| Story Archive - April, 2011 |
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| Apr 1, 2011 |
| • After saying budget was not easy to explain, budget director sits down to explain it |
| • Northeast Ohio business leaders talk high-tech prospects with freshman Ohio Senator |
| • Students at independent, private colleges still hoping for state aid years after it was cut |
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| Apr 4, 2011 |
| • Both sides in collective bargaining fight disagree over impact Senate Bill 5 would have |
| • Ethics panel weighs in on whether prisons director can be involved in prisons sale |
| • Lawmakers to take on controversial topics this week - abortion, bullying, pension reform |
| • New fire marshal has experience in the firehouse and the Statehouse |
| • Senate Bill 5 opponents note historic tie between MLK assassination 43 years ago and union rights |
| • Senate Bill 5 opponents note historic tie between MLK assassination 43 years ago and union rights |
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| Apr 5, 2011 |
| • Advocates who were hoping for tax hikes with spending cuts rally for their causes at Statehouse |
| • Bill to add two more calamity days to school calendars frozen out in House |
| • Governor says he's confident collective bargaining law will survive expensive ballot fight |
| • Governor signs law requiring state agencies to undergo four performance audits each year |
| • State draws down millions in federal dollars to battle prescription drug abuse problem |
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| Apr 6, 2011 |
| • As dust from Senate Bill 5 battle settles, Democrats propose bill to recall statewide officials |
| • Doctor and medical association lobbyist testify on bill that would ban tanning for all teens |
| • Governor - an avid golfer - offers up his thoughts on who will win golf's first major tournament |
| • Lawmakers in Senate consider proposal to ban many abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy |
| • Ohio Supreme Court will be first in the nation to take on sometimes controversial law |
| • Owner of dog that inspired animal cruelty bill offers emotional testimony |
| • Top oil economist speculates on whether "five-dollar-a-gallon" gas could happen soon |
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| Apr 7, 2011 |
| • AG and GOP lawmakers propose law to protect whistleblowers who expose fraud against the state |
| • Lawmakers consider putting parts of collective bargaining reform bill into budget |
| • Progressive research group says "jobs budget" actually would kill tens of thousands of jobs |
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| Apr 10, 2011 |
| • Activists concerned about cuts to PASSPORT program, but administration says seniors shouldn't suffer |
| • Opponents of collective bargaining law stage another Statehouse rally, hoping to reach two goals |
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| Apr 11, 2011 |
| • Air Force Museum near Dayton hoping to land one of three retired space shuttles |
| • Democratic Senator proposes adding new category to those covered in Ohio's hate crimes law |
| • Governor talks to seniors about his budget, and about cuts in in-home care program for elderly |
| • Justice who authored landmark decision on Ohio's school funding system passes away |
| • More money going out from state to help local communities dealing with drugs |
| • State's job creating czar facing surgery to fix broken bones after motocross crash |
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| Apr 12, 2011 |
| • “Jailhouse killer” becomes second person put to death with single stand-alone drug |
| • Construction season kicks off with some 700 road projects all around Ohio |
| • Northeast Ohio company stays in the Buckeye State - thanks to millions in state and federal money |
| • Ohio disappointed in shuttle decision - none will land at museum in Dayton area |
| • Republican officeholders mark 100 days in power, while Democrats decry what GOP has done |
| • Think tank says budget elevates agency director, but governor's office says that's "silliness" |
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| Apr 13, 2011 |
| • Dayton area disappointed that shuttle fleet will dock somewhere else, but still hopeful for future |
| • Governor says he's not happy with casino deal voters approved, will soon consult with gaming experts |
| • Legislators make move to replace figure in Statuary Hall in the US Capitol with Ohio icon |
| • Parole board makes recommendation on clemency for double murderer on death row |
| • School districts struggling to make up snow days get some relief through new state law |
| • Senators approve bill that would allow certain Ohioans to carry weapons into bars |
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| Apr 14, 2011 |
| • Civil liberties group that backed prison reform has concerns about privatization plan |
| • First Lady in Columbus to promote new effort bring more support for military families |
| • Governor says Ohio needs to be "cool" to keep jobs in the state |
| • Move to eliminate death penalty comes as state could break one-year record for executions |
| • Plan to kill Ohio's estate tax is moving forward, in spite of concerns about effect on cities |
| • Powerful restaurant group is concerned about bill to allow gun in places that serve food and alcohol |
| • Study says bad roads cost Ohio drivers more than just travel time |
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| Apr 15, 2011 |
| • Governor pushes job-search website for companies seeking workers and Ohioans seeking jobs |
| • Ohio utility watchdog says 50% budget cut will hurt her agency and consumers but not help deficit |
| • Ohio's jobless rate falls again, for the 13th month in a row |
| • Ohio's physicians are slow to adopt new technology relating to patient records |
| • Opponents of collective bargaining reform law get green light to start drive to fall ballot |
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| Apr 18, 2011 |
| • Applicants for state-paid tuition for public school students exceeds number of vouchers available |
| • Chief of Cleveland's Catholics criticizes Gov. Kasich's budget for its impact on the poor |
| • Democrats take Kasich's JobsOhio program to court, claiming it's unconstitutional |
| • Goodyear gets off to a good start with groundbreaking for new HQ in NE Ohio |
| • Petition drive to overturn collective bargaining law will go very public this week |
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| Apr 19, 2011 |
| • All agree Kasich's first 100 days have been eventful, but both sides debate his accomplishments |
| • Budget doesn't include funds to continue enforcement of statewide smoking ban |
| • Business-backed group forms coalition to fight left-leaning attacks on governor's budget |
| • Governor downplays need for local school tax hikes, even as schools say his budget will demand them |
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| Apr 21, 2011 |
| • Democrats say they're not getting school money numbers, but governor says come get them |
| • Environmentalists challenge lawmakers, asking if they'd allow drilling in parks close to their homes |
| • Governor wants a certain percentage of contracts to go to minority businesses in Ohio |
| • Law signed that changes liquor laws to help small businesses that use alcohol |
| • Union protests benefits at Ohio company - pointing out that Governor called them "shabby" |
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| Apr 25, 2011 |
| • As ground is broken for Columbus casino, questions still linger about tax rate they'll all pay |
| • Lawmakers' budget will include pain for many - but will not include one controversial idea |
| • More trouble for OSU head football coach, as scandal onplayers' memorabilia sale deepens |
| • Northeast Ohio community mourning the loss of soldier killed in Afghanistan |
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| Apr 26, 2011 |
| • Environmentalists warn fracking problems in other states could come here - even on state lands |
| • Group wants investigation into $1M budget of council that hasn't produced a report in years |
| • Wealthy school districts worried about budget - since many lots almost all state money |
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| Apr 27, 2011 |
| • Governor blasts President on collective bargaining comments - says he should mind his business |
| • Opponents of collective bargaining law may have to change strategy to get vote they want this fall |
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| Apr 28, 2011 |
| • Governor and casinos engaged in battle royale over revenues - and it could be costly |
| • Governor announces another proposal to cut costs for businesses |
| • Governor signs law to bring Teach for America program to Ohio schools that want it |
| • House lawmakers unveil their budget with more money for schools, more revenue from casinos |
| • Local leaders are sounding off to lawmakers about big cuts in state budget |
| • New delays affecting opening of another casino - this one in Cincinnati |
| • ODNR director speaks out about plans to allow oil and natural gas drilling in state parks |
| • Rookie teachers react to changes that could be coming if collective bargaining law stays |
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