WCPN Public NewsRoom Archive



Feeling the Heat (2007-10-09)
A long, hot summer ends with record high temperatures


Lawmakers May Have A Prayer (2007-10-09)
Ohio House Speaker to allow sectarian prayer before sessions


Mother Charged with Drowning Daughters (2007-10-03)
Mother charged in deaths of 2 girls drowned in bathtub


Ex-Diocese Accountant Convicted (2007-10-03)
Former accountant for Catholic diocese guilty in kickback scheme


Eminent Domain Aftermath (2007-09-27)
Judge says couple who won eminent domain fight must repay developer


GM Strikers Return to Work (2007-09-27)
Ohio workers end picketing as UAW announces deal with GM


Interim official hired to fill in for mother of dead toddler (2007-09-25)
Assistant principal on indefinate paid leave after her 2-year-old died in hot car


Judge dismisses lawsuit to count Summit County absentee ballots (2007-09-25)
Ballots that were delivered late by mail will not count


Ohio University police form school's first SWAT team (2007-09-24)
Ohio University police say they are taking steps to protect students


Bar association calls for Ohio to suspend death penalty system (2007-09-24)
Flaws in Ohio's capital punishment system cause the ABA to take a stand.


Northeast Ohio considers modifying diesel engines to reduce soot (2007-09-24)
US Environmental Protection Agency calls for Northeast Ohio public agencies to clean up their act.


Local March Supports 'Jena 6' (2007-09-21)
Hundreds stage local march while thousands march in Jena, Louisiana.


Ohio Rock Legend Enters Gospel Hall of Fame (2007-09-14)
Guitarist Phil Keaggy is headed to Gospel Hall of Fame on October 29 October


Rhode Island Wants Sherwin Williams To Pay For Lead Clean-up (2007-09-14)
State wants companies to pay $2.4 billion to clean up lead


Mourners at Statehouse pay respects to congressman (2007-09-11)
Republican legislator lays in state following his untimely death


Akron mayor faces rare primary challenger (2007-09-11)
Finley is the first democratic challenger for Plusquellic in 20 years.


Ohio Supercomputer Boots Up (2007-09-05)
A military supercomputer makes it's debut at Wright-Patterson AFB.


Parma Man Faces Third Trial (2007-09-05)
A federal court in Cincinnati has ordered a new trial for Clevland-area man accused of murdering his wife.


Ohio Supreme Court says voters can decide lead-paint issue (2007-08-31)
Court overturn's Governor Strickland's Veto of bill to limit lead paint damages


Comedian Andy Dick ticketed for urinating on sidewalk (2007-08-31)
Bad behavior in an Ohio nightclub lands comedian Andy Dick in court


FBI investigating bomb threats at U.S. stores, 2 Ohio colleges (2007-08-30)
Threatening phone calls to two colleges deemed to be a hoax


Commission sues school over administrator's dismissal (2007-08-30)
Male teacher claims he was penalized for advocating for equal pay for women


Second round of triplets born to Ohio couple (2007-08-30)
Against all odds - it's three times two for a Cincinnati area mom


Egg Mega Farm Decision Reversed (2007-08-23)
Appeals panel says Ohio egg producer can keep permits


New School Year, New Ideas (2007-08-23)
Cleveland schools trying new ideas to trim dropout rate


A Bright Side of Economic Slump (2007-08-14)
Lower electricity demand means fewer blackouts, officials say


Conjoined Twins Surgery Called Off (2007-08-13)
Conjoined twins from Romania won't have separation surgery in Cleveland.


Conjoined Twins Surgery Called Off (2007-08-13)
Conjoined twins from Romania won't have separation surgery in Cleveland.


Ohio Native Has System to Track Miners (2007-08-10)
Ex-sub technician develops new tracking system to locate miners


Historic Highway Bricks Discovered (2007-08-09)
Historic highway bricks found by a road crew in Canton


Major setback in Utah mine rescue effort (2007-08-08)
Earthquakes make digging out trapped miners difficult


Fireman Denies Guilt in 4th of July shootings (2007-08-08)
Defense will challenge intent in fireworks slayings


Man slides headfirst into trash chute, dies of suffocation (2007-08-08)
Death appears accidental, when man lost his balance throwing out the trash


Informant Invented Testimony (2007-08-07)
Informant says he and a federal drug agent made up testimony


Teens Deny Traffic Death Charges (2007-08-07)
Four teens deny charges in stolen-car traffic death


Woman catches Tiger Woods ball at Bridgestone (2007-08-06)
She says the bruises are worth seeing the famed golfer smile


Ohio's first ethanol plants on schedule to open next year (2007-08-06)
Corn powered fuel on the horizon for the buckeye state


Nearly 400 Ohio Bridges Given Poor Grades (2007-08-03)
Despite poor inspection results officilas say there's no cause for alarm


Feds accuse postmaster of tossing out mail (2007-08-02)
Disgruntled employee could spend up to five years in prison


Rain Reigns in Rush Hour (2007-08-02)
Thunderstorm floods downtown Cleveland streets. No injuries reported.


