City of Cleveland and Cuyahoga County leaders are against the move, while the City of Brook Park mayor says it will help the region economically.

The two participated in a recent panel discussion for Case Western Reserve University's Inamori Center for Ethics and Excellence..

The recent BW NEO Voter Voices poll found abortion a top issue after the economy in determining how Ohioans will cast their vote for president and other down ballot races.

The recent Northeast Ohio Issues Poll from Baldwin Wallace University found that 28% of voters said the cost of groceries is the most pressing issue to the country.

A frustrated Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb announced Thursday that the Browns have decided to move to suburban Brook Park, where they envision a complex that would include a stadium with a roof over 176 acres near Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski is facing new accusations that he used inmate labor for his reelection campaign.

We will talk about some of the specific issues, levies and races that voters will be deciding on Nov. 5. We will focus on state Issue 1 that seeks to change how Ohio draws its political district maps as well as the levy requests from the Akron and Cleveland school systems.

The book, "Fifteen Cents on the Dollar: How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap," takes a deep look at the impact of race on financial well-being in this country.

Cindy Hohl, the new ALA president, plans to focus on libraries' role in a democracy and protect access to information in her new term. 

The NEO Voters Voices poll, conducted by the Community Research Institute at Baldwin Wallace University and Survey USA, surveyed 621 registered voters in 20 Northeast Ohio counties, most heavily from Cuyahoga, Stark and Summit counties, from Sept. 26-30. The poll found that the economy is by the far the most important issue for voters heading into next months election. Sixty-four percent are worried about the economy and nearly half are either very or extremely worried. And though Ohio is not a southern border state, the second most important concern you neighbors share: immigration. We will talk about the poll and the rest of the week's news on the "Sound of Ideas" Reporters Roundtable.

The multi-million-dollar project has been years in the making and includes new mixed-income housing, sidewalks, parks and on-site social services.

Throughout much of the summer, most of Ohio's counties have been dealing with the worst drought conditions to hit the state in decades. The lack of rainfall has put a strain on farmers and impacted the surface water levels in lakes and streams.

Monday marked the one year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attacks in Israel in which 1,200 people were killed and 250 people, including women and children, were taken hostage. The Oct. 7 attacks sparked a war Israel continues to wage against Hamas in Gaza. According to the health ministry there, 41,000 people have been killed, many of them women and children, and much of Gaza has been damaged or destroyed. And now the war faces new fronts as in recent weeks, Israel has sent troops into and trades rocket fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, and shields itself from missiles from Iran, of which Hamas and Hezbollah are proxies. On this episode of the "Sound of Ideas," we will have a conversation, about how the war is impacting communities locally in NE Ohio. We'll hear directly from a panel of local faith and community leaders about this toll and ask if there's been anything over the last year that's given them solace or hope.

As early voting starts in Ohio, ahead of two presidential town halls hosted by Univision, Latino advocacy groups discuss how their communities view the 2024 presidential and state elections

Cleveland Police have made an arrest in connection with illegal street takeovers that impacted the city last weekend. Drivers shut down streets and intersections as well as a portion of Interstate 90 for illegal stunts. Witnesses say those taking part also lit fires and brandished weapons at people. The department has now formed a task force to investigate these incidents. Illegal street takeovers have been an issue across the country. The trend is amplified by social media. In many cases, the takeovers are filmed by bystanders and uploaded to social media. Cleveland City Council wants a bigger police presence and drones to be used to deter such events from taking place in the city.  We will begin the “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable” talking about street takeovers and the city’s response. 

The National Women's Soccer League said it wants to expand from 12 to 16 teams by 2026. Cleveland is one of the cities bidding for an expansion team. The decision will be finalized by the end of this year. The Cleveland Soccer Group, which is leading the effort to bring professional women's soccer to the region, recently made a deal with the Cleveland Metroparks to build a new stadium if Cleveland wins the expansion team. The stadium would be built across the street from Progressive Field and seat more than 12,000 fans. The cost projected around $150 million, would be funded in part by ownership investment and state and local funding.  On Thursday's "Sound of Ideas," we're going to dive in to the excitement behind these efforts as well as the challenges, with a panel of expert guests. Later, we'll hear another installment of our music podcast, "Shuffle."

Last night in New York, the candidates for vice president, Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota debated for the first and likely only time this election.

Nonpartisan voting groups in Ohio discuss efforts to get high school and college students civically engaged and registered to vote before the deadline on Oct. 7.

A recent survey said 18% of women entrepreneurs have to leave their business due to family commitments compared to 12% of men.

A federal judge has approved a $600 million class-action settlement in the derailment of a train carrying hazardous chemicals last year in East Palestine. The Norfolk-Southern train went off the rails in the Columbiana County village in February of 2023. Chemicals that leaked from the train and that were burned off in a pre-emptive move that was deemed unnecessary by the National Transportation Board contaminated the soil and water in and around the derailment site. The story begins this week’s discussion of news on the “Sound of Ideas Reporters Roundtable.”

The head of the American Historical Association, James Grossman, will speak at CWRU Thursday, Sept. 26 about the growing number of states, including Ohio, introducing legislation that limits teaching of the past.

Last month, Huntington Bank announced it would reinstate its branch on Buckeye Road in Cleveland. The bank's decision came after a concerted effort on the part of the community, elected leaders and the city. Later, a legend of the Northeast Ohio blues scene has returned to the stage after a health scare last year. We'll hear the story on the latest edition of “Shuffle.”

The protected status program is eligible for some countries including Ukraine and Afghanistan. It was created by Congress in 1990 to prevent deportations to countries experiencing civil strife or natural disaster.

The city recently released studies showing the economic impact of both closing the airport and developing it for other use.

The Portage County sheriff on Facebook this week called undocumented immigrants "illegal human locusts" and encouraged collecting addresses of Kamala Harris supporters. The local NAACP and others say it's voter intimidation. The sheriff says it's his First Amendment right. The story begins our discussion of the week's headlines on the Reporters Roundtable.

The two will participate in a panel for Case Western Reserve University's Inamori Center for Ethics and Excellence on Thursday.

