mattis was meeting with troops, not touring the detention facilities or discussing detainee policy options. His stay comes amid uncertainty over the Trump administration's policy on continued use of the military prison.President Donald Trump hasn't released any Guant
  
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• Lawmakers hoping to approve a must-pass spending bill

  21-12-2017 13:32
  
  WASHINGTON — House Republicans early Thursday unveiled a new, stripped-down spending bill to prevent a government shutdown this weekend and allow quarreling lawmakers to punt most of their unfinished business into the new year.The bill would stave off a government shutdown through Jan. 19 and permit lawmakers to head home for the holidays. It would delay battles over the budget and immigration into January, denying Democrats wins that they had hoped to score this year.Failure to pass the m
  
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• Police: Man with gun robbed north Columbus pizza shop

  21-12-2017 13:09
  
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man they say robbed a north Columbus pizza shop at gunpoint.Columbus police said a man walked into Marco's Pizza in the 5100 block of North High Street around 8:15 p.m. on Wednesday.He immediately pulled out a black and silver semi-automatic handgun and demanded the money from the register and the safe, according to police.Police said he ran from the business and headed north.Anyone with information is asked to call police
  
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• Ohio mom who faked son's cancer sentenced to probation

  21-12-2017 12:56
  CINCINNATI (AP) - A woman who prosecutors say falsely claimed her young son had terminal cancer, pretended to be a doctor and fraudulently raised funds for him has been sentenced to probation.The Cincinnati Enquirer reports a Hamilton County judge told 40-year-old Monika Burgett that she needs "significant help" before sentencing her Wednesday to five years of probation. Burgett was convicted in August of misdemeanor child endangerment and telecommunications fraud.The judge ordered an extensive
  
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• Theodore Decker: Gunman's sentencing not closure for artist who paints with teeth

  21-12-2017 12:05
  Her hair is pulled back with a red bandana, and her gaze is directed up and to the left, as though curious about whatever was coming next. Alix Reese is 33 now.
  
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• Doppler 10: Patchy Drizzle & Fog Tonight, Warm but Wet Friday.

  21-12-2017 11:39
  This Evening: Variable clouds and mild.
  Tonight: Cloudy with patchy drizzle and fog overnight. Warming to near 50 by morning.
  Tomorrow: Drizzle & fog early then more showers by afternoon. 55 S 5-10 mph
  Saturday: More showers, temperatures stop to drop. Snow may mix in late. 44 N 5-10 mph
  Sunday: Overcast and much colder with a chance for a light snow shower or flurries.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information:The next low pressure system will mo
  
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• Doppler 10: Clouds to increase through the day Thursday; warmer temps Friday

  21-12-2017 11:39
  Today: Increasing clouds through the day, mild.High 47.Winds: ESE 5-10 mph.
  Tonight: Mostly cloudy to overcast with showers late, above average.High 43.Winds: SSE 5-10 mph.
  Tomorrow: A few showers early, mostly cloudy then more rain late – mild.High 55.Winds: SW 6-12 mph.
  Saturday:Steady rain early turns to a rain/snow mix later in the day.High 45.Winds: NW 5-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information: Today will be a pleasant day before
  
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• Doppler 10: Clouds to increase through the day Thursday; warmer temperatures Friday

  21-12-2017 11:39
  Today: Increasing clouds through the day, mild.High 47.Winds: ESE 5-10 mph.
  Tonight: Mostly cloudy to overcast with showers late, above average.High 43.Winds: SSE 5-10 mph.
  Tomorrow: A few showers early, mostly cloudy then more rain late – mild.High 55.Winds: SW 6-12 mph.
  Saturday:Steady rain early turns to a rain/snow mix later in the day.High 45.Winds: NW 5-10 mph.Weather Resources: Interactive Radar | Weather Warnings | Live RadarSpecial Information: Today will be a pleasant day before
  
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• Massive leak exposes data on 123 million U.S. households

