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Statehouse Democrats Demand More Information from JobsOhio
Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 6:01 PM
As they prepare for next year’s statewide campaigns for governor and other offices, Democrats continue to hammer away at Gov. Kasich’s key accomplishment in office so far. Statehouse correspondent Karen Kasler reports on the four-part JobsOhio Accountability Act.
Medical Marijuana Supporters Approved to Collect Signatures for Ballot Issue
Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 5:54 PM
Backers of a plan to allow Ohioans to vote on a measure to legalize medical marijuana and allow for hemp to be grown have cleared another hurdle. Ohio Public Radio’s Jo Ingles explains why.
Review of Voter Fraud Cases Instills Confidence In Ohio’s Voting System
Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 5:40 PM
Voter fraud is an issue that’s talked about a lot around election time but Ohio’s top elections official says it’s not a big problem in Ohio. Statehouse correspondent Jo Ingles takes a look at the post 2012 presidential election report and has more on the story.
Move Aside, Dummy….We’re Setting Up The Next Shoot
Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 2:00 PM
Filming continues of the Captain America sequel in downtown Cleveland. Photos from today's shoot depict a chase scene and shootout between one of the film's main characters and law enforcement.
Buoyed By Optimism, City’s Entrepreneurs Still Inch Along With Employment Plans
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 6:32 PM
2013 might just be good enough to start hiring again. That's the word from entrepreneurs across Greater Cleveland anyway, who have emerged from the recession cautious but eager to add to their workforce. As Ideastream's Brian Bull reports, the hiring outlook is both upbeat and modest.
Cleveland Residents Urged To Be Better Ambassadors
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 6:25 PM
Cleveland's tourism bureau is pulling out the stops in making the city more marketable as a travel destination. Ideastream's Bill Rice reports part of the plan is changing the attitude of LOCALS toward their city.
Republican Sponsored Student Voting Bill Lacks GOP Support
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 5:23 PM
It looks like a controversial bill affecting student voting might not have enough support to make it in the budget after all. Ohio Public Radio’s Jo Ingles has details.
Democrats Blast Republicans Over Election Reform Plans
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 5:16 PM
Democratic state lawmakers say the Republicans who control the Ohio House and Senate are passing bills that make it harder for voters who tend to favor Democrats at the ballot box. But Republicans say the Democrats have it wrong. Ohio Public Radio’s Jo Ingles reports on the fight over voting rights.
Ohio Senate Democrats Propose Extra School Funding, Other Budget Amendments
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 5:00 PM
Democratic state senators say they will propose amendments to the budget plan under consideration now by the Republican-controlled Senate.
Budish Steps Down as Ohio House Minority Leader, Eyes Cuyahoga County Executive Seat
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 9:24 AM
There’s a new team leading Democrats in the Ohio House. Statehouse correspondent Karen Kasler explains.
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