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Sound of Ideas
"Sound of Ideas" is Ideastream Public Media's daily flagship public affairs program focusing on Northeast Ohio.
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City of Cleveland's police oversight system is involved in two lawsuits, infighting
Ideastream's Matt Richmond discusses how efforts to enact lasting police reform are being impacted by the recent lawsuits and internal conflict.
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As COVID-19 surges in NEO, public health experts discuss new vaccine, long COVID research
The Cuyahoga County medical director and a Cleveland Clinic physician discuss the new COVID-19 vaccine and how to prepare for other fall viruses.
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Talking Foreign Policy | How will foreign policy play into the presidential election?
A panel of foreign policy experts discuss how international relations could differ between a Trump/Vance and Harris/Walz administration.
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Effort to save Trumbull County hospitals despite decision to close | Reporters Roundtable
Two Trumbull County hospitals will begin shutting down following an announcement by Steward Health Care this week. The Texas-based for-profit owner of the…
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Vice President Kamala Harris takes the national spotlight at the Democratic National Convention
The messaging at the DNC could preview the Democratic strategy for the rest of the presidential election.
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Akron Public Schools superintendent discusses the state of the district
00:00 Students in the Akron Public Schools are getting ready for a new school year. It is the second year under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Michael…
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NE Ohio parents say they struggle with child care needs, costs and availability
We'll talk with parents and experts about the gaps in the child care system in Ohio.
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Helplines like 211, 988 provide essential community services for Northeast Ohioans
A recent United Way Community Conversation detailed the need for these helplines in the region and more about how they assist residents with food, housing and…
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FirstEnergy agrees to deal to avoid state prosecution | Reporters Roundtable
FirstEnergy will avoid state prosecution for paying off public officials in the biggest bribery scheme in Ohio history by paying even more money to the state…
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Should students be drug tested? Many Ohio districts have policies for middle, high school students
This year, Strongsville City School District is joining other Ohio districts who drug test students participating in sports and other activities, or drive to…
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MetroHealth board removes CEO for the second time in two years
00:00 For the second time in two years, the MetroHealth board has taken action to fire its CEO and president. Last Friday, the board terminated its employment…
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Cuyahoga County leaders urge Browns owners to keep stadium in Cleveland
Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne and council President Pernell Jones Jr. spoke against moving the stadium to Brook Park in a press conference Monday.
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Indigenous peoples' history is the subject of new podcast, 'The Ohio Country'
A new podcast series from WYSO in Yellow Springs aims to right the historical record of Ohio's numerous native tribes.
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Sound of Ideas Community Tour| Transforming the future of Akron's innerbelt
The latest Community Tour stop was in Akron, where the city and its residents are reimagining what to do with a vacant stretch of highway.
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Violent storms leave destruction across Northeast Ohio | Reporters Roundtable
Many people across Northeast Ohio remain without power after tornadoes and violent thunderstorms earlier this week. FirstEnergy says it is bringing in extra…
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Will Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz joining the Harris ticket impact the race in midwest states like Ohio?
We'll hear about any impact Walz makes on the race for the White House, especially as he goes up against Ohio's JD Vance, who is Donald Trump’s running mate.
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Ohio is now open for business for recreational marijuana sales
00:00 Months after voters approved recreational marijuana use in the state for adults 21 and older, legal sales have now started. 16:54 Intellectual diversity…
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Cleveland officials discuss offer to keep Browns Downtown on the lakefront
The owners of the Cleveland Browns, Jimmy and Dee Haslam, announced in March that they were exploring moving the team to the neighboring suburb, Brook Park.
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Mayor Bibb goes public with offer to keep Browns in Cleveland | Reporters Roundtable
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb has gone public with the city's offer of $461 million, about half the cost of a proposed renovation of the existing lakefront…
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Northeast Ohio independent and undecided voters share why the two parties aren't speaking to them
Following the turbulent last few weeks of the presidential election, we'll check in with voters who aren't drawn to either major party.
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Ohio granting permits to companies for recreational marijuana market
Voters approved legalized recreational marijuana in Ohio last November. But recreational marijuana sales have not yet started.
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Ohio public media stations look at how $2B opioid settlement is being spent
The settlement money from pharmaceutical companies will go to communities greatly impacted by the opioid epidemic.
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Affordable housing advocates and high-end developers discuss the need for more apartments
Architects that are working on high-end projects in Northeast Ohio discuss new construction, while others push for more affordable units.
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Redistricting reform constitutional amendment makes the November ballot | Reporters Roundtable
In November, Ohioans will vote again on redistricting reform, this time to cut elected officials out of the political mapmaking process.
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Lead safety advocates react to audit that found CMHA failed to report lead poisoning in children
The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority failed to report at least 10 cases, according to an audit by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Can Ohio be a bigger player in media production following Superman filming in Cleveland?
A recent City Club of Cleveland conversation looked at the economics of the film industry, and how to create more opportunities for diverse representation.
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Some property owners in Northeast Ohio are seeing home values jump more than 30%
The first major home appraisal since the pandemic found property values increasing in Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain and Geauga counties. What does that mean for taxes?
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Northeast Ohio and state leaders react to President Biden dropping out of the race
After weeks of growing pressure, President Biden suspended his reelection campaign and endorsed his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Federal audit calls for CHMA to improve inspections for lead | Reporters Roundtable
A recent report from the Inspector General for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development found shortcomings on the part of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan…
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Ohio Senator JD Vance makes his first speech as Trump's VP pick at Republican National Convention
Vance's speech came on the penultimate day of the RNC, held in Milwaukee.
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Can Americans find their way back to civility in politics?
