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Magistrate Myra Torain Embry discusses her new role at Akron Municipal Court
As a junior in high school, Myra Torain Embry did an internship at the Cuyahoga County Witness Victim Service Center at the justice center in Cleveland, where she became familiar with domestic violence proceedings and gained an understanding of the assistance provided to survivors.
“I already had a general interest in the ... (full story)
City of Akron passes 2026 capital budget
Akron, Ohio, Earlier this month, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik’s plan for the 2026 Capital Investment & Community Development Program, commonly referred to as the “Capital Budget” was passed 12-0 by Akron City Council. The capital budget outlines $341.9M of investments focused on key infrastructure investments ... (full story)
Ohio Supreme Court Upholds Tax on DSW Shipments
The Supreme Court of Ohio upheld the imposition of the Ohio commercial activity tax (CAT) on $108 million of merchandise shipped to DSW’s Columbus distribution center before items were sent to stores both in and out of Ohio.
In a 5-2 decision, the Supreme Court rejected a $854 ... (full story)
Opposition grows in Congo over US mineral deal
Opposition to a deal that would allow U.S. companies access to critical minerals in Congo is growing after Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi returned from the U.S. minerals summit — with praises from U.S. President Donald Trump and U.S. lawmakers.
Tshisekedi has offered U.S. companies access to eastern Congo’s ... (full story)
How to protect a loved one when choosing a nursing home or assisted living facility
NEW YORK (AP) — Sometimes it’s a fall that brings a broken hip and a loss of mobility. Or memory problems that bubble into danger. Or the death of the partner who was relied upon for care.
The need to move to a nursing home, assisted living facility or another type of care setting often comes suddenly, setting off an ... (full story)