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Racism Resurgence: How’d this happen…again?!

Free Press Staff

The Columbus police fear the local chapter of Showing Up For Racial Justice Columbus, or SURJ…

// Opinion
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In Memoriam - A Champion for the Homeless - Mary Beittel (1952-2017)

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Mary Beittel went passed away the morning of…

// Opinion
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Elected Black Democrats and Citizen Group Join F.O.P. in Declaring “No Confidence” in Columbus Elected Officials

Free Press Staff

Leaders of Everyday People for Positive Change announce their support for the Fraternal…

// News
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Hasidic widower given ultimatum: Remarry or lose your son

Richard Ades

Losing your wife is tough enough. Imagine losing your wife and subsequently being told you’re no…

// Opinion
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