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Survey ranks the 'rudest kids' by state. Here's where Florida lands

Survey ranks the 'rudest kids' by state. Here's where Florida lands

A new study ranked states to determine where children are most likely to have behavioral problems or experience bullying. See where Florida ranks.
Asheville Citizen-Times Asheville Citizen-Times
Cases of cyclospora rise in NC as 2 related deaths reported in Michigan

Cases of cyclospora rise in NC as 2 related deaths reported in Michigan

North Carolina continues to see new cases of cyclospriasis as cyclospora outbreak persists and 2 deaths are linked to it in Michigan.
Westchester County Journal News Westchester County Journal News
New York ranks worst for health care affordability in new study

New York ranks worst for health care affordability in new study

New York ranked last among all 50 states and Washington, D.C., for health care affordability in new study.
USA Today USA Today
Cyclospora cases top 10,000, reach 47 states, CDC says in update

Cyclospora cases top 10,000, reach 47 states, CDC says in update

There have been 10,468 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, the explosive diarrhea illness, since May 1, the CDC said Aug. 4.
The Columbus Dispatch The Columbus Dispatch
Eat your veggies even amid cyclospora outbreak, health officials urge

Eat your veggies even amid cyclospora outbreak, health officials urge

The Ohio Department of Health reported over 4,000 cases of the gut-churning illness on July 31.
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Ohio Rep. Marcy Kaptur Hospitalized After Hit-and-Run on Way to Church

Ohio Rep. Marcy Kaptur Hospitalized After Hit-and-Run on Way to Church

Ohio Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur was hospitalized following a hit-and-run accident on her way to a church service in Toledo. The incident occurred on August 2, 2026, when the vehicle she was in was struck by another car, whose driver fled the scene. Kaptur and her driver, Kegan Zimmerman, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The Toledo Police Department is investigating the incident and has made significant progress in identifying the driver responsible. Kaptur expressed gratitude for the support from her constituents and first responders.
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CDC Reports Surge in Measles Cases Amid Vaccine Hesitancy and Misinformation

CDC Reports Surge in Measles Cases Amid Vaccine Hesitancy and Misinformation

The United States is experiencing a significant surge in measles cases, with over 2,371 reported nationwide, marking the highest number since 1991. This increase is largely attributed to vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, as noted by federal health officials. Active outbreaks are ongoing in states such as Ohio, Utah, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, with the latter experiencing its highest weekly case count in a decade. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights that the measles virus is highly contagious, capable of living in the air for up to two hours after an infected person coughs or sneezes. Despite the availability of the MMR vaccine, which is 97% effective, vaccination rates among kindergarteners remain below the necessary threshold to prevent outbreaks. Health experts express concern that the start of the school year could exacerbate the situation.
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Green Thumb Industries Reports Growth Amidst Market Challenges in Q2 2026

Green Thumb Industries Reports Growth Amidst Market Challenges in Q2 2026

Green Thumb Industries Reports Growth Amidst Market Challenges in Q2 2026
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Louwana Kay Perry's Passing Leaves a Legacy of Family and Community

Louwana Kay Perry's Passing Leaves a Legacy of Family and Community

Louwana Kay Perry, a 70-year-old resident of French Creek, West Virginia, passed away on August 2, 2026, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Born in Akron, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Verla Stidd Poling. Perry was a homemaker who cherished her time with family, particularly her grandchildren. She is survived by her four sons, Allan, Jason, Raymond, and Tyler Pennington, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her husband, Jimmy Ralph Perry, preceded her in death in 2017. Known for her love of fishing and crafting, Perry's life was centered around her family and community. In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated, and arrangements are being handled by Poling-St. Clair Funeral Home.
Springfield News-Leader Springfield News-Leader
Is Missouri a good state to live? Here's what U.S. News ranking says

Is Missouri a good state to live? Here's what U.S. News ranking says

U.S. News & World Report ranked all 50 states across eight categories to determine the best places to live. Here's how Missouri landed.
Cincinnati Enquirer Cincinnati Enquirer
Powerball numbers for Aug. 1 drawing. Did anyone win the $312M jackpot?

Powerball numbers for Aug. 1 drawing. Did anyone win the $312M jackpot?

Did anyone win Saturday night's drawing for the $719 million Powerball jackpot? What we know.
The Columbus Dispatch The Columbus Dispatch
ODOT video shows scary crash on 670 as drivers use closed lane

ODOT video shows scary crash on 670 as drivers use closed lane

A driver crashed into a stopped vehicle while using a closed lane on I-670 eastbound on the morning of Aug. 3.