OH: Social Justice
Monday, April 15, 2024
Insulin price gouging continues despite attempts to rein in the industry
Nearly one million Ohioans have been diagnosed with diabetes, but the cost of insulin continues to be a barrier for people needing the medication…
Biden’s Climate Corps could bring jobs to Appalachian Ohio
A Biden administration program called the American Climate Corps aims to hire and train 20,000 people in conservation, climate and clean-energy jobs…
USDA's climate action fellows to help Ohio farmers/small businesses access clean energy funds
Ohio will soon get a dedicated person to help farmers, ranchers and other landowners apply for federal grants to help fight pollution and climate …
CROWN Act would ban discrimination based on Black hairstyles in Ohio
By Faith Fistler for Kent State NewsLab.Broadcast version by Nadia Ramlagan. The first time Tyana Barton was singled out because of her hair was …
Push is on to add Voters Bill of Rights to Ohio Constitution
Ohioans may have the chance to add a new Voters Bill of Rights to the state Constitution to support ballot access. Voting rights' advocates said …
Ohio foodbanks say Thriving Families Tax Credit could help reduce hunger
Ohio lawmakers are considering a proposal that would implement a statewide refundable child tax credit. Regional food banks say the bill would help …
Older adults and climate advocacy
While scientists say extreme climate changes are happening more frequently, a new study aims to link aging adults to its risks and their potential to …
Cleveland expands local air monitoring program
The City of Cleveland wants new community air advisers to help expand air monitoring in historically redlined neighborhoods. Christina Yoka…
Ohio agencies work with churches to strengthen supports for foster children
More than 3,500 foster children are available for adoption in Ohio, and state agencies are connecting with local faith congregations to help recruit …
Groups hoping Ohioans are feeling philanthropic on Giving Tuesday
On Giving Tuesday tomorrow, donating money isn't the only way to support the groups and causes you care about. The global Giving Tuesday movement …
Ohio schools haven’t kept pace with growing number of English learners
Ohio schools are stepping up to meet the needs of a growing number of English learners. Nearly 40% of around 60,000 English learners in the state …
Congress proposes slashing funding for Head Start programs
More than 3,000 Ohio children could lose access to Head Start programs under budget cut proposals now being considered by Congress. From birth …