Regional News Stories: April 2009

Upside/Downside: Social Networking on the Internet
Posted Friday, April 24, 2009
When it comes to applying for jobs, the internet can sometimes feel like a black hole. People post a resume and often never hear anything back. But the web can also be a powerful networking tool. In this recession, people who lose their jobs have tools at their disposal that people didn't have in previous recessions. ideastream®'s Eric Wellman spoke with a woman who's job is helping other people get jobs. Tina Gonzales is the founder of CareerComm.

PNC Posts Near Record Earnings During First Quarter 2009
Posted Thursday, April 23, 2009
Pittsburgh-based PNC Financial Services Group, which acquired National City Bank last year, had its 2nd highest net income quarter in its history. It earned more than half a billion dollars from January through March. Ideastream’s Bill rice reports.

Help Wanted: Applying Online Can Be Like a Black Hole for Job-seekers
Posted Thursday, April 23, 2009
As part of ideastream®’s Help Wanted series with the Plain Dealer, we’re bringing you the stories of Northeast Ohio’s newly unemployed. As we were listening to the interviews with dozens of job-seekers, we found a common frustration. ideastream® reporter Dan Bobkoff talks with Morning Edition host Eric Wellman about the troubles of applying for jobs on the internet.

Anisfield-Wolf Awards Announced
Posted Thursday, April 23, 2009
The Cleveland Foundation today announced the winners of the Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards. ideastream's Dan Moulthrop has details.

College Degree No Guarantee of Employment in Down Economy
Posted Thursday, April 23, 2009
More than 120,000 students will earn their degrees at Ohio colleges and universities this year. But for many, the toughest lesson is yet to be learned. These days a degree doesn't always mean financial security. ideastream'®s Kymberli Hagelberg reports on what new grads are facing in the annual spring transition from school to work.

Cleveland Mayor Decries Court Ruling On Hiring
Posted Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson is appealing a local judge's order that he says will lead to cutbacks in services and layoffs. The order was issued last week by Common Pleas Judge Peter Corrigan to force the city to comply with a charter provision requiring that employees pass a civil service exam. ideastream's Bill Rice reports.

Potential Carbon Emissions Regulations Spur Fierce Debate
Posted Wednesday, April 22, 2009
The environment is on the minds of congress this Earth Day, as the House Energy and Commerce Committee holds hearings on draft climate change legislation. The American Clean Energy and Security Act, if enacted, would significantly curb greenhouse gas emissions in the coming years. This all comes on the heels of the Environmental Protection Agency last week declaring carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases a threat to public health. And, there's growing momentum toward a cap and trade system, where polluters would have a financial incentive to cut emissions. It could all mean big changes for Ohio. ideastream®'s Dan Bobkoff Reports.

Advocates for Disadvantaged Want More Money from State Budget
Posted Wednesday, April 22, 2009
As Ohio lawmakers debate the proposed two year state budget, some advocates for the state's poorest, hungriest and sickest citizens continue to push for more money.

Lawmakers Consider Tougher Laws for Worst Sex Offenders
Posted Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Ohio legislators are taking another look at a plan that could keep sexually violent predators locked up, even after they've served their prison time. Bill Cohen reports from the statehouse.

Unemployment Above 15 Percent in 8 Ohio Counties
Posted Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Ohio's official unemployment rate now stands at 9.7 per cent, the highest in about 25 years. But a new breakdown shows many Ohio counties with an even bleaker jobs picture. Statehouse correspondent Bill Cohen reports.

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