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Ohio GOP governor hopefuls use national convention as springboard for 2026
MILWAUKEE - Ohio Republicans eyeing the governor's mansion were unified on one point this week: The 2024 election isn't about 2026. But it also didn't hurt to spend several days in Wisconsin rubbing shoulders with their fellow Republicans − and in one case, getting the spotlight on a national stage. ...
3 witnesses testify in fourth day of gender-affirming care trial
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — There is likely only one day left in the trial that will determine whether minors can receive gender affirming care and whether transgender athletes can participate on teams that align with their gender identity in Ohio. Thursday was the fourth day of the trial, and all about the defense, as they […]
What you need to know about recent data breaches
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Recent data breaches have left many Ohioans vulnerable. Here’s what you need to know. Just days ago, Rite Aid went public with its discovery of an “incident” that involved “certain consumers’ personal information.” The company said that in June, an unknown third party accessed the names, addresses and birth dates of an undisclosed […]
Ohio unemployment continues upward trend, at 8 week-high
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Unemployment continues to rise in Ohio, with figures at the highest reported in 8 weeks. According to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS), continued unemployment filings were up 3,792 from the previous week for a total of 44,716 claims filed. Additionally, Ohioans filed 9,077 initial unemployment claims last week, up 1,779 for […]
Speed crackdown on I-270 continues
DUBLIN, Ohio (WCMH) – Several law enforcement agencies in central Ohio are continuing their crackdown on speeding on Interstate 270 with the latest part of their special speed enforcement operation on Thursday. “It’s all about safety,” Dublin Police Sgt. David Gatterdam said. “I think sometimes people don’t realize every mile an hour you go faster, […]
Substantial funding cuts undermine gun violence reduction efforts, Northeast Ohio hospitals say
Despite the federal government recently naming gun violence as a national health emergency, cuts to crucial federal grant programs undermine efforts to reduce such risks, according to Northeast Ohio hospital and state officials. The Surgeon General's Advisory on Firearm Violence issued in late June declared gun violence a national public...
Violent clash and death in Ohio prison leads to $225,000 settlement
The state of Ohio will pay $225,000 to the estate of a man who died while in prison custody and settle a lawsuit brought by his family. Dewey McVay, Jr., who had a long history of mental health issues, was incarcerated in December 2019 at the Correctional Reception Center in Orient, which is operated by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.
Why this Ohio county is still in court over Dominion voting machines and the 2020 election
COLUMBUS, Ohio – While most the nation looks to the looming 2024 presidential election, the Ohio Supreme Court on Thursday sent Stark County back to trial to deal with vestiges of the vaguely defined election conspiracy theories that marred the last one. On Jan. 6, 2021, as hundreds of...
Smokin’ in the Boys’ Room: School principals worry recreational sales will spur increased marijuana usage among students
COLUMBUS, Ohio - As Ohio moves toward recreational marijuana sales, school principals are concerned about increased usage among students, according to recent research from Ohio State University. Ohio school principals said that soon-to-begin adult recreational marijuana sales could lead to a negative impact on student behavior and academic performance and...
Ohio Man Sentenced in Cold Case Death of Fiancée
Brandi Elliot is accused of drowning her 7-year-old daughter, Piper, after telling her she needed some “time alone.” The Tennessee mother told the judge at her arraignment that she was diagnosed with postpartum depression when Piper was 2. Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
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