Lydia Taylor

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CLEVELAND — More than 600 people walking or on bikes were hit by cars in the city of Cleveland last year, according to a new report released by the nonprofit Bike Cleveland.

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OHIO — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources announced it's awarding $580,000 in Marine Patrol Assistance Grants to 25 agencies across 21 counties. The grants aim to enhance on-the-water safety efforts in conducting routine waterway patrols, responding to emergencies and providing safety gear, ODNR said. “Ensuring the safety of Ohio’s boaters takes strong partnerships,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz.

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CINCINNATI — Rodney Hinton Jr., the man who allegedly hit and killed a Hamilton County sheriff's deputy earlier this month, entered a plea of not guilty to grand jury charges during his arraignment hearing Tuesday morning. He will continue to be held without bond. Last week, a grand jury returned two charges of aggravated murder, a charge of murder and two charges of felonious assault against Hinton Jr., 38, for the death of Larry Henderson.

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TOLEDO, Ohio — City of Toledo officials along with the YMCA of Greater Toledo celebrated the opening of the rebuilt Wayman D. Palmer YMCA this week in the Warren-Sherman neighborhood. What You Need To KnowThe 50,000-square-foot facility cost $28.6 millionIt includes a family-friendly indoor pool, an 8,000-square-foot gym, a large fitness center, a teen lounge, an outdoor splash pad, as well as a food pantryThe Wayman D.

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DAYTON, Ohio — The Dayton Metro Library announced new summer hours to better meet the community's needs and updated some policies involving age limits and chaperones. What You Need To KnowDayton Metro Library said the new hours are a reflection of summer usageThe new hours begin June 1The hours will be in effect until early AugustThe library said the adjusted hours are a reflection of summer library usage and will allow the maximum access to library staff and services.