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09-04-2025
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State funding for Browns dome moves forward: I-Team
CLEVELAND (WJW) – The FOX 8 I-Team has found an Ohio House committee just approved a financial package that includes state money to help the Cleveland Browns build a dome. The measure is expected to be taken up by the full House of Representatives on Wednesday. It's not a final decision, but a step forward. The Browns have asked for state help building a dome in Brook Park. Million-dollar renovations begin at 'Shooters' location in The Flats They hope for $600 million from the state through bonds. The Browns promise to pay it back with profits from the dome and surrounding development. Tuesday, that came up along with other budget matters before the Ohio House of Representatives Finance Committee. The committee voted to approve the overall spending plan. District 31 State Rep. Bill Roemer sits on that committee, and he expects the dome to have a big impact. 'I was originally opposed until I looked at the numbers. Over the period of the project, it appears that the state will recognize an additional $1.2 billion in tax revenue,' he said. Roemer adds that the Browns have promised to set aside money upfront to cover any shortcomings that might come up in paying back the state. 'Even if the projections are wildly wrong, the state is still protected. This is going to generate additional tax revenue,' the representative said. Reflecting on the Total Solar Eclipse one year later If the measure gets approved by the House, it then must be approved by the Senate. Meanwhile, one senator said he will introduce a bill to block funding for any teams with a losing record such as the Browns. Behind it all, the city of Cleveland is fighting the Browns in court to stop the team from moving out of the current stadium on the lakefront. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
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Reflecting on the Total Solar Eclipse one year later
AVON LAKE, Ohio (WJW) — One year ago, a Total Solar Eclipse passed directly through areas of Northeast Ohio giving residents here and visitors a spectacle which, for many, will be a once in a lifetime event. What is Issue 2 on Ohio's May 6 ballot? That event was preceded here by planning that started in the spring of 2021, with the expectation of drawing as many as one million people to the state of Ohio from around the world, tens of thousands of them converging on Lorain County. Among the concerns were the problems associated with the mass exodus of people leaving the area all at the same time following the eclipse. The planning was modeled after experiences in Tennessee and Kentucky following a previous eclipse With the eclipse here happening about 3:00 in the afternoon, the concerns included having school children trapped on buses in traffic for hours, the ability of emergency services to navigate streets if traffic became backed up, and what might happen if there was a fender bender, a breakdown or a medical emergency in traffic. Other contingencies included preparing for the unlikely event of a bad actor creating casualties in a crowd and what might happen if gas stations were to run out of gas. 'There was a lot of meetings, we got a lot of people together that normally don't sit in the same room,' said Lorain County Emergency Management Agency Director Dave Freeman. 'It was a huge team effort and everyone in the communities came together fantastically, I mean there were people meeting in these rooms that had never talked to each other. So I think the biggest thing that came out of this was that we developed those relationships and those carry over to everything else that we do,' said Freeman. The agency staged emergency services at various locations to help expedite their response in the case of an emergency. Freeman says he was able to view traffic and crowds at different events in real time using drones. 'Destroy them before they hatch' in Ohio But the traffic congestion never materialized. The crowds were not as large as expected Reflecting back on the event one year later, Freeman believes part of the reason the crowds were smaller than anticipated was that the day started off cloudy While the weather here ended up being perfect in time for the eclipse that afternoon, it did not start out that way so a number of hotel reservations across the area were cancelled the day before. 'So people, I think what they were doing was booking probably five or six locations with the expectation that we are going to go to a place that is going to be the best weather,' said Freeman. Another thing that might have helped was that there were so many events spread out across the region. 'Crusher stadium had an event, the Science Center had something, the Guardians had something, all the Metroparks both in Lorain, Cuyahoga, there were events everywhere,' said Dr. Jack Dibee, Assistant Superintendent of Avon Lake Schools who participated on the planning committee beginning three years before the eclipse. While the high school stadium did host a public event, school was not in session that day to help relieve any traffic problems. But Freeman also believes a part of what went right is that many local residents actually followed his advice and stayed at home, watching the eclipse from the comfort of their own back yards. Man sues North Ridgeville over wrongful harassment conviction amid utilities dispute 'Failing to plan is planning to fail. I would much rather be over-prepared, if there is such a thing, than to be underprepared and that's the question I had. Do you think you over-prepared? I said you are going to have to define that for me, what does overprepared means? It didn't happen. That doesn't mean you were over-prepared, that means you were prepared appropriately,' said Freeman. Economically communities invested tens of thousands in events and preparation. In Cuyahoga and Lorain Counties it was all hands-on deck for sheriff's offices. Numerous law enforcement agencies were staged to help direct traffic. Communities invested in their eclipse events. Some of those costs were reimbursed by the state. But not all. 