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DeWine: “We’re Trying to Protect Ohioans”
COLUMBUS, OHIO (WCPN) — On April 17, 1964, Columbus native Jerrie Mock became the first female aviator to circle the globe in her plane, the “Spirit of Columbus.” To kick… Read More
Michael Cohen, Ex-Trump Lawyer, To Be Released Early From Prison Amid Pandemic
The president’s former attorney and fixer will be permitted to move to home confinement because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Quarantine Playlist: Ben Davis Jr.
Although gathering for live music will be impossible for a little while, WOUB Culture is trying to keep the groove alive by asking members of the regional music scene about… Read More
A Pandemic Voter Guide for Ohio’s 2020 Primary
ATHENS, Ohio (OVR) — Ohio’s primary was moved to April 28 from its original date on March 17. The most important thing to remember about the date of Ohio’s rescheduled… Read More
White House Unveils Coronavirus Guidelines On Path To Reopening The Country
President Trump has said he believes many states could begin to re-open even before the federal guidelines for social distancing and mitigation expire on May 1.
Expert Involved in Pandemic Modeling says Slow Opening of Economy Could Begin May 1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Gov. Mike DeWine says the plan to restart Ohio’s economy begins on May 1, when the stay at home order expires. But one of… Read More
Lessons From Congress’ Last Experience Helping Rescue An Economy In Free Fall
Congress isn’t known for passing broad legislation quickly. Its response to the 2008 economic crisis has parallels with the coronavirus — and this period could also mean political blowback for some.
To Stay in Touch With Students, Teachers Bypass Computers, Pick Up Phones
School districts are going to great lengths to keep students and families engaged and connected. But when it’s not possible to get all online, they’re turning back to an earlier device: the telephone.
DeWine Says State Will Start Gradual Reopening of Businesses on May 1
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOSU) — Ohio will begin the slow process of reopening shuttered businesses on May 1, Gov. Mike DeWine announced Thursday. “I will fight just as hard to get this… Read More
Small Business Emergency Relief Program Hits $349 Billion Cap in Less Than 2 Weeks
The Paycheck Protection Program opened on April 3, and it was plagued with delays and technical difficulties from the start.
WATCH: Is There Help for Farmers Impacted by the Coronavirus?
Most farmers should be able to take out loans as a result of the relief bill, either through Economic Injury Disaster Loan program or the Paycheck Protection Program, which is… Read More
Ohio Valley Continues Unprecedented Surge of Unemployment
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (OVR) — Unemployment insurance claims are still reaching unprecedented levels across the Ohio Valley region. At least 287,576 people in Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia joined those… Read More
‘If It Doesn’t Challenge You, It Doesn’t Change You’: Speaking to OU Performance Professors
While many educators may be able to interact with their students remotely with relative ease, utilizing video chat services like Zoom and Microsoft Teams, providing guidance for students in the… Read More
Counties Say They Need More Federal Money To Stay Solvent Amid Coronavirus Shutdowns
Counties say declining tax revenues are hitting their budgets hard so they need federal money to keep fighting the virus and providing other essential services.
More Changes Underway for Ohio’s Unemployment System
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The state is preparing to release the new unemployment numbers Thursday as the agency that processes jobless claims continues to experience challenges. But leaders… Read More
Athens City School District Gives Hotspots To Students
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – As students continue to transition into online learning, Athens City School District (ACSD) has spent $96,000 on mobile hotspots to make that transition happen. Superintendent Tom… Read More
Athens Community Collaborates to Make Protective Masks
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens businesses and citizens are combining their resources and talents to supply protective masks for the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recommended… Read More
WHO Sets 6 Conditions For Ending A Coronavirus Lockdown
The easing of shutdowns is a hot topic, as economic output is now stalled in many countries – including the U.S. But ending a shutdown too soon could backfire, the World Health Organization says.
Lawsuit Filed Against Ohio Man Accused Of Price Gouging For N95 Masks
CLEVELAND, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The state has filed a lawsuit against a Cleveland-area man for hoarding personal protective equipment that is sorely needed by health care workers fighting… Read More
Quarantine Playlist: Cutler Station
Although gathering for live music will be impossible for a little while, WOUB Culture is trying to keep the groove alive by asking members of the regional music scene about… Read More
Creditors Cannot Seize Stimulus Checks From Ohioans
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Most Ohioans will soon be getting a stimulus check as part of a federal aid bill signed into law last month. Banks and creditors might see this as an… Read More
Coronavirus Takes a Terrible Toll on Ohio Valley Nursing Homes
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (OVR) — The coronavirus is taking a terrible toll on nursing homes in the Ohio Valley. Well over a thousand residents and staff at nursing homes and long-term… Read More
Five Conferences, Including the MAC, Ask NCAA for Relief Due to Pandemic
CLEVELAND, Ohio (AP) — Five FBS conference commissioners have asked the NCAA to relax some requirements to compete in Division I for the next four years, including the minimum number… Read More
Congress Won’t Return Until May, As Talks Appear To Stall On Small Business Aid
The schedule change, which followed the advice of health experts, comes as talks stalled on Republicans’ push to boost funding for a small business program.
DeWine Seeks to Loosen Some Medicaid Requirements
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WVXU) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Tuesday announced he is submitting a waiver application to the federal government asking for flexibility in Medicaid specifications in order to… Read More
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