Hamilton County seeks permission to put three prisoners in a cell (2007-08-02)
Prison budget constraints put the squeeze on inmates


Ohio State to offer minor in pop culture (2007-08-02)
Rap, comic strips and fashion will make up new degree


Minneapolis collapse prompts questions about Ohio bridges (2007-08-02)
State says that Ohio's aging bridges are regularly inspected and structurally sound


Broker Back Behind Bars (2007-08-01)
Broker challenges return to prison after weeks at halfway house


Ohio agency proposes 3 months of guaranteed maternity leave (2007-08-01)
Would-be mothers have state support despite business objections


Cause of Pregnant Woman's Death Unclear (2007-08-01)
Medical examiner unable to determine how pregnant woman died


Broker challenges return to prison after weeks at halfway house (2007-08-01)
Following a brief taste of freedom, broker is back behind bars


Teens accused of plotting Columbine-style attacks on church (2007-07-26)
Potential terrorists charged with delinquency and conspiracy to commit arson


Food bank warns donated chili may be contaminated (2007-07-26)
Morton House Chili recalled nationally for Botulism


Sting nets Ohio man accused of seeking children to torture (2007-07-26)
Twisted water dunking plot foiled by Secret Service agent


Cleveland Zoo Kangaroo Euthanized After Accident (2007-07-25)
Kangaroo euthanized after train accident at Cleveland zoo


Chastised Teen Indicted (2007-07-25)
The target of a critical note from Cleveland Councilman Michael Polensek has been charged with drug crimes


Northeast Ohio teens survive being stranded at St. Louis arch (2007-07-24)
Visit to Landmark turns into an adventure for Wiloughby Hills tourists


Carey picked to replace Barker on 'The Price is Right' (2007-07-24)
Famous Cleveland comedian to rock Los Angeles game show


Car crashes into day care center (2007-07-24)
Mom accidentally gets creative at Creative Playrooms - drives car into building.


Celebrated tuition freeze puts squeeze on college savings fund (2007-07-23)
College savings fund performance is tied fixed prices of Ohio tuition


Family tries to stay together as mother's deportation looms (2007-07-23)
Denied asylum request may mean family has to split


High Octane Popcorn Prices (2007-07-23)
Increasing popularity of ethanol is pushing up the price of popcorn.


A Rose By Any Other Name (2007-07-23)
Rare, smelly flower finally blooms at the Cleveland zoo.


Cleveland councilman defends 'hate letters' (2007-07-23)
Polensek says he just wants people to know how he feels


Police: Indoor marijuana nurseries appearing in northeast Ohio (2007-07-23)
Vietnemese gangs setting up drug operations in suburban Ohio homes


Search on for swimmers missing in Lake Erie (2007-07-20)
Coast Guard resumes search called off due to rough weather


Columbus plans to remove 12,000 trees to stop bug (2007-07-20)
Ash trees under assault by beetles: city foresters fight back


Tax Break for Ohio Seniors (2007-07-17)
Thousands of seniors take advantage of property tax break


Cincinnati Post to Cease Publication (2007-07-17)
E.W. Scripps announces the Cincinnati Post will stop publication at year's end


Ohio bankruptcies on the rise again (2007-07-16)
Despite new law, bankruptcy filings are up more than 50 percent


Cleveland may be headed for homicide spike (2007-07-16)
Recent surge in violence may set a new record for homicides


Jury to decide award for tainted french fries (2007-07-16)
Ohio company may pay for poisoned french fries, the question is how much


Man dies attempting to remove copper from power line (2007-07-16)
Metal theft proves risky business for Hamilton man


U.S. marshal pleased with fugitive surrender program (2007-07-13)
Criminals on the run are offered a simple way to turn themselves in


Top law enforcer authorizes home security system for deputy (2007-07-13)
State foots the bill for protection from unfounded threats


Politician resigns over strippers at golf outing (2007-07-13)
Scandal causes Irish resolve to buckle - party leader steps down


Cleveland Athletic Club, hurt by street work, facing bankruptcy (2007-07-12)
Urban renewal project may be hurting, not helping, local business


Cleveland Public Square may get curfew; homeless advocates upset (2007-07-12)
Plan to clean up Public Square will oust homeless and late night loiterers


2 boys accused of raping 5-year-old girl (2007-07-12)
Backyard games turn into assault and land child offenders to court


Ohio State's former president Gordon Gee returns to top job (2007-07-12)
OSU's new president is leaving Nashville and following his heart home


OSU Trustees Welcome Back Gee (2007-07-12)
Ohio State University trustees voted Thursday to rehire Gordon Gee as president


Insurers expect June hail storm to cost $105M (2007-07-12)
A little ice, a lot of dents. One-day storm causes millions in property damage.


29 cities have agreed to conserve water (2007-07-12)
Got water? The great Lakes do, and they have a plan to keep it that way.


Edwards Due Back In Northeast Ohio (2007-07-12)
Candidate John Edwards is back in Northeast Ohio courting the rust belt vote next week


Lawmaker launches new effort to ban abortions in Ohio (2007-07-12)
Ohio republicans say they plan to revive the abortion debate


Government report shows Ohio drought expanding (2007-07-12)
Hot weather forecast spells bad news for parched land


Turnpike Shooter Sentenced (2007-07-11)
Ohio turnpike shooter sentenced in case of slain Pennsylvania doctor


President Bush visits northeast Ohio (2007-07-10)
President Bush comes to Cleveland today, with Iraq concerns overshadowing his trip.


Live shells turn up at scrap yard (2007-07-10)
What appeared to be two live World War Two-era military shells have been found in a shipment of scrap metal.


Police report at least 2 dead, several injured in crash (2007-07-10)
A pregnant woman from Cleveland is one of at least two people killed in a crash on Interstate 75 in southern Kentucky.


Bush warns troop levels won't be decided by `political figures.' (2007-07-10)
Bush discusses alternative energy, affordable healthcare, and Iraq - over corned beef in Cleveland


Ohio State Presidential Search Continues (2007-07-10)
Joseph Alutto is temporarily leading OSU while the Board of Trustees search for a new president.


Cleveland researchers unearth human forerunners (2007-07-10)
Ancient egyptian teeth may hold clues to human evolution


White House Says Ohio Guard is Adequately Equipped (2007-07-10)
White House assures Ohio Governor that the National Guard has proper equipment, but Ted Strickland is skptical


Midwest tops list of regions that volunteer (2007-07-09)
The spirit of volunteerism is thriving in the heartland, but not so much on the coasts.


Attorney General takes aim at tire dumps (2007-07-09)
State environmental officials are seeking
to recoup at least $23 million spent cleaning up illegally discarded tires from dumps around Ohio.<


NAACP president charged in ethics scandal (2007-07-04)
A former member of the oversight commission for the Bureau of Workers' Compensation has been charged with ethics violations accusing him of accepting inappropriate meals, flights and other gifts.