After an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania last weekend, there have been calls to lower the…
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Leaders of Cleveland Metroparks discuss park investments and new projects
The Cleveland Metroparks was recently awarded a $19.5 million federal grant, which will help pay for several trails on the city's southeast side.
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New executive overseeing West Side Market lays out improvement plan
Rosemary Mudry, the head of the West Side Market's non-profit arm, discussed changes to the beloved institution at a City Club of Cleveland forum.
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Reappraisal shows home value increases across Cuyahoga County | Reporters Roundtable
A six-year, state-mandated reappraisal of Cuyahoga County homes shows significant increases in value, an average of 32%. What will that mean for property tax…
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Recent Supreme Court decision could impact penalties for unhoused individuals in Ohio
In June, the United States Supreme Court ruled that local municipalities can make it a criminal offense for a person to sleep or camp in a public place.
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What comes next for two amendment issue campaigns in Ohio?
Last week, the group behind an anti-gerrymandering amendment proposal submitted nearly double to petition signatures required to make the November ballot. But…
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City of Cleveland dedicates millions to invest in 'middle neighborhoods'
Cleveland Neighborhood Progress is coordinating with the City of Cleveland to invest millions of ARPA dollars into specific areas.
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Cleveland-area clinical psychologist advised on new Pixar film ‘Inside Out 2’
The filmmakers turned to Dr. Lisa Damour when making the sequel to 2015’s “Inside Out.” The movies deal with the emotional life of Riley Andersen who is now 13.
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Cleveland mourns death of officer after deadly holiday shooting | Reporters Roundtable
The holiday began on a somber note for the men and women of Cleveland's police. An officer died after being shot while trying to take into custody a man wanted…
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Education experts explore the impact of expanded private vouchers in Ohio
Ohio recently expanded the income eligibility for its EdChoice private voucher program. The voucher program is now the subject of a lawsuit challenging its…
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Case Western Reserve University legal scholars discuss historic presidential immunity ruling
The 6-3 Supreme Court ruling likely ends any probability that former President Donald Trump will be tried before the November election in his federal election…
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Cleveland's Buckeye-Woodhill residents are revitalizing the neighborhood, one street at a time
With help from community organizations and faith leaders, more than 70 blighted homes have been removed, and new homes have been built.
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Ohio Lawmakers pass flurry of bills in marathon session before summer recess | Reporter's Roundtable
Thursday night, the first presidential debate was held between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden.
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Will the first 2024 presidential debate between Biden and Trump change the mind of Ohio voters?
The debate will be moderated by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash in Atlanta, where there will be no live audience, and new rules to limit interruptions.
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Cleveland Clinic expert weighs in on surgeon general’s call for social media warning labels
The surgeon general of the United States says he's concerned about young people using social media and the potential dangers to their health.
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New to the job, Akron Police Chief Brian Harding has already faced major challenges
A week into his official tenure, the city of Akron experienced a tragic shooting that took the life of one person and injured 27 others.
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Looking for an escape this summer? Northeast Ohio book lovers curate a 2024 Summer Reading List
Experts including local librarians and bookshop owners discuss the best books to bring on summer vacation.
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Heat advisory extended as record and near-record temps continue | Reporters Roundtable
The National Weather Service says it will take longer for the current heat wave to break. A heat advisory has been extended through Saturday night. The story…
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More Black Americans are going vegan in part to combat heart disease
According to Pew Research Center, 8% of Black Americans are vegans or vegetarians, compared to just 3% of the general population.
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As Northeast Ohio faces population loss, young professionals share what is enticing them to stay
A massive retirement wave is on the horizon, according to economists. This is expected to further the U.S. talent shortage.
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Northeast Ohio organizations mark Juneteenth holiday with arts celebration
Literary Cleveland and ThirdSpace Action Lab are teaming up for a poetry-centered event as a way to celebrate Juneteenth.
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Questions remain over week of Cleveland City Hall closures amid cyber threat | Reporters Roundtable
City officials have made assurances that tech experts are on the case, but lack details about the cause or consequences of the threat.
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Ohio's deadliest tornado tore through Lorain and Sandusky 100 years ago this month
A meteorologist discusses how warning technology has improved since the deadly Lorain-Sandusky tornado of 1924.
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Longtime leader of Northeast Ohio Hispanic nonprofit is stepping down
Victor Ruiz is leaving Esperanza, which provides mentoring to youth in the community, after 15 years on the job.
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New Ohio law expands foreign money ban to state ballot issues
Republicans say the law will deter foreign influence, but Democrats say it is targeting progressive ballot campaigns like redistricting reform.
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Have a history of cancer in your family? Doctors recommend genetic testing
A blood test can screen for dozens of genes linked to certain types of cancer. One Cleveland woman says genetic testing may save her daughters' lives.
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Akron Police search for suspects and motive in mass shooting | Reporters Roundtable
Prayer vigils are being held and mental health support services are being mobilized to help an Akron neighborhood following a mass shooting last weekend during…
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Sharing veterans' stories is important 80 years after D-Day, as few WWII vets survive
On the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France we share veteran's stories, talk about the importance of D-Day, and hear about how Northeast…
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Cleveland-area clinical psychologist advised on new Pixar film ‘Inside Out 2’
The filmmakers turned to Dr. Lisa Damour when making the sequel to 2015’s “Inside Out.” The movies deal with the emotional life of Riley Andersen who is now 13.
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park forms international bond with UK ‘Sister Park’
Dartmoor National Park, in the southwest part of the United Kingdom, is forming a five-year-long partnership with Cuyahoga Valley National Park.