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Cleveland School District One Step Closer to Performance Pay
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 6:10 PM
The Cleveland School Board approved the tentative agreement last night. The teachers union is expected to vote later this month. StateImpact Ohio's Ida Lieszkovszky reports.
Castro Set to Plead Not Guilty, Attorneys Say
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 5:44 PM
Attorneys for the man accused of kidnapping three Cleveland women and raping them for a decade say they plan to plead not guilty. For Ohio Public Radio, WCPN's Nick Castele reports that Ariel Castro’s lawyers defended his character in an interview with WKYC-TV
New Bill Would Temporarily Take Guns From People Served Protection Orders
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 5:14 PM
When someone who is being abused leaves their abuser, they often find they are at a greater risk. The abused person sometimes gets a restraining order to keep the abuser away. And now, as Ohio Public Radio’s Jo Ingles reports, some lawmakers say authorities ought to temporarily take away the abuser’s guns too.
Restoring Euclid Creek
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 6:00 AM
Wetlands play an important role in the health of an ecosystem—they provide habitat for fish and birds and other biodiversity, and they help filter out pollutants from waterways. Many wetlands have disappeared in Northeast Ohio. But one area is getting a leg up: Euclid Creek. There’s a federally-funded, $1 million dollar restoration project there in its final stages, and ideastream’s Anne Glausser went to check it out.
Cleveland Offers Model Strategy to Help Businesses Cut Energy Use
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 11:16 PM
Around the country, a network of chambers of commerce is helping businesses reduce their energy use, and according to a new report, Cleveland’s approach leads the pack. Ideastream’s Michelle Kanu reports.
Castro’s Neighbors Enjoy Some Relief From Media Blitz
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 8:51 PM
A week and a half after the shocking story of Ariel Castro and his captives made global headlines, the West Side neighborhood where the story broke is finally starting to enjoy a reprieve. Ideastream’s Brian Bull has more.
Northeast Ohioans Can Now Report Tips to Police via Smartphone App
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 6:56 PM
Northeast Ohioans have a new way to report tips and complaints to law enforcement. ideastream’s Nick Castele reports police are now accepting information from the public sent by smartphone app.
State Board Debates Arming Teachers To Keep Schools Safe
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 6:11 PM
School safety was the top topic for the state board of education, which hoped to learn about how to make buildings, staff and students more secure. But Ohio Public Radio’s Karen Kasler reports, one idea that’s been making the rounds is likely to be shot down.
Honda Announces New Accura NSX Will Be Built In Ohio.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 5:27 PM
Honda says it will bring back its so-called "supercar" - the Acura NSX - after suspending production in 2005. The new high performance two-seater will be built in Ohio. From Ohio Public Radio member station WOSU Tom Borgerding reports.
Tri-C Names Names New President
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 4:15 PM
Trustees at Cuyahoga Community College have chosen Alex Johnson to succeed Dr. Jerry Sue Thornton, who retires this summer.
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