Jeanne Destro

Jeanne Destro

A new study on Human Trafficking in Ohio, done recently by the University of Cincinnati, is being used by State officials to better help victims--many of whom, are children.

Sophia Pappadimos, is the Anti Human Trafficking Coordinator for the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Jeanne Destro talked to her today about the report, what it means, and what you can do to help.

This week, it’s all about cars—from students actually building and racing their own Formula cars, to tires for autonomous fleets, and car companies gearing up for a time when more computers than people do the driving. 

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This week, The FBI hunts crypto criminals, something fishy with blockchain, flip-phones making a comeback, and rear view mirrors that actually look back at you! 

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This week, using big data to fight opiod addiction, big data breaches—and what the government can do to stop them, the latest on efforts to restore net neutrality, and the race in space to provide internet access.

 


This week, more details on how Facebook is becoming an internet service provider, where to look for new tech jobs, our greatest cyber threat, and a new app that’s sure to be a hit with pet lovers.


 

This week, eBay celebrates the one year anniversary of it’s “Retail Revival” program in Akron, Facebook is becoming an internet service provider in Canton, tiny tech that’s big, big fun, and why selfies really do make your nose look bigger.

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Thursday, 28 February 2019 12:37

Galonski Focuses on Human Trafficking

Today is the 10th annual Human Trafficking Awareness day at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus.

Jeanne Destro talked to State Representative Tavia Galonski of Akron, who is pushing for some new laws to fight the problem.

Thursday, 28 February 2019 12:33

State of the Akron Public Schools

Akron Public Schools Superintendent David James is delivered his State of the Schools address today, which in part focused on partnerships with the local business community, that will help students find jobs after graduation.

They include career training opportunities through Akron Children's Hospital, at North High School, and the operning of the Firestone Complete Auto Care Center at East C-L-C.

To read his entire speech, click here.

Friday, 22 February 2019 09:28

This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-2-22-19

This week, more big cyber attacks, new life-saving chemical sensors, Ford recalling more than a million vehicles, and a new dating app---for cows!

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Friday, 15 February 2019 12:13

This Week in Tech with Jeanne Destro-2-15-19

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This week, we’re looking at all kinds of technology—from race car tires, to satellites. We’ll also hear about how Jeff Bezos’ racy texts and selfies sparked a national scandal, the economic impact of fracking, and how technology is helping us find love—in the refrigerator.


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