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Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Politics
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How do Israel and Iran tensions impact the U.S.?
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Tensions continue to rise after an Israeli attack that targeted Iran's nuclear program. This comes before President Trump was scheduled to hold peace talks between the two countries. 2 NEWS spoke with local experts on what this all means for U.S. security. Five things to know about Israel's attack on Iran There are still a lot more questions than answers after this strike, as both sides continue to warn the other about continued attacks and retaliatory attacks, but one Cedarville University professor says any harm coming to U.S. soil is still relatively low. 'Tensions have really been rising between the two, especially in recent years,' said Dr. Glen Duerr, Cedarville University professor of international studies. Israel and Iran have been exchanging strikes over the past 24 hours, all centered around Iran's growth in nuclear weaponry. 'It must be at a point where Mossad, the roughly equivalent of Israel's CIA, said that Iran is a danger,' said Duerr. 'They're getting to a breakout point, where they need to act.' Duerr says a lot escalated following the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. 'Especially after October 7, 2023, when Israel's territory was attacked, and notably, as well, Iran for the first time directly attacked Israel via drone in April and then again in October of 2024,' said Duerr. Concerns have been raised as to if the U.S. could see an attack of this scale, or even a cybersecurity attack — especially towards prominent military locations like Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. But Dr. Duerr doesn't see that happening. 'It's certainly possible, but not likely. I think the target is Israel, although the Israeli and American defense industries are very, very closely coordinated, including in this area around Wright-Patterson Air Force Base,' said Duerr. 'Certainly Iran could target the United States in terms of a cyberattack, but it's the timing doesn't make an awful lot of sense.' Israel attacks Iran's capital with explosions booming across Tehran 2 NEWS reached out to WPAFB to see if they have increased security in response to the recent activity, but have not heard back. President Trump has attempted to hold peace talks between the two countries, but the outcomes of what could happen due to this conflict are endless. 'My sense is that we'll see this kind of lower level tension, some exchanges between the two continue with low intensity into the future until something that changes, whether it's Iran's nuclear weapons program being discontinued or, heaven forbid, something broader that happens in the Middle East as well,' said Duerr. Duerr tells 2 NEWS that the conflict will be continuing — especially if Israel feels that Iran's nuclear program could reach a critical breakout point. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Local college announces $5 million AI initiative
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Sinclair Community College is launching an AI initiative to reshape how the college teaches and learns. During a press conference Friday, Sinclair leaders announced they will launch an AI Excellence Institute. Expert: AI could change future of education This $5 million, three-year initiative aims to establish Sinclair as a national community college leader in AI-integrated teaching and learning. Following the success of Sinclair's AI Action Team, the college wants to advance their teaching and learning environment by encouraging AI literacy among faculty and students. The AI Excellence Institute will launch on July 1 ahead of the 2025-2026 school year. The $5 million budget will cover personnel, equipment, curriculum development and more. To learn more about Sinclair's eLearning initiatives, visit their website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- General
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Wright Flyer III is now Ohio's official state airplane
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The historic 1905 Wright Flyer III is being recognized on the state level with a new designation. Gov. Mike DeWine visited Carillon Park in Dayton Friday to sign off on Senate Bill 24, which designates the Wright Flyer as Ohio's official state airplane. The bill was sponsored by state senators Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) and Steve Huffman (R-Tipp City). High flying acts announced for 2025 Dayton Air Show The Wright Flyer III was first flown by Orville Wright on June 23, 1905. This plane is significant since it was flown in Dayton — having been tested at Huffman Prairie near Fairborn. 'The 1905 Wright Flyer III is a prime example of why Ohio is considered the heart of innovation,' said DeWine. 'Making the Wright Flyer III the official state airplane is a great way to honor Ohio's aviation heritage.' The ceremonial signing took place at the John W. Berry Sr. Wright Brothers National Museum, where the original Wright Flyer is on display. DeWine says only 20 percent of the plane has been restored, with 80 percent still being the original materials crafted by the Wright Brothers themselves. 'It's a wonderful thing to to come out here and to see it,' said DeWine. 'These two guys from Dayton, Ohio, who had a bicycle/print shop and decided that, they got inspired, that they wanted to fly and they figured it out.' The John W. Berry Sr. Wright Brothers National Museum is open daily at Carillon Park. Click here to learn more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- General
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Fire at Miami Township home under investigation
MIAMI TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) — Firefighters were called Friday afternoon to a Miami Township neighborhood. Crews from the Miami Valley Fire District were dispatched to the area of Pinegrove and Silvercliff drives. Officials arrived to the location in reference to a reported structure fire. Sprinklers cause $200K in damage to MIX 107.7 after downtown fire Officials at the scene told our 2 NEWS crew at the scene that no one is believed to have been home at the time of the fire. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to fire officials. 2 NEWS is working to learn more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Automotive
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Brookville man once again giving away dozens of bikes
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A local man is once again gearing up for a big giveaway for his community. Brookville resident Dave Nugent, better known as 'The Bicycle Man,' gives away hundreds of bikes throughout the year. Nugent repairs bikes of all sizes to give away, completely free to local children. Nugent is once again hosting a giveaway this month starting at 1 p.m. on June 15. Those interested can visit 142 June Place to pick up a bike. The giveaway will run until all bikes are given away. Nugent asks that people only take one bike per person. 2 NEWS has previously featured Nugent during our Tell Me Good News segments. Watch one of the clips in the video player above. Nugent says he enjoys repairing the bikes and giving them to those who will enjoy them. He expects nothing in return. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
