Ohio joins multi-state lawsuit against Uber subscription service
Ohio and the FTC allege Uber misled consumers about savings and made cancellations difficult under its Uber One subscription, claims the company disputes.
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Amid ICE agent abuse arrests in Ohio, advocate says it ‘fails to police its own ranks’
Immigrant advocates are pressing ICE to explain its agent screening and oversight after one Ohio officer was convicted of sexual abuse and another arrested on domestic violence charges.
10 Ohio colleges and universities were not in alignment with the science of reading, audit shows
An Ohio audit found 10 college teacher preparation programs out of alignment with the science of reading, prompting warnings from Gov. Mike DeWine as the state pushes literacy reforms.
Records show Husted declined Teamsters-backed labor bills while taking trucking PAC money
Federal filings show Sen. Jon Husted accepted trucking industry PAC funds while declining to cosponsor labor bills backed by the Teamsters, according to public records.
Gov. DeWine weighing whether to eliminate Ohio’s absentee ballot grace period
An Ohio bill awaiting Gov. DeWine’s signature would end the absentee ballot grace period, potentially rejecting thousands of otherwise valid votes, records show.
Ohio farmers see one-year, 74% loss in Chinese sales due largely to Trump tariffs, report shows
Ohio farmers lost nearly $76 million in exports to China this year as Trump’s tariffs disrupted trade, with soybean producers hardest hit and bailouts falling short of losses.
Ohio Board of Pharmacy issues emergency ruling banning most kratom products for 180 days
Ohio’s Board of Pharmacy has enacted a 180-day emergency ban on most kratom products, targeting synthetic compounds while leaving natural kratom legal for now as permanent rules are considered.
Thrift Junktion LLC opens new resale store in Downtown Tiffin
Thrift Junktion LLC, a new resale shop offering affordable new and gently used items, has opened at 191 S. Washington St. in Downtown Tiffin.
United Steelworkers endorse Sherrod Brown for U.S. Senate
The United Steelworkers endorsed Sen. Sherrod Brown’s bid for reelection, praising his support for organized labor, fair trade, and pension protections for Ohio workers.
Incoming health care changes mean more overall struggles for Ohioans, advocates say
Health care advocates and researchers say the new year will be a challenging one for Ohioans with federal changes to…
Ohio Gov. DeWine discusses legacy, pending legislation
With about a year left in office, Gov. Mike DeWine outlined his legacy goals, pending decisions on voting and marijuana bills, and his cautious approach to the 2026 governor’s race.
The Ohio grandma racing to help Haitian parents protect children as more deportations near
As Haitian parents face deportation, Springfield, Ohio, is racing to protect children left behind, with charities warning of an imminent custody and legal crisis.
Sherrod Brown meets Northwest Ohio residents struggling with health care costs
Senate candidate Sherrod Brown met with area residents to discuss health care costs, criticizing Sen. Jon Husted’s voting record on ACA premium tax credits.
Ohio’s largest public service unions endorse Amy Acton for governor
Four major public service unions endorsed Dr. Amy Acton for governor on Dec. 4, adding to an earlier endorsement from the United Auto Workers.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said he will sign intoxicating hemp ban into law
Gov. Mike DeWine says he will sign Senate Bill 56, banning intoxicating hemp products and revising Ohio’s voter-approved marijuana law with new restrictions.
‘This bill is going to put …. me out of business.’ Ohioans in hemp industry fear potential new law
Ohio Senate Bill 56 would ban intoxicating hemp sales outside dispensaries and tighten marijuana rules, raising fears of business closures and rollbacks of voter-approved reforms.
Judge won’t block Ohio’s plan for new Cleveland Browns stadium, won’t dismiss case against it either
A federal judge let a lawsuit proceed challenging Ohio’s plan to use unclaimed funds for a Browns stadium, but declined to halt transfers set for 2026.
Energy market watchers see Ohio electric bills rising as data center demand continues
With PJM’s price cap about to expire, analysts expect capacity costs to rise sharply amid data-center growth and slow power-plant buildouts — pressures that could raise Ohio families’ electric bills in coming years.
With human costs of gambling mounting in Ohio, more are seeking help
With online sports betting legal, Ohio is experiencing growing financial distress, addiction behaviors, and soaring helpline calls — a human toll clinicians say mirrors substance-use disorders and demands greater public awareness.
Despite data center pressure, utility disconnections are down in Ohio
Electric prices are up sharply as AI data centers boost demand, yet Ohio disconnections have dropped — a trend consumer advocates say masks growing hardship as household costs and energy bills continue to rise.
