Ohio News Archives

Ohio’s New U.S. Senator Jon Husted Has a History of Connections to Energy and Charter Scandals

The same day Jon Husted was tapped to be Ohio’s next U.S. Senator, former FirstEnergy executives were indicted on federal racketeering charges

by Marilou Johanek, Ohio Capital Journal January 21, 2025May 26, 2025

News & Views

Security Crackdown Following Guard’s Killing in Ohio Puts Spotlight on Prison Safety

Several men incarcerated at the Ross Correctional Institution say that correctional staff, joined by a tactical unit with no body cameras, have increased the use of force and pepper spray

by Doug Livingston, The Marshall Project - Cleveland January 20, 2025June 19, 2025

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LifeWise Academy Draws Criticism From Some Ohio Parents, Support From Religious Organizations

LifeWise Academy, a controversial Hilliard-based religious instruction program, enrolls 50,000 students across 29 states — including about 160 Ohio school districts.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 20, 2025June 4, 2025

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At Least 61,000 Ohioans Could Lose Medicaid Health Coverage If Work Requirements Go Forward

“This proposal will take health care away from thousands of people who are struggling to make ends meet”

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 17, 2025June 17, 2025

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With Trump’s Inauguration Imminent, Ohio Jan. 6 Participants Prepare for Pardons

“I think you will be surprised how many people he pardons right away. I don’t think he’s going to do three a day. I think it’s going to be hundreds a day.”

by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal January 16, 2025January 24, 2025

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Medicaid Changes Floated on Ohio and Federal Level Could Impact Hundreds of Thousands

The upcoming two-year budget cycle will present questions for leaders in Ohio

by Susan Tebben, The Ohio Capital Journal January 15, 2025July 5, 2025

News & Views

Ohio Republicans Start the Year by Throwing Public Education Under the School Bus

Ohio House Speaker Matt Huffman is looking to cut revenue to public schools while spending a ton of tax dollars on private school vouchers

by Marilou Johanek, Ohio Capital Journal January 14, 2025February 22, 2025

News & Views

Serious Concerns Raised Over Proliferation of Ohio Data Centers

Massive tax cuts, meager job creation, large power requirements, and delayed action on climate change among the concerns

by Marty Schladen, The Ohio Capital Journal January 13, 2025May 29, 2025

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Expanding Access to Mental Health Supports Would Help the Economy, According to New Report

The cost of untreated mental health challenges to the U.S. economy is nearly $300 billion

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 10, 2025January 21, 2025

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Signs Forced-Outing, Mandated Religious Release Time Policy Bill into Law

The law will require educators to out a students’ sexuality to their parents

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 9, 2025May 6, 2025

News & Views

Dr. Amy Acton is Running for Ohio Governor

The former Ohio Health Department director is the first Democratic candidate to announce

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 8, 2025June 24, 2025

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Ohio Recreational Marijuana Sales Topped $242 Million in 2024

But the Statehouse could still try to limit home grow, lower THC levels, up the tax rate, and change how revenue is collected

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal January 7, 2025February 28, 2025

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Ohio News

Ohio’s New U.S. Senator Jon Husted Has a History of Connections to Energy and Charter Scandals

Security Crackdown Following Guard’s Killing in Ohio Puts Spotlight on Prison Safety

LifeWise Academy Draws Criticism From Some Ohio Parents, Support From Religious Organizations

At Least 61,000 Ohioans Could Lose Medicaid Health Coverage If Work Requirements Go Forward

With Trump’s Inauguration Imminent, Ohio Jan. 6 Participants Prepare for Pardons

Medicaid Changes Floated on Ohio and Federal Level Could Impact Hundreds of Thousands

Ohio Republicans Start the Year by Throwing Public Education Under the School Bus

Serious Concerns Raised Over Proliferation of Ohio Data Centers

Expanding Access to Mental Health Supports Would Help the Economy, According to New Report

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Signs Forced-Outing, Mandated Religious Release Time Policy Bill into Law

Dr. Amy Acton is Running for Ohio Governor

Ohio Recreational Marijuana Sales Topped $242 Million in 2024

Photos: Thousands of People Filled Downtown Cleveland for the 2026 Pride in the CLE March and Festival

Photos From Cleveland Public Library’s “Senior” Prom at the Addison Branch

Photos From Cleveland Magazine’s Best of the East Party at Landerhaven

Photos: The Cavaliers Opened Their 2026 NBA Playoffs with a Win Against the Raptors