  21-12-2017 10:17
  
  The door to your personal data got left wide open once again.Researchers revealed Tuesday that earlier this year they discovered a massive database -- containing information on more than 123 million American households -- that was sitting unsecured on the internet.The cloud-based data repository from marketing analytics company Alteryx exposed a wide range of personal details about virtually every American household, according to researchers at cybersecurity company UpGuard. The leak put consume
  
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• Driver slams into crowd in Australia; up to 19 hurt

  21-12-2017 07:51
  
  SYDNEY (AP) - Australian media say up to 19 people are hurt after a car drove into people on a sidewalk in central Melbourne.Police have arrested the driver of the white SUV, which crashed into a cable car stop, but were not able to immediately confirm the cause or whether it was terrorism-related.Media reports say up to 19 pedestrians have been treated for injuries, with 12 taken to hospitals, including a pre-school aged child in serious condition with head injuries.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com
  
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• Driver slams into crowd in Australia; 14 hurt

  21-12-2017 07:51
  
  SYDNEY (AP) - Australian media say 14 people are hurt after a driver rammed into people on a sidewalk in central Melbourne.The crash happened at a cable car stop.Police arrested two people, saying it was an intentional act.One of the people hurt in the crash is a pre-school aged child in serious condition with head injuries.Stay with 10TV and 10TV.com for the latest on this developing story.
  
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• Car rams into pedestrians in Melbourne; up to 19 injured

  21-12-2017 07:51
  
  SYDNEY — Two men were arrested in Australia after the SUV in which they were travelling rammed into pedestrians on a busy central Melbourne street Thursday, leaving 14 people injured in what police believe was a deliberate act.Victoria state police said the driver of the vehicle and a second man were in custody after the incident, which occurred on Flinders Street in the city's central business district just after 4:45 p.m. when the area was busy with Christmas shoppers.Commander Russell B
  
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• Car rams into pedestrians in Melbourne; 19 people hurt

  21-12-2017 07:51
  SYDNEY — Australian police said there is no evidence of a terrorist link to a car ramming attack Thursday in central Melbourne that left 19 people injured.Police said the driver was a 32-year-old Australian citizen of Afghan decent who has a known history of drug use and mental health issues. The man was known to police for historical minor assault and traffic offenses."We don't at this time have any evidence or any intelligence to indicate there's a connection with terrorism," said Victor
  
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• Coroner tracks even more overdose deaths for Columbus area

  21-12-2017 07:32
  The coroner serving the greater Columbus area says overdose deaths blamed largely on opioids topped the total for all of last year after only nine months. Franklin County Coroner Dr. Anahi Ortiz said Wednesday the county in central Ohio saw 383 overdose deaths through September.
  
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• Apple: Yes, we're slowing down older iPhones

  21-12-2017 05:30
  SAN FRANCISCO (CBS News) -- If you think your older iPhone seems to run slower, you're not crazy. Apple on Wednesday said a software feature released last year makes your phone operate more slowly to offset problems with its aging lithium ion battery.As batteries get older, they don't hold their charges as well as newer batteries, and can have worse problems when the charge is low or the temperature is cold.The aging battery means your phone could have trouble operating or might unexpectedly shu
  
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• Apple issues statement; admits to slowing down older iPhones

  21-12-2017 05:30
  SAN FRANCISCO (CBS News) -- If you think your older iPhone seems to run slower, you're not crazy. Apple on Wednesday said a software feature released last year makes your phone operate more slowly to offset problems with its aging lithium ion battery.As batteries get older, they don't hold their charges as well as newer batteries, and can have worse problems when the charge is low or the temperature is cold.The aging battery means your phone could have trouble operating or might unexpectedly shu
  
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• Apple admits to slowing older phones because of battery issues

  21-12-2017 05:30
  
  SAN FRANCISCO -- If you think your older iPhone seems to run slower, you're not crazy. Apple on Wednesday said a software feature released last year makes your phone operate more slowly to offset problems with its aging lithium ion battery.As batteries get older, they don't hold their charges as well as newer batteries, and can have worse problems when the charge is low or the temperature is cold.The aging battery means your phone could have trouble operating or might unexpectedly shut down, lik
  
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• Man dies after multiple shots fired on the South Side

  21-12-2017 05:15
  A man shot in a parking lot next to a pizza bar on the South Side Wednesday night has died, Columbus police said. The victim was struck by one or more of multiple shots reportedly fired about 8 p.m. Wednesday in a parking lot between Dawghouse Pizza & Bar and a one-story commercial block building on the 2000 block of Lockbourne Road.
  
