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Voters to decide to keep politicians in redistricting process or hand it to citizens
Toledo resident Pierrette “Petee” Talley has not voted for her state senator since 2018; not because she didn’t want to, but because there hasn’t been one on the ballot. Ms. Talley, who lives on Parkside Boulevard, and other Toledo residents were previously in state Senate District 11, and they expected to vote for a candidate in 2018. When they got their ballots, though, they couldn’t vote for state senator because they had been redistricted into Senate District 2, which would be on the ballot in 2022. In 2022, those same residents expected to vote for a candidate, but they couldn’t because they had been redistricted into Senate District 11. “The effect of that is that we not have had an opportunity to vote for Senate representation since 2018, and that is a major impact,” Ms. Talley said.
Norton teachers union says it's still seeking contract after tentative deal unravels
The president of the Norton Classroom Teachers Association on Wednesday criticized the Norton City Schools Board of Education for filing an unfair labor practice on Friday. "We continue to work in the best interests of our students and membership," NCTA President Amber Wheatley said in a phone interview. "We find it disingenuous that...
Ohio State fraternity Delta Kappa Epsilon suspended Aug. 14 for hazing and endangering behavior charges
Exterior of 1978 Iuka Ave., the off-campus house where Delta Kappa Epsilon held its fall rush, according to @ohiostatedke on Instagram. Credit: Sandra Fu | Photo Editor. As of Aug. 14, the Delta Tau chapter of Delta Kappa Epsilon — or DKE — has been suspended until Aug. 6, 2028, Dave Isaacs, a university spokesperson, said in an email.
‘There’s no sign that anything is not going to happen here’: DeWine responds to Intel’s business woes
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Gov. Mike DeWine said Thursday he believes Intel Corp. will continue with its plans to build a $20 billion factory outside Columbus, even as the company contends with mounting financial losses. DeWine told reporters he last spoke with Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger about a month ago,...
Judge blocks Ohio from enforcing 2 more laws restricting abortions
Columbus, Ohio — Two more Ohio laws restricting abortions have been blocked by the courts as the legal impact of a 2023 constitutional amendment guaranteeing access to the procedure continues to be felt.Hamilton County Common Pleas Judge Alison Hatheway issued a preliminary injunction Aug. 29 that extends an existing order temporarily halting enforcement of a law banning use of telemedicine in medication abortions. It also blocks another law prohibiting non-doctors — including midwives, advanced practice nurses and physician assistants — from prescribing the abortion pill mifepristone used in the procedure. Hatheway's decision followed a Columbus judge's order blocking Ohio from...
Judge issues injunction against Ohio legislation that would have prohibited lawful permanent residents from contributing to ballot measure campaigns
Welcome to the Thursday, Sept. 5, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day:. Judge issues injunction against Ohio legislation that would have prohibited lawful permanent residents from contributing to ballot measure campaigns. California voters will decide on amendment to eliminate simultaneous recall elections...
Orange establishes its own land bank for property purchases
ORANGE, Ohio -- The village has established its own land bank and can now acquire land directly through the court system without having to purchase it from the Cuyahoga County Land Bank, according to Mayor Judson Kline. On Wednesday (Sept. 4), Village Council passed an ordinance on third reading to...
Wayne County Fair: Where else can you find 14K Jr. Fair exhibitors, 2,800 animal entries?
The Wayne County Fair returns Saturday, beginning six days of entertainment, rides and festivities. The opening ceremony will be held at 9 a.m. at the Event Center flagpole. General admission is $4. For the first time in the fair's history credit and debit cards will be accepted at the gate. ...
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