Springfield hopes to become Simpsons' Springfield (2007-07-04)
The western Ohio city of Springfield wants to be named the official Springfield of the popular television cartoon series "The Simpsons" even if the campaign may seem a little low-key.


Former soldier will serve prison time (2007-07-02)
A former soldier from northeast Ohio today begins serving a six-month sentence in the 1990 death of a fellow U.S. soldier outside a bar in Germany.


New president begins work at Case (2007-07-02)
It's a kind of homecoming day for former Case Western Reserve University law professor Barbara Snyder.


Clinic implements new smoking policy (2007-06-28)
The Cleveland Clinic will ban the hiring of smokers beginning September first.


Non profit faces dire financial problems (2007-06-28)
The Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless is steeped in debt and could close at the end of July without an infusion of cash.


Vigil will honor Jessie Davis (2007-06-27)
North Canton neighbors of a pregnant woman who was killed plan a vigil outside her home Friday evening.


Columbus hopes to lure white beards (2007-06-27)
Columbus is rolling out the red carpet for the guy in the red suit.


Computer Drive Missing at Bowling Green University (2007-06-27)
Bowling Green State University says a computer flash drive is missing that contained personal information on about 18-hundred current and former students.


Vigil and Funeral For Jesse Davis (2007-06-27)
Neighbors of Jesse Davis, the North Canton woman who was slain two weeks ago, plan a vigil outside her home Friday evening.


Delphi Workers to Vote on Contract (2007-06-27)
Thousands of Delphi workers at 17 facilities across the country are set to begin voting tonight on a four-year contract.


Judge's ruling expands who may opt out of unions (2007-06-26)
A federal judge in Columbus says a union employee can't be forced to pay dues if their religious beliefs conflict with their union's political positions.


Key witness returns to stand in murder trial (2007-06-26)
The man who has admitted to gunning down a Pennsylvania doctor along the Ohio Turnpike trial returns to the stand today in the murder-for-hire trial of the doctor's wife.


Boyfriend charged in Canton slaying (2007-06-25)
An affidavit filed in the case of Jessie
Davis accuses Canton police officer Bobby Cutts Junior of killing the pregnant woman in her home the day after her mother last heard from her.<


Prison sold at auction (2007-06-25)
A former state prison has been sold at auction for 89-thousand-500 dollars.


Environmentalists Suing Shipping Companies (2007-06-22)
Several environmental groups say they're going to sue shipping companies over the invasion of exotic species in the Great Lakes.


State's Costliest Bridge Opens (2007-06-22)
A new, iconic 220 Million-dollar bridge opens Sunday in Toledo.


Search Continues for Missing Northeast Ohio Woman (2007-06-21)
Hundreds of people are searching for a Canton-area woman missing for a week.


Bob Evans Dies (2007-06-21)
Billion dollar sausage-maker Bob Evans dies after bout with pneumonia


County sales tax could go higher (2007-06-20)
Shoppers in Cleveland and the surrounding county already pay the highest sales tax in the state, and officials want to make it even higher.


Obama suggests city support green technology (2007-06-20)
Presidential contender Barack Obama says
cities such as Youngstown that have lost manufacturing jobs can have a future in alternative energy.


Elections Chief Seeks Experts to Test Voting Machine Security (2007-06-18)
Ohio's Secretary of State seeks proposals from firms to oversee Ohio's voting machines.


Investigation continues in case of missing woman (2007-06-18)
An intensive search is under way in the Canton area for a missing woman nine months pregnant.


Family and Friends Baffled By Area Woman's Disappearance (2007-06-18)
Family, friends and police continue their search for missing Northeast Ohio woman.


High profile trial begins in Akron (2007-06-18)
Both sides outlined their cases today in Akron federal court in the Ohio Turnpike slaying of a wealthy Pennsylvania doctor.


Case Against Sherwin Williams Dismissed (2007-06-15)
A lawsuit against several paint manufacturers has been thrown out in New Jersey


State Worker Data Stolen (2007-06-15)
Personal information on thousands of state employees is missing


Some Akron students may soon be living in silos (2007-06-14)
The newest University of Akron dormitories will get a lot of attention.


Ohio commuters prefer their cars (2007-06-14)
A Census Bureau report says more people than ever are driving alone to work -- especially in Ohio.


New County Elections Board Chief Says Change is Underway (2007-06-12)
The Cuyahoga County's Board of Elections picked its new director today.


Not Enough Signatures to Overturn Smoking Ban in Bars (2007-06-12)
An effort by bar and club owners seeking to partially reverse the state's smoking ban was shot down Monday due to a lack of valid signatures.


Boy charged as adult in officer shooting (2007-06-11)
A 15-year-old boy will be tried as an adult in the shooting death of a Toledo police officer.


Cavs fans treated to 3-D show (2007-06-11)
Cleveland Cavaliers fans got their first look at a new television format -- and they say they liked what they saw.


While Others Face Closure, a Small Cleveland Church Expands (2007-06-07)
A small Cleveland congregation is looking to grow into the suburbs.


Priests discuss plan to close churches (2007-06-04)
Catholic priests across the Cleveland diocese told parishioners at Mass yesterday about plans for consolidating area churches.


ACLU requests identities of executioners (2007-06-04)
Ohio finds itself in the middle of the
latest national debate over the death penalty: Should executioners' identities be protected?<


Cleveland Doctors Prepare to Separate Conjoined Twins (2007-06-04)
Local doctors will begin surgery on three-year-old conjoined twins Wednesday.


Plan to Halt College Tuition Hikes (2007-06-04)
College tuitions would be frozen for the next two years under a budget proposal Senate Republicans unveiled Monday.


