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February 2025

It's my fault Joann is closing stores
I should have paid more attention when my mom was sewing and crocheting.
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Diane
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An Arrest Has Been Made in Kaden's Murder
Jeffrey Grant, 34, was arrested Tuesday on aggravated murder charges involving the shooting death of 10-year-old Kaden Coleman-McCurry in Cleveland last…
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Diane
The Gun Problem We Don't Want to Discuss
Inner-city shootings and murders are largely ignored. Isn't that racist?
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Diane
5
Life Is Not Really Normal in East Palestine
Two years after a train derailment caused a chemical spill, residents still worry about the future.
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Diane
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East Palestine, Two Years Later
Two years ago, the Critical Reader covered a town hall in East Palestine, Ohio, following the Norfolk Southern train derailment and its aftermath.
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Diane

January 2025

Signs You Might Be a Nazi
Remember the true horrors of the Holocaust today and every day.
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Diane
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Mourning Someone I Didn't Know
Deborah Finck passed away on Jan.
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Diane
It's Been 24 Hours and We've Already Got Our First Assignment
Was it a Nazi salute or an awkward gesture?
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Diane
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What Else Is News: Inauguration Edition
Today is Jan.
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What Else Is News: Tue., Jan. 14, 2025
If You’re Fluent in Cursive, This Opportunity Is for You
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Diane
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