Regional News Stories: June 2007

Through Deaf Eyes
Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007
The documentary Through Deaf Eyes looks at 200 years of deaf history in America. Producer and Director Larry Hott spoke to ideastream's Eric Wellman about the challenges of putting together the film and the skepticism he faced given that he himself isn't deaf. Larry Hott will be appearing at the Idea Center Sunday June 17th to show a portion of the film and answer questions from the audience. There will be sign language interpreters on hand.

Local Gangs Target of Federal Round Up
Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007
Two Cleveland gangs were the target of a federal round up yesterday. 38 people have been indicted on drug and weapons violations. ideastream's David C. Barnett has more.

NBA Finals International Flavor
Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007
The Cleveland Cavaliers are down three games to none in the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. A Spurs win tonight at the Q could make it a clean sweep. It's been largely a one-sided contest and TV ratings are way down. But, the NBA's popularity is growing outside of the United States. ideastream's Tasha Flournoy has this report on the finals international flavor.

Builders Turning to Auctions to Move Property
Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007
The region's slow real estate market is inspiring some builders to turn to auctions to sell off properties that haven't been moving. ideastream's Mhari Saito went to an auction last night in Lorain County and filed this report.

Statehouse News Bureau: Lawmakers and Insurance Companies At Odds Over Cancer Research
Posted Thursday, June 14, 2007
Cancer is the number one killer of Ohioans. Two state lawmakers say the research being done throughout the state can change that. But they say insurance companies may be standing in the way of patients who are needed for that research. Statehouse correspondent Karen Kasler reports.

New Elections Director Speaks
Posted Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Jane Platten is scheduled to be sworn in just minutes from now as Cuyahoga County's next elections director. Platten has been serving as interim director since Michael Vu stepped down in February. Her appointment comes after a rocky couple of years in which Cuyahoga County made national headlines for a series of election problems. Jane Platten spoke to ideastream's Eric Wellman from her office.

Simplifying Healthcare
Posted Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Across the nation physicians say they're increasingly frustrated with the complicated and not-so-transparent agreements they have with insurance companies. Earlier this year, Colorado passed a bill to simplify the dealings between doctors and insurers, and now Ohio could follow suit. Lawmakers in Columbus are considering bills that carry bipartisan support and backing from the Ohio State Medical Association. ideastream's Health Reporter Lisa Ann Pinkerton has the story.

Lakewood Grads Come With Guarantee
Posted Wednesday, June 13, 2007
If you're in the market for a high school graduate, Lakewood has a deal for you! Every graduating member of the class of '07 now comes with a two-year guarantee. ideastream education reporter Dan Bobkoff explains.

Cavaliers Lose First Home Finals Game
Posted Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Last night at the Q, the Cavaliers fought hard to maintain the few small leads they earned in their first home game of the NBA finals. But in the end a win was just out of their reach. ideastream's Lisa Ann Pinkerton reports.

Ohio Public Radio: Frankie Coleman Resigns
Posted Tuesday, June 12, 2007
The wife of Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman has submitted her resignation to the Ohio Department of Development and checked into an alcohol rehab center. Frankie Coleman is leaving amid an investigation into her work hours. Ohio Public Radio's Jo Ingles reports.

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