Thursday, July 16, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1957, Ohio native and Marine Maj. John Glenn set a transcontinental speed record of 725.55 mph in a Vought F8U Crusader flight from California to New York.

🔥💨 Smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting across Ohio, prompting officials to urge residents to use caution during outdoor activities. Read more in Top Stories.

For nearly 30 years, almost every major Alzheimer's drug has chased the same sticky protein in the brain, and families have been handed the same modest results over and over. This week, researchers went after something else entirely, and what they found has the whole field tuning in. It could be the biggest shift in how this disease is treated in a generation, and it all comes down to a shot given just twice a year. In today's episode of The Flyover Podcast, Ayla breaks down what researchers found and what still has to be proven before this reaches anyone. Tune in here to learn more.

Today's sponsor, EnergyX, is offering investors a final opportunity to become early shareholders as the lithium technology company gains backing from major industry leaders and advances toward commercial production.

Wildfire Haze Returns to Ohio

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting over Ohio this week, with forecasters placing Cleveland and Columbus among the U.S. cities expected to experience some of the worst conditions.

More than 800 wildfires are burning across Canada, sending plumes south into the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley on winds trailing a cold front. The haze was expected to thicken Wednesday night into today, and some areas could experience their poorest air quality since the summer of 2023.

Although much of the smoke may remain high overhead, forecasters warn that some could descend to ground level, pushing air-quality readings into unhealthy ranges. People with asthma, COPD, or heart conditions, as well as young children and older adults, are urged to limit outdoor activity on the haziest days.

Emergency officials recommend staying indoors when the smoke is thickest, particularly today and tomorrow.

Rental Shooting Comes Amid Ohio Debate

Around 50 shots were fired during a party at a short-term rental near the University of Cincinnati early Wednesday, leaving one man wounded.

The man was shot in the shoulder, drove himself to a hospital, and is expected to recover. A woman was arrested on a charge of carrying a concealed weapon, but police don’t consider her a suspect in the shooting.

The gunfire followed a string of shootings at rental parties across Ohio—with Butler County’s Liberty Township due in court today as it seeks to shut down two rental homes tied to a May 3 incident.

State lawmakers are considering bills that would prevent cities and townships from banning or limiting short-term rentals. Real estate and business groups support the measures, while the Ohio Municipal League and township organizations oppose them.

Federal Bill Would End Clock Changes

Ohioans would no longer change their clocks twice a year under federal legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent.

The U.S. House passed the measure Tuesday in a bipartisan 308-117 vote, and President Trump has publicly endorsed it. The bill now advances to the Senate, where similar proposals have previously stalled.

Permanent daylight saving time would shift an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening. In central Ohio, winter sunrises would occur around 9 a.m., while sunsets would move closer to 6 p.m.

Supporters favor the extra evening light for errands, walks, and youth sports. Critics warn that darker winter mornings could endanger schoolchildren and early commuters.

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Big Oil Just Bet Big on Lithium

Eni, Italy’s largest oil producer, just signed a strategic agreement to invest up to $225M in EnergyX’s lithium project in Chile. The project is expected to generate $1.3B in annual revenue at forecasted market prices.

It’s just one piece of EnergyX’s portfolio holding up to 15M+ tons of untapped lithium, and it’s the latest proof of their progress. Until tonight, you can invest as an early-stage shareholder and share in that growth.

EnergyX’s patented tech recovers up to 3X more lithium than traditional methods at 500X the speed. When combined with their resource portfolio, the road to commercial-scale production is clear. Lithium demand is projected to grow 5X by 2040, so the timing couldn’t be better.

General Motors and POSCO are already EnergyX shareholders. Now it’s your turn. Become an early-stage EnergyX shareholder before midnight PT.

