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When summer comes, many kids get ready to spend more time outdoors at camp. One company has developed STEM-themed camps where children explore engineering and flight by using drone technology. The drone summer camps aim to use this technology for hands-on learning activities both inside and outside. Join us today as we learn more about drone summer programs, the Big Three tech giants and what's new in tech.

The next two-year Ohio budget is being proposed with a controversial new amendment that would give sole authority to the Ohio Health Department in overseeing the reduction of lead use. From lead-contaminated water in Flint, Michigan to 51 houses with known lead hazards in Columbus alone, the regulation of lead is an issue we will need to tackle whether it be at the state or local level. Join us today as we discuss the dangerous impact of lead in Ohio.

How much is the Oxford comma worth? According to the state of Maine, $10 million. That's how much Oakhurst Dairy had to pay their workers when a class action lawsuit caused the court to reconsider the meaning of Maine's overtime law due to a clause that was missing an Oxford comma. Join us today as discuss this, the origins of certain colloquial phrases and grammar tricks and tips.

The median price for a central Ohio home rose 7.1 percent to $180,000 in April, which is great for the seller. For buyers, that higher price is in part a function of a lack of housing stock and can be especially hard for first timers. Join us today as we discuss the decline in housing starts nationally and the housing shortage in Central Ohio.

After a newborn arrives, a new parents’ Facebook feeds can to explode with adorable photos, well wishes and pithy observations on early childhood. It can be fun to share but research has shown that when new mothers become too focused on those posts, they are more likely to experience stress and unhappiness. According to Sarah Schoppe-Sullivan and her team from The Ohio State University, people post these photos to seek validation as parents. Join us today as we talk about Facebook and parenting,

A day before the Islamic State claimed the terror attack at a concert in Manchester, England, President Trump spoke at the Arab-Islamic-American summit in Saudi Arabia where he urged Muslim world leaders to increase their efforts in combating terrorism. How will the Gulf states respond to the threat of international terrorism? Join us today as we discuss this, the role of terror in the Middle East, and the U.S.-Middle East relations on terrorism.

During the Obama administration, internet providers were not allowed to slow down or block websites for consumers. The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to loosen regulations on internet providers. The commission is Republican-led, and Democrats worry that softening regulations will lead to internet providers abusing their position of power. Join us today as we discuss Net Neutrality and online memorials.

Since reports of President Trump's alleged attempt to interfere to stop the investigation into former national security adviser Michael Flynn, some critics are claiming it constitutes obstruction of justice and grounds for impeachment. Others are approaching the topic with caution as many details are still uncertain. Join us today as we discuss what qualifies for impeachment, and the possibility of a Trump impeachment.

The Columbus Landmarks Foundation created a list of historic buildings in danger of being demolished or facing irreparable damage. The goal of this list is to make the community aware of the buildings and the historical significance they hold. Cooper Stadium, former home to the Columbus Clippers, is on the 2017 list, and the plan to convert it to an auto racing facility has been put on hold. Join us today as we take a look at the endangered buildings of Columbus.

A new bill was introduced that would reduce the penalties for carrying a concealed handgun in safe-zone areas. Currently, carrying a concealed weapon in certain areas, such as universities, police stations and school safety zones may result in a fine and possible jail time. The new bill would eliminate those penalties for citizens who have a concealed carry permit and bring their gun to a gun-free zone. Today we discuss this, Ohio's online harassment ban, the state's economy, worker's

Join us today with guest host Christopher Purdy as he talks with a panel of guests about the latest in book news in the Columbus area.

What is the American spirit during a period of polarization? Historian David McCullough characterizes the American spirit through a series of his own speeches given over the last 25 years in his new book, "The American Spirit: Who We Are and What We Stand For". Join us today as we discuss this and how American values have changed over time impacting what we consider the American identity.

Mentors can play a big part in the life of a youth, providing someone for them to look up to and maybe give them another perspective on life. Children of an incarcerated parent face a different set of challenges. And if both parents are incarcerated, the child could face the foster care system. A Columbus-based leadership group is working to raise funds to provide life-long mentors for children of incarcerated parents. Join us today as we talk about the value of mentoring children and teens.

Every one in three babies born in the United States is delivered by Cesarean section. According to a Consumer Reports investigation, a mother's risk for having a C-section can largely depend on the hospital. Plus, high school students in New Mexico are being given the chance to nap at school to re-energize and increase their attentiveness. Join us today as we talk about C-sections, napping pods and how to cope with a serious diagnosis.

The construction of the Rover pipeline, originating in Western Kentucky, Southeastern Ohio and Southwestern Pennsylvania and spanning across Ohio to Michigan, was halted after spilling more than two million gallons of drilling fluid in the Ohio wetlands. The Rover pipeline is also under fire for refusing to pay $1.5 million to the State Historic Preservation Office in addition to being accused of 18 incidents of pollution violations reported in 11 counties in Ohio. Join us today as we discuss