Gov. DeWine says Ramaswamy ad blaming Acton for 2020 poll closure is inaccurate
Gov. Mike DeWine says he — not Amy Acton — ordered Ohio's 2020 primary polls closed, calling a new Ramaswamy-McColley attack ad against Acton inaccurate.
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Republican candidate for Ohio governor drops running mate 17 days before primary election
Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Heather Hill announced Saturday she is dropping running mate Stuart Moats, who called her allegations "complete lies," 17 days before the May 5 primary.
Crypto, sports betting and other interests target Ohio’s biggest political races with millions in spending
Planned outside spending echoes Ohio’s historically expensive 2024 Senate race, while new filings show sports betting and school choice money is flowing into the governor’s race.
Columbus restaurant cancels fundraiser for Republican Ohio governor candidate over ‘Nazi’ comments
The restaurant’s owners said on Facebook they didn’t adequately vet Casey Putsch, a long-shot GOP candidate who has courted followers of white supremacist Nick Fuentes.
Vivek Ramaswamy mocks Amy Acton for being a childhood sex abuse survivor
GOP gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy posted a video saying opponent Amy Acton can only "complain about what someone else did to her" — one day after his allies were condemned for shaming Acton over her documented childhood sexual abuse.
Casey Putsch tears into Vivek Ramaswamy, quits NRA in fiery video
Ohio GOP gubernatorial candidate Casey Putsch cancels his NRA membership on camera, attacking Vivek Ramaswamy's gun credentials and the NRA's endorsement of the frontrunner 3 weeks before the May 5 primary.
Poll: Amy Acton leads Vivek Ramaswamy by 10 points in Ohio governor's race
A new poll commissioned by the Ohio Environment Council finds Democrat Amy Acton leading Republican Vivek Ramaswamy 53% to 43% among likely November 2026 voters, with Ramaswamy underperforming among his own party.
Ohio Democratic governor candidate Amy Acton makes pitch for addressing health care costs
Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton warns rising health care costs are pushing families to drop coverage and criticizes Vivek Ramaswamy’s past comments on Medicaid and Medicare.
Here are the candidates running for Ohio statewide office in 2026
Ohio voters will decide races for governor, U.S. Senate, statewide offices, and the Ohio Supreme Court this November. Here’s a look at who’s running ahead of the May primary.
Politicians show Ohio voters their true colors
Social media erupted last week over Democratic Ohio attorney general candidate Elliot Forhan’s 40-second video post. “I want to tell…
Ohio Democratic ticket of Amy Acton and David Pepper hold affordability roundtable
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton and running mate David Pepper made their first joint appearance in Bexley, focusing on housing costs, affordability, and criticism of gerrymandered state politics.
Child care advocates hopeful for new year, but see long road ahead for funding, access
Ohio child care advocates warn a $600 million funding gap and federal uncertainty could limit access for families, making the 2026 governor’s race pivotal for future child care policy.
What candidates are running for statewide office in Ohio in 2026?
Ohio’s 2026 election will feature open races for governor, all statewide offices, and two Supreme Court seats, with Amy Acton, Vivek Ramaswamy, and others already entering crowded fields.
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.
‘Voters will be ready for a change.’ Ohio Democratic Party sets sights on winning 2026 elections
After sweeping major mayoral races across Ohio, Democrats say momentum is on their side heading into the 2026 elections. With every statewide office open due to term limits, party leaders see their best opportunity in decades to regain control of state government.
Poll shows Ohio governor’s race a toss-up as Acton tops Ramaswamy in favorability
A new Hart Research poll shows Democrat Dr. Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy virtually tied in the 2026 Ohio governor’s race, with Acton leading slightly on favorability. The survey found voters view Acton’s pandemic leadership more positively than pundits expected, and that her bipartisan background could appeal to independents.
Dr. Amy Acton, candidate for governor, to visit Tiffin
Former Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton will visit Tiffin for a campaign reception and public meet and greet on Oct. 23.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announces former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel as next lieutenant governor
Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine announced his selection Monday morning of former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel to serve…
Communities of color, faith, stand behind Ohio Issue 1 redistricting reform
The heads of prominent civil rights and anti-discrimination groups, along with faith-based groups, have joined a list of supporters of…