➤ Statewide: Elon Musk contributed $5 million to a super PAC supporting Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign for Ohio governor, marking his first financial backing of his former DOGE co-leader’s bid to succeed term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine. (More)

➤ Also Statewide: Taking flowers or keepsakes from a gravesite could become a fifth-degree felony in Ohio under House Bill 879, introduced by state Rep. Chris Glassburn, D-North Olmsted. (See Bill)

➤ Columbus: One police officer shot another officer and a dog while responding to a domestic dispute on Divot Place, authorities said. The wounded officer is expected to recover. (More)

➤ Hamilton County: Health officials are warning Anderson Township residents to avoid Dry Run Creek following a sewage discharge and to keep people and pets out of the water. (Details)

➤ Whitehall: City Council President Thomas Potter will step down next week, planning to retire and move to Columbus after months of turmoil among city leaders. (More)

➤ Toledo: Three people died, and two children remained in critical condition Wednesday after being exposed to carbon monoxide inside a vehicle that had pulled over because of a flat tire. (More)

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➤ Ohio ranks first among the nation’s best states for sports fans, according to a new study comparing all 50 states across 20 measures, including teams, venues, and ticket prices. (See Study)

➤ The Columbus Blue Jackets’ home opener for the 2026-27 season is set for Oct. 1 against the Buffalo Sabres at Nationwide Arena. (More)

➤ Four Ohio State Buckeyes earned spots on ESPN’s list of the top 100 transfers for 2026: defensive tackle James Smith, defensive end Qua Russaw, and safeties Earl Little Jr. and Terry Moore. (See List)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: World Cup | WNBA

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➤ An effort to block the planned Buc-ee’s in Mansfield has failed after officials determined that a petition opposing the project contained no valid signatures, clearing another obstacle for the Texas-based travel-center chain. (More)

➤ A company that lent Schwebel Baking $3.7 million is suing the Youngstown-area bread maker, alleging that the loan hasn’t been repaid. (See Details)

➤ A federal judge ruled that Ohio companies may continue selling THC-infused beverages for now, blocking the state’s effort to remove the hemp-derived products from store shelves. (See Ruling)

➤ After nearly two decades in Olmsted Falls, Toys, Dolls and Minis will close its storefront at the end of August and move most of its business online after struggling to compete with retail giants. (Full Story)

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This Metal’s Price Went Up 170%

No, not gold. Lithium. Prices more than doubled from last June to this one, spurring a modern-day “white gold” rush driven by AI, energy, and more.

With demand growing 5X by 2040, a major opportunity's emerging. No wonder 50,000+ people have invested in EnergyX.

Their patented tech can recover up to 3X more lithium than traditional methods, in days instead of months. That combination of technological prowess and market demand earned an investment from General Motors.

In the past 24 months, EnergyX has raised ~$100M from retail investors, formed a first-of-its-kind lithium agreement with the U.S. Army, and oil supermajor Eni just signed an agreement to invest up to $225M.

Now they’re preparing to unlock ~15M+ tons of lithium. Invest in EnergyX before midnight PT.

➤ Ohioans recovered a record $182.5 million in unclaimed funds during the 2026 fiscal year, up from approximately $110 million the previous year, as the number of paid claims nearly tripled. (More)

➤ Burger King’s new campaign puts loyal customers in the spotlight, and an Ohio University senior seized the opportunity—calling the university president to praise the town’s only 24-hour location and filming a rooftop tribute. The chain rewarded the campus with free Freezee Kings for a month. (More)

➤ The 131st annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Festival began Wednesday evening in Lowellville, bringing Italian traditions, live music, and competitions to the Mahoning County village through Saturday, coinciding with the feast day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. (See Schedule)

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➤ Potentially groundbreaking Alzheimer's research focused on a new protein in the brain, and the results are turning heads. (Hear Details)

➤ Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is engulfing the Midwest and Northeast, exposing millions to hazardous air. (Hear Episode)

➤ California's high-speed rail project is seeking hundreds of millions in fresh federal funding after Washington clawed back $4 billion. (Listen Now)

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