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Ohio National Guard members seeking college degrees are eligible for personalized support
A new public-private partnership is joining the effort to get more of Ohio’s adult students to and through college. It’s the latest initiative aiming for residents to enroll or re-enroll as the state’s demographics continue to change and the number of high school graduates is projected to decline. This offering, though, is targeting a very…
DigitalC $20 million broadband contract passes Cleveland City Council, with conditions
The nonprofit internet provider – which has struggled to fulfill past promises – will have to sign up thousands of broadband users in the city to receive millions in American Rescue Plan Act dollars.
The fight over who controls Cleveland’s tax dollars: the People’s Budget debate, explained
People power or bureaucratic mess? Supporters and rivals of Cleveland’s Issue 38 – which would give residents a direct say over some city spending – will debate whether participatory budgeting is worth the money and effort.
Most recent Meeting Briefs
A $3.5 billion plan to transform downtown Cleveland
On Sept. 19, Cleveland City Council discussed Bedrock’s $3.5 proposal to transform Tower City and the riverfront over the next 20 years.
Police commission looks to other cities for ShotSpotter insights
On Sept. 20, the Cleveland Police Commission discussed gun-shot detection technology and concerns about forced hospitalizations.
Parking rates going up at Cleveland lots and meters (Podcast)
Cleveland City Council votes to cap parking rates at $5 per hour in city neighborhoods, $8 per hour for Downtown.
Local Resources: Utility Assistance
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Oct. 3: Cleveland Documenters information session
On Oct. 3 at 7:15 p.m., you are invited to learn about the Cleveland Documenters and how you can take part in this civic engagement opportunity.
Oct. 5: Cleveland Documenters Live Tweeting Training
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In this one hour training, we’ll discuss assignment preparation, how to document a meeting effectively via Twitter, and technical tips that can literally make or break your live-tweet thread.
Nov. 1: Cleveland Documenters information session
On Nov. 1 at 7 p.m., you are invited to learn about the Cleveland Documenters and how you can take part in this civic engagement opportunity.
On the record: Meet Signal Cleveland reporters
Cleveland deserves news on local health issues that centers residents
Signal Cleveland Health Reporter Candice Wilder goes on the record to explain what motivates her to write about the health issues facing Greater Cleveland residents.
Cleveland deserves higher education news created for everyone
Signal Cleveland’s Amy Morona believes higher education reporting is for everyone — it can be a gauge of the economic health of the region.
Cleveland deserves trustworthy community news
Najee Hall, Community Reporter for Signal Cleveland, goes on the record to explain his work and focus on providing trusted community news.
Cleveland deserves local government oversight, accountability and transparency
Nick Castele, government reporter with Signal Cleveland, explains why its important to follow news about your local government and politics.
Cleveland deserves community-focused criminal justice news
Signal Cleveland’s Criminal Justice Reporter Stephanie Casanova talks about her community-first style of criminal justice reporting.
Cleveland deserves economic news that gives everyday residents a voice
Signal Cleveland Economics Reporter Olivera Perkins goes on the record to share the mission behind her worker-focused Cleveland economy news.
Government
New bus ads light fire under Cleveland City Council on flavored tobacco ban
The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is sponsoring a run of ads on RTA supporting the push to ban flavored tobacco in Cleveland. The Bibb administration is…
Education
Case Western Reserve makes college free for some Cleveland, East Cleveland grads
It’s an expansion of the university’s ‘Cleveland Scholars’ program.
Health
Cleveland prosecutes landlords who ignored lead hazards in homes
The City of Cleveland has begun prosecuting dozens of landlords for ignoring lead hazards that pose a risk of poisoning children.
Economy
Cleveland, Cleveland Heights up for affordable housing funds
The legislation would authorize $6.35 million for constructing and rehabbing affordable housing in Cleveland, Lakewood and Cleveland Heights.
SAFETY & RESILIENCE
More Cleveland police receive crisis intervention training
The number of Cleveland officers trained to respond to mental and behavioral health crises is increasing.
