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May 1, 2025

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Ohio legislative leaders shrug off warnings about Cleveland Browns’ stadium plan

Ohio Statehouse leaders don’t appear fazed by state analyses questioning the Browns' proposal for $600 million in state bonds to help build a new stadium in suburban Brook Park.

By Jeremy Pelzer, cleveland.com

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Science And Environment News

Dancing sea lion, disco beat challenge how scientists view music

Ronan, a 15-year-old California sea lion, has shaken up how science thinks of music with her ability to bob and move to the beat, particularly for disco songs like 'Boogie Wonderland.'

By Robert Higgs, cleveland.com

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Ex-NFL star sued, accused of affair with Ravens marching band member

Former Carolina Panthers and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. has been sued by a North Carolina man who accused the former NFL star of having an affair with his wife, according to reports.

By Zach Mentz, cleveland.com

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Akron

Akron doubles down on violence prevention, intervention efforts with summer approaching

Akron officials announced new and expanded initiatives to help curb violence in the city at a news conference on Thursday.

By Megan Becka, special to cleveland.com

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Sports 4 Cle

Talking Cavs vs. Pacers; What can Browns do to improve at WR? Thursday’s Sports 4 CLE

Watch Sports 4 CLE live at 4 p.m. as host Dave Bacon is joined by Chris Fedor, Tim Bielik and Damon Wolfe.

By Ashley Bastock, cleveland.com

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Ohio State

Proven vs. potential: Which position groups can routinely be trusted for Ohio State football?

As Ohio State football's roster is revamped following a national title, which position groups can be fully trusted?

By Buckeye Talk Podcast, cleveland.com

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Guardians

Veteran pitchers arrive from Columbus ahead of schedule, ready to help: Guardians takeaways

Two members of the Guardians' bullpen went to spring training on minor league contracts.

By Joe Noga, cleveland.com and Paul Hoynes, cleveland.com

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Burger giant reports store traffic falls unexpectedly as diners grow uneasy about economy

McDonald’s store traffic fell further than expected in the first quarter as economic uncertainty weighed on diners.

By Associated Press

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Entertainment

‘Golden Girls’ mystery author to speak, sign new book

Rachel Ekstrom Courage will discuss her book, “Murder by Cheesecake: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery,” at the Northwest Akron branch library on Saturday, May 3. A Friends of the Library book sale also is scheduled the same day.

By Marc Bona, cleveland.com

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Shopping

‘Sparks joy’: Limited-edition Hello Kitty x Crocs collection restocked; expected to sell out again

Get ready to unleash your inner child with these adorable, limited-edition Hello Kitty Crocs that are flying off the shelves.

By Ashley Palya, cleveland.com

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