Experts Downplay Ash Borer Threat (2007-05-29)
Forest experts say a destructive beetle may not be nearly as big a threat as state officials have described.


Goodyear Wins Pay Discrimination Suit (2007-05-29)
In a case involving Akron-based Goodyear, the U-S Supreme Court has put new limits on workers' ability to sue over pay discrimination.


Ohio man executed after delay (2007-05-24)
After a delay caused by difficulty finding a suitable vein, Ohio has executed a man by lethal injection for the beating death of his cellmate.<


Cause of bus crash still unknown (2007-05-24)
A federal official says investigators are still a ways from determining what caused the deadly Bluffton University bus crash.


Keeping an Eye On Crime (2007-05-24)
Columbus plans to try out video surveillance cameras that would keep watch over neighborhoods, downtown festivals and possibly recreation centers and parks, too.


Easing Access to the Ballot (2007-05-24)
Third-party candidates will face fewer restrictions to get on the ballot for next year's elections.


Last Meal for Death Row Inmate (2007-05-23)
A death-row inmate preparing to be executed tomorrow for killing his cellmate has eaten his last meal.


Oberlin Council asks Congress to impeach President (2007-05-23)
Oberlin Council asks Congress to impeach President


Strickland calls on President to deal with gas prices (2007-05-23)
Governor Strickland and 16 other Democratic governors are urging President Bush to do something about high gasoline prices.


Average Gasoline Price At New High (2007-05-18)
Average gasoline prices are hitting new highs in Ohio and across the nation.


Absolved Prisoner Settles For $1.5 Million (2007-05-18)
A Columbus man who spent 26 years in prison for crimes he did not commit is settling a wrongful imprisonment lawsuit with the state for one-point-five (m) million dollars.


Hospitals Picking Up More Health Care Tabs (2007-05-18)
Hospital officials in the Cleveland and Akron areas say they're increasingly picking up the tab for health care for the poor.


Senators Push to Eliminate E-Check (2007-05-16)
Northeast Ohio Senators Tim Grendell and Kevin Coughlin say e-check is doing little to improve air quality.


Prison Time for Brunswick Bomb Threats (2007-05-15)
19-year-old man who made threats that closed Brunswick High for three days was not a student at the school.


Plain Dealer Names New Editor (2007-05-15)
Susan Goldberg moves to Plain Dealer from similar post at San Jose Mercury News. She's the paper's first woman editor.


Oberlin Appoints New President (2007-05-15)
Marvin Krislov to replace retiring Nancy Dye July first.


CVS Employee Suspended Over Fatal Drug Error (2007-05-11)
The C-V-S pharmacy in Euclid says it was unaware of Katie Dudash's involvement in the 2006 death of a 2-year-old Mentor girl at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital.


No More Ex-Cons at Akron U. (2007-05-11)
Four ex-cons have been told they won't be allowed back as dormitory residents next fall.


Cleveland is the Home of the Patriot Bowl (2007-05-10)
The commission plans for the Patriot Bowl to be an annual event featuring a Mid-American Conference school from Ohio playing against Army, Navy or Air Force during Labor Day weekend at Cleveland Browns Stadium.


Cultural Gardens Theft Case is Busted (2007-05-10)
The missing busts are those of an immigrant Slovak Catholic priest and a Hungarian poet.


Ohio Workers' Comp Official Sentenced On Bribery Charges (2007-05-09)
Terrence Gasper had pleaded guilty last June to accepting bribes in exchange for doling out agency business.


Art Imitates Life in Funky Comic Strip (2007-05-09)
Beginning with today's strip, main character Lisa Moore finds her cancer, which has returned after seven years, has gotten much worse.


May Election Day Underway (2007-05-08)
Officials say all the polling places opened on time this morning in Cuyahoga County.


Coyote Den Closes Hiking Trail (2007-05-08)
The Akron Metroparks says the one-point-two mile stretch of the trail in Richfield will remain closed for up to eight weeks.


State Senate Reviewing House Budget (2007-05-07)
The state Senate is reviewing the 52-billion dollar budget proposal the House passed unanimously last week.


Ford To Close Brook Park Casting Plant (2007-05-07)
The automaker also says it will idle its Cleveland Engine Plant One in Brook Park for at least a year starting in two weeks.


Hopkins Runway Extension Falls Short (2007-05-07)
The extension was once considered critical to link the airport to more international destinations.


Four New Appointees to Cuyahoga Election Board (2007-05-07)
Like the old board, the new one has two Democrats and two Republicans, as required by law.


Hopkins Shelves Runway Expansion For Now (2007-05-07)
The city of Cleveland has decided to curtail a plan to extend a runway at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.


Gasoline Prices Still Rising (2007-05-04)
Gas prices are up again over the past 24 hours, surpass $3.00 average.


Former CIA Director Urges Ohio to Divest from Companies Dealing with Iran (2007-05-04)
Former Director James Woolsey says Ohio should take the lead in stripping investments from companies that do business with Iran.


Gasoline Prices Near Historic High (2007-05-03)
Statewide average for self-service regular is $2.98, according to AAA.


Feds Look to Cleveland for Prescription Advice (2007-05-03)
Government to use UH example to set rules on e-prescriptions.


Blast Downs Fulton Bridge (2007-05-02)
Demolition contractor needed two tries to demolish bridge with explosives.


Former Guardsman: No Order to Fire (2007-05-02)
Guardsman who fired on students at Kent State in 1970 says he heard no order to fire.


Richmond Heights Teachers Strike (2007-05-02)
Teachers begin strike over salary demands; they'd worked without contract since last year.


National City Expands (2007-05-01)
Cleveland-based National City Corporation to acquire branches in Chicago and Milwaukee markets.


City Council Speaks Out on Youth Violence (2007-05-01)
Several council actions in recent days addressed youth violence problem; members promise renewed commitment.


Cavs Complete Sweep (2007-05-01)
Cavs accomplist first post-season sweep in team history.