00:00 Jen Miller, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Ohio, answers questions about registering to vote, absentee voting, ballot drop-off boxes and more. Early voting will begin on Oct. 8 in Ohio. That means if you want to vote, there is still time to make sure you are registered and take care of any issues that may cause you issues at the polls. Voter registration ends on Oct. 7. 29:46 Later in this hour, host Jenny Hamel sat down with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to discuss her newly published book "Lovely One: A Memoir."

The Cleveland Clinic's "MENtion It" report reveals generational divides in how men access healthcare services. Generally, men are not speaking up about their physical and mental health needs.

The cities of Lorain and Elyria are undertaking a pilot program that customizes rides for citizens, similar to private ride share services like Uber and Lyft.

City leaders in Springfield, near Dayton, say Haitian immigrants are not eating their neighbors' pet cats, but the surging immigrant population there has presented challenges for health care, education and traffic control. Gov. Mike DeWine is sending money and highway patrol troopers to help.

In the midst of a national spotlight on immigration in Ohio, we'll discuss efforts to be more welcoming in the region including a new Cuyahoga County Welcome Center. 

Tuesday's debate in Philadelphia may be the only chance voters have to see Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump together. It remains to be seen whether the two campaigns will agree to a second debate. For more than 90 minutes the two traded exchanges on a variety of topics from immigration, to the economy to abortion. The debate has been described as contentious, fiery and feisty in national reports.

The August tornadoes shook Northeast Ohio. We'll discuss how to prepare for the next extreme weather event.

Data from the Cleveland Music Census is being used to shore up financial assistance for local artists and venues, as well as a new music task force in Cuyahoga County.

Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has directed county boards of election to limit how voters can use ballot drop boxes in this fall's election. LaRose's directive requires that a voter can only put their own absentee ballot in a drop box. If they are dropping off a ballot for a family member or someone else as allowed by state law, the voter must sign a form with the board stating they are lawfully assisting the other voter. The story begins this week’s discussion of news on the “Reporters Roundtable.”

Crashes involving bicyclists and pedestrians are on the rise in Cleveland. A new city mobility plan hopes to address citizen safety concerns and improve infrastructure.

We'll discuss the controversy over the State Teachers Retirement System with billions of educators' retirement dollars on the line. 

A Franklin County judge recently ruled that the reproductive rights amendment makes the waiting period unconstitutional.

The School of Peace and Conflict program takes a proactive approach to difficult topics, through open dialogue that they hope fosters understanding among their students.

Ideastream's Matt Richmond discusses how efforts to enact lasting police reform are being impacted by the recent lawsuits and internal conflict. 

The Cuyahoga County medical director and a Cleveland Clinic physician discuss the new COVID-19 vaccine and how to prepare for other fall viruses.

A panel of foreign policy experts discuss how international relations could differ between a Trump/Vance and Harris/Walz administration.

Two Trumbull County hospitals will begin shutting down following an announcement by Steward Health Care this week. The Texas-based for-profit owner of the hospitals, which has filed for bankruptcy, set the closure date for September. Steward said in a statement to WKBN-TV it had to close the hospitals due to cash constraints and after a search for a buyer failed, though a local group of health care professionals has been working to purchase and operate Trumbull Regional. Six additional medical facilities including a surgery center and two rehabilitation centers will also close. The story begins this week’s discussion of news on the Friday “Reporters Roundtable.”

The messaging at the DNC could preview the Democratic strategy for the rest of the presidential election. 

00:00 Students in the Akron Public Schools are getting ready for a new school year. It is the second year under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Michael Robinson. To begin Wednesday’s “Sound of Ideas,” we will sit down with Robinson to talk about his first year leading Akron Public Schools and the year ahead as students return to class. 39:10 Then, the coalition that worked to put an anti-gerrymandering amendment on the November ballot has filed suit against the Ohio Ballot Board.

We'll talk with parents and experts about the gaps in the child care system in Ohio.

A recent United Way Community Conversation detailed the need for these helplines in the region and more about how they assist residents with food, housing and other issues.

FirstEnergy will avoid state prosecution for paying off public officials in the biggest bribery scheme in Ohio history by paying even more money to the state -- $20 million.

This year, Strongsville City School District is joining other Ohio districts who drug test students participating in sports and other activities, or drive to school.

00:00 For the second time in two years, the MetroHealth board has taken action to fire its CEO and president. Last Friday, the board terminated its employment contract with Dr. Airica Steed citing "poor performance" in doing so. We will begin Wednesday’s “Sound of Ideas” with Ideastream’s health reporters discussing the latest on Steed’s removal and what comes next for MetroHealth. 18:48 Later in this hour, when someone has a stroke, time is critical. The quicker a person can get treatment, the greater the chances they have of surviving the stroke and minimizing damage to the brain and body. 33:12 Finally, we will talk to a near-centenarian about his long life of service, from World War II to volunteering at Playhouse Square.

Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne and council President Pernell Jones Jr. spoke against moving the stadium to Brook Park in a press conference Monday.

A new podcast series from WYSO in Yellow Springs aims to right the historical record of Ohio's numerous native tribes.

The latest Community Tour stop was in Akron, where the city and its residents are reimagining what to do with a vacant stretch of highway.

Many people across Northeast Ohio remain without power after tornadoes and violent thunderstorms earlier this week. FirstEnergy says it is bringing in extra help but says it could the middle of next week before the power is back.

We'll hear about any impact Walz makes on the race for the White House, especially as he goes up against Ohio's JD Vance, who is Donald Trump’s running mate.

00:00 Months after voters approved recreational marijuana use in the state for adults 21 and older, legal sales have now started. 16:54 Intellectual diversity centers are being developed on five Ohio public university campuses. What are the ideas behind them and the pushback? 39:35 Art Saves series on ideastream.org explores how the arts have helped save lives.

The owners of the Cleveland Browns, Jimmy and Dee Haslam, announced in March that they were exploring moving the team to the neighboring suburb, Brook Park.

Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb has gone public with the city's offer of $461 million, about half the cost of a proposed renovation of the existing lakefront Cleveland Browns stadium.

Following the turbulent last few weeks of the presidential election, we'll check in with voters who aren't drawn to either major party.

Voters approved legalized recreational marijuana in Ohio last November. But recreational marijuana sales have not yet started.

The settlement money from pharmaceutical companies will go to communities greatly impacted by the opioid epidemic.

Architects that are working on high-end projects in Northeast Ohio discuss new construction, while others push for more affordable units.

In November, Ohioans will vote again on redistricting reform, this time to cut elected officials out of the political mapmaking process.

The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority failed to report at least 10 cases, according to an audit by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

A recent City Club of Cleveland conversation looked at the economics of the film industry, and how to create more opportunities for diverse representation.

The first major home appraisal since the pandemic found property values increasing in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain and Geauga counties. What does that mean for taxes?

After weeks of growing pressure, President Biden suspended his reelection campaign and endorsed his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris.

A recent report from the Inspector General for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development found shortcomings on the part of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority. The story begins this week's discussion of news on the Reporters Roundtable.

Vance's speech came on the penultimate day of the RNC, held in Milwaukee.

After an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania last weekend, there have been calls to lower the rancor in our national political discourse. But deep divisions remain between Americans along political and other socio-economic lines, so how can we find a way back to civility? We will talk about restoring political civility. It's a problem that has worried pollical experts for decades as our politics have become more angry.  

The Cleveland Metroparks was recently awarded a $19.5 million federal grant, which will help pay for several trails on the city's southeast side.

Rosemary Mudry, the head of the West Side Market's non-profit arm, discussed changes to the beloved institution at a City Club of Cleveland forum.

A six-year, state-mandated reappraisal of Cuyahoga County homes shows significant increases in value, an average of 32%. What will that mean for property tax bills?

In June, the United States Supreme Court ruled that local municipalities can make it a criminal offense for a person to sleep or camp in a public place.

Last week, the group behind an anti-gerrymandering amendment proposal submitted nearly double to petition signatures required to make the November ballot. But a measure proposing an amendment to raise Ohio’s minimum wage to $15 dollars per hour faltered.

Cleveland Neighborhood Progress is coordinating with the City of Cleveland to invest millions of ARPA dollars into specific areas.

The filmmakers turned to Dr. Lisa Damour when making the sequel to 2015’s “Inside Out.” The movies deal with the emotional life of Riley Andersen who is now 13.

The holiday began on a somber note for the men and women of Cleveland's police. An officer died after being shot while trying to take into custody a man wanted in connection with a felonious assault in a local suburb. The shooting happened near East 80th Street just after 1 a.m. on July 4, police said.

Ohio recently expanded the income eligibility for its EdChoice private voucher program. The voucher program is now the subject of a lawsuit challenging its constitutionality.

The 6-3 Supreme Court ruling likely ends any probability that former President Donald Trump will be tried before the November election in his federal election interference case.

With help from community organizations and faith leaders, more than 70 blighted homes have been removed, and new homes have been built.

Thursday night, the first presidential debate was held between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden.

The debate will be moderated by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash in Atlanta, where there will be no live audience, and new rules to limit interruptions.

The surgeon general of the United States says he's concerned about young people using social media and the potential dangers to their health.

A week into his official tenure, the city of Akron experienced a tragic shooting that took the life of one person and injured 27 others.

Experts including local librarians and bookshop owners discuss the best books to bring on summer vacation.

The National Weather Service says it will take longer for the current heat wave to break. A heat advisory has been extended through Saturday night. The story tops this week's discussion of news on the Reporters Roundtable. We will also discuss the reopening of Cleveland City Hall after a ransomware attack and a push to put cameras in the state's rest areas to provide security and deter human trafficking.

According to Pew Research Center, 8% of Black Americans are vegans or vegetarians, compared to just 3% of the general population.

A massive retirement wave is on the horizon, according to economists. This is expected to further the U.S. talent shortage.

Literary Cleveland and ThirdSpace Action Lab are teaming up for a poetry-centered event as a way to celebrate Juneteenth.

City officials have made assurances that tech experts are on the case, but lack details about the cause or consequences of the threat. 

A meteorologist discusses how warning technology has improved since the deadly Lorain-Sandusky tornado of 1924.

Victor Ruiz is leaving Esperanza, which provides mentoring to youth in the community, after 15 years on the job.

Republicans say the law will deter foreign influence, but Democrats say it is targeting progressive ballot campaigns like redistricting reform.

A blood test can screen for dozens of genes linked to certain types of cancer. One Cleveland woman says genetic testing may save her daughters' lives.

Prayer vigils are being held and mental health support services are being mobilized to help an Akron neighborhood following a mass shooting last weekend during a party.

On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France we share veteran's stories, talk about the importance of D-Day, and hear about how Northeast Ohio is home to one of the largest D-Day reenactments in the world.

The filmmakers turned to Dr. Lisa Damour when making the sequel to 2015’s “Inside Out.” The movies deal with the emotional life of Riley Andersen who is now 13.

Dartmoor National Park, in the southwest part of the United Kingdom, is forming a five-year-long partnership with Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Ohio elected leaders are standing by the presumptive Republican presidential nominee.

The history-making verdict makes Trump the first former American president to be convicted of a felony in the nation’s history. A judge set sentencing for July 11.

Gen Z is the first generation to grow up entirely in the digital age, and many identify as politically independent.

This month marked 70 years since the landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court in the case of Brown v. Board of Education. The court ruled the policy of “separate but equal” was unconstitutional.

For the first time in 20 years, an Ohio governor has ordered a special session of the legislature. The governor wants lawmakers to consider three pieces of legislation in the special session set for next week, including a fix to ensure President Joe Biden appears on the November ballot.

Federal, state and municipal governments, particularly here in Ohio, have gone back and forth on whether to ban menthol cigarettes

A recently approved state law has helped spur the opening of Ohio's public lands, including its parks to fracking.

Cleveland City Council recently approved a pilot program guaranteeing employment for some Cleveland residents.

