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The Wake Up

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The Wake Up - March 31, 2021 IBM and the Cleveland Clinic give Cleveland a quantum leap in the battle for tech supremacy

The Supreme Court does what lethargic Cuyahoga County leaders have not and reforms the bail system. Ohio sometimes paid unemployment benefits even when employers reported the claims as fraudulent. Jobs Ohio will invest $50 million in start up companies. Bryan Flannery, former state representative, announces bid for 11th Congressional District. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 31, 20216 min

The Wake Up - March 29, 2021 Only 34 of Ohio's 400,000-plus coronavirus cases since mid-December were people who'd been vaccinated

Cleveland Municipal Court Judge Pinkey Carr is accused of abusing her power. With vaccinations up, why aren’t Ohio coronavirus numbers going down? Critics want Cleveland to replace zoning code allowing controversial, oversized townhouses, ‘slot houses’. 7 shot inside nightclub on Cleveland’s West Side, police say. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 29, 20214 min

The Wake Up - March 26, 2021 Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine finally decides to shift vaccines around the state based on demand, helping cities while reducing rural surpluses.

Ex-U.S. attorney who oversaw HB6 investigation will now help Ohio combat unemployment fraud. New Cuyahoga County Jail will not be built using traditional sealed bid process. At long last, Ohio legislators repeal the stinky parts of House Bill 6 nine months after learning of how corrupt it was. New law curbing Gov. Mike DeWine’s coronavirus powers expected to be challenged in court. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 26, 20216 min

The Wake Up - March 25, 2021 Ohio legislators override Gov. Mike DeWine and cripple his ability to issue health orders

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, trying to help the state overcome gerrymandering, loses his with the U.S. Census bureau. Lordstown Motors under increasing scrutiny on feasibility of the electric truck startup. Cautious optimism for Cleveland Hopkins International Airport coronavirus rebound. Ohio postpones tax filing deadline to May 17, matching the IRS revised deadline for federal taxes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 25, 20215 min

The Wake Up - March 24, 2021 -- The cost of that mass vaccination clinic at the Wolstein Center? More than $ 8 million

Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish and the County Council provide another $10 million to help people with their rent. Cleveland Metroparks moves closer to lakefront trail connection by placing first section of Wendy Park Bridge. Ohio Supreme Court orders Secretary of State Frank LaRose be deposed by Summit County GOP. NFL Draft impact seen as ‘blessing’ for downtown Cleveland bars, restaurants -- and a boon to local foodies, with food trucks, dining deals & more. See acast.com/privacy f...

Mar 24, 20214 min

The Wake Up - March 23, 2021 The NFL says the Cleveland draft will be a big and safe party but does not say how many can attend

Hugs are legal again in Ohio nursing homes! The NFL says the Cleveland draft will be a big and safe party but does not say how many can attend. Ohioans 16 and older will be eligible sooner than anticipated for the vaccine, if local health departments have extra vaccines. Ohio hits one million coronavirus cases, in just over one year. Zach Reid formally enters Cleveland mayoral election race. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 23, 20216 min

The Wake Up - March 22, 2021 During the pandemic, a lot of people moved to Cleveland to do their remote work

During the pandemic, a lot of people moved to Cleveland to do their remote work. Details about those Army angels running the vaccine clinic at the Wolstein Center. Two NE Ohio high school officials in the news. Mike DeWine says he would have votes against the recently passed federal stimulus package. New proposed Ohio legislation to create University of Alabama football tribute state license plate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 22, 20215 min

The Wake Up - March 18, 2021 A guy from Lorain is charged with beating a Capitol Police officer in the Jan. 6 insurrection

A guy from Lorain is charged with beating a Capitol Police officer in the Jan. 6 insurrection. Inspector general of Cleveland police department issues report on high speed pursuits. Cleveland State University promoted a disgraced Cuyahoga County official just three weeks after hiring him! Ohio senate passes emergency bill that adds flexibility to standardized testing and graduation requirements in response to effects related to pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information....

Mar 18, 20216 min

The Wake Up - March 17, 2021 By months end, every Ohioan 16 or over will be eligible for coronavirus vaccinations

By months end, every Ohioan 16 or over will be eligible for coronavirus vaccinations. A good government group in Ohio wants lobbyists to disclose sources when fundraising for politicians. Ohio's vaccine registration site turned a lot of people into fibbers. ACLU data analysis prompts years overdue Bail reform in Ohio. Neil Clark found dead with a head wound and a handgun near his home in Florida. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 17, 20215 min

The Wake Up - March 16, 2021 The Census Bureau says there's no way it can make Ohio's deadline for redrawing political maps

The Census Bureau says there's no way it can make Ohio's deadline for redrawing political maps. Mike DeWine issues new coronavirus rules for students involved in extracurricular activities. Solon High School principal Erin Short is reinstated after investigation ruled unfounded. Cuyahoga county sheriff temporarily suspends deputies and correction officers' ability to work second jobs as security agents, following a murder in an Ohio bar. Some Ohio colleges had the foresight to head off coronavir...

