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Ohio looks to remedy law enforcement shortages with new online tool, campaign
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new online tool and campaign announced by state officials aims to assist law enforcement agencies with recruitment efforts as a local official says the Columbus Division of Police is struggling to fill positions. Lt. Gov. Jon Husted and the director of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, Andy Wilson, announced […]
Ohio lawmakers could require state-approved training for anyone who serves alcohol
COSHOCTON − A new law being considered by Ohio legislators could change the responsibility restaurants and bars have for customers consuming alcohol at their establishments. And at least one local establishment is on board. House Bill 504 would require state-approved training for all liquor permit holders and their employees, as reported by the...
See which rule changes are coming to Ohio high school baseball and softball next season
CHILLICOTHE − A handful of significant rule changes are coming to high school baseball and softball next season. The National Federation of State High School Associations have, over the past month, approved several measures and rule changes to state high school rules for both spring sports that will go into effect for the 2025 season.
Pritzker looks to build up 'blue wall' with stops in Indiana, Ohio
Pushing through concerns of age and a shaky debate performance, Gov. JB Pritzker has been adamant that President Joe Biden is the man to defeat former President Donald Trump come November while shooting down claims that he himself could enter the race. Still, some Midwest Democrats think the Democratic governor...
What to know about Ohio's new childcare rating system
Ohio is making dramatic changes to how it rates the state’s childcare programs. Previously, providers were rated using a five-star system. The new "Step Up to Quality" standards feature bronze, silver and gold awards. Supporters say this new plan will enhance child outcomes and remove unnecessary administrative barriers. But...
Red tape and delays are behind millions in unspent post-pandemic education funds
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the academic achievement gap widened in school districts across the country. To fill the gap, Ohio launched the Afterschool Childhood Enrichment (ACE) program — a savings account program that would reimburse parents for after-school activities. Thousands of Ohio families applied, but tens of millions...
Los Angeles drug dealers shipped pounds of fentanyl to Northeast Ohio hidden in printers, feds say
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Federal agents investigating drug trafficking through the mail say someone sent pounds of fentanyl from California to Northeast Ohio hidden inside printers, according to court records. U.S. Postal Inspectors who launched an investigation into Phillip Hurt wrote in court filings that they believe drug dealers in...
Blood drive in memory of Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin
EUCLID, Ohio (WOIO) - The American Red Cross and the Cleveland Clinic are holding a blood drive Thursday, July 18 in honor of Euclid Police Officer Jacob Derbin. The blood drive is being held from 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Euclid Hospital’s Waltz Auditorium, 18901 Lakeshore Blvd. Officer Derbin was...
Parent of trans minor testifies against Ohio’s gender-affirming care ban in second day of trial
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Whether transgender youth can receive gender-affirming care in Ohio continued to be debated at the Franklin County Court of Commons Pleas on Tuesday. In its second day, the trial is questioning the constitutionality of the “Save Adolescents from Experimentation” Act, a measure vetoed by Gov. Mike DeWine before the legislature overruled […]
Fight to increase Ohio minimum wage will continue into 2025
TOLEDO, Ohio — A $15 minimum wage could be coming to Ohio. There are currently two minimum wages in the state. The sub-minimum wage for tipped workers is $5.25. The broader minimum wage is $10.45. Efforts to get a wage increase on the 2024 ballot failed. One Fair Wage,...
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