Good morning, Ohio. Here's what you need to know today.
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Get ready for a hot afternoon! Much of Ohio will be under a Heat Advisory with temperatures forecast to soar into the lower to middle 90s by mid-afternoon. With the humidity, it will feel more like 100 degrees. Most of the state will remain dry, but there will be the chance for some pop-up storms by late in the afternoon.
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Around Ohio
1. Ohio voters react to inflation and economic issues during primary election
Inflation has affected the Ohio economy and consumer spending, and Ohioans hope to vote for the best candidates in the primary election to address the issue.
2. Akron groups working to put citizen review board for police before voters in November
The push to create an independent citizen review board in Akron to provide police oversight is being fueled by groups who want the issue taken straight to voters.
3. Cincinnati Public Schools finalizes new student bus plan for 2022-23
On Monday, the CPS Board of Education approved the transportation contract for the 2022-23 school year with the Southwest Ohio Regional Transportation Authority. SORTA operates Hamilton County’s bus system, Metro.
Around the Nation
1. Senate passes veteran burn pit legislation after GOP blockade, PACT Act goes to Biden's desk
2. Biden virtually joins Gov. Whitmer to celebrate passage of CHIPS Act
3. Stephen King testifies for government in books merger trial
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- Lancaster business honors legacy of pioneer Fran Taylor
Weather Facts
How warmer water can help cool you on a hot day
It might seem like common sense to reach for that bottle of ice cold water on a hot summer day, but believe it or not, drinking warmer water can actually be better for your body.
Ohio Fun Fact
In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Ohio's flag, the General Assembly adopted a pledge to the flag in 2002. The pledge states, “I salute the flag of the state of Ohio and pledge to the Buckeye State respect and loyalty.” According to the legislature, Ohio residents should recite the state pledge upon completing the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag.