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Ohio House Democrats Introduce Bills to Regulate ICE Presence in Ohio
They would ban officers from wearing face coverings, among other restrictions.
Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal
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Some in Ohio’s Marijuana Industry Oppose New Attempt to Overturn Hemp Ban, Marijuana Restrictions
As a referendum effort begins collecting signatures to get on the ballot, some groups say the new changes will work just fine.
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Federal Judge Blocks End of Temporary Protection Status for Haitians as Hundreds of Ohioans Show Support
The Trump administration is expected to appeal the ruling. But “we must recognize that forcing Haitians to return under these conditions is neither safe nor just,” said one advocate.
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‘The Folks Are Fearful.’ Haitians Living in Ohio May Soon Lose Temporary Protected Status
“There’s a lot of concern that people may be put in detention while they’re waiting for their asylum hearings, and be taken away from their kids, their work, and their homes.”
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Republican Ohio State Senator Faces Ethics Complaint Over Alleged Oil and Gas Conflicts
“The complaint alleges Chavez’s conflicts of interest regarding undisclosed business entities and fast-tracking legislation that could benefit these interests.”
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Ohio Equal Rights Starts Collecting Signatures to Get Two Amendments on November Ballot
“Individual rights are constantly under attack in this country, and Ohioans deserve protections that cannot be taken away by shifting political winds.”
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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Rejects Proposed Referendum Trying to Overturn New Marijuana Law
Ohioans for Cannabis Choice filed a petition for a referendum to repeal Ohio Senate Bill 56, which is set to take effect March 20.
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What are the Statuses of Ohio’s Education Bills in the Legislature?
A handful of education bills are still under consideration by state lawmakers.
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Ohio’s Recreational Marijuana Sales Topped $836 Million in 2025
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed a bill into law last month that made various changes to the state’s voter-passed marijuana law.
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Ohio’s Minimum Wage Increases to $11 Per Hour in 2026
Ohioans passed a constitutional amendment in 2006 that increases the state minimum wage every year based on the consumer price index.
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Ohio Hemp Bill Would Put Future of THC Beverages in Hands of Federal Government
Brewers are concerned that federal action won’t come until after the state of Ohio’s prohibition on THC drinks goes into effect in December 2026.
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Ohio Board of Pharmacy Issues Emergency Ruling Banning Most Kratom Products for 180 Days
Kratom was the cause of death in more than 200 unintentional overdoses deaths in Ohio from 2019 to 2024, according to preliminary data from the Ohio Department of Health.