Annie E. Casey Foundation

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As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on an increasing number of Ohio kids are dealing with anxiety and depression, according to a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation.

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Children of color in Ohio fair far worse than their white peers when it comes to well-being and opportunity in Ohio.The report from the non-partisan Annie…