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May 2, 2024

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Delinquent: Youth are impulsive yet capable of change. Still, some continue to offend after interventions – ‘I was so childish,’ Reese says

“Delinquent: Our System, Our Kids” is a special series examining Cuyahoga County's juvenile justice system through the eyes of the kids who go through it. A youth's still-developing brain makes them impulsive and prone to risk-taking behavior, but that is also what makes them uniquely capable of rehabilitation. Yet many kids, like Reese, still slip through those safeguards.

By John H. Tucker, cleveland.com and Kaitlin Durbin, cleveland.com

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Rock legend says he’s ‘California sober’ after years of substance abuse

English-American singer and musician Billy Idol said he is "California sober," meaning he indulges in an occasional glass of wine, after a 1990 motorcycle accident led him to reconsider his past substance abuse.

By Zach Mentz, cleveland.com

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Reckon

Can’t make it to the university protests for Palestine? Here’s how you can help from anywhere

“The students’ courage and determination in the face of adversity inspire us all to take action and speak out against injustice wherever it occurs. As they risk everything right now, it is critical that all of us do everything we can to support them.”

By Michelle Zenarosa

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Ohio Politics

With $15 minimum wage referendum looming, an Ohio Senate Republican offers a compromise

Proposal exempts tipped workers, but offers tax credits for modest earners in return.

By Jake Zuckerman, jzuckerman@cleveland.com

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Sports

Sports 4 Cle

Which returning Browns benefit most from the team’s draft? Thursday’s Sports 4 CLE

Watch Sports 4 CLE live at 4 p.m. as host Dave Bacon talks Browns with Quincy Carrier and Jacob Roach. Also, Sam Amico talks Cavs vs Magic.

By Ashley Bastock, cleveland.com

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Cavaliers

Jarrett Allen’s availability is uncertain for Game 6 against the Magic in Orlando

Jarrett Allen took a blow to the ribs in Game 4, causing him to miss Game 5. His availability is uncertain for Game 6.

By Ethan Sands, cleveland.com

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Guardians

Guardians to induct CC Sabathia into team’s hall of fame on Aug. 3

CC Sabathia spent eight years in Cleveland when the club was known as the Indians.

By Joe Noga, cleveland.com

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Entertainment

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‘Company’ review: Inventive, funny revival of Sondheim musical opens at Playhouse Square

"Company" is playing at the Connor Palace in Playhouse Square through May 19.

By Joey Morona, cleveland.com

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Entertainment

12 Ohio distilleries win 39 medals in San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Twelve Ohio distilleries brought home 39 medals from the esteemed 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, a program of The Tasting Alliance. Ten of those medals were the coveted double gold.

By Paris Wolfe, cleveland.com

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Music

Rock legend, premium tequila maker honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Sammy Hagar, former frontman for Van Halen, was honored for his five decades of rock and roll with a star on Hollywood Boulevard. Hagar entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame when Van Halen was inducted in 2007.

By Robert Higgs, cleveland.com

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