State lawmakers want to earmark $250 million for local jail construction and renovations — an idea that county officials applaud. If approved, it’ll be a massive...
GUEST EDITORIAL | Youngstown Vindicator Capital punishment hangs in an awkward state of limbo in Ohio these days. Yes, the death penalty remains on the books,...
As the anniversary of Norfolk Southern’s train derailment in East Palestine approaches, political leaders are taking stock in Ohio and Pennsylvania. East Palestine sits right along...
It was a blatant political stunt, but I appreciate the gesture. Last week, a Democrat in the Ohio House introduced a bill he’s calling the Super...
MIAMISBURG — A local state senator is calling on Governor Mike DeWine to activate the Ohio National Guard. On Friday, Ohio Senator Niraj Antani (R-6) sent...
Thomas Suddes | Columbus Dispatch Thomas Suddes is a former legislative reporter with The Plain Dealer in Cleveland and writes from Ohio University. tsuddes@gmail.com Given that...
Starting in January a new state law will make it harder for children under 16 to access social media in Ohio. On Jan. 15, Ohio’s Social...
Akron Beacon Journal Editorial Board | Akron Beacon Journal (This opinion article represents the collective viewpoint of the Akron Beacon Journal’s Editorial Board, which includes two...
The fight underscores divisions between DeWine and fellow Republicans over flavored tobacco, including menthol, and the tension between state lawmakers and city officials over home rule...
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With Election Day closing in, anti-abortion groups seeking to build opposition to a reproductive rights measure in Ohio are messaging heavily around...