More than 60% of Ohio kindergarteners aren't turning up ready to learn. A statewide book program will use pediatric visits to try to close the gap.

North Coast CARE splits child-care costs between employers and the state, offering up to $400 per child per month for a capped pilot of 100 children in Lorain County.

State funding has been secured to keep five of the Northeast Ohio Boys & Girls Clubs open, rescuing them from closure and allowing services for up to 300 children to continue.