The "Sound of Ideas Community Tour" held an event at The Cleveland History Center and discussed the intersection of wealth and power in our region.

As the community mourns the shooting death of Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin, police are being candid about the danger they face every day and the increasing difficulty getting recruits who want to do the work.

Ohio's school funding model is complex, relying in part on property taxes. Some districts say a state law is limiting funding opportunities.

Colleges and universities are struggling financially and one of the factors often cited is due to a "demographic or enrollment cliff." We discuss what that means for higher education. Later, we talk to a South Euclid City Council member about the efforts to save Notre Dame College Plus, we hear from Vinton Cerf, one of the "fathers of the internet." And some advice for the Class of 2024 from our listeners and readers.

Both the Browns and the Cleveland Guardians have recently requested public funding for stadium improvement plans, spurring debate over the value to the taxpayer.

"You are Welcome" discusses what makes a positive school climate with students and educators at Ellet Community Learning Center.

The president of the university has offered an apology and promised a full investigation of the incident. We discuss the incident and the end of the protest encampment and the rest of the week's news on the Reporters Roundtable.

The Cavs face the Boston Celtics for Game 2 Thursday night in the second round of the NBA playoffs, after winning their first series without LeBron James since 1993.

The renowned author discusses her new non-fiction best-selling book, “The Backyard Bird Chronicles,” that grew out of her nature journal.

The renowned author discusses her new non-fiction best-selling book, “The Backyard Bird Chronicles,” that grew out of her nature journal.

Research shows students across the U.S. have made some grounds recovering lost learning, but are far from being fully caught up. 

Frank Tyson, a 53-year-old Black man, died while in police custody on April 18, after an officer pressed a knee on his back and Tyson yelled, "I can't breathe."

Protests at Case Western Reserve University and The Ohio State University have led to discussions about how campuses handled the demonstrations and encampments.

Some pro-Palestinian demonstrators calling for a cease-fire in Gaza have erected encampments, including at Case Western Reserve University.

The cases related to former President Donald Trump have led to hostility and outright threats being made against judges and their family members.

Oberlin College's paper is celebrating a milestone anniversary. In recent years, it has become the paper of record for Oberlin and surrounding communities.

The criminal justice consulting firm, AH Datalytics, found large drops in reported homicides nationwide, continuing a downward trend post-pandemic.

While it was embroiled in the HB6 bribery scandal, FirstEnergy also threw dark money contributions to top Ohio politicians not implicated in the scheme, according to newly released documents.

Environmental advocates point to the importance of a robust tree canopy when looking to address heat islands in under-served neighborhoods, extreme weather events and overall air quality.

Ohio has had dozens of tornadoes this year, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The state is on pace for a potential record.

Efforts are underway at the local level to help communities take small steps towards achieving zero waste sustainability and addressing existing challenges.

House Bill 197 would create a pioneering solar co-op program across the state.

Ohio House Bill 68 bans gender-affirming care and prohibits transgender girls from playing on girls and women’s sports teams.

The ADL reported a total of 8,873 incidents of assault, harassment and vandalism in the U.S., with a majority occurring after the Israel-Hamas war began in October.

Will the increasing number of electric vehicle jobs and infrastructure drive consumer interest in Ohio?

The ban was expanded to 13 middle and high schools in the district in August.

We'll discuss the state of abortion access in Ohio with an ACLU of Ohio attorney and a statewide reporter.

Norfolk Southern railroad has agreed in principle to pay $600 million in a class action lawsuit to those impacted by the toxic train derailment in East Palestine last year. Some believe it's not nearly enough.

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik gave his first State of the City address this week, all while uncertainty looms over the search for a new police chief.

A new Policy Matters Ohio report found that the average annual cost for one infant's care is more than $800 a month.

We'll hear from Ideastream reporters about how different communities in Northeast Ohio experienced the eclipse.

The Sound of Ideas Community Tour stopped at The Great Lakes Science Center to discuss all things eclipse and asked how the celestial event can inspire future scientists.

We'll discuss the crowds in town for the NCAA Women's Final Four, the Cleveland International Film Festival and the April 8 total solar eclipse, as well as the rest of the week's news on the Reporters Roundtable.

CNP hopes that their new funding model will better serve a wider swath of Cleveland's neighborhood community development corporations and in a more equitable fashion.

CNP hopes that their new funding model will better serve a wider swath of Cleveland's neighborhood community development corporations and in a more equitable fashion.

The total solar eclipse is just days away and top of mind for many state and local agencies planning for expected crowds of visitors.

It's been more than a year since sports betting became legal in Ohio and a recent survey showed people with gambling addiction tripled.

A radical transformation of Cleveland, from its riverfront to its downtown to its lakefront, will be funded with a new taxing district approved this week by Cleveland City Council.

The Survivors of Homicide Loss Group Support Network is a collaboration between local government and nonprofit agencies.

Research shows that women are underrepresented in American politics both at the local and federal level.

The co-responder pilot program involves paramedics, police officers and behavioral health specialists who have all been trained in crisis intervention.

Two organizations, NOACA and Bike Cleveland, are advocating for greater bike safety in the region.

We will discuss the outcome of the Ohio primary and what those results say about the influence of former President Donald Trump and established GOP leaders.

Clinic doctors and researchers discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the healthcare frontier.

We will recap and analyze the key races from the 2024 Ohio primary with Northeast Ohio and statehouse political experts.

Ideastream's Deputy Editor for News Andrew Meyer discusses what issues and races our news team will be following on this primary election day.

In 2018, a U.S. Marshals report found that conditions at the county jail were overcrowded and deplorable.

The lead in the three-way contest between Bernie Moreno, Matt Dolan and Frank LaRose has changed several times in the campaign.

The Marshall Project and Signal Cleveland created a guide that provides information on candidates and answers common questions about the court system.

Local immigration attorney Heather Prendergast discusses immigration policy, proposed reforms and the impact on Ohioans.

According to the National Committee on Pay Equity, the day symbolizes how far women must work into this year to earn what men made in 2023.