AG to Probe College Kickbacks (2007-05-01)
Marc Dann looking for illegal relationships between college officials and student loan providers.


Divestiture Sponsors Check Own Portfolios (2007-04-30)
Sponsors want to pull state investments out of Iran, but find they own stock in company doing business there.


Kent State Recording Said to Reveal Order to Fire (2007-04-30)
One of the nine people wounded in the May, 1970 shootings wants the case re-opened.


National City Profits Drop (2007-04-30)
Earnings fall 30% compared to year-ago quarter; company blames soft housing market.


Groups Question Border Detention (2007-04-27)
American citizens complain they're routinely detained for hours at northern border entry points.


Guilty Plea in Artist Killings (2007-04-27)
Cleveland man to spend rest of life in prison for murders of Masumi Hayashi and John Jackson.


First Quarter Loss for Goodyear (2007-04-27)
Goodyear blames loss on 12-week strike last year, but says share values are still rising.


Tire Workers Okay New Deal (2007-04-26)
New three-year contract for Bridgestone Firestone mirrors Goodyear agreement; covers workers in Akron and other cities.


McGain Gains, Obama Falls in New Poll (2007-04-26)
Quinnipiac poll shows Giuliani leading GOP contenders, but McCain has narrowed gap; Obama falls to third among Dems.


Cleveland+ to Market Region (2007-04-26)
Civic groups team up to market region to the rest of the country's business people and tourists.


Diebold Loses Money in First Quarter (2007-04-25)
NE Ohio maker of ATM's and electronic voting devices took a first quarter loss.


Ohio Seeing High-Tech Growth (2007-04-25)
New nanotechnology jobs heading to Ohio; NE Ohio leads the way in attracting biotechnology investment.


Kucinich: Impeach Cheney (2007-04-25)
Cleveland Congressman introduces articles of impeachment, but is getting no support from Democratic colleagues.


City Council OKs Curfew, Spray Paint Restriction (2007-04-24)
New curfew applies to 13 and 14 year olds who now must be off the street by 9:30 p.m.


Kucinich Delays Impeachment Plan (2007-04-24)
Cleveland Congressman to delay plan to file impeachment articles against Vice President Cheney.


Filiaggi Executed (2007-04-24)
Convicted Lorain killer apologizes to family whose world he "flipped up."


Filiaggi Execution to Proceed (2007-04-24)
Federal courts have refused to delay execution; Governor Strickland also turned down clemency request.


Brunner Appoints Two More to BOE (2007-04-23)
Secretary of State has filled three of the four vacancies on the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections.


Leaders Discuss Eminent Domain (2007-04-23)
Laws pending in House and Senate would restrict use of eminent domain.


Third Federal Goes Public (2007-04-23)
Third Federal offers a billion dollars in stock, or about 30% of its holdings.


Filiaggi Execution Delay Denied (2007-04-23)
Convicted Lorain County killer faces execution tomorrow unless a federal appeals court intervenes.


Filiaggi Fights for Life (2007-04-20)
Convicted killer James Filiaggi asks Ohio Supreme Court to delay scheduled Tuesday execution.


Threat Closes Berea High (2007-04-20)
School officials call off classes after a threat appeared on an internet site.


New Life for Ohio Wind Power (2007-04-20)
Federal study says wind power potential in Ohio is double previous estimates.


Mystery Critters Roam Geauga County (2007-04-19)
Many people have spotted goat-like creatures not known to be indigenous to northeast Ohio.


Higher Ed Retools for Local Economy (2007-04-19)
State's higher education leader says northeast Ohio economy will not stall for lack of qualified workers.


Bush Vows Troop Withdrawal Veto in Ohio Speech (2007-04-19)
President Bush says he'll veto legislation that sets troop withdrawal timetable.


Rock n' Renovation (2007-04-19)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to get facelift next spring.


Wooster's Mayor Dies (2007-04-18)
James Howey served three terms as Mayor after running the city's maintenance department.


City Council: Retain Abatements (2007-04-18)
Majority of council members emerge from retreat vowing to retain property tax abatements for new and rehab housing.


Sponsor Says Bill Provides More Cable Access (2007-04-18)
Legislation would allow cable TV companies to serve communities after paying one statewide fee.


Juvenile Court Changes Procedures (2007-04-17)
Reforms are designed to prevent incidents like the shooting of an 18-year-old by her ex-boyfriend.


Companies Post Earnings Figures (2007-04-17)
American Greetings lost money in its latest quarter; KeyCorp earnings rose 21 per cent.


Panel Reviews Smoke Ban Rules (2007-04-16)
Joint rule committee examines rules under which the state's indoor smokiong ban will be administered.


Water Levels Threaten Shipping (2007-04-16)
Shippers express concern over Great Lakes levels that will force them to lighten loads to reduce draught.


Eaton Sets Quarterly Earnings Record (2007-04-16)
Cleveland's Eaton Corporation posts record profits of $234-million.


Michelin to Close NE Ohio Plant (2007-04-13)
Michelin will close plant that makes specialty tires with loss of 70 jobs.


Goodyear Looks to Cut Production Costs (2007-04-11)
Tire company's CEO says cost-cutting might require getting more materials from China.


New Perch Limit on L. Erie (2007-04-11)
Governor concerned about psosible overfishing on Lake Erie.


Altered photo (2007-04-10)
The Toledo Blade photographer who altered a photo has resigned.


Indians in Milwaukee (2007-04-10)
City of Clevleand will lose as much as $150K when Indians play games in Milwaukee.


Pride clinic opens in Cleveland (2007-04-09)
Organizers say the Pride Clinic in Cleveland, is the first of its kind in Ohio. The clinic serves the gay, lesbian, transgender community.


Columbus seeking bilingual foster parents (2007-04-09)
Franklin County, which includes Columbus, seeks bilingual foster parents for increasingly diverse population.


Pastor led church to financial ruin (2007-04-06)
A Baptist Reverend loses his home and church to bad investments.