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• Woman sues rapper Nelly claiming sexual assault, defamation

  21-12-2017 04:38
  
  SEATTLE — A woman has sued the rapper, Nelly, claiming he sexually assaulted her on his tour bus and later damaged her reputation by refuting her account.The Seattle Times reported Wednesday that Monique Greene's lawsuit against Nelly, whose real name is Cornell Haynes Jr., seeks unspecified damages.The rapper was arrested on his tour bus in a suburban Seattle Walmart parking lot in October. Prosecutors said last week they weren't charging him because the woman wasn't cooperating with the
  
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• 5-year-old Chicago boy shot in 2016 shoots himself in hand

  21-12-2017 04:25
  
  CHICAGO — A 5-year-old boy who was struck in the face last year by a stray bullet fired during a drive-by shooting accidentally shot himself in the hand this week with a gun his father had obtained illegally, Chicago police said Wednesday.Kavan Collins found the loaded, uncased gun under a mattress in an upstairs bedroom and shot himself Tuesday evening in the finger, police said.The boy's father, Kevin Collins, was arrested late Wednesday on several felony gun charges and six misdemeanor
  
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• Isaiah Thomas could be playing for Cavaliers next week

  21-12-2017 03:50
  
  INDEPENDENCE, Ohio — Isaiah Thomas played Santa Claus on Wednesday. Soon, he'll be playing point guard for the Cavaliers.Thomas said he could be on the floor in games as early as next week for Cleveland after being sidelined with a hip injury that knocked him out of last season's playoffs. Thomas has progressed to the point where he will be scrimmaging 5 on 5 in the next few days with the possibility of playing in games with the Cavs before the year ends."When that time comes to where I'll
  
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• Dog mauls woman to death at a Phoenix boarding facility

  21-12-2017 03:44
  
  PHOENIX — Authorities say a dog mauled a 69-year-old woman to death at a Phoenix boarding facility.Phoenix police say the victim was found Wednesday in a dog exercise area at Canine Country Club and Feline Inn with significant injuries consistent with dog bites.She was rushed to a hospital, where she died. Her name hasn't been released yet.The woman reportedly volunteered at a rescue group called Akita Advocates that rents space at the kennel.She was trying to socialize the animal to prepa
  
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• Police identify man killed in south Columbus shooting Wednesday night

  21-12-2017 02:54
  COLUMBUS, Ohio --One person was killed in a shooting in south Columbus on Wednesday, according to police.Columbus Police told 10TV they received a call of shots fired just before 8 p.m. at Dawghouse Bar, located in the 2000 block of Lockbourne Road.Responding officers found a man suffering from gunshot wounds a half block from the initial scene.Police say 41-year-old Gary Copling was taken to Grant Medical Center where he later died.The case remains under investigation. Police say there are no k
  
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• Major US companies say workers will see some of tax windfall

  21-12-2017 00:55
  
  WASHINGTON — AT&T, Comcast, Wells Fargo and Boeing — among other major companies — are trying to build goodwill in the wake of President Donald Trump's tax cuts by finding ways to pass along some of their likely savings to employees.But Democratic lawmakers and corporate watchdogs say the move is a public relations stunt that pales in comparison to the profits the companies' shareholders and executives will reap because of the lower tax rates. The stock market, as well, has
  
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• The Columbus Metropolitan Club, December 20, 2017

  21-12-2017 00:38 via youtube.com
  
  
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