'They were allowed to report overtime money, money they spent on traffic control devices, tent rentals, generators, stuff like that and I think the biggest one that I probably had come in was around $50,000 or so,' said Freeman 'Not insignificant but not huge and they were reimbursed for a portion of that, not the entire thing. There was a significant cost. Now is that reciprocated by the visitors coming in? I don't have a good answer for you. I don't know. But yeah it cost some money, but the cost of being unprepared is worse,' he added. By one estimate, those who did come to the area for the eclipse spent as much as $24 million dollars here during their stay. 'What it ended up being was a really great plan, a really great exercise without the trouble that would have come if we had the influx that we initially expected,' said Freeman. 'It absolutely was once in a lifetime and for those of us old enough to have at least lived through some partial eclipses and see that to see what we saw one year ago today was amazing,' said Dibee. 2 plead in 'gun battle' outside Saint Malachi Parish 'I was just blown away it leaves you speechless when you look at that and think of everything that lined up for an eclipse to happen,' He hopes those planning for the next total eclipse here will learn from the lessons of this one. That will happen in 2099. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Science
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Will the 'double sunrise' solar eclipse be visible in Tennessee? What to know
Skygazers will be treated to yet another eclipse this month. Just a few short weeks after the total lunar eclipse, also known as the "blood moon," a partial solar eclipse will grace the night sky. This weekend, the moon will pass in front of and partially block the sun, casting a shadow on parts of the Northern Hemisphere, said NASA. The partial solar eclipse will be visible in parts of North America, Europe, Africa, northern Asia, small parts of South America, throughout Greenland and Iceland, as well as much of the Atlantic and Arctic oceans. Here's what else to know. Saturday's eclipse will be a partial one, which occurs when the moon passes between the sun and Earth but the sun, moon and Earth are not perfectly aligned. The moon will block only part of the sun, causing the sun to appear like a crescent said NASA. There are four types of solar eclipses: total, annular, partial and hybrid. Total Solar Eclipse: Occurs when the moon completely blocks the sun and the sky darkens as if it were dawn or dusk. People in the path of totality can see the sun's corona, the outer atmosphere, which is usually hidden by the sun's bright face. A total solar eclipse is the only type of solar eclipse where viewers can briefly remove their eclipse glasses. Annular Solar Eclipse: Happens when the moon is at or near its farthest point from Earth. The moon appears smaller than the sun and doesn't cover it completely, creating a bright ring around the moon. Partial Solar Eclipse: The moon partially covers the sun because the three celestial objects are not perfectly aligned, thus giving the sun a crescent shape. During total or annular eclipses, people outside the path of totality or annularity see a partial eclipse. Hybrid Solar Eclipse: A rare type that shifts between total and annular as the moon's shadow moves across Earth due to the curvature of Earth's surface The partial solar eclipse will take place on Saturday, March 29. According to the website the partial solar eclipse will begin in the early morning, around 5:13 a.m. CT and end just before 6:17 a.m. Due to its timing around dawn, the eclipse has been dubbed a "double sunrise" eclipse. However, eclipse visibility and peak will vary depending on the location in the U.S. The eclipse will be visible in North America, mainly from the northeast according to a map from NASA. Areas which will be able to view the eclipse include: Baltimore, Maryland, Boston, Massachusetts Buffalo, New York New York, New York Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Portland, Maine Washington D.C. Tennessee will not get a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse. Yes, everyone watching the eclipse must use proper eye protection or an indirect viewing method to protect their eyes, said NASA. In order to safely view the eclipse, people must wear eclipse glasses, compliant with the ISO 12312-2 international standard. Regular sunglasses are not safe for viewing the eclipse. "Do NOT look at the sun through a camera lens, telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device while wearing eclipse glasses or using a handheld solar viewer — the concentrated solar rays will burn through the filter and cause serious eye injury," wrote NASA. "A special-purpose solar filter must be attached to the front of any telescope, binoculars, camera lens, or other optics to observe the Sun safely." The next solar eclipse is set to occur on Aug. 12, 2026 according to NASA. The total solar eclipse will be visible in Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia, and a small area of Portugal, while a partial eclipse will be visible in Europe, Africa, North America, the Atlantic Ocean, Arctic Ocean, and Pacific Ocean. Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for The Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@ or follow her on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, at @_leyvadiana This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Will the solar eclipse be visible in Tennessee? Where to watch