Kucinich says Bush trying to inflame Iran situation (2007-04-06)
Democratic presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich says President Bush is setting himself up for impeachment, by setting up war in Iran.


CMA buys statue of Hindu god (2007-04-05)
The Cleveland Museum of Art has paid 4 million dollars for statue of Hindu god.


Bad Cincinnati pitch hits YouTube (2007-04-05)
The Mayor of Cincinnati is taking a ribbing for his bad Opening Day pitch.


Brunner suspends Bennett (2007-04-04)
Ohio Secretary of State Jennifer Brunner has suspended Cuyahoga Board of Elections chair Bob Bennet.


Frat suspended for hazing (2007-04-04)
The Miami University chapter of Phi Gamma Delta is supended for hazing and alcohol violations.


Brunner takes over elections board (2007-04-03)
Ohio's Secretary of State has taken over the much criticized Cuyahoga County Elections Board.


Foundations say go green to get green (2007-04-03)
The Cleveland and Gund Foundations will require nonprofits seeking funds for buildings will have to go green.


Hoover plant to close (2007-04-02)
Vacuum maker will close plant in North Canton Ohio.


Conjoined twins arrive in Cleveland today (2007-04-02)
Three-year old conjoined twins will arrive in Cleveland today for surgery at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital.


Voinovich says White House mishandled firings (2007-03-30)
Ohio US Senator George Voinovich is among those calling for the resignation of Albert Gonzales.


Tribe goes green (2007-03-30)
Solar panels are going to be installed at Jacob's Field and the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland.


OU degree revoked for plagiarism (2007-03-29)
A former Ohio University student's masters degree is revoked for plagiarism.


New bishop in Youngstown (2007-03-29)
Bishop George Murry is installed as Youngstown bishop, the fifth in the 64 year life of the diocese.


Strickland transportation budget approved (2007-03-28)
A Ohio House-Senate committee has appropved Strickland's 7.8 billion dollar budget.


Lawmakers remove outdated language (2007-03-28)
Ohio state lawmakers have removed outdated language describing mentally ill from Ohio Revised Code.


Home foreclosure rate up (2007-03-27)
A report from Policy Matters Ohio shows unfavorable news of foreclosure rates.


BWC audit confirms abuse of power (2007-03-27)
The audit of the Ohio Bureau of Worker's Comp confirms key details.


OSU ponders vet shortage (2007-03-26)
Ohio State University is concerned about shortage of vet students who plan to treat livestock.


Test anxiety (2007-03-26)
New graduation test in Ohio has fewer multiple choice questions and more short essays.


Interior Deputy Secretary in town for listening session on parks (2007-03-23)
Lynn Scarlett will be in town Monday to discuss President Bush's National Centennial Initiative.


Supco to look at veto (2007-03-23)
Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's first veto will undergo scrutiny in Supreme Court.


Brunner issues complaint (2007-03-23)
Ohio Secretary of State Brunner continues efforts to remove elections board.


Cuyahoga exodus (2007-03-22)
A census report shows that Cuyahoga Countys drop in population rivals those counties affected by Hurricane Katrina.


Brunner pleased with resignation (2007-03-22)
Edward Coaxum resigns from Cuyahoga Board of Elections, but remaining three members likely to go to court rather than resign.


School rash outbreak still a mystery (2007-03-21)
Cause of rash outbreak among Alliance students still unclear.


Gun dealer under fire (2007-03-21)
An Ohio gun shop sued by NYC for selling guns that ended up in criminal hands.


Elections board members resist request to resign (2007-03-20)
The Ohio Secretary of State has called for resignation of Cuyahoga County elections leaders, who refuse her request.


Denison drops standardized tests (2007-03-20)
Denison University is dropping standardized tests from their admissions criteria.


Plans for tobacco money (2007-03-19)
Ohio Governor wants to make sure that tobacco settlement money is used for construction of new schools.


Akron fatality (2007-03-19)
Over the weekend, a teenager was shot to death by Akron police.


Firefighter monument unveiled (2007-03-16)
A new monument to firefighters is located between Brown's Stadium and the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland.


Strickland shares budget (2007-03-16)
Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's new budget calls for changes to voucher program.


Strickland calls for cuts in state of state (2007-03-15)
In his first state of the state, Strickland calls for changes to Medicaid, elimination of vouchers.


Tornado in Elyria (2007-03-15)
Tornado does minor damage to Staples office store in Ohio.


Stricklands state of state (2007-03-14)
Governor will outline plans, talk budget, in his first state of state.


Election workers sentenced (2007-03-14)
Cuyahoga county election workers are sentenced to 18 months for rigging election recount.


House will vote on state budget (2007-03-13)
Finance committee doesn't approve of Strickland's proposed change to review of construction project priority.


Earthquake rattles northeast Ohio (2007-03-13)
An earthquake in northeast Ohio registered 3.6 on the Richter scale.


Strickland preps for state of state (2007-03-12)
Governor Strickland hasn't revealed outline for state of state, expected to continue vow to not raise taxes.


OSU wins top seed (2007-03-12)
The top ranked Ohio men's basketball team will take the top seed going in to the NCAA.


OU students in trouble with recording industry (2007-03-09)
50 OU students are accused of illegal sharing of music.


Cleveland woman disappointed with settlement (2007-03-09)
Cleveland woman who sought 9 million dollars disappointed in law suit ruling.


Kucinich scrutinzied by FEC, must pay (2007-03-09)
Dennis Kucinich found to have spent campaign funds after he lost nomination.


Strickland looks at foreclosures (2007-03-08)
The Ohio governor has set up a special task force to look at state's high foreclosure rate.


New tech leader at OU (2007-03-08)
New Ohio University tech chief promises to continue to improve security.


CSU study shows trends in tech jobs (2007-03-07)
A study commissioned by a regional development group shows drop in tech jobs for NE Ohio.


