Regional News Stories: June 2008

Plain Dealer Changes Reflect the New World of Newspapers
Posted Monday, June 30, 2008
The Cleveland Plain Dealer debuted a new format, this morning. The paper is combining sections and eliminating pages in an effort to reduce costs and adapt to the changing information needs of its readers. It's part of a nationwide trend in the newspaper business which has been profoundly affected by the internet. ideastream®'s David C. Barnett has more.

Banning Trans Fat
Posted Monday, June 30, 2008
New York City's controversial ban on trans fat takes effect today. Restaurants, bakeries and other food establishments will be subject to fines if caught using the ingredient, which has been linked to coronary heart disease. ideastream®'s David C. Barnett reports on local efforts to restrict the familiar food additive.

Some Concerned About Emphasis On STEM (1st of 2 stories)
Posted Monday, June 30, 2008
First of two stories - There's been a big move toward boosting the amount of classroom time kids get in science, engineering, technology and math, also known as STEM. But advocates say they're worried other courses and disciplines are being pushed aside to allow STEM to grow. Ohio Public Radio's Karen Kasler reports. (Part 2 airs Tuesday 7/1)

Ancient Impact Thought to Have Changed the Face of Mars
Posted Monday, June 30, 2008
Researchers have long struggled to explain the reason why the northern and southern hemispheres of Mars look so different. Now they think they may finally have an answer. Ideastream's Gretchen Cuda reports.

McCain in Lordstown to Woo Autoworkers
Posted Friday, June 27, 2008
John McCain brought his presidential campaign to the Lordstown General Motors plant today, where he faced a skeptical crowd. The Republican nominee talked with auto workers about trade policy, new energy technologies and his belief in America's ability to solve big problems. ideastream®'s Kymberli Hagelberg was there, and spoke with Bill Rice earlier this afternoon.

The Business of Art
Posted Friday, June 27, 2008
The Cleveland Museum of Art is opening 19 galleries this weekend that have been closed for three years as they've undergone a major renovation. It's widely considered to be the most expensive project ever undertaken by an Ohio cultural institution. But the CMA is far from alone when it comes to plans for expansion. ideastream®'s Eric Wellman found out major art museums across the country are looking at a similar picture.

Rising Fuel and Food Prices Claim Charity Volunteers
Posted Friday, June 27, 2008
Rising gasoline and food prices are affecting everyone - but the latest victims are volunteer organizations that depend on both. Ideastream's Gretchen Cuda reports.

Local Prof Reacts to Gun Ban Decision
Posted Thursday, June 26, 2008
Yesterday's Supreme Court decision striking down a strict ban of handguns in the nation's capitol will have little impact in Cleveland - that's according to Law Director Robert Triozzi. But a local law professor says it does have implications in the long term. ideastream®'s Bill Rice has more.

City Receives Grant For Green Housing
Posted Thursday, June 26, 2008
A federal grant is on its way to Cleveland that will allow the rehabilitation of more than 600 housing units around the city... all of them designed to meet new "Green" project standards. ideastream's® Rick Jackson reports.

Ohio Senators Back Mortgage Bill
Posted Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Both Ohio Senators are pushing a new Senate bill aimed at reducing foreclosures and bringing relief to the housing market. Some Republicans say it is a bail out and protects bad lenders. Sara Sciammacco has more from Washington.

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