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Meta, TikTok and YouTube are on trial over whether their apps hurt children
Shannon Bond
A trial kicking off in a Los Angeles courtroom marks the first time a jury will hear claims that social media companies knowingly hook young users and cause harm.
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NPR News
Trump to hold de facto midterm kickoff in Iowa focused on the economy, energy prices
Stephen Fowler
The Governor's Residence in Bexley east of downtown Columbus. It was acquired by the state in 1955, and has extensive security on the property.
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Government & Politics
DeWine backs bill to require state to provide security for Ohio governor candidates
Karen Kasler
Government & Politics
  1. GOP lawyer Chris Madel ends bid for Minnesota governor, calls ICE effort a 'disaster'
  2. Amid lawsuits and protests, Trump sends border czar to Minnesota
  3. Israel finds the last hostage body in Gaza, paving the way for next steps in Trump plan
Law & Justice
  1. Videos and eyewitnesses refute federal account of Minneapolis shooting
  2. Senate Democrats and Republicans call for investigation into killing of Alex Pretti
  3. 5 things to know about the latest Minneapolis shooting
Health
  1. GLP-1 drugs don't work for everyone. But personalized obesity care in the future might
  2. Cleveland Clinic CEO says demand is sufficient for new Level 1 trauma center, reports surplus
  3. How long do you need to spend in the gym to get strong? Less than you think
Education
New Philadelphia High School. The school district has an earned income tax on the ballot this May after four failed recent attempts to get new property taxes passed.
  1. With voters wary of property taxes, schools like New Philly, Parma try income taxes
  2. Ohio teachers' union head defends advice to members on actions if ICE shows up at schools
  3. Cleveland students walk out to protest ICE in solidarity with Minneapolis
Economy
  1. Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new trade deal with China
  2. Clorox acquires Akron-based GOJO for $2.25B, says Purell manufacturer will remain in Ohio
  3. Sherwin-Williams resumes retirement contributions, will compensate for pause
Environment & Energy
  1. Hundreds of thousands without power in the US after a powerful winter storm
  2. You may see and hear coyotes more this time of year. Why you should take care but not be afraid
  3. People are protesting AI data centers, and it's scrambling political lines
Science & Technology
  1. 40 years after Challenger: Lingering guilt and lessons learned
  2. Gladys West, mathematician whose work paved the way for GPS, dies at 95
  3. Cybercrime steals more from local governments than employee fraud, says Ohio auditor
Race, Gender & Identity
Dan Moulthrop (left) leads a forum with Aaron Baer, President of the Center for Christian Virtue, at The City Club of Cleveland on Jan. 16, 2026.
  1. Conservative Christian lobbyist met with protest during City Club of Cleveland forum
  2. Anti-discrimination, same-sex marriage amendments backers say some Ohio areas are surprising them
  3. This country taxes menstrual pads as luxury goods. She's aiming to end the tax
Arts & Culture
CMA Transformer Station
  1. Northeast Ohio artists: Cleveland Museum of Art seeks work for Transformer Station show
  2. Cleveland architect Jonathan Kurtz is rejuvenating Northeast Ohio’s arts infrastructure
  3. Lakewood photographer’s love of Route 66 coming to U.S. postage stamps
Community
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  1. Cleveland hospitals partner to increase lead testing for children under 2
  2. Northeast Ohio counties escalate snow emergencies due to winter storm
  3. New seasonal shelter comes at right time as extreme cold hits Cleveland
Sports
  1. Super Bowl 60 is set and it's a rematch from 11 years ago: Patriots vs. Seahawks
  2. Cleveland Heights' Laila Edwards prepares to make Olympic debut as USA Hockey’s first Black female
  3. Consistent winners Tomlin, McDermott jobless in NFL while Browns fail to be 'watchable'
Reporters Notebook
Education reporter Conor Morris and his cat Bobby.
  1. Fostering furry friendship, and saving lives, as 'kitten season' approaches
  2. The generations of volunteer firefighters who keep our communities safe
  3. Ohio's volunteer firefighters need help. Here's why we're sounding the alarm