First rap inductees at Rock Hall (2007-03-07)
Grandmaster Flash will become the first rap group to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.


Teenager wounds woman in car (2007-03-06)
A teenager awaiting trial for a rape charge was arrested for shooting a woman.


Crash investigation looks at bus company (2007-03-06)
Investigation of bus crash carrying students continues, officials look at safety record of driver and other factors.


Diebold wants to drop voting machines (2007-03-05)
Diebold, which also makes automated teller machines, is looking to get out of the electronic voting business.


Survivors return to Ohio (2007-03-05)
Ball players who survived bus crash return to Toledo.


Wi Fi planned for Cleveland (2007-03-02)
Mayor Frank Jackson announced city-wide plans for wifi in Cleveland.


Bus accident takes lives of Ohio students (2007-03-02)
A bus carrying student athletes crashed in Atlanta this morining, killing at least six.


Confusion over residency ruling for sex offenders (2007-03-01)
A convicted sex offender challenges mandate to relocate.


Ney begins sentence today (2007-03-01)
Scandal plagued Bob Ney begins 2 and a half year prison sentence today.


New stats show red light cameras work (2007-02-28)
Columbus leaders say red light cameras work for improving safety.


Another study finds problems with voting (2007-02-28)
Cleveland State University's elections watchdog group finds problems with electronic voting.


Sherwin Williams denied request for new trial (2007-02-27)
Sherwin Williams request for new trial regarding lead paint is rejected.


Cleveland Clinic bans trans fat (2007-02-27)
The Cleveland Clinic continues campus wide bans with a banishment of transfats.


Barack in town (2007-02-26)
The presidential candidate visits Cleveland for public appearance and fundraiser.


Sanders makes good on promise (2007-02-26)
Cleveland's' schools CEO visits six homes to encourage students to study for graduation test.


Tribe hopes to be above average (2007-02-23)
Spring training in play for the Tribe, single tickets go on sale in a week.


No takebacks for Tops (2007-02-23)
Tops foods says former employees don't have to pay back severance checks with extra pay.


Two indicted for conspiracy to commit terror (2007-02-22)
Two cousins from Chicago are indicted in Cleveland for conspiring to commit terror.


Shooting suspect arrested (2007-02-22)
Suspect is in custody for shooting outside Cleveland high school.


Locals make "most generous" list (2007-02-21)
Peter B. Lewis and Monte Ahuja of Cleveland both made Chronicle of Philanthropy's "most generous" donor list.


BPs closed for inspection after accident (2007-02-21)
The collapse of a canopy of a BP station in Clevleand leads the company to close others for inspection.


Strickland revisits refugee comments (2007-02-20)
Ohio Governor says lack of welcome for Iraqi refugess actually meant as criticism of war.


Failed guidance device led to landing problem (2007-02-20)
Cleveland Hopkins airport commisioner says failed tracking device lead to sloppy landing for Delta flight.


Cavs beat Lakers (2007-02-16)
The Cavs scored a west coast win on Thursday, LeBron scored 38 points.


LWV informs voters of uncounted ballots (2007-02-16)
The League of Women Voters is sending notices to voters whose provisional ballots weren't counted.


No signs of thaw (2007-02-15)
Temps in NE Ohio will raise slightly, but not enough to melt the snow.


Strickland says no refugees (2007-02-15)
The Ohio governor says his state won't welcome Iraqi refugees.


Winter weather does damage (2007-02-14)
The winter storm is causing chaos throughout Ohio, at least one death reported.


PUCO chair retained (2007-02-14)
Governor Strickland will keep Alan Schriber on as PUCO chair.


Beasley named new ODOT chief (2007-02-13)
The new director of ODOT will oversee a budget of over 2 billion dollars.


Strickland suggests lotto payout cuts (2007-02-13)
The Ohio governor wants to lower prize pay outs for lotto.


U of Akron to build "Greek Village" (2007-02-12)
Three blocks at the Univesity of Akron will be used to house fraternites and sororoties.


Bomb scare suspect arrested (2007-02-12)
Suspect is arrested for bomb scare that kept school closed for 3 days.


Wind farm in the works (2007-02-09)
A million dollar study of wind farm feasibilty is underway in Cleveland.


Indians GM negotiating contract (2007-02-09)
Mark Shapiro is working with Cleveland Indians owner on his contract extension.


Board of Regents suggests plan (2007-02-09)
Ohio's state higher education board is seeking greater power in setting tuition rates, etc.


More voting woes (2007-02-08)
An investigation into electronic voting machines in Independence.


Hall of famers announced (2007-02-08)
Inductees include the inventor of the MRI and the car air bag.


Bitter cold continues (2007-02-07)
Arctic cold continues to create difficulties in the region.


Vu resigns (2007-02-07)
Michael Vu steps down effective March first, but will remain as consultant through June.


Vu resigns (2007-02-07)
The head of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections asked to resign after a troubled tenure.


Cold weather fatality (2007-02-06)
So far the cold snap has taken at least one life.


Another criminal charge at Bureau of Worker's Comp (2007-02-06)
The scandals at the Ohio Bureau of Worker's Comp continue with another criminal charge.


Female bishop installed (2007-02-05)
The first female bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church is a Cleveland native.


Accidental death at Ford plant (2007-02-05)
A 59 year old Ford worker died after falling in to a machine.


Some Approve of School Dress Code (2007-02-02)
Some Cleveland schools already have the dress code school officials now want to take systemwide.


New Vision for Cleveland Schools (2007-02-02)
CEO calls for uniforms, same-sex schools, mentoring and parent academies.


City Council Eyes Surveillance Cameras (2007-02-01)
Council member says cameras have taken big bite out of crime.


Company Vows to Continue Hoover Brand (2007-01-31)
Hong-Kong based Techtronic Industries says Hoover name will co-exist with Dirt Devil, Royal and Regina brands.


