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New polling shows many voters are concerned about the midterms. But prior elections show no clear link between voter concerns and fewer voters actually casting ballots.
Local
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WCBE Presents Aubory Bugg Live From Studio A Wed. Sept. 9, 2026 @ 2PM! -
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Eva Pyle joins the show to perform a couple of songs, including one from an upcoming album. -
WCBE Presents Drivin' N' Cryin' Live From Studio A Thurs. Sept. 3, 2014 @ 3PM! -
Hawa joins the show to chat about her love of music and the second edition of She Shreds, which features female-fronted bands September 12 at Rambling House. Joining Hawa this year are Elia Giuliani, Lizzie Is Trying, and Made Of The Mist.
National
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Several Republicans in competitive races broke with President Trump on key agenda issues this week as voters continue to express concern about the economy and the war with Iran.
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A new study from the Lancet out this week finds that non-communicable diseases accounted for nearly 5 million deaths across Africa in 2023, representing 45% of all deaths in Africa.
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On his new album, Leon Bridges teams up with members of the band Jungle, frees himself of genre constraints and creates music that cultivates joy.
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As China's president visits the White House, the Asia Society is visiting South Dakota to get grassroots views on agriculture trade issues.
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Willem Dafoe's desire to challenge himself has made the 71-year-old very productive. He's in five films being released in the second half of this year. That includes his most recent film, Late Fame.
Health, Science, Technology, Environment
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The company Grail says its Galleri blood test can detect up to 50 forms of cancer. An independent panel of experts weighed the evidence and decided to cautiously recommend it for FDA approval.
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Arts & Life
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In Liberia, joint financial planning boosted cash aid's benefits. It also had an unexpected consequence for some families.
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The WCBE Podcast Experience
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John Glenn International, Rickenbacker International, and Bolton Field are the region’s front doors — a first impression for visitors, a critical link for global businesses, and a major piece of the critical infrastructure needed to support Central Ohio’s next chapter of growth.
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