Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal, Author at Cleveland Scene

Ohio’s New Texting-and-Driving Law Takes Effect, With a 6-Month Warning Period

Police can now pull drivers over for using a phone absent any other pretext, but they won’t begin writing tickets until October.

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal April 4, 2023September 6, 2024

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Ohio Right to Life Makes Spurious, Anti-Trans Argument in Favor of Supermajority Amendment

Right to Life officials claim a reproductive rights amendment would allow youth to receive gender affirming care without parental notification

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal March 31, 2023August 3, 2024

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Voting Rights Organizations Demand Funding for Photo ID Education Efforts in Ohio

Ohio’s first election with stringent new photo ID requirements is around the corner, and organizers worry those rules will disenfranchise voters

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal March 30, 2023November 10, 2023

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Ohio Senators Working to Resurrect Recently Eliminated August Elections to Fight Abortion Amendment

“If we save 30,000 lives as a result of spending $20 million,” Senate President Matt Huffman argued, “I think that’s a great thing,”

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal March 24, 2023August 16, 2023

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Revived Measure to Require 60% Majority for Ohio Constitutional Amendments Gets First Hearing

After eliminating August special elections months ago, Republican lawmakers now looking to bring them back for this proposal

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal March 23, 2023June 23, 2025

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How the Bid to Make It Harder to Amend Ohio’s Constitution Fell Apart

Emails and texts between Republican state Rep. Brian Stewart and Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose shed light on the behind-the-scenes maneuvering to advance a resolution to make it harder for voters to amend the Ohio Constitution.

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal March 14, 2023August 3, 2023

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Marijuana Business Owners Line Up Against Ohio Senate’s Proposed Medical Cannabis Overhaul

The Senate proposal, SB 9, would drastically increase the number of dispensaries and growers

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal March 7, 2023December 4, 2024

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What Norfolk Southern’s History of Accidents Say About the Company and Industry

One former conductor said Norfolk Southern doesn’t have a great reputation when it comes to safety

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal February 27, 2023May 12, 2025

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State, Federal Authorities Ramp Up Pressure on Norfolk Southern as East Palestine Recovery Continues

“It is clear that area residents are not satisfied with the information, presence, and support”

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal February 21, 2023August 3, 2023

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“For Them It’s Just One Train. It’s Forever for Us” — A View From East Palestine and an Update on Response Efforts

Sen. Sherrod Brown: “FEMA assistance is absolutely necessary”

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal February 20, 2023October 13, 2024

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EPA, Congressional Delegation Visit East Palestine to Hear From Residents Impacted by Derailment

“The fact that they replaced the rails, I think, suggests they’re much more focused on reopening the railway than on cleaning up this community,” J.D. Vance said

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal February 17, 2023August 3, 2023