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The sequester cuts and a steelworker's job prospects
Kai Ryssdal May 2, 2013
It's been nearly a year since Richard Crowe was laid off from his job as a steelworker. And because of the sequester, his unemployment check was cut 10 percent. But a new job might be in his future.
State budgets are doing better, but will they spend the new income?
David Weinberg Apr 30, 2013
State tax receipts have rebounded and are set to exceed the pre-recession peaks. After severe budget cutbacks, states are spending the new money on...what?
Ohio governor proposes tax on haircuts, dating services
Nick Castele Feb 12, 2013
Gov. John Kasich's budget proposal cuts income taxes and it lowers the sales tax, but there's a catch. It levies sales taxes on a big list of services for the first time.
Cleveland area tries to create a college-going culture
Amy Scott Nov 30, 2012
Ohio's Cuyahoga County will start a college savings account for every kindergartener.
Cleveland Plain Dealer reporters launch pre-emptive strike
Dan Bobkoff Nov 26, 2012
Expecting an end to daily publication, the paper's journalists are trying to get public support before cuts are announced.
Political sector catching up with business on diversity
Chris Farrell Nov 9, 2012
If there's one message that both political parties have taken away from the election, it's that the demographics of the electorate are changing. Could it shake up Washington?
Post-election ad space deals won't last
Josh Rogers Nov 8, 2012
For months, political advertising glutted the airwaves in election swing states like Ohio, Florida and New Hampshire. Now that the election is over, there are cheap openings for regular advertisers. But they won't last long.
Political uncertainty continues to hang over markets
Jeff Horwich Nov 9, 2012
Following Tuesday's election, the markets took a plunge. The major stock indexes all fell nearly 2.5 percent -- the biggest sell-off of the year.
In Obama second term, EPA set to issue emission rules
Scott Tong Nov 8, 2012
Climate change may regain priority in the Obama administration. One area where the President can act without Congress is supporting the Environmental Protection Agency as it writes new rules limiting emissions.
Young voters turn out for Obama
Amy Scott Nov 8, 2012
Despite fickle reputation, the Millennial generation may stay party-loyal.