Consumers reported more than $10 billion in losses from scams last year, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy made the comment before a U.S. Senate committee hearing.

Organizations like Step Forward and The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland have been working to protect tenants from eviction with the help of federal funding tied to the pandemic.

The Bibb Administration is proposing the creation of a tax increment financing overlay district or TIF to transform Cleveland’s downtown and its waterfronts. It's called “Shore-to-Core-to-Shore.”

Ideastream news staff will discuss the statewide and local races they are following this election cycle.

The latest stop on the "Community Tour" discussed the history and current jazz scene in the region, and featured musical performances at The Bop Stop in Cleveland.

The decision by the Oil and Gas Land Management Commission came despite emotional opposition.

School districts, as well as colleges and universities are facing major funding challenges, including Cleveland Metropolitan School District which is dealing with a $140 million deficit.

Cleveland Public Safety Director Karrie Howard resigned on Feb. 23.

The city is one of the fastest-growing in the state, with three colleges, an agricultural center, and big companies like Frito-Lay and Daisy Brands.

This is the 10th year of the annual competition put on by the Cleveland Leadership Center, which gives funds to ideas that improve communities.

Cleveland budget hearings and recommendations for updating police training top this week’s discussion of news on the Reporters Roundtable.

House Bill 6 has been on the books since 2019. The bill and its passage have been at the center of a public corruption scandal investigation that went public nearly four years ago.

Former CEO Chuck Jones and VP Michael Dowling and former PUCO Chairman Sam Randazzo deny wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty in court this week.

The shop stocks local products and also serves as a prep kitchen and incubator for area chefs.

A program looks to close the legal gap in 82 counties by incentivizing young attorneys toward public service.

In recent years, many have surrendered the animals they adopted during quarantine in the early days of the pandemic.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum announced the nominees for the class of 2024, including Cher, Lenny Kravitz and Ozzy Osbourne.

The city this week passed a policy overhaul referred to as “Renters First.”

A pair of Republican lawmakers are eyeing the use of nitrogen gas as an alternative to lethal injections.

Leopold is known as the father of the modern conservation movement.

His efforts exposing contamination in soil and water across Ohio has in large part led to our awareness of PFAS chemicals.

Lebanese American writer Philip Metres, and Jewish poet Jessica Jacobs write about their faith and ancestry in their new books, which by chance use the same cover image.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost supported the bill during a Tuesday news conference.

The oldest planned shopping center in Ohio is undergoing revitalization efforts after facing years of instability.

The Center for Community Solutions released a "Status of Women" report that looks in depth at Ohio women from all 88 counties.

Last year, Cleveland introduced an ordinance to stop the sale of flavored tobacco products.

Entrepreneurship in Ohio is growing and many colleges provide students with programs to foster that growth.

The Ohio Senate voted to override vetoes on House Bill 68 that prohibits gender affirming care for transgender youth. It also overrode a veto on a measure that prevented cities from enacting their own tobacco bans.

The U.S. is experiencing a nursing shortage, while several Northeast Ohio universities aim to fill the demand.

The proposal to pay students has bipartisan support and aims to tackle the state’s chronic absenteeism problem.

A new podcast episode from "Points North" examines how a specific kind of pet turtle is having a negative impact on the Great Lakes ecosystem.

An encore presentation of the "Sound of Ideas" book recommendations show for 2024.

This week’s storm and the impact on those who are unhoused tops this week’s discussion of news on the Reporters Roundtable.

The program, which premiered this week on WVIZ PBS, features visits to the hometowns of the 2023 honorees.

Many places in Northeast Ohio will experience totality during the eclipse on April 8.

There is disagreement on the commission and from the mayor's office over how it can proceed.

The grand jury returned a no-bill decision against Brittany Watts, 34, of Warren. She miscarried at home 22 weeks into her pregnancy.

The Republican-controlled House came back early from winter break to override DeWine's veto of House Bill 68.

County Executive Chris Ronayne joins host Jenny Hamel in studio to talk about year one of his administration and priorities for 2024.

A recent investigation by Columbia Journalism Investigations and The Ohio Newsroom examined hundreds of Ohio appellate decisions over four years.

The Ideastream Public Media series, which began in 2021, is back with another installment of stories.

House Bill 68 bans gender-affirming care for transgender youth and prohibits transgender girls from playing on girls and women’s sports teams.

National and local political analysts discuss this year's presidential election, the U.S. Senate race in Ohio and other issues.

The "Sound of Ideas" annual reading recommendation show is back with another selection from a panel of book lovers.

PFAS, also dubbed "forever chemicals," have been found in a variety of consumer products.

Ideastream editors and reporters review the biggest stories of 2023 on the Reporters Roundtable.

Packy Malley discusses his role as a sustainable agricultural facilitator.

Packy Malley discusses his role as a sustainable agricultural facilitator.

The Great Lakes Compact signed in 2008 keeps water from the lakes from being diverted elsewhere. The Endangered Species Act signed in 1973 has been instrumental in protecting biodiversity.

Two books look at how President Garfield and President Lincoln each confronted the bitter division of their times.

Retired Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor is a driving force behind the Citizens Not Politicians amendment proposal.

A new Pew survey found 72% of U.S. adults have seen an increase in the number of places expecting tips compared to five years ago.

A new Pew survey found 72% of U.S. adults have seen an increase in the number of places expecting tips compared to five years ago.

The team traveled to the Hudson Library on Dec. 12 to discuss the changing nature of school boards.

We'll hear how regional leaders plan to make Northeast Ohio more sustainable.

Rosemary Mudry will serve as the market's first executive director as it moves toward nonprofit management.

In a special meeting held Thursday, the council approved a 40-year extension of the .25% sales tax.

While adults can now grow and possess cannabis, there is no legal way to buy it, as state lawmakers have not set the parameters for carrying out the law.

The conservation law has helped save 99% of the species put under its protection since it was signed into law in 1973.

The city councils of Akron and Cleveland have either passed or are considering limitations on public comments during meetings.

The city councils of Akron and Cleveland have either passed or are considering limitations on public comments during meetings.

Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown announced recently that Amtrak may expand their services across the state of Ohio.

Voters approved the legalization of recreational marijuana with a decisive vote on Issue 2 in the November election.

The former Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Elementary School is being transformed into an affordable senior housing facility.

Retired Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor is a driving force behind the Citizens Not Politicians amendment proposal.

The Cuyahoga County Planning Commission, the Greater Cleveland RTA and the city of Cleveland are finishing a year-long study on how to create more transit-oriented development projects.

A new Pew survey found only a third of U.S. adults said its easy to know whether or how much to tip for different services.

Voters approved the recreational marijuana law when they passed Issue 2 in the November election.

A pair of reports from Team NEO and Cuyahoga Community College dug into who's in the workforce, where they're working, what talent shortages exist, and how much gig work is impacting the region.

As Cleveland's $2.7 million ShotSpotter contract is up for renewal in 2024, Ideastream's Matt Richmond looks into whether the technology has improved safety.

Experts say people who work in healthcare often experience second-hand trauma.

A new report from the Center for Community Solutions and the Achievement Centers found discrimination in the classroom, in communities and in healthcare.

We will talk to leaders from two of the region’s biggest food banks about the growing need for help.

Local food and beverage connoisseurs share recipe ideas, cooking techniques and Thanksgiving memories.

This installment of the series, in partnership with Case Western Reserve University, discusses international law and the climate crisis.

A law passed by Ohio lawmakers last year streamlined the process for greenlighting state-owned lands for oil and gas exploration.

Several journalists from Ohio newspapers spent eight months investigating the state's juvenile justice system.

Some Republican lawmakers are suggesting that the legislature may go around the courts to decide what, if any laws will be changed as a result of the passage of Issue 1.

Cleveland has consistently low voter turnout, with only 29% voting in the November election.

Even though the conflict is happening thousands of miles away, Jewish and Palestinian communities are being impacted by the war between Israel and Hamas.

Republican leaders in the Ohio Statehouse say the fight over abortion did not end with the passage of Issue 1. Leaders also want tweaks to the recreational marijuana statute.

The "Sound of Ideas" hears reactions regarding the passage of Ohio's Issue 2, and what that means for the future of marijuana in the state.

What do the victories of Issues 1 and 2 in Ohio mean? Northeast Ohio political experts and Ideastream Public Media reporters offer analysis and insights on those issues and a number of local races.

State Issue 1 would codify abortion protections in the state constitution, Issue 2 would legalize recreational marijuana.

Creators have been using AI to create artwork for some time now, but a debate rages over what constitutes "real art."

Early voting in Ohio has picked up as Election Day nears and two major statewide issues, on reproductive rights and recreational marijuana, are on the ballot.

The community storytelling series "Sound of Us" is focusing its next installment on stories about marriage.

We will discuss Ohio's most recent purge of its voter rolls. Plus, voting experts answer questions about the voting process.

Several proponents and opponents of legalizing recreation marijuana discussed Issue 2, which is on Ohio's November ballot.

A recent panel discussion held at The Happy Dog looked at the health and economic impact of independent music venues in the region.

The expansion of public vouchers for Ohio students to attend private schools is going to be expensive.

Guests from the Jewish and Arab communities across Northeast Ohio discuss what's happening between Israel and Hamas.

The proposal wants to scrap Lorain County's current three-commissioner model in favor of a seven-district board with an appointed executive.

The program helps to reduce carbon emissions and preserve Northeast Ohio’s urban tree canopy.

There are eight candidates vying for three open seats on the Akron Public Schools Board of Education.

The department is eight years into the implementation of a federal consent decree.

A roundtable conversation led by the Cleveland Clinic and the Association of Black Cardiologists will focus on why communities of color are suffering from cardiovascular diseases at higher rates than their white counterparts.

The Center for Community Solutions researched the intersection of race and disability in Ohio for its latest report.

Ideastream's reporters will discuss the local races and ballot issues voters will decide in this November's general election.

Monday, the "Sound of Ideas" broadcasts the debate between the two men running to be the next mayor of Canton.

We will discuss the impact on the region’s Jewish and Palestinian communities as well as leaders.

Bowling Green State University's Mark Simon details a decades-long struggle for peace in the Middle East.

Ohio voters will decide two statewide issues. Issue 1 is on abortion rights. Issue 2 is on legalizing marijuana.

The discussion last month touched on the long-term health implications of utility debt, and resources that can help residents in need.

"All In For Tech" day, FutureLAND, and "Ohio VC Fest" are all events connecting inventors, entrepreneurs, developers, and investors.

Jordan is actively seeking the support of his colleagues after an historic vote this week toppled Kevin McCarthy.

The Ohio Cannabis Health & Business Summit hopes to educate the public about products and developments in the cannabis world.

Cleveland has a higher rate of infant mortality and poorer birth outcomes for Black babies.

The hospital system says the program in Cleveland is closing due to changes in family medicine, including a greater focus on outpatient care.

"Freakonomics" creator Stephen Dubner will be in Cleveland Tuesday night for a keynote address and a conversation with Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb.

The council says the decision whether to extend the sales tax for 40 years needs more discussion.

The latest "Sound of Us" series explores what it's like "Living on the Spectrum" by hearing stories of people with autism.

The online database, Green Book Cleveland, highlights historical safe spaces for Black people in Northeast Ohio.

An Ohio panel has opened the door to drilling state-owned lands but postponed its decision on state parks.

A free-speech group says this is the latest example of student-run publications coming into conflict with administration.

Downtown Akron, Summit Lake, and the Ohio & Erie Canal Park are all undergoing a transformation under the Akron Civic Commons initiative.

The story tops this week’s look at headlines on the Reporters Roundtable.

Myroslava Gongadze is a Ukrainian journalist who has covered issues in her home country and is the recipient of the 2023 Inamori Ethics Prize.

Cleveland voters will decide the charter issue proposal on the upcoming November ballot.

More than three years since many workers went remote due to the pandemic, trends are showing that remote work habits are changing.