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Science
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Total Lunar Eclipse Brings a 'Blood Moon' in March: How to Watch
The March full moon will be an extra special one. A total lunar eclipse, visible from across the US, will turn our lunar neighbor into a glowing reddish lantern. The celestial show takes place late at night and will last for hours. Here's where, when and how to witness this beautiful natural event. While eclipses may feel like rarities, they come around throughout the year in different forms. There are solar eclipses and lunar eclipses and partial eclipses and total eclipses. The March event is a total lunar eclipse thanks to the positions of the sun, Earth and moon in relation to each other. Earth will drape its shadow over the moon until the moon is blanketed by the darkest part of the shadow. This doesn't blot out the moon, but it creates a change in its color. Depending on where you're at, the eclipse will kick off late on March 13 or early in the morning on March 14. Check in with and look up your location for the exact start time, the time when the eclipse is at maximum and when it ends. If you like staying up late, then you're in luck. Where I'm at in New Mexico on Mountain Time, the eclipse will kick off at close to 10 p.m. on March 13 and come to an end around 4 a.m. on March 14. It reaches maximum at close to 1 a.m., which is past my bedtime, but worth losing a little sleep over. "This is a great eclipse to watch because the full moon will be passing through the darkest part of the Earth's shadow (called the umbra), and it is well-timed for night-owl observers in the US," says Emily Rice, associate professor of astrophysics at the Macaulay Honors College of the City University of New York. Read more: Total Solar Eclipse 2024: The Best Photos Rice points out the eclipse happens for most of the US on March 14, also known as Pi Day because the date can be written 3/14, the first three digits of Pi, 3.14. She calls it a "nicely nerdy coincidence." This could be the perfect time in indulge in a MoonPie for an eclipse snack. Earth's western hemisphere is in line for good eclipse viewing, according to NASA. Most of North America and South America will be prime viewing locations. You have a shot at seeing it as long as weather conditions are clear. "Lunar eclipses are easier to observe than solar eclipses, because the Earth's shadow is much larger than the full moon, so anyone who can see the full moon will be able to see the eclipse," says Rice. "This is different from a solar eclipse that is usually only visible along a very narrow path on the Earth." Cloudy weather in the forecast? Too cold to stand outside? No problem. You can tune into a total lunar eclipse livestream and watch the action from the comfort of your screen with coverage. Lunar eclipses have attracted a slew of sensational nicknames, so you might see terms like "super harvest wolf moon." A total lunar eclipse is sometimes called a blood moon thanks to the red or orange tinge it takes on from sunlight filtering through our planet's atmosphere. "It's as if all the world's sunrises and sunsets are projected onto the moon," NASA said. The color effect can be subtle, so don't expect a moon that's as red as a Corvette. "They are usually a bit overdramatic," Rice says of the moon nicknames, "so I worry people will have high expectations and be disappointed, but really anything that gets people paying attention to the night sky like this is wonderful." Rice has two key pieces of advice for eclipse viewers: get comfy and be patient. The full duration of the eclipse in New Mexico, for example, is about 6 hours. March evenings can still be chilly for much of the US, so you may want to bundle up or grab a blanket. Even better if you have a comfy chair and a spot with a clear view of the night sky. Try to avoid light pollution if possible. Eye safety is a key issue with solar eclipses, but lunar eclipses don't require eye protection. "You don't need any special equipment, but it's still a good opportunity to try out binoculars or a telescope if you have them," says Rice. She recommends scoping out the moon prior to the eclipse start time to get a sense of its location and brightness. If you only catch part of the eclipse, aim for totality, especially if you're setting your alarm and only plan to witness part of the celestial show. Totality is when the moon is entirely covered by our planet's shadow. "At first the change will be very gradual as the partial phases begin, but once totality starts the moon will grow dark and look orange or red for about an hour during totality," Rice says. "How striking it is will depend on local weather conditions." March's blood moon may not be at the most convenient time for a lot of people, but consider taking a late night or setting an alarm to witness the eclipse peak. It's a worthwhile moment of awe. "We've become so disconnected from the natural world," says Rice. "And a lunar eclipse is a great way to experience it first-hand."
