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Several municipalities banned launching fireworks after the state passed a law that granted adults the freedom to set them off on their property.

Firework season is about to kick into overdrive this weekend as people fill the skies with colorful explosives. For many pet owners, it means figuring out how to help sensitive animals deal with the noise and stress. WVXU spoke with a veterinarian to offer some tips.

On Friday, residents in some Northeast Ohio communities can legally light fireworks on their private property through Tuesday as well as the following weekend to celebrate the July 4th holiday.

The University of Akron says federal restrictions enacted under the Trump Administration last year means it will have to close its Confucius Institute by next June; Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a bill into law allowing Ohio residents to set off fireworks on certain holidays; consumer advocates are asking the PUCO to reopen one of its audits of Akron-based FirstEnergy; and more stories.

Health experts warn there's no guaranteed safe way to be around fireworks.

More people have drowned in the Great Lakes so far in 2021 than were reported by this time last year; the former Columbus police officer who shot and killed Andre Hill wants the trial moved, saying publicity has made it impossible for a fair proceeding locally; Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks died of chest trauma from an errant fireworks mortar blast in what authorities described as a tragic accident on the Fourth of July; and more stories.

Some doctors in Cleveland recommend leaving fireworks to the experts. But if an amateur decides to go ahead and light some anyway, here is advice from medical professionals.

The fireworks industry is facing a serious supply chain issue that could impact July 4 festivities this year.

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