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Trump Defends Roy Moore Amid Sexual Assault Allegations: ‘He Totally Denies It’
By: Jessica Taylor | NPR
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“I can tell you one thing for sure, we don’t need a liberal person in there, a Democrat,” the president told reporters shortly before departing for Florida for the Thanksgiving holiday.
FCC Unveils Plan To Repeal Net Neutrality Rules
By: Alina Selyukh | NPR
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The FCC will vote Dec. 14 on a plan to undo rules that prevent Internet providers from blocking or slowing websites and apps. The plan would require broadband providers to disclose their practices.
Judge Blocks Trump Administration From Punishing ‘Sanctuary Cities’
By: Camila Domonoske | NPR
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A judge in California has issued a permanent injunction against an executive order that promised to withhold federal funds from jurisdictions that didn’t cooperate with immigration authorities.
Big Money As Private Immigrant Jails Boom
By: John Burnett | NPR
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The Trump administration called for five new detention facilities to be built and operated by private prison corporations. Just one facility in Texas will cost taxpayers $44 million per year.
Coal Mine Supervisor Sentenced for Falsifying Safety Records
By: Associated Press
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GREENVILLE, Ky. (AP) – A supervisor at a Kentucky coal mine has been sentenced for violating the Mine Safety and Health Act. The Lexington Herald-Leader reports Daniel Couch Jr. was… Read More
How Ohio U Student Groups Are Confronting Bias
By: Abby Grisez
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A group of aspiring professionals at Ohio University held a workshop on Thursday to confront and discuss their implicit biases in school, the workplace, and everyday life. The Ohio U… Read More
WOUB-HD to Broadcast ‘David Gilmour: Live at Pompeii’ December 3 @ 3:30 pm
By: Emily Votaw
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In October of 1971 filmmaker Adrian Maben secured the Roman amphitheater for the six-day shoot of Pink Floyd’s groundbreaking concert film, Live at Pompeii. The undeniably impressive performance includes cuts… Read More
Officer Arrested, Charged with Assault in Kentucky
By: Associated Press
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) – Authorities say a police officer in Kentucky who’s accused of assaulting a man has been arrested. Louisville Metro police spokesman Dwight Mitchell told news outlets that… Read More
The OUtlet: Season 6, Episode 10
By: Abby Grisez
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This is the November 21st, 2017 broadcast of The OUtlet from WOUB News. On this week’s show, our reporters will tell you how the Marching 110 is preparing for their… Read More
Ex-Youth Pastor Pleads Guilty to Sexual Abuse Charges
By: Associated Press
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COVINGTON, Ky. (AP) – A former youth pastor and school volunteer has admitted to sexually abusing a young girl. The Kentucky Enquirer reports 56-year-old Joseph Niemeyer pleaded guilty Monday to… Read More
Statewide Billboard Campaign to Tackle Drug Abuse Problem
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – State officials say a new billboard campaign will be used to raise public awareness about drug abuse and the need for public participation in tackling the… Read More
Anti-Gay Marriage Group Knew of Lawmaker’s Secret Gay Life
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The nation’s leading anti-gay marriage organization was among the Christian conservative groups that knew a recently resigned Republican Ohio lawmaker had extramarital sexual contact with other… Read More
West Virginia Fish Hatcher Gets Federal Funds for Repairs
By: Associated Press
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – The White Sulphur Springs National Fish Hatchery set to receive $213,000 in federal funds to repair damage from last year’s flooding. West Virginia’s U.S. senators say… Read More
Episode 112 : Student/Teacher Communication Motives with Dr. Scott Myers
Students have a variety of motives for communicating with their instructors over the course of a semester or term. In this episode, Dr. Scott Myers from West Virginia University discusses… Read More
Christmas Holiday Events Offered At Kentucky Parks
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – The Kentucky State Parks system is gearing up for the Christmas season by offering candlelight tours, special meals and entertainment. Parks officials say special Christmas tours… Read More
State Gets 370 Applications For Medical Marijuana Licenses
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – State officials say they’ve received more than 300 applications to operate 60 dispensaries that will sell medical marijuana. The Ohio Board of Pharmacy said on Monday… Read More
Ohio State Patrol Warns Holiday Travelers To Observe Traffic Laws
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is warning motorists heading into the Thanksgiving holiday period to follow all traffic laws, including buckling seat belts and never driving… Read More
West Virginia State Fire School Offers Sessions Next Month
By: Associated Press
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MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) – Firefighter training and certification are being offered during the West Virginia State Fire School next month. The school runs from Dec. 1 to Dec. 3 and… Read More
Charlie Rose Fired By CBS, After 8 Women Accused Him Of Sexual Harassment
By: Richard Gonzales | NPR
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The star of the highly regarded PBS talk show Charlie Rose and co-host of CBS This Morning issued a statement apologizing for his actions.