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May 22 2026WEATHER

Memorial Day weekend weather in Oregon: mixed bags ahead

Oregon’s Memorial Day weekend plans just got a little more complicated. Forecasters expect a sunny start, with warm temps in the upper 70s to low 80s on May 22-24 across parts of the state. But by the time the holiday hits, a shift is coming—cool rain will move in, ending the warmth. The Willamette

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May 22 2026EDUCATION

Funding for Future Scientists in Ohio

Ohio’s push to grow its technical workforce just got a boost in Painesville. A local college snagged $425, 000 to keep its science, tech, engineering, math, and medicine programs alive for students who need the cash. This is the fifth time the school has landed this state grant, meaning teachers and

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May 22 2026EDUCATION

Common Ohio spelling mistakes revealed for 2026

Ohioans often struggle with basic words despite tools like spellcheck. New data shows "because" as the most frequently misspelled word in the state. This suggests even simple terms trip people up when typing. Other commonly misspelled words include "color" and "character". The list also features "s

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May 16 2026OPINION

Youth Voices Unite: A Call to Action for Safety and Support

Staten Island faces a growing problem: more teens are getting involved in shootings, even though overall city violence is falling. This trend shows that young people are slipping into dangerous situations faster and with fewer safeguards than before. The Canvas Institute has seen the hidden struggl

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May 16 2026WEATHER

New York prepares for quick weather flip

Staten Island will see some rain today, but not much. After a cool mid-60s Friday—a bit too chilly for mid-May—a big warmup is coming. The city’s temperature will jump from the comfortable 70s on Saturday to the low 80s on Sunday. By early next week, it could even hit the 90s, which is way above wha

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May 14 2026WEATHER

Stormy Winds, Heavy Rains and a Heat Spike Hit Staten Island

Staten Island will see a mix of strong breezes and wet weather this week. In the afternoon, gusts may reach 40 miles per hour across much of the area. That same day, a slow‑moving cold front will bring widespread showers and possible thunderstorms from the evening into Friday. The heaviest

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May 12 2026HEALTH

Staten Island trains workers to spot suicide and overdose risks at the same time

Staten Island is tackling two big problems—overdose deaths and suicide—by teaching frontline workers how to handle both at once. Around 300 people have already gone through a six-part training that mixes mental health and drug-use screening. The idea is to catch warning signs early, whether someone

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Ohio’s Senate race heats up before November showdown

Ohio voters have just picked their candidates for one of this year’s biggest political battles, setting up a high-stakes Senate showdown in November. Democrats will back Sherrod Brown, a familiar name in Ohio politics who will now try to take on Republican Jon Husted for a Senate seat. Meanwhile, th

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Ohio’s Senate Race Could Flip the Balance in Washington

Ohio isn’t usually a battleground for Senate control, but this year’s race is turning heads. Former Senator Sherrod Brown, a Democrat known for his working-class appeal, is leading the primary to challenge Republican Senator Jon Husted. Husted took over the seat when JD Vance became vice president,

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Ohio’s GOP race heats up as fundraising takes center stage

Ohio’s upcoming Republican primary for governor is shaping up to be a quiet battle so far, with Vivek Ramaswamy leading in polls and fundraising despite limited signs of real competition. His campaign leans heavily on Trump’s backing and a strategy of attacking Democrat Amy Acton, the state’s ex-hea

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