Mar 16, 20217 min

The Wake Up - March 15, 2021 -- How Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will get minority communities to his mass vaccination center

How Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will get minority communities to his mass vaccination center. Cleveland in line to get the most stimulus money in Ohio, by far. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine asks President Joe Biden to form a national strategy to fight unemployment fraud. Zach Reid announced he is leaving his job to run for Mayor. Justice department seizes $5 million in assets in a drug investigation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 15, 20217 min

The Wake Up - March 12, 2021 Timothy Loehman, who shot and killed 12-year-old Tamir Rice, will not get his Cleveland Police job back

Ohio approaching threshold needed to remove restrictions across the state. Ohio approaching threshold needed to remove restrictions across the state. Brook Park's prosecutor loses his bid to criminalize criticism of a nursing home on Facebook. Mike DeWine reiterates that he will veto a bill that he claims will limit his ability to protect Ohioans. Downtown Cleveland appears to have withstood the pandemic effects on real estate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 12, 20215 min

The Wake Up - March 11, 2021 -- Did FirstEnergy supporter Bill Seitz really say he sees no House corruption in the corrupt House Bill 6?

Senate confirms Ohio Rep. Marcia Fudge as HUD secretary. Did FirstEnergy supporter Bill Seitz really say he sees no House corruption in the corrupt House Bill 6? Ohio house puts stamp on senate bill that restricts Mike DeWine's ability to issue health orders. University Hospitals joins clinical trial for drug that treats mild cases of Covid-19. Giraldo Rivera announces that he is exploring a run for US senate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 11, 20214 min

The Wake Up - March 9, 2021 -- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine drops the eligibility age for COVID-19 vaccines to 50

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine drops the eligibility age for COVID-19 vaccines to 50. Part of Ohio department of health centralized vaccine signup website is now live. A federal judge wants to know who authorized the public identification of a FirstEnergy whistleblower. A school funding overhaul bill that died last year, is back. Cleveland teachers and students stayed home on Monday, still waiting on an agreement over union demands on building safety protocols. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-o...

Mar 09, 20215 min

The Wake Up - March 5, 2020 A $4.3 million FirstEnergy payment to Ohio's former utilities chief gets stinkier by the day

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tells us what it will take to lift all coronavirus restrictions, and we're not that far from it. Ohio secretary of state has sanctioned the summit county board of elections. Greater Cleveland Food Bank will build new larger facility. Cuyahoga County arts advocates want permission to expand cigarette tax through state budget amendment. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 05, 20216 min

The Wake Up - March 4, 2021 Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish digs in on his claim to full power over the county sheriff

19 year old Cleveland man was shot in the back according to autopsy, confirming witness reports. Congressman Jim Jordan needs a new abacus - his campaign finance reports are a mess. Cleveland Clinic recognized as second best hospital in the country. Ohio senate unanimously to repeal more than one billion dollars in nuclear subsidies, a central component of corrupt house bill 6. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 04, 20215 min

The Wake Up - March 1, 2021 Here's why your air travel ticket prices are going up in Cleveland

Ohio students likely will take standardized tests this year, but the scores won't carry penalties. Dave Jost asked supreme court to commence suspension proceedings against Ken Johnson. Baiju Shah named new president of Greater Cleveland Partnership. Notorious RBG exhibition opens at Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 01, 20215 min

The Wake Up - Feb. 26, 2021 Ohio's coronavirus vaccine supply will more than double starting next week

Ohio's coronavirus vaccine supply will more than double starting next week. Civil rights advocates including Tamir Rice's mother stop the almost certain reappointment of Steve Dettelbach as U.S. attorney. No investigation, no information after Ohio's unprecedented levels of unemployment fraud. Attorney General Dave Jost suing the US Census Bureau. Schools delay in person learning by one week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 26, 20215 min

The Wake Up - Feb. 25, 2021 -- Ohio spends $3.6 million on its own vaccine sign-up system because the federal version stinks

Ohio spends $3.6 million on its own vaccine sign-up system because the federal version stinks. Cleveland authorities mishandled May protests according to report. Consultant proposed opt-in system for Cleveland recycling program. Donald Trump weighs in on who should led Ohio's Republican Party. Republican bill introduced this week. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 25, 20216 min
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