Monday, May 20 2013 1:28 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:28:06 GMT
They were rolling cameras into place, making sure the lighting was just right, and preparing the explosives for a car crash scene. It was a busy morning on the set of Captain America Winter Soldier. InsidersMore >>
They were rolling cameras into place, making sure the lighting was just right, and preparing the explosives for a car crash scene. It was a busy morning on the set of Captain America Winter Soldier. InsidersMore >>
(WOIO) - Old-fashioned political patronage may have been at the heart of the Cuyahoga County corruption scandal but the practice isn't about to lose its popularity among politicians eager to recruit new supporters and reward old ones.
That's what happened last week when Governor Strickland made public his picks for the new Ohio Casino Control Commission. Now you would think that members of the commission, who will supervise the state's four new casinos, ought to have some kind of business or gaming background. That would make good common sense but not good political sense. So, Strickland named mostly democratic party functionaries and of course campaign contributors to the casino commission.
Picked to head the organization is Charles Saxbe, a republican lawyer from Columbus. Wait a minute, did I say republican? Oh well, not really. You see, Saxbe broke ranks with his party when he organized republicans for Strickland back in 2006. And now he gets his reward, a $60-thousand a year part-time gig.
The republican-controlled state senate still has to confirm these choices and they may decide to wait. After all, if a republican wins the governor's race, those patronage jobs will be just as valuable to them.
Write and let me now what you think. I'm Bill Applegate.
The outlook for job in Northeast of Ohio looks pretty promising according to a new report released by Team NEO. In the next decade they estimate the area to add 150,000 jobs. More >>
The outlook for job in Northeast of Ohio looks pretty promising according to a new report released by Team NEO. In the next decade they estimate the area to add 150,000 jobs. There is a bit a problem though and it will be finding the qualified and educated workers to fill the jobs especially in the medical industry. According to Jenny Febbs with Team NEO the challenge will be getting our young educated population to stay home as well as attracting people from other parts of the county.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:09 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:09:12 GMT
This spring, Cleveland will once again be home to super heroes and film crews. But transforming Cleveland into a movie set for Marvel Studio's Captain America: The Winter Soldier will require road closuresMore >>
This spring, Cleveland will once again be home to super heroes and film crews. But transforming Cleveland into a movie set for Marvel Studio's Captain America: The Winter Soldier will require road closures and alternate routes for motorists and pedestrians from May 18 through June 28.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 7:16 AM EDT2013-05-20 11:16:55 GMT
Hollywood crews are filming in Cleveland, and that may mean problems for anyone coming downtown. Two downtown streets are already blocked off, portions of East 6th and Rockwell. Commuters and downtownMore >>
Hollywood crews are filming in Cleveland, and that may mean problems for anyone coming downtown. Two downtown streets are already blocked off, portions of East 6th and Rockwell. Commuters and downtownMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:46 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:46:01 GMT
The American Red Cross has launched its official Tornado App, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in, visit or have loved ones in tornado-prone areas. The free app - availableMore >>
The American Red Cross has launched its official Tornado App, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in, visit or have loved ones in tornado-prone areas. The free app - availableMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:20:55 GMT
Travel season is fast approaching and we're looking for the credit cards that won't just help you spend your money, but actually give you something back. The credit card offers never stop coming, however,More >>
Travel season is fast approaching and we're looking for the credit cards that won't just help you spend your money, but actually give you something back.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:14 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:14:26 GMT
This week marks National Women's Health Week, a time when women are encouraged to get screened for many illnesses. Doctors say one of the most important tests for women is the mammogram. Over the pastMore >>
This week marks National Women's Health Week, a time when women are encouraged to get screened for many illnesses.More >>
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