Regional Features: Archive by Date

March 2012

Ohio Earns “D” Grade In Ethics and Accountability
Posted Monday, March 26
Democrats say Ohio legislature needs to pass a bill to make state more accountable.

Gay Marriage Supporters Seek Signatures For Ballot Issue
Posted Monday, March 26
In an effort to lift the ban on gay marriage in Ohio, same sex activists intend to hold a petition drive.

Ohio Activists Speak Out As Supreme Court Takes Up Health Care Law
Posted Monday, March 26
The Supreme Court's hearing on the new health care law ignites intense debates on its pros and cons.

SUPCO Hearing Impacts Ohioans
Posted Monday, March 26
The US Supreme Court will hear arguments starting today on the Affordable Care Act.

Community College Plugs Unemployed Into Short Term Training
Posted Sunday, March 25
Community colleges are shifting focus to offer more short term training programs for the unemployed.

Parole Board Denies Clemency For Death Row Inmate
Posted Friday, March 23
Parole board says Mark Wiles confessed and had no brain impairment when he committed murder in 1985.

Attorney General Withdraws Plan to Bar Wrongly Imprisoned From Compensation
Posted Friday, March 23
Mike DeWine says he agrees those wrongly jailed should in fact be entitled to receive some compensation.

StateImpact Ohio: Students Pursue Odd Majors, But Critics Worry About Their Job Prospects
Posted Friday, March 23
Students are opting for a variety of unique majors, but some say they should pay more attention to the job market.

Obama Administration Wants to Rally Support For New Healthcare Law
Posted Friday, March 23
A Clevelander shares his story in their "MyCare" campaign.

Nortech To Help Shape Shale Industry Growth
Posted Friday, March 23
The Northeast Ohio economic development group says it can do much to ensure the burgeoning industry benefits Ohio companies and residents..

Lower Jobless Rate Brings Reduced Benefits
Posted Wednesday, March 21
Ohio’s gradually dropping unemployment rate has been good news, but for those who remain jobless, there’s some bad news attached.

Lawmakers and Business Groups Seek Uniformity In Municipal Tax Laws
Posted Wednesday, March 21
the bill has two goals that some might see as competing – making the system uniform and preserving local control.

Mayor Jackson Finds Bipartisan Support for Legislation to Reform Cleveland Schools
Posted Wednesday, March 21
Despite support, Jackson's plan to circumvent union seniority rules and share money with charter schools still concerns some lawmakers.

Ohio Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Highway Salt Companies
Posted Wednesday, March 21
A lawsuit has been brought against two major highway salt companies alleging they ripped off Ohio taxpayers to the tune of $50-million.

Changing Gears: Agricultural Strength
Posted Wednesday, March 21
It's not just farmers who need agriculture in the economy.

Saving The C27j
Posted Wednesday, March 21
Battle rages to keep specific aircraft stationed in Ohio.

Cancer Survivor Rallies For Insurance Coverage Of Both Pill And I.V. Treatment
Posted Tuesday, March 20
Ohio lawmakers are being urged to tell insurance companies to cover both IV and pill form of cancer medications.

Plan To Repeal Election Reform Picks Up Steam
Posted Tuesday, March 20
An election reform law that is set for referendum in November could be repealed before reaching the ballot.

Shelving Kasich’s Drilling Tax Plan Does Not Stop Its Debate
Posted Tuesday, March 20
Although Governor Kasich’s drilling tax plan has been suspended, lawmakers continue to discuss it.

Tuesday Check UP:Human Cell Reproduction
Posted Tuesday, March 20
Replacing body parts could be just a few years away, with research ongoing in Cleveland.

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