The nonprofit Starting Point says there are nearly 20% fewer child care slots available in Northeast Ohio than there were in January 2020.

The departure of Akron's police chief, state school report cards, the UAW strike and more news will be discuss during this week's Reporter's Roundtable.

Marshall Project Cleveland and News 5 found reasons included failing to pay court fines and missing child support payments.

The deadline for contract negotiations between the United Auto Workers and three major automakers is Thursday night.

The new policy, which began Sept. 1, is facing criticism from local LGBTQ+ organizations.

Global Cleveland has a special "Global Entrepreneur In Residence" program that supports an entrepreneur immigrant that we'll learn about.

The recent heat wave is forcing some districts to cancel classes because schools lack air conditioning.

The invasive species is destructive to several crops in the region, particularly grapes.

Ohio native Kyle Kondik argues in a recent Politico piece that Ohio is a firmly red state now, despite the results of the recent August special election.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics cites that approximately 20% of new businesses fail during the first two years of being open, 45% during the first five years, and 65% during the first 10 years.

The redistricting commission will have just nine days before Secretary of State Frank LaRose says new maps are due.

Proponents of the dam removal say there will be environmental benefits as well as increased recreational opportunity.

We'll talk to local experts about hiring trends nationwide and in Northeast Ohio, and whether the era of the employees' market is over.

Northeast Ohio higher education experts discuss what’s driving the drop in enrollment and what’s being done to address it.

A high school in Canton and a district in suburban Cincinnati recently adopted a 4-day school week to address teacher burnout, and offer new opportunities to students.

The districts say arming staff will better protect students and is one of the stories on this week’s Reporters Roundtable.

Researchers, doctors and community leaders are joining forces to screen African American men for prostate cancer

Researchers, doctors and community leaders are joining forces to screen African American men for prostate cancer

According to an analysis by a public schools advocate, voucher recipients receive more money per pupil than some Ohio districts receive.

A new book from Shaker Heights native and Washington Post education reporter Laura Meckler traces the city's history of racial integration and schooling.

The first step of the targeted initiative resulted in 20 felony arrests and illegal gun seizures.

A campaign for a proposed amendment in 2024 wants to take lawmakers out of the process.

Cleveland Thrives is an effort by Leadership Cleveland alumni to drive progress across issues including economic mobility, food insecurity, gun violence, health and housing.

Ohio has had more than 11,000 cold case investigations on its books since 1965, but DNA testing can help move dormant investigation forward.

Voters will decide whether to enshrine abortion rights into the state constitution in November.

Foreign policy experts look at the rise of strongmen leaders across the globe, and what an international response could look like.

Foreign policy experts look at the rise of strongmen leaders across the globe, and what an international response could look like.

The Issue 1 defeat increases the stakes for the upcoming vote on a proposal to enshrine abortion protections in the Ohio constitution.

This anniversary reflects the 100 years since the 1923 annexation of West Park into Cleveland.

Voters turned out in bigger than expected numbers to turn back an effort to make it harder to amend the state constitution.

Reporters share how Ohio voters are feeling about State Issue 1 and the August special election at polling locations across Northeast Ohio.

A new connectivity plan hopes to bridge Downtown Cleveland with the lakefront via a land bridge.

The final days of in-person voting will be held this weekend as the August 8 special election will be decided on Tuesday.

The United Methodist Church is the latest denomination to experience a rift over issues involving the LGBTQ+ community.

The Cleveland Jewish News series tells the story of Sherman and the search for justice that continues for her family and friends.

The Ohio Northern University poll of 675 likely voters showed 42% favor and 41% oppose the Aug. 8 ballot issue.

27 new charging stations are planned across the state and manufacturers are hoping to build more infrastructure.

Voters will decide an abortion rights amendment in November, but the outcome of the August special election will determine how many votes are needed for it to pass.

“Mary & Bill: An Ohio Cold Case” focuses on the unsolved murders of Mary Petry and Bill Sproat. It is a cold case getting new attention.

The forum convened experts on the Aug. 8 special election ballot issue that would make it harder to amend the state constitution.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist's new book, "American Whitelash," asks whether this extreme racial division is new or has always been part of America.

The USA Today/Suffolk University poll released Thursday found 57% of likely voters are against making it harder to change the constitution.

A team of surveyors recently documented the City of Cleveland's nearly 163,000 properties.

A team of surveyors recently documented the City of Cleveland's nearly 163,000 properties.

Some boards of elections report seeing an increase in absentee mail ballot requests over last year’s low turnout August election.

A Cleveland nonprofit pairs police recruits with organizations to try to improve community policing.

Aurora resident John Domeck was part of the drug Leqembi's clinical trials.

Early voting began this week for the Aug. 8 special election to decide State Issue 1.

The vote Monday means another Akron neighborhood, North Hill, will have to wait for a building replacement.

The Opportunity Corridor aimed to better connect the two sides of the city and drive development for those living near it.

Ohio voters will weigh in on whether it should be harder to amend the state constitution.

The Board of Education recently voted to expand a pilot program to 13 schools next year.

Governor Mike DeWine signed off on the budget early Tuesday after making 44 line-item vetoes.

One bill would ban gender-affirming care and prevent trans athletes from participating in women's sports.

A single call mobilizes support services to help students and staff dealing with trauma and crisis.

Monday's "Sound of Ideas" will dig into some of the highest profile cases the Supreme Court ruled on during this term.

Householder was at the center of a $60 million bribery scandal.

Increased interest in cruises along the Great Lakes means ships will be docking in Cleveland this summer.

Following the lifting of a pandemic-era immigration policy, Cleveland city leaders are now preparing for 1,400 people to come from countries like Cuba and Venezuela.

Earlier this month, Walker's family filed a federal lawsuit against the city of Akron.

The Biden administration estimates student loans will be due starting in October.

The bills would impact education, sports and healthcare for LGBTQ+ students. The story tops this week’s Reporters Roundtable.

The Brent Spence Bridge replacement project is just one major bridge infrastructure project on the horizon.

New drugs originally developed for diabetes are also helping people lose weight.

