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The Ohio Senate has passed its version of the state budget with zero support from Democrats.
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In the "Sound of Ideas" series "Get to NEO a Leader," host Rick Jackson talks to mayors and city managers throughout Northeast Ohio about the assets and challenges in their part of the region. What community should they highlight next? Send your ideas to us now!
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On the "Sound of Ideas" we will talk to several people living with ADHD, and a doctor who works in diagnosis and treatment.
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The Ohio Senate proposed in its budget amendments to tap the state’s unclaimed property fund to give the Browns $600 million and create a fund for future sports projects as well.
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The new law, which goes into effect in October, was introduced by Ward 17 Councilmember Charles Slife. It also bans employers from asking applicants for their salary history.
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As the state's new operating budget takes shape in Columbus, we're getting a look at what priorities the Senate has for spending over the next two years.
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We’ll talk to the president of the Knight Foundation, which continues to support democracy and independent local news in 26 communities, including Akron.