School Money Issue Clears First Hurdle (2007-01-31)
Backers of school funding revamp have enough initial signatures to get bigger petition drive underway.


Council Mulls Abatements (2007-01-31)
Tax abatements for new homes set to expire later this year. Council is debating an extension.


Pennsylvania Imposes Erie Fish Ban (2007-01-30)
State bans taking of live fish from L. Erie for fear of spreading virus harmful to fish.


Diebold Earnings Improve (2007-01-30)
Diebold's earnings more than doubled from the same quarter a year ago.


Mayor Says City Needs New Convention Center (2007-01-30)
Mayor Jackson says convention center part of a vision to increase downtown population.


Youngstown Museum Acquires Rockwell Work (2007-01-29)
Norman Rockwell portrait "Lincoln the Railsplitter" expected to become key attraction at Butler Institute.


"Caged Kids" Parents Lose Another Round (2007-01-29)
Judge rejects argument that jury verdicts were inconsistent with evidence.


Snow Hits Greater Cleveland (2007-01-29)
Lake effect snow warning through this morning, lake effect snow watch for tomorrow & Wednesday.


School Contract Talks Begin (2007-01-29)
Cleveland teachers have worked under same contract since 2000.


Two more Ohio soldiers dead (2007-01-26)
Two more Ohio soldiers are killed in the Iraq war.


Dog death inspires protest (2007-01-26)
Animal rights protesters gathered outside of the Cleveland Clinic to protest the killing of a dog during a demonstration.


Election workers convicted (2007-01-25)
Two Cleveland election workers are convicted of rigging recount in 2004 election.


Kucinich calls for universal health care (2007-01-25)
The Ohio Congressman is trying to stand out from other Democratic contenders for president.


Election worker trial resumes (2007-01-24)
Methods of 2004 election recount called into question.


Taft appointed judges before leaving (2007-01-24)
Outgoing Ohio Governor Taft appointed a dozen judges in final two weeks of term.


Akron professor returns from prison (2007-01-23)
The government had suspected the University of Akron professor of spying.


Strickland holds meeting on higher education (2007-01-23)
The Ohio governor gathered together higher education leaders to discuss future initiatives.


Foreclosures spark consumer ed effort (2007-01-22)
Ohio's state treasurer is pushing for earlier education efforts for personal finance.


Evacuation in Lakewood (2007-01-22)
31 year old threatens to cause explosion in Lakewood.


College costs climbing in Ohio (2007-01-19)
Ohio's public universities cost 47 percent more than the national average.


Case deficit higher than expected (2007-01-19)
The university is projecting a deficit of 14 million dollars.


Strickland creates energy advisor role (2007-01-18)
Ohio's new governor has tapped Mark Shanahan for leadership role in energy policy.


New training camp for Tribe (2007-01-18)
The Cleveland Indians are leaving Winter Haven for Goodyear, Arizona.


New School Funding Mechanism Proposed (2007-01-17)
Constitutional amendment demands quality education for all students, but leaves money details to legislature.


Prisons to Get More Crowded (2007-01-17)
Ohio prisons expected to add 17-thousand more inmates by 2016.


Profits Soar at Parker Hannifin (2007-01-17)
Parker Hannifin earnings improve nearly 50 per cent from a year ago.


Racial bias trial begins for Cleveland police officer (2007-01-16)
Cleveland police officer is accused of racial bias.


Woman denied morning after pill (2007-01-16)
A pro life pharmacist refuses request for morning after pill.


Adding standards for pharm techs (2007-01-15)
A push for higher standards for pharmacy technicians follows a fatal glitch at a Cleveland hospital.


OEA seeks consitutional amendment (2007-01-15)
The teachers union is seeking an amendment that would give more power to the state board of education.


Dog killed in Cleveland Clinic Demonstration (2007-01-12)
A Cleveland Clinic neurosurgeon killed a dog to demonstrate a medical device to salespeople.


Lake Erie windpower a possiblity (2007-01-12)
Leaders are meeting to determine feasiblity of turbines on Lake Erie.


Cleveland missing parking tax revenue (2007-01-11)
Cleveland councilman Mark Dolan says mayor should get agressive with collection of parking lot taxes.


Voinovich not sold on new plan for Iraq (2007-01-11)
The senior Ohio Senator is skeptical about Bush plan to send more troops.


Ohio Dems wary of new war strategy (2007-01-10)
Ohio democrats expect Bush to ask for more troops and they're not happy.


Timing of Strickland veto called into question (2007-01-10)
Timing over Ted Strickland's first veto is called into question.


New fundraiser at Case (2007-01-09)
Bruce Loessin returns to Case after working for the Cleveland Clinic.


Columbus quiet after loss (2007-01-09)
Buckeye fans maintaining civility in wake of OSU loss.


Fewer flights, more passengers (2007-01-08)
Less flights in NE Ohio, but the flights are more crowded.


Clinic expands Florida presence (2007-01-08)
The Ohio hospital intends to continue expansion in South Florida.


Rainbow Babies ranked one of the best (2007-01-05)
University Hospital's children's health facility once again named one of best in nation.


Strickland names health director (2007-01-05)
The newly appointed health director is an expert on racial health disparities.


Emergency radio not up to par (2007-01-04)
A federal report shows that the city of Cleveland is not as effective at emergency communication as other Ohio cities.


Decline in boating deaths (2007-01-04)
Although recreational boat use is up, boating deaths have decreased dramatically in Ohio.


No misuse of tax dollars found for Oriana (2007-01-03)
Although Oriana passes audit, there is still concern over potential conflict of interest issues.


No takebacks for Malvern Mayor (2007-01-03)
Mayor of town near Canton says he didn't mean it when he resigned.


Vigil for soldiers killed in Iraq (2007-01-02)
Cleveland war protesters gathered downtown to honor dead.


Kent to revitalize downtown (2007-01-02)
A nonprofit group will try to fill vacant storefronts.