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After saying proposal to increase minimum wage failed to make Ohio ballot, organizers backtrack
After the organizers for the proposal to raise the minimum wage in Ohio to $15 said they failed to meet the requirements to get on the November ballot, they backtracked and said their team is going to look at all options prior to the 11:59 p.m. deadline. This story has been updated numerous times, as […] The post After saying proposal to increase minimum wage failed to make Ohio ballot, organizers backtrack appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Everything’s new this year at Mid-Ohio’s Honda Indy 200 race: The track, the tires — and the hybrid engines
LEXINGTON, Ohio — A new era of IndyCar will begin at the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio on Friday as teams adopt hybrid engines for the first time in the sport’s 30-year history. In a collaboration between the series’ two power unit suppliers, Honda and Chevrolet, a shakeup...
State Highway Patrol urges sober driving during the holiday
The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be highly visible and cracking down on impaired drivers during the Fourth of July holiday reporting period, which begins at midnight on Wednesday and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday. Many Fourth of July celebrations involve alcohol, which increases the possibility of impaired driving. Therefore, the patrol urges motorists to buckle up, drive safely, and follow all traffic laws. “Fourth of July celebrations are a hallmark of summer in Ohio, and I urge everyone to celebrate responsibly to ensure a safe holiday for all,” said Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. “For the Ohio State Highway Patrol, ensuring the safety of those who travel Ohio roads during the Fourth of July holiday, and every day, is a top priority,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “Impaired driving is a significant contributor to preventable crashes and tragedies, and drug-impaired driving has continued to increase on Ohio’s roadways.”
Ohio National Guard celebrates four Black Civil War heroes at Freedom to Serve event
On Monday, while America geared up to celebrate its independence, the Ohio National Guard paid tribute to the unsung Black heroes who played a vital role in maintaining the unity of the country during the Civil War. Last year, the Ohio National Guard launched the “Freedom to Serve” initiative to...
Ohio’s casinos, racinos report uptick in May gambling revenue
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ohio’s casinos and racinos saw an uptick in gambling revenue and had their best May since 2021. The state’s 11 casinos and racinos brought in a combined $204 million in May, up from $196 million in 2023 and $202 million in 2022. The record for the month was set in 2021, at $209 million, according to data from the Ohio casino control and lottery commissions.
Kentucky, Ohio bald eagle population soaring just in time for July 4th
The symbol of America continues to thrive in the Bluegrass State and the Buckeye State. Just in time for the Fourth of July, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has announced that its 2024 annual spring survey, in a statement shared with the Dispatch, found a "robust" estimate of 841 active bald eagle nests, according to ODNR's Division of Wildlife.
Sykes, Buttigieg discuss investing in infrastructure
RICHFIELD — U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-District 13) June 24 hosted U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg in Richfield to highlight local efforts to create workforce development opportunities, expand apprenticeships and invest in infrastructure to lower transportation costs. The visit began with a tour of the Ohio Operating Engineers...
Skyline up for top 10 regional fast food chain by USA Today readers
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Skyline Chili is in the running once again for a top ten regional fast food chain by USA Today readers. Voting ends at noon on Monday. The top 10 restaurants will be announced on July 17. “This chain of Cincinnati-style chili eateries started up in Ohio 75...
COTC staff graduate Ohio Leadership Academy for Student Success
Two leaders at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) have graduated as fellows of the newest class of the Ohio Leadership Academy for Student Success. Graduating as fellows are John Davenport, PhD, dean of students, and Kendrah Cunningham, PhD, nursing program administrator. The academy, sponsored by the Ohio Association of Community...
Winning Mega Millions numbers for the $137 million jackpot on July 2, 2024: See all the prizes hit in Ohio
CLEVELAND — Although nobody hit the $137 million jackpot in the Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, lottery officials say there were thousands of other winners who hit smaller prizes throughout Ohio. SUBSCRIBE: Get the day's top headlines sent to your inbox each weekday morning with the...
Kent State listed as Most Affordable college in Ohio according to new analysis
In its 2024 Best Colleges analysis of more than 700 four-year colleges, Money ranked Kent State as the most affordable college in Ohio. In its analysis, Money analyzed college affordability based on the estimated price of tuition with an average grant applied. This data comes as tuition costs across Ohio and the United States continue to rise.
Daniel Wetterich paces crowded Ohio Open Championship leaderboard entering final round
WESTFIELD CENTER — A new leader emerged Tuesday, but the 103rd Ohio Open Championship remains a wide-open affair after the second round at Westfield Country Club. Cincinnati professional Daniel Wetterich fired a 7-under 63 on the North course to take sole possession of first place at 9-under overall. He'll have plenty of competition entering Wednesday's final round on the South course, with 10 golfers within three shots of the lead.
Ohio court: It’s up to drivers, not prosecutors, to prove they weren’t illegally texting behind the wheel
COLUMBUS, Ohio—It’s up to Ohio drivers accused of violating the state’s new texting-while-driving law to prove at least one of the many exceptions to the law applies to their case, a state appeals court has ruled. Ohio’s stricter anti-texting rules, which took effect last year, allow police...
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