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Toy store stays 'Cleveland tough' in spite of economy
Jeremy Hobson Oct 5, 2012
The Big Fun Toy Store, in the suburb of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, is a small business that has dealt with the ups and downs of the state's economy over the last several years.
Ohio: Staring into the face of change
Jeremy Hobson Oct 5, 2012
From closed-down steel mills to the sprawling modern Cleveland Clinic, Ohio's economic past, present, and future is a window into the state of our nation.
Pretending to be poor can change your perspective
Krissy Clark Oct 6, 2012
Poverty simulation exercises confront participants with empty wallets, tough choices, and a better understanding of low-income people.
Debate roundtable: Ohio voters pick Romney as winner
Jeremy Hobson Oct 4, 2012
Following the presidential debate, voters in the swing state of Ohio weigh in on what issues matter most for the middle class this election and who won the debate.
Battleground Ohio: Governors past and present on election 2012
Jeremy Hobson Oct 3, 2012
Ahead of tonight's debate, current republican Governor John Kasich and the state's former democratic Governor Ted Strickland share their views on Ohio's economy and how it fits in the national election this year.
Young, poor and creative in San Diego
Jolie Myers Oct 5, 2012
Kids growing up in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego weigh in on their community through photos and videos
Law against panhandling ruled too harsh
Krissy Clark Sep 28, 2012
An Arcata, California ordinance did not allow non-aggressive requests for money, including signs, in many parts of town. But that all changed when a judge ruled the mandate unconstitutional.
Taking on teacher tenure
Amy Scott Sep 20, 2012
States across the country are trying to make it easier to fire ineffective teachers by changing the tenure process. But some people are still wondering... what does K-12 tenure mean?
Census data shows wealth and poverty of California cities
Shereen Marisol Meraji Sep 24, 2012
Fresno, California is one of the nation's poorest regions. Just three hours away, San Jose is one of the richest.
Moving from very poor neighborhoods improves health
Mary Harris Sep 20, 2012
Researchers have found that while moving out of poorer neighborhoods improves a person's health and general happiness, moving to a better-off region did not improve families' income.
