WCBE Presents The Happy Fits Live From Studio A Tues. Dec. 2, 2025 @ 1PM!
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The Trump administration has fired, or tried to fire, many of the federal staff members who manage and enforce federal disability law in schools.
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In this CMC fourm, we stagedive into what it would take to build that missing music ecosystem. Join artists, industry insiders, and civic leaders as they explore how strategic investment, coordinated efforts, and community support could help Columbus hit the high notes and claim its place on the national stage as a true music city. -
This CMC forum explores what it means to lead with courage, build organizational independence, and maintain a steadfast commitment to dignity and equity — even in uncertain times. -
Whether you’re a business leader, policymaker, educator, or engaged citizen, this CMC forum will challenge you to consider how we protect and invest in local news as a civic lifeline for Central Ohio. -
WCBE Presents The Barefoot Movement Live From Studio A Wed. Nov. 12, 2025 @ 2PM!
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A new report says Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth risked a U.S. bombing mission in Yemen back in March when he shared extremely sensitive attack plans on Signal, a publicly available messaging app.
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The traditional press corps at the Defense Department has been replaced with an unusual assortment of far right media personalities and outlets. The Pentagon held it's first press briefing for them.
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NATO foreign ministers met in Brussels. With no evident progress toward ending Russia's war on Ukraine, European leaders in both NATO and the EU are redoubling efforts to provide military back-up.
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Homeland Security announced that federal agents began an operation in New Orleans targeting immigrants in the country illegally. It's the latest city to face a widespread immigration crackdown.
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Panahi's latest film, It Was Just an Accident, won three Gotham Awards on Monday. The filmmaker has been imprisoned in Iran before — but continues to make movies.
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Young adults who took just a one-week break from social media showed improvement in depression, anxiety and insomnia symptoms, a new study says. Plus, tips for how to take a break from your feed.
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Jeff de Boer has made an entire career out of crafting tiny plate armor. He's compelled by the idea of the underdog finding an edge; something so small being so well-protected.
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The WCBE Podcast Experience
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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.
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