The Ohio public pays the price for Big Tech’s data centers
As Big Tech expands AI data centers, Ohio and the nation face higher energy bills, strained power grids, and growing climate and consumer costs, according to new reporting.
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Ohio Sen. Jon Husted promotes D.C. businesses in Ohio TV ad
An ad featuring Ohio Sen. Jon Husted urging support for small businesses aired on Ohio TV stations while showcasing businesses based in Washington, D.C.
Ohio spends billions to create jobs. Economists say the lack of jobs is making people leave
Ohio is projected to lose 675,000 residents by 2050, with economists citing weak job growth despite billions in tax breaks and incentives promoted by Republican state leaders.
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.
Ohio utility corruption defendants to SCOTUS: Bribes are free speech
Two men convicted in Ohio’s HB 6 utility corruption scandal are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn their convictions, a move that could reshape how political bribery is prosecuted nationwide.
Ohio Department of Children and Youth director joins DeWine in defending state child care
Gov. Mike DeWine says Ohio’s child care system is well protected against fraud as the state works with the Trump administration to secure continued federal funding for child care programs.
After Ohio’s landmark decisions on HB 6 utility scandal, what’s next?
Ohio regulators ordered FirstEnergy to pay about $250 million for HB 6 corruption violations, including major customer refunds, while leaving advocates pressing for deeper accountability and future rate scrutiny.
Reproductive rights regulated, tested in Ohio Republican bills, as Dems continue attempts to protect
Ohio lawmakers are preparing new abortion legislation in 2026, with Republicans seeking restrictions and Democrats pushing to align state law with voters’ approval of reproductive rights in the Ohio Constitution.
Will Ohio lawmakers try to override Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto on teens working late?
Ohio lawmakers could attempt to override Gov. Mike DeWine’s veto of a bill extending work hours for 14- and 15-year-olds, reviving debate over child labor, school impacts, and workforce needs.
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.
Trump says US ‘will run’ Venezuela during transition after capture of President Maduro
Trump says the U.S. will govern Venezuela after capturing President Nicolás Maduro in an unapproved military strike, drawing global backlash and deepening debate over war powers and immigration.
Ohio governor, advocates, defend the state’s child care system amid Minnesota fraud claims
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and advocates push back on fraud concerns, saying Ohio’s child care system has strict oversight and warning that funding freezes would hurt providers and families.
Organizers launch bid to overturn Ohio’s latest marijuana law changes
A new referendum effort seeks to overturn Ohio Senate Bill 56, which changes voter-approved marijuana laws and bans intoxicating hemp products, setting up a potential 2026 ballot fight.
USPS says mail-in ballots might not get postmark on same day they’re dropped off
A new U.S. Postal Service postmark rule could affect whether some mail-in ballots are counted in states with Election Day postmark deadlines, as courts consider broader voting rules.
Trump administration agrees to drop anti-DEI criteria for stalled health research grants
Under a court settlement, the National Institutes of Health will resume reviewing frozen university grants without considering DEI or vaccine research standards, while legal challenges continue.
New Ohio Election Integrity Commission begins to take shape
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose names interim and incoming leaders of the new Ohio Election Integrity Commission, replacing the state’s former independent campaign watchdog amid criticism over slow enforcement.
Army veteran Aaron Jones launches bid for Ohio House, challenging Rep. Gary Click
U.S. Army veteran and Tiffin City Council member Aaron Jones has announced his campaign for Ohio State Representative in the 88th District, directly challenging incumbent Rep. Gary Click, whose legislative record on social issues has drawn debate.
Ohio’s minimum wage increases to $11 per hour in 2026
Ohio’s minimum wage will increase to $11 an hour for non-tipped workers on Jan. 1, as advocates push stalled proposals to raise pay to $15 statewide.
The benefits of raising the Ohio cigarette tax far outweigh the costs, analysis says
An Ohio analysis says raising the cigarette tax could deliver billions in long-term health and economic benefits, even though lawmakers rejected Gov. Mike DeWine’s proposal.
