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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.
Former Sheriff Bob Reid Says He’ll Run for Cuyahoga County Executive
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 8:51 PM
Former Cuyahoga County Sheriff Bob Reid says he plans to run for county executive next year. ideastream’s Nick Castele reports Reid says he made the decision after current county executive Ed FitzGerald announced he would run for governor rather than seek a second term.
Tea Party Rallies Against IRS Outside Cincinnati Office
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 5:49 PM
Tea Party members from Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana converged in Cincinnati Tuesday to protest the recent IRS scandal. Tana Weingartner of Ohio Public Radio member station WVXU was there and has this report.
GOP’s Grassroots Protest Targets Dems, Competes With Lawnmower
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 5:20 PM
Though the Ohio Republican Party has been dealing with a split among its constituents, the GOP hasn’t forgotten its oldest enemy – the Democrats. Ohio Public Radio’s Karen Kasler reports on a protest that was purely political.
Speed Limit Jumps to 70 MPH on Rural Stretches of Several Highways
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 5:16 PM
Ohioans will soon be able to drive a little faster on some major roadways in the buckeye state.
New Cleveland Clinic Program Takes Different Approach to Weight Management
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 7:35 AM
What makes you reach for that afternoon cookie? What drives food cravings and overeating? A new program at the Cleveland Clinic wants to help people answer this question. That's the topic of today's Tuesday Checkup. ideastream's Anne Glausser spoke with Reporter Evelyn Theiss about her article in the health section of today's Plain Dealer.
Northeast Ohio Jobs Will Spike In Next Decade, Says Regional Business Group
Monday, May 20, 2013 at 10:09 PM
Employment projections for Northeast Ohio paint a mixed picture for the coming decade. That’s from a regional business group that markets the area’s business and commerce sector. Ideastream’s Brian Bull reports.
Cuyahoga County to Launch ‘Reverse 9-1-1’ Emergency Notification System
Monday, May 20, 2013 at 6:56 PM
In the next few months, Cuyahoga County plans to set up what's known as a "reverse 9-1-1 system."
Study: Some Ohio Hospitals Sent Undocumented Immigrants Back to Home Countries
Monday, May 20, 2013 at 5:21 PM
Ohio is reportedly one of 15 states where undocumented immigrants are being sent back to their home country after seeking medical care. Ohio Public Radio’s Karen Kasler says that controversy and concerns regarding immigrants are sparking discussion about immigration reform all across the political spectrum.
Democratic Military Vet Challenges Mandel For Treasurer Post
Monday, May 20, 2013 at 4:53 PM
Ohio's Treasurer, Josh Mandel, has highlighted his military service in recent campaigns for office. But if the Republican Mandel runs for re-election as expected, he might find himself running against a Democratic veteran.
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