Ohio has continued to see an increase in vaccination rates across all age groups following the announcement of the Vax-a-Million program, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said this week.
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First Vax-a-Million Winners to be Announced on Wednesday, DeWine Says
The first round of winners for Ohio’s Vax-a-Million program will be announced on Wednesday, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said on Monday.
Read MorePotential Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate, Guests Go After Critical Race Theory, Common Core in Town Hall
In his ninth town hall meeting, potential Ohio gubernatorial candidate Jim Renacci, joined by former school board members, slammed the inclusion of critical race theory and Common Core in Ohio classrooms.
Read MoreOhio Sees Vaccine Increase After Lottery Announcement, DeWine Says
Ohio has seen an increase in vaccinations after the state announced a lottery prize for those who have been vaccinated, according to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine.
Read MoreYost Joins Coalition in Letter to Education Secretary Opposing Critical Race Theory in Classrooms
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has joined a coalition of attorneys general asking the Biden administration to