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WCPO Democracy 2008 Story Archive

November, 2009

11/01

Poll Locations Change: Find Out Where To Vote
Do you know where to cast your ballot on Tuesday? Click here to find out.

11/02

Getting Voters To The Polls Key On Tuesday
Cincinnati mayor and city council, Ohio casino vote and school tax issues on among items on ballot.

Senate Close To Extending Unemployment Benefits
Legislation cleared procedural hurdle Monday, setting up a vote to pass the bill later in the week.

11/03

Cinti. Council Race: 19 Candidates For 9 Seats
The Cincinnati City Council's first and toughest test will be projected $51.5 million budget shortfall for 2010.

Early Voting Busy In Some Polling Places
Some voters waited in cars to stay warm until Ohio polls opened at 6:30 a.m. on Election Day.

Issue 9: Mass Transit - What You Need To Know
As proposed, Issue 9 is an amendment to the Cincinnati charter that would require voter approval before the city could spend money for any passenger rail transportation including streetcars.

Ohio Issue #3: Will Casinos Come To Ohio?
Ohio voters have said 'no' to casino-related ballot measures four times in the past 20 years.

Issue 7: Cinti./Hamilton Co. Public Library Funds
Voters are being asked to approve a tax levy of 1.0 mil on Nov. 3. It would help fill the funding gap for operations and maintenance of library branches.

Issue 5: Funding For Hamilton Co. MR/DD Programs
Hamilton County voters are being asked to approve a tax levy Nov. 3 that would fund mental health services for the next five years.

Issue 6: Museum Center Repair Funding
Issue #6 is a renewal of part of an existing 2004 levy, but it’s for 0.02 mils less than is currently being collected.

Quick Facts: Cincinnati Mayoral Candidates
The race for Mayor of the City of Cincinnati on November 3 boils down to a choice of personalities and experience.

Voter Turnout 'Steady' In Hamilton County Election
Elections officials say money issues are the driving force behind people casting ballots.

McDonnell Wins Virginia Governorship For GOP
Republicans wrested political control of Virginia from the Democrats on Tuesday as independent voters swung behind the GOP.

AP Exit Poll: NJ Governor Race Too Close To Call
The tight three-way race for governor of New Jersey, a state battered by high taxes and scarred by government corruption, was too close to call after balloting ended Tuesday, according to an Associated Press exit poll of voters.

No Re-Vote Allowed In Columbia Twp. Trustees Ballot Mistake
Candidates names left off ballot, preventing 124 voters from choosing two of three candidates.

3 Statewide Issues In Ohio Show Early Leads
Three statewide issues show early signs of success, including controversial plan to add casinos in 4 Ohio cities.

Little Miami School Levy Fails
This is the third time voters have rejected the district's plea for money.

Cincinnati Mayor Has Early Lead In Re-Election Bid
Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory has an early lead in his bid to win a second term.

Republican Christie Captures NJ Governor's Race
Republican Chris Christie has defeated Democratic Gov. Jon Corzine in New Jersey.

Ohio Voters Approve Livestock Care Board
Ohio voters have delivered a victory to large farm operators, approving a new industry-dominated board to oversee livestock care.

Two Newcomers In Line for Cincinnati City Council Seats
Charlie Winburn (R) and Laure Quinlivan (D) would join seven incumbents if voting trends continue

Ohio Voters Approve Bonuses For Veterans
Ohio voters have opened their wallets to veterans, easily approving bonuses of up to $1,000 for those who served in the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan or Iraq.

Early Returns Show Ohio Casinos Ahead
Ohio would become the 39th state to legalize casinos if the measure's approved and would join neighboring casino states Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Bloomberg Wins 3rd Term As NYC Mayor
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg has narrowly won a third term as New York mayor in a race that was startlingly close.

Mallory Wins Second Term As Mayor
Mark Mallory says he will focus on economic development, public safety, and neighborhoods during his second term as Mayor of Cincinnati.

Wenstrup Concedes Mayoral Race In Cincinnati
Republican mayoral candidate Brad Wenstrup offered his concession speech just after 11 p.m. Election Night.

Issue 9: Cincinnati Mass Transit Fails
The Cincinnati Streetcar and rail transportation may proceed now that voter approval will not be required for officials to spend the money.

Ohio Issue 3: Casinos Will Come To Ohio
Ohio voters have said 'no' to casino-related ballot measures four times in the past 20 years, but the fifth time was the charm.

Issue 5 For MR/DD Renewed
Issue 5 for funding Hamilton Co. Mr/DD programs has passed with 100% of precincts reporting.

Issue 6 Passes For Museum Center
Issue 6 for museum center repair levy has passed with 100% of the precincts reporting.

Issue 7 Passes: New Chapter For Local Libraries
Issue 7 for the Cincinnati/Hamilton Co. public library funds has passed with 100% of the precincts reporting.

Wenstrup Doesn't Rule Out Running For Office Again
Republican mayoral candidate had strong showing at the polls.

