Snowden reveals readiness to meet Putin over asylum latitude
Former NSA analyst Edward Snowden steps from Moscow airport hiding to declare willingness to respect Putin's demand he stop leaking secrets if Russia grants shelter. He cites possible path to Latin America and broader asylum prospects.
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Springboro teachers and board near tentative agreement
The Springboro teachers union and school board reached a tentative agreement after three months of contentious contract talks. About 120 eighth grade students attended the High Tech Career Camp at Warren County Career Center to explore career fields and options during the annual event. Randy Terry and family developed Carriage Hill, a 400 acre luxury home community off Princeton Glendale Road showcased for Homearama. Voter advocates asked a federal judge to extend a court order preserving broad voter identification requirements in Ohio.
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Justice Dept tightens subpoena rules for reporters
The Justice Department revamps its policy to make subpoenas for journalists phone records stricter, aiming to curb overbroad data seizures and increase accountability in information requests. The move signals heightened scrutiny of press rights amid national security concerns.
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Salvation Army Norwood aids 1300 in heroin crisis
Amid rising heroin abuse in Butler County and longer treatment waits, The Salvation Army in Norwood offers shelter and recovery support for about 1,300 men across southwest Ohio over the next year. Major Nancy Beauchamp cites spiritual, financial, and emotional help as the program aims to break cycles of addiction in the region. The piece notes Butler County's surge in heroin arrests and limited residential options, with Sojourner Recovery Services in Hamilton as the only county facility often at capacity. The report references local residents and ongoing in-depth coverage in A4.
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Hamilton
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Zimmerman murder trial jury begins deliberations
The Zimmerman case moved to deliberations after closing arguments painted opposing portraits of George Zimmerman. Prosecutors described him as a killer while defense portrayed him as acting in self defense. The verdict could spark national reactions as leaders urged calm.
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Ohio districts win $60 million in state school funding
Two local districts Fairfield City Schools and Middletown City School District receive a combined $60.4 million in state funds for new and renovated facilities. OSFC announced $406 million for 19 districts statewide with bond-backed local shares to follow, including Middletown’s plan for a new middle school and high school renovations.
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Views of racism challenged in Florida trial noise
Local law expert Vernellia Randall says the Geo trial in Florida tests beliefs on racism as Chimurenga Waller leads demonstrators at Seminole County Court House rallying after the Trayvon Martin case. The trial remains ongoing as national attention grows ahead of verdicts.
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