GOP Strike Tax Cut Deal Aims 21 Percent Corporate Rate
GOP leaders reach an in principle accord to cut the corporate tax rate to 21 percent starting 2018 and reduce the top individual rate from 39.6 to about 37 percent. The plan faces House and Senate votes next week and would largely affect corporations and high earners while expanding state and local tax deductions up to 10 000 dollars.
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No injuries in Camden house fire
A fire on Route 303 in Camden Township destroyed a home owned by Krystal Underwood’s mother. Fire crews from Camden and Oberlin fought near whiteout conditions as a snowstorm raged. a pet turtle was rescued and Red Cross aid was requested.
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Audit highlights Lorain financial stress in 2016
Lorain faced high risk in 10 of 17 indicators in a state auditor report on fiscal year 2016. The document shows red flags across the city’s finances, though Mayor Chase Ritenauer says the city has moved past worst-possible conditions and remains in a tenuous recovery.
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County reports small surplus and carryover for next year
Elyria Lorain County will carry over about 6.8 million into 2018 helped by a 0.25 percent sales tax rise. County Administrator Jim Cordes warns commissioners that several county government areas still need attention while the 2018 general fund budget is approved. Commissioner Ted Kale notes the tax increase stabilized the justice system including the sheriff coroner and prosecutor offices. The tax boost raised the rate from 6.5 to 6.75 percent in April and is projected to generate nearly 10 million annually.
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Kaptur comments on attire prompt backlash and critique
U S Representative Marcy Kaptur of Toledo drew criticism after saying a colleague’s clothing was inviting and that deep cleavage was an invitation. Critics say the remark shifts blame for sexual harassment to victims and highlights a tense debate on dress and accountability.
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2017 Not Forgotten Box Drive Underway at Chronicle-Telegram
Donations accepted 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday at The Chronicle Telegram Elyria 225 East Ave parking lot and lobby off Third Street. Drive ends Friday with collection at the newspaper office.
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Lorain County Sues Opioid Makers Over Costs and Harm
Lorain County files a 258 page suit in Lorain County Common Pleas Court alleging violations of law and racketeering by 25 opioid manufacturers and distributors led by Purdue Pharma. The county seeks accountability for costs from addiction, overdoses, and deaths, citing misleading marketing and hidden risks.
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