EPA targets Lake Erie algae pollution plan outlined
The EPA Region 5 plan seeks a 40 percent phosphorus reduction in Lake Erie by 2025, mainly through voluntary measures and state programs. It emphasizes better sewage and stormwater treatment and farm practices to cut runoff, with specifics like wetlands, cover crops, and buffers, while noting possible tougher rules may come later. U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur warned actions could be undermined without federal support.
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Kasich Speech Hints at Future While Reflecting on Courage
Gov. John Kasich gave a reflective State of the State address in Columbus showing both a possible end to his elected career and hints he could pursue higher office. He cited reformers like Wilberforce and Bonhoeffer and praised whistleblowers as he praised courage and public service.
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First Church in Oberlin weighs sanctuary status
The First Church in Oberlin hosts four sessions this month to discuss becoming a sanctuary church amid ICE activity. Church leaders John Gates and Anne Elder guide the talks, inviting community input as voting on April 22 by official members only.
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Ohio killer case under renewed scrutiny after forensic review
A Colorado forensic report says Debra Ogle died hours before discovery in 1986 Toledo, challenging prosecutors' theory in the case against death row inmate William Montgomery whose April execution was set. Ohioans To Stop Executions leader questions conviction while Lucas County prosecutors assert Montgomery as the killer.
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