From hot tech jobs, to cool new cameras, this week we're featuring a wide range of stories, including how big tech is stepping up to support the people of Ukraine, now under siege by Russia.
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today offered tips and resources to Ohioans looking to assist the humanitarian crisis occurring because of Vladimir Putin’s aggression against Ukraine.
“Seeing images of hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians fleeing their homes is heartbreaking; and many Ohioans are looking for ways to help,” said Governor DeWine. “Unfortunately, scammers are quick to exploit people’s generosity and goodwill. Just a few extra minutes of research can help ensure contributions will be used for their intended purpose. Ohioans stand with the people of Ukraine and all of the freedom-loving people of the world and condemn this invasion and the suffering it has caused.”
To aid Ohioans looking to donate funds to help Ukrainian refugees, a group of organizations with positive reputations are included below; however, the list is not inclusive. Those looking to donate should reach out directly to individual organizations. The Ohio Governor’s Office is not coordinating donations.
The listing of charities below is not an endorsement, and they are not affiliated in any way with the Ohio Governor’s office.
Fund to Aid Ukraine: Established in 1990 the fund has helped provide medical supplies to Ukraine, support refugees, assist orphanages, and help victims of Chernobyl.
Direct Relief: Direct Relief works in the U.S. and internationally to equip doctors and nurses with life-saving medical resources to care for the world’s most vulnerable people.
Mercy Corps: This organization is assessing humanitarian needs in Ukraine and the region. They anticipate providing emergency cash assistance and supporting local organizations.
International Medical Corps: The group is expanding its relief efforts in Ukraine and in neighboring countries, to provide medical, mental health and protection services to the millions of people affected by the conflict, including refugees.
Save the Children: Donations to Save the Children can help provide children and families with immediate aid, such as food, water, hygiene kits, psychosocial support, and cash assistance.
Ukrainian Red Cross, International Committee for the Red Cross, and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies: These Red Cross organizations are working together to relieve the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and neighboring countries where refugees are fleeing.
To help ensure donations are used as intended, donors should check requests before contributing. For example:
When evaluating crowdfunding or online fundraising campaigns set up to help those impacted by the conflict, keep additional considerations in mind. For example:
Signs of a potential charity scam include:
US Senator Sherrod Brown joined Ray. They talked about about how countries have come together with heavy sanctions on Russia, oil prices going up in the US, and more.
This week's Student Athletes are from Norton High School.
Bailey Shutsa is a Senior on the Girls Basketball team. Her accomplishments include First Team All-League 3X & Two time All-Ohio (Special Mention as a sophomore, 3rd Team as a junior). Bailey is an excellent student as well with a 4.833 GPA. Her extracuriculars include Key Club, Pep Club & National Honor Society. After graduation, Bailey plans on playing college basketball but is undecided on where. She plans to double major in Neuroscience and criminal justice.
Reid Beddow is a Senior on the Football and Wrestling teams. His accomplishments include First Team All-League in both Football and Wrestling, 2nd Team All-Ohio in Football as a senior. He's an excellent student with a 3.555 GPA. After graduation, Reid plans to enroll at Stark State to become a First Energy lineman.
The Student Athlete of the Week segment is powered by NECA-IBEW and Akron Children’s Hospital.
Special Olympics; Ohio’s 2022 Indoor Winter Games are at Bowling Green State University this weekend, March 4-6. Libby Schafer, Northeast Regional Director of the Special Olympics, joins Ray to talk about the athletes and what to expect.
Dr. John Green is a political analyst and professor of Poltical Science at the University of Akron. He talks with Ray about what he expects of the State of the Union Address, Biden's role in the unity of NATO during the Russia-Ukraine War, ceasefire talks between Ukraine and Russia, and what it would take to get Russia to back down.
Akron Police have released body worn camera footage from the officer-involved shooting the early morning of February 22nd, at a home on Ritchie Avenue in West Akron.
In those videos below, the officers on the scene can be seen and heard instructing a man with a gun just inside the entry way of that home to drop his weapon several times.
The man refused those commands, eventually retreating back inside the house. SWAT was called in and eventually, they moved in, where they found two people, 21-year-old Lawrence LeJames Rodgers and 38-year-old Raymond Jones dead.
The investigation into the incident is still ongoing.
Dr. Andrew Barnes, an expert on Ukraine from Kent State University, joins Ray. They discuss Ukraine leadership, economics, the people, and more.
Terry Pluto joins Ray to talk about Black History in Baseball and the NBA. They discuss Larry Doby, Frank Robinson, and more.
Bartlett Maritime Corporation is looking to build a submarine dry dock for the U.S. Navy in Lorain and a naval equipment depot in Lordstown. WFMJ's Lindsay McCoy joins Ray to talk about the project proposal, economic impacts it would have, why they are looking at Ohio, and more.
While celebrity advertising endorsements are not yet a thing of the past; they're certainly on the wane, and changing, as a result of social media.
Find out why, with University of Akron Assistant Marketing Professor, Alexa Fox.
She recently co-authored a new study that analyzed celebrity athlete Twitter posts from the 2016 Olympics, and she tells us that a big name doesn't always deliver the biggest bang for advertisers.
For this week's Student Athletes of the Week we visit Buchtel High School.
DaMya Barker is in Track indoor/outdoor & Cheerleading. Some of her accomplishments include winning State in 100 & 300 hurdles last year, 3rd in the sate in 60 m hurdles, 9th in state 400, and 5th in state 60m. DaMya is an excellent student as well with a 4.0GPA. She's the class president and a member of the National Honors Society. Her extra curriculars include student ambassador, student council, College Credit Plus, and band.
Khoi Thurman is on the Boys Basketball team. He averages 15.6 points per game, 5 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals. Khoi recently scored 25 points against Brecksville and 25 points against Uniontown.
The Student Athlete of the Week segment is powered by NECA-IBEW and Akron Children’s Hospital.
Harlem Globetrotters' Julia 'Zeus' McClurkin joined Ray. Zeus holds world records for most slam dunks and most bounced 3 pointers in one minute, as well as most behind the back 3 pointers. They discuss the beginning of the Harlem Globetrotters, the global impact of the team, breaking records, and more.
Dr. Cliff Deveny, President and Chief Executive Officer of Summa Health, joins Ray to talk about where we are in the battle against Covid-19. They discuss getting up to date with health screenings, ER Protocol, hospital staff, and more.