Ohio lawmakers establish 92 special recognitions

Ohio officially recognizes 92 special months, 26 special weeks, and 104 special days. These designations celebrate notable individuals and themes, such as Toni Morrison and German Heritage Month. The first recognized day was Veterans Day in 1955, with many additions made in the decades since. Currently, Republicans have contributed to over 70% of these special designations. A recent expert noted that these recognitions may represent a less adversarial aspect of politics today. In sports, the Cleveland Cavaliers faced the Los Angeles Clippers, suffering a loss. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns are advocating for a new stadium in Brook Park, following a lawsuit against the city. In education, the U.S. Department of Education is investigating Ohio State University and others for a program promoting diversity in doctoral business degrees. A recent law regarding transgender minors and medical treatments has been put on hold by a state court. On the local level, Cleveland Councilman Kevin Conwell is working to install cameras on school buses to catch drivers who ignore stop signs. Additionally, $38 million has been allocated to a new Cleveland Housing Investment Fund to support housing initiatives. In health news, Ohio is experiencing a decline in kindergarten vaccination rates. Ashtabula County is also seeing a rise in strep throat cases. The justice system is busy with various cases, including a man charged with murder and another linked to a cold case dating back to 1995. Police are on high alert following a shooting incident during a traffic stop in Akron. In arts and entertainment, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Journey will perform at the Browns Draft Party. The Cleveland Home + Remodeling Expo is happening this weekend, and a comic-con event will feature numerous celebrities.