Regional Features: Archive by Date

September 2007

Continental Expanding at Hopkins
Posted Friday, September 14
In a move that is expected to create 700 new jobs, Continental Airlines this morning announced their expansion at Cleveland Hopkins. Economics reporter Tasha Flournoy has the details on the plan.

The War: A Look at the GI Bill
Posted Friday, September 14
On Sunday, September 23rd, WVIZ/PBS, will premiere the first installment of The War. That's filmmaker Ken Burns' new documentary exploring the lasting impact of World War II here at home. In these days leading up to the premiere, 90.3 is looking at the ways the war touched Northeast Ohio. Today, ideastream education reporter Dan Bobkoff takes a look at the GI Bill -- the legislation that gave World War II veterans a free college education.

Stokes Museum Opens
Posted Friday, September 14
Included in the list of Cleveland's great museums and cultural facilities, there is a new museum open today. But this one is not found among University Circle's grand and imposing halls. This one occupies the corner of a building that anchors a housing project on the city's East Side. But as ideastream's Rick Jackson reports, it tells the story of one man - and in doing so, tells the story of our nation.

Indictments in Solon Mortgage Fraud
Posted Friday, September 14
Indictments in Solon Mortgage Fraud

Wooing Japanese Investment: Lee Fisher Interview
Posted Friday, September 14
Lt. Governor Lee Fisher is leading a foreign trade mission to Japan. He's heading up a nearly 60-member delegation of Ohio business leaders in his dual role as the state's development director. Their goal is to woo more Japanese investment in Ohio and to find places where Ohio investment might pay off. Lee Fisher joins ideastream's Eric Wellman from Japan.

The War: Joseph Pyles Interview
Posted Thursday, September 13
On Sunday, September 23rd, WVIZ/PBS will premiere the first installment of filmmaker Ken Burns' new documentary, The War. Over the course of 14 hours, Burns will explore the lasting impact of World War II on America. In the days leading up to the broadcast, 90.3 will bring you a collection of stories on the ways the war touched Northeast Ohio. ideastream's Eric Wellman has the story of Joseph Pyles, a resident of Cleveland Heights was part of the 92nd infantry - also known as the Buffalo Soldiers.

Justice Dept. to Help Akron Gang Problem
Posted Thursday, September 13
The U.S. Justice Department will help Akron with its gang problem. The justice department will give the Summit County Prosecutor's office almost $150,000 to combat the problem. ideastream's Kymberli Hagelberg has more.

Lost Wages in Two-Income Households
Posted Thursday, September 13
Working families in Northeast Ohio are losing income in households where two people work. That's according to a new Census report. ideastream's economics reporter Tasha Flournoy has more.

Legal Action Filed Against Charter Schools
Posted Thursday, September 13
Ohio's Attorney General is filing legal action against two Dayton-area charter schools for not living up to their contracts. And these could be just the first of several lawsuits to take aim at charter schools that are doing a poor job across Ohio. Statehouse correspondent Bill Cohen reports.

Legislators Present Energy Plan
Posted Thursday, September 13
Just a couple of weeks ago, Ohio's democratic Governor Ted Strickland unveiled his new energy policy. Now some democrats in the Ohio legislature have a plan of their own. Jo Ingles reports from Columbus.

Akron Marks Sixth Anniversary of 9/11
Posted Wednesday, September 12
About 150 residents, clergy members, city officials and schoolchildren gathered at an historic downtown Akron church for a program of music and memories to mark the sixth anniversary of 9/11. ideastream's Kymberli Hagelberg was there.

Browns Trade Frye to Seattle
Posted Wednesday, September 12
Following their blowout loss to Pittsburgh last weekend, the Cleveland Browns have traded quarterback Charlie Frye to the Seattle Seahawks. ideastream's Tasha Flournoy reports on the changes in the Browns QB roster.

Memorial Service Held for Gillmor
Posted Wednesday, September 12
At a memorial service in the Ohio statehouse yesterday, congressman Paul Gillmor was remembered as a dedicated honest public official. Gillmor died last Wednesday in Washington after falling down the stairs in his apartment. Dozens of Gillmor's colleagues in Congress flew to Columbus for the memorial service. Statehouse correspondent Bill Cohen files this report.

NASA Glenn to Upgrade Facilities
Posted Tuesday, September 11
NASA Glenn is launching a 20-year upgrade of its Cleveland and Sandusky facilities worth $150 million. NASA Glenn officials say they are also working with county and local partners to try and get outside help to redevelop other parts of their campuses. ideastream's Mhari Saito reports.

Cleveland Urges Statewide Ban of Firearms to Minors
Posted Tuesday, September 11
The City Of Cleveland has drafted legislation calling for a statewide ban on the possession of firearms by anyone under the age of 21. At a news conference yesterday, Northeast Ohio members of the General Assembly pledged to push the bill through the statehouse. ideastream's David C. Barnett has more.

Election 2008: Democrats Raising More Than Republicans in NE Ohio
Posted Tuesday, September 11
After two quarters of fundraising reported to Federal elections officials, Democrats are beating Republicans in Northeast Ohio at raising money for presidential candidates. ideastream's Kymberli Hagelberg reports.

Foreclosure Prevention Task Force Approves Recommendations
Posted Tuesday, September 11
Foreclosure Prevention Task Force Approves Recommendations

National Money to Target Selected Districts for Election
Posted Tuesday, September 11
Ohio may vote late in the presidential primary process, but it will still be a pivotal state in the general election. That can also be said for congressional races too this time out. Political analysts anticipate a lot of national money will be pouring into Ohio targeting selected districts, mainly Republican ones. From member station WKSU, M.L. Schultze prepared this report.

Health Care Forum Tonight
Posted Monday, September 10
Two democratic state legislators will share different plans on how to get uninsured Ohioans health care at a forum tonight. ideastream's Tasha Flournoy has more on their proposals.

9-11 Remembrances
Posted Monday, September 10
The sixth anniversary of the September 11th attacks tomorrow is being remembered in several Northeast Ohio towns. The city of Cleveland will host a noon remembrance at City Hall; with speeches from the Mayor, Fire Chief, Safety Director, and a player from the Cleveland Browns. Wickliffe Mayor Tom Ruffner plans to open a town hall meeting tomorrow evening with a special program and remembrances of the events of the date. But one of the largest events - will be in Akron. ideastream's Rick Jackson has more.

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