Tribe, Padres split DH
The San Diego Padres beat the Indians 2-1 for a split of Wednesday’s doubleheader.
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Mumps cases grow to 175
Health officials tracking a mumps outbreak in central Ohio say there are now 175 confirmed cases, with 111 linked to Ohio State University.
Reds 4, Cardinals 0
The Reds beat St. Louis 4-0 Wednesday to avoid a series sweep.
Cavs 122, Pistons 100
Dion Waiters scored 22 points as the Cavaliers — their playoff hopes hanging by a thread — routed the Detroit Pistons 122-100 on Wednesday night.
Police crack down on distracted driving
Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers and other law enforcement officers will be keeping a sharp eye out for signs of distracted driving for the next few days.
Study: Early reading test may predict success
Researchers at Ohio State say a new study indicates that a child’s ability to read in third grade may be significantly affected by how ready they are to learn four years earlier.
Midterm Budget Review ready for vote
A midterm budget bill that would send more money to family and children services, bolster the state’s efforts to combat drug abuse and place a major hurdle in the path of college athletes who want to form a union, could be ready for a vote as early as this afternoon in the Ohio House.
Epinephrine bill clears Senate
A bill making it easier for schools, camps and coaches to stock general-use supplies of epinephrine shots used to counter allergic reactions has cleared its second legislative chamber.
13 counties get expanded sex assault resources
More than 460,000 people in 13 Ohio counties now have increased access to sexual assault services, thanks to a program administered through Attorney General Mike DeWine’s office.
CBJ gets record-tying 41st win
Needing only two points in their final three games, the Blue Jackets head to Dallas to take on a Stars team whose playoff hopes have also been revived.