A Cleveland Police internal investigation unveiled some 911 calls weren't being properly communicated to police.

The proposal from County Executive Chris Ronayne tops this week’s headlines for the Reporters Roundtable.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists estimate more than a quarter of all pregnancies end in miscarriage.

Mayor Justin Bibb and Police Chief Wayne Drummond's multi-faceted plan involves free recreational and educational-based programs.

Oberlin professor Greggor Mattson traveled to LGBTQ+ spaces across the country for his new book, "Who Needs Gay Bars?"

A proposed bill in the Ohio Statehouse is targeting diversity, equity and inclusion training, course curricula, and faculty rights.

The story tops our look at this week's headlines on the Reporters Roundtable.

The Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association initiative will provide reduced fee legal services to those who do not qualify for free legal aid.

We will discuss the concept of traumatic grief and the barriers that exist in getting mental health services to those who need them especially in the Black community.

Studio West 117 is a $100 million, 300,000-square-foot project on the Cleveland/Lakewood border.

Global demand and the war in Ukraine are pushing up energy prices.

Oil and gas exploration requests and rising electric bills top this week’s Reporters Roundtable.

The grassroots organization is aiming to make community members more involved in how Cleveland city dollars are spent.

The organization will host a forum exploring Cleveland’s global connectivity and prospects for a post-pandemic rebound.

We will discuss the various safety approaches being taken statewide as we mark the unofficial start to summer.

Ideastream's newest series details stories of surviving war, coming out as transgender, and dating as an older adult.

The Skills to Succeed campaign will train workers for in-demand jobs.

Historians discuss the importance of sharing the past amid the rise of antisemitism in Ohio and the country.

Last summer, the city of Cleveland installed 10 speed tables on residential streets as a traffic calming measure.

Last summer, the city of Cleveland installed 10 speed tables on residential streets as a traffic calming measure.

The request from the Cavaliers is the latest being considered by the Gateway Economic Development Corporation.

Letting yards grow during the month of May might be good for some pollinators, but experts say a more holistic approach should be taken.

Temporary public health policies put into place during the start of the pandemic are winding down.

The disease is still high-risk for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and immunocompromised people.

The disease is still high-risk for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and immunocompromised people.

Growing stress over environmental issues is being called "eco-anxiety."

Growing stress over environmental issues is being called "eco-anxiety."

The proposal would make it more difficult to amend the Ohio constitution by requiring a super majority of voters.

A community event this Saturday at Bolton Elementary School will focus on mental health and managing stress.

Dr. Vivek Murthy says loneliness is a health threat on par with obesity or smoking.

The new quarterly publication will publish positive stories about community members in East Cleveland.

Mayor Justin Bibb says he wants to shield the city’s general fund from stadium maintenance costs.

Opponents of the measure rallied at the Ohio Statehouse this week. The story tops this week’s Reporters Roundtable.

The city says it has collected 900 tons of materials from going into landfills in 2023.

Republican lawmakers want voters to decide whether to raise the threshold for amending the Ohio constitution on an August ballot.

Ted Ginn Sr. discussed his decades long leadership career at a recent event for The City Club of Cleveland.

Fieldstone Farm is just one of several equestrian therapeutic centers in the region that serve anyone from veterans, to those with physical disabilities.

The budget discussions top this week’s look at headlines on the Reporters Roundtable.

New efforts are aimed at training journalists to better support sources and care for their own mental health while reporting.

Men of color suffer disproportionate rates of disease and lower life expectancies compared to other demographics.

Candidates Shammas Malik, Tara Mosley and Marco Sommerville are in a virtual tie within the poll's 5-point margin of error.

Case Western Reserve University's Environmental Law Clinic is holding legal clinics in East Palestine to assist residents still dealing with the aftermath of the train derailment.

The special grand jury’s decision and the impact on the city top this week’s headlines on the Reporters Roundtable.

St. Vincent Charity Hospital's ER closed in November last year, but many people are still showing up at the site.

The Great Lakes hold the bulk of the nation’s freshwater resources even as areas to the west become more arid.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author argues that some people benefit from others remaining poor.

The stadium name change tops this week’s headlines for the Reporters Roundtable.

The second of two "Akron Decides" mayoral debates was held last night at the Akron-Summit County Public Library.

Experts and students will present TEDx lectures around "The Power of Good" theme.

U.N. Under Secretary-General Melissa Fleming is in town to discuss misinformation in the U.S. and abroad.

The space agency will send four astronauts towards the moon for the first time in more than 50 years.

A special grand jury will begin hearing the Jayland Walker police shooting case Monday.

Major League Baseball has made major rule changes to the game including a new pitch clock.

Law professors discuss the 34-count indictment against the former president and what comes next.

New York Times reporter Christina Caron shares how gun violence has affected the daily lives of Americans.

Drag events planned in Geauga County this weekend received threats from groups including the alt-right organization, the Proud Boys.

A Manhattan grand jury voted to indict former president Donald Trump on Thursday.

Energy policy reporter Kathiann Kowalski explains why utility costs are rising.

The ADL says the audit details the highest level of antisemitic activity since it began keeping records in 1979.

Cleveland State University tax expert, Debby Geier, weighs in on House Bill 1, which would create a flat income tax among other changes.

The collaboration kicked off last weekend with Innovation Day at Kent State University.

The story tops our look at the week’s news on the Reporters Roundtable.

Uncertainty is gripping the financial markets in the wake of recent bank failures.

The Federal Trade Commission says 30 million people are impacted by noncompete agreements in the workplace. The agency is seeking to ban them.

The Lake County suburb has a population of 19,121 people.

Hill gained national attention in 1991 when she accused Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment.

The proposal tops this week’s topics on the Reporters Roundtable.

The annual festival, organized by Case Western Reserve University, will look at wellness through different lenses, including physical, mental, and financial.

A new study shows bempedoic acid can reduce serious cardiovascular events such as heart attacks.

Last month, the city of Cleveland agreed to pay a settlement of $2.5 million in a lawsuit filed by a former police supervisor.