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The EPA enforced a record low number of environmental laws and regulations during the first year of President Trump's second term in office.
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Keith Dimmy and Justin Valentine played in different eras, but they share a special bond. Both played football at The University of Minnesota, and both played football at Eastmoor. They share some of their stories with us in this episode of City League Sports. -
From grassroots wellness initiatives and cultural entrepreneurship to academic research and policy advocacy, our panelists for this CMC forum will share lived experiences and forward-looking strategies. We’ll examine what resources are still missing, what systems need to change, and what strengths offer hope for a more equitable future. -
There is a lightbulb in California that has been glowing since 1901, and it is still on today. In this episode of The Internet Says it's True, we explore the true story of the Centennial Light, how it survived a century of technological change, and why its endurance has less to do with lost engineering secrets and more to do with the tradeoffs we choose. -
In this episode of City League Sports, football legend Marvin Bohanan remembers his days coaching all the great players during his time at Independence and Eastmoor. -
Hear what 2026 might have in store for the Columbus region in this CMC forum featuring Dr. Bill LaFayette, Owner, Regionomics; Dr. Aravind Chandrasekaran, Dean, Fisher College of Business, The Ohio State University; Kathy Bostjancic, Chief Economist, Nationwide, with moderator Ben Lanka, Business Editor, The Columbus Dispatch.
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For many decades, Olympic Games included "demonstration sports." Some, like curling, became part of the permanent roster. But others, like skijoring, didn't stick around. -
A professional airplane enthusiast has been tracking the federally chartered deportation flights out of the Minneapolis airport as DHS sends immigration detainees to other states and, eventually, other countries. -
U.S. and Iran to hold talks about Iran's nuclear program, Congress continues debate on immigration enforcement changes as funding deadline looms, FBI examines ransom notes in search for Nancy Guthrie.
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Petra Rivera-Rideau wrote the book on Bad Bunny. NPR's A Martinez asks her what to expect from the Puerto Rican superstar at the Super Bowl this weekend.
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The Trump administration tried to end or privatize the government Energy Star efficiency program. But now Trump has signed a budget bill that fully funds the program and leaves it even stronger.
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Cutting back on ready-to-eat meals won't be easy, and whole milk may make a comeback. One thing that's certain: It'll be a while before the new guidelines trickle down to schools.
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With a panel of leaders, this CMC forum explores the origin, impact, and future of the Columbus Promise. The program’s key partners – the City of Columbus, Columbus City Schools, I Know I Can, and Columbus State – and an array of private backers – have all recently recommitted to launching a new phase of the program, with more than half of a new $25 million goal already raised.
Listen to Protecting What Matters on Saturdays at 8:30am on 90.5 WCBE, or online on WCBE's Podcast Experience
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