Struggling Ohio Opens Doors To Casinos, Factory Farms
Backers of the casino issue spent more than $35 million pushing the plan. Large farm operators mounted a $4 million campaign to pass Issue 2.

Democrat Wins House Seat In Heavily GOP Area In NY
Democrat wins special congressional election by exploiting battle between moderates and conservatives for control of GOP.

7 Incumbents, 2 Newcomers Elected To City Council
Voters chose 2 new members of Cincinnati city Council, said yes to 7 incumbents and sent a clear message that they want council members to work more closely with one another.

11/04

GOP Senators Absent At Start Of Climate Debate
Republican Sen. George Voinovich of Ohio attended the Tuesday session for 15 minutes to explain the GOP's argument for staying away.

CPS Renewal Levy Passes, 4 Board Members Voted In
Both staff and students can breathe a sigh of relief after Issue 52, a renewal levy for the Cincinnati Public Schools, passed with 60% of the votes Tuesday.

Water Works Issue 8 Passes
Cincinnati Water District ammendment passes.

Little Miami Schools Placed On Fiscal Caution
The designation came from the Ohio Dept. of Education after the district's third plea for money was rejected by voters Tuesday.

Senate Acts To Extend Aid For Jobless, Homebuyers
Senate votes to give jobless up to 20 weeks of additional unemployment benefits & expand tax credit program for homebuyers.

Casino Backers Eager For Ohio Future
But casino opponents are still trying to make changes to the deal.

Groundbreaking Likely In Spring 2010 For Cincinnati Casino
Passage of Ohio Issue 3 seen as "defining moment" in the region's history.

11/05

Poker Champ Stakes Claim In Ohio Casinos
The casino developer and poker champion who had a failed bid for an Ohio slots parlor in 2008 has staked a claim to all four Ohio casinos.

Ohio Democrats Want Online Voter Registration
Lawmakers pushing for online registration so voters don't have to send information through the mail.

11/06

Pres. Obama Orders Flags To Be Flown At Half-Staff
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates has also declared a moment of silence at 2:34 this afternoon -- exactly 24 hours after the deadly shooting at Fort Hood.

Recount Possible In Hamilton City Council Race
A slim margin separated Timothy Naab and the other two candidates.

Analysis: 10 Percent Jobless Is Obama's New World
The President is now dealing with a brand new reality.

11/07

Democrats Clear Impasse Blocking Health Care Vote
Capping months of struggle, House Democrats cleared an abortion-related impasse blocking a vote on sweeping health care legislation late Friday.

11/09

Health Care Battle Moves To Senate
With the passage of sweeping health care legislation in the House of Representatives, Saturday, the fight will now be joined in the Senate.

FEMA Rule Change Has Safety Officials Fuming
It all started with a simple rule change.

Iran Accuses 3 Detained Americans Of Espionage
Relatives, US government says they were innocent tourists on an adventure hike when they accidentally crossed into Iran.

11/10

Hamilton Co. Commissioners To Battle With Court Order - Personally
Commissioner Hartmann warns it will be 'a circus.'

Reality Star vs. Jean Schmidt
A former 'Apprentice' star will run against the Congresswoman in 2010.

11/11

Pres. Obama Honors Veterans At Arlington Cemetery
'To all of them, to our veterans, to the fallen and to their families, there is no tribute, no commemoration, no praise that can truly match the magnitude of your service and your sacrifice,' the president said.

Ohio Governor's Campaign Regrets Fundraiser E-mails
The re-election campaign for Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland said it regrets sending invitations to fundraisers that suggested guests would have special access to officials, according to The Columbus Dispatch.

11/12

Fox Pleads Not Guilty To Corruption Charges
Former lawmaker accused of illegally profiting

Boehner: President Stalling Afghanistan For Health Care
House Minority Leader, Republican John Boehner, today, accused President Barack Obama of buying time for health care by requesting a revised war plan for Afghanistan.

RNC Health Insurance Plan Covers Abortions
The Republican National Committee's health insurance plan covers elective abortions for its employees.

11/13

Palin's Book Goes Rogue On Some Facts
Sarah Palin's new book reprises familiar claims from the 2008 presidential campaign that haven't become any truer over time.

11/17

Democrats Clear The Way For Controversial Court Nominee
Senate Democrats crush the Republican filibuster.

REX Pipeline Funnels Gas Across 8 States
$6.8 billion pipeline fully operational following the completion of the final 195-mile section between Warren and Monroe counties in Ohio.

11/18

Judge: Corps' Negligence Caused Katrina Flooding
Federal judge rules Army Corps of Engineers' failure to properly maintain a navigation channel led to massive flooding in Hurricane Katrina.

11/20

Sarah Palin Draws Big Crowd To Norwood Book Signing
Signs copies of "Going Rogue" and tests political waters for future political races.

Attorney Fights Ohio's New Lethal Injection Plan
An attorney for a condemned inmate says if the new plan is used next month, it amounts to human experimentation.



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