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
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EXCLUSIVE: Governor Shapiro speaks on Erie County's role in his goals for Pennsylvania
One day after Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his budget address in Harrisburg, he sat down with us to talk about his goals for the Commonwealth, and Erie County's role in its growth. Governor Shapiro highlighted many of his points made yesterday during his budget address while also talking about the work being done in Erie County and the region's potential. 'This is a budget that continues to invest in education, workforce, public safety, and in economic development, and I'm making sure that the dollars make it to Erie County,' Shapiro said. Governor Shapiro said he's committed to investing in Erie County. He's starting with bridging the adequacy gap in funding for education. Erie School District developing budget based on help from Shapiro Administration Shapiro admitted that Erie County schools in the past have suffered and have not gotten the funding they deserve. He said last year, he was able to increase funding for Erie County schools by $73 million, and in this year's budget, he wants to add another $20 million to support them. 'That is money that allows class sizes to be smaller, hires more teachers, provide mental health counselors. It's something I've talked about with students in Erie County in the past,' he said. Governor Shapiro spoke on Erie County's strengths including hospitality, tourism, and agriculture. Governor Shapiro stops in Erie for 2024 Total Solar Eclipse What's more is an additional $1.1 billion dedicated to economic development could help to pave the way for business, energy, and industrial work being brought to the region in the years to come. Shapiro specifically hit on efforts to revitalize downtown Erie. 'Our small businesses in Erie County are strong and they need to be strengthened. It's one of the reasons I fought so hard to make sure we got what's known as a CRIZ in Erie. This is an entity that will allow things to be more tax-free to spur economic growth in Erie. We worked hard to pass a law in Pennsylvania targeting Erie with that CRIZ. So I'm bullish on Erie's future and potential and we're going to keep making investments there.' The governor also took aim at cannabis legislation, saying it's time for Pennsylvania to get on board and create a highly regulated market in Pennsylvania to protect our kids and adults. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Shapiro said if adults want to use cannabis, they should have the ability to do it. And the reality is, they are. 'In Erie, you can go to New York, you can go to Ohio in just a pretty brief drive, and if you go to one of those dispensaries, about 60 percent of their customers are coming from Pennsylvania. So they're already doing this. Yet if you buy something from a dispensary in New York for example, you're paying taxes to help support the schools in New York, the parks in New York, the roads and bridges in New York. It's crazy that we're letting all of our neighbors around us, Ohio, New York and others, be able to take tax dollars from Pennsylvanians and not do that here.' Governor Shapiro estimates that the Commonwealth could generate a billion and a half dollars over the next five years that we could use to help support our communities. Shapiro said he wants any bill that reaches his desk to legalize cannabis can also wipe away convictions for people who possessed small amounts of marijuana in non-violent situations, highlighting what he said is a need for restorative justice. Shapiro proposes $51.4 billion budget highlighting education, investment at annual address Shapiro said he's proud of what they've accomplished with a divided legislature, with the House ruled by Democrats and the Senate by Republicans. He believes continued bipartisan work will lead to continued growth for both erie and the commonwealth. 'I care a lot about Erie County and Erie County is a critically important part of our Commonwealth. It's why we're focused on investing in our schools, safety, economic opportunities in Erie and I look forward to seeing you again real soon,' Shapiro went on to say. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
