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Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds

2 weeks ago | kentstater.com | Elizabeth Wagmeister

Editor’s note: This story is developing and will be updated. (CNN) — A judge on Monday dismissed Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Hollywood power couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, a major development in the ongoing civil litigation between former co-stars Lively and Baldoni.
Billy Joel cancels upcoming tour due to neurological disorder

1 month ago | kentstater.com | Alli Rosenbloom

(CNN) — Billy Joel’s upcoming tour dates have been canceled as the legendary performer seeks treatment for normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition that affects the brain, according to a statement released on said Friday.
How Portage County Sheriff plans to enforce immigration law

1 month ago | kentstater.com | Alton Northup

When Portage County Sheriff’s deputies make a traffic stop, they may soon ask for proof of citizenship on top of license, registration and insurance. This is because the office signed an agreement with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enforce federal immigration law in the county. Known as the 287(g) program, it allows deputies to interrogate and arrest those suspected of being in the country unlawfully.
From the field to the court: The Kent State-Akron rivalry

1 month ago | kentstater.com | Robyn Taylor

Kent State head basketball coach Rob Senderoff’s favorite Kent-Akron rivalry memory is from a senior night game that was sent into overtime during the 2022-2023 season. Senderoff has been the head basketball coach of Kent State for 14 seasons. He has led the team in 28 rivalry games against Akron. “They made three free throws at the buzzer to send the game to overtime. The call wasn’t a great one that sent them to the free throw line,” Senderoff said.
Trump administration restores visas for seven more Kent State students and graduates

2 months ago | kentstater.com | Alton Northup

All 10 Kent State students and graduates who had their visas revoked earlier this month now have their statuses restored, according to a university spokesperson Monday. Last week, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reinstated visas for three graduates with optional practical training employment authorization, a temporary work permit available to international students. The latest round includes three current international students and four graduates.
Trump says he’ll eliminate income taxes. There’s a problem with that

2 months ago | kentstater.com | David Goldman |Matt Egan

(CNN) — President Donald Trump on Sunday night reiterated an extraordinary ambition he and members of his administration have voiced from time to time throughout his young second term: One day, Americans won’t pay any more income tax, and you’ll have Trump’s tariffs to thank for it. “We’re going to make a lot of money, and we’re going to cut taxes for the people of this country,” Trump said before boarding Air Force One for his return from Pope Francis’ funeral in Rome.
Kent State to honor legacy of free speech at 55th May 4 commemoration

2 months ago | kentstater.com | Tanner Smith

As the commemoration of May 4 draws near, Kent State students and community members are looking for different ways to remember the tragedy and spark conversations. This will mark 55 years since the Ohio National Guard fired into a crowd of students demonstrating against the Vietnam War on campus in 1970, killing four and wounding nine.
Kent State preps for finals with study tips and stress relief strategies

2 months ago | kentstater.com | Robyn Taylor

Finals are right around the corner at Kent State, taking place May 5-11. As students near the end of the semester, finals can cause stress and difficulties. “32% of students experience even greater levels of stress in times surrounding final exams, as indicated through psychological and physiological markers,” according to the. Sam Timar, a sophomore nursing major, has already started her finals preparations weeks in advance.
Florence Alliance furthers Kent State’s international reach

2 months ago | kentstater.com | Olivia Scott

Kent State continues to build on its tradition of hosting partner universities at its Florence campus through the Florence Alliance, a vision created to unite global faculty and students for cross-cultural education. Kent State offers a fully functioning university in Florence without relying on any third-party organization.
Third Pentagon appointee placed on administrative leave

2 months ago | kentstater.com | Jake Tapper |Natasha Bertrand |Haley Britzky

Washington (CNN) —Colin Carroll, the chief of staff of Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg, has been placed on administrative leave amid an ongoing investigation, two defense sources said Wednesday, the third such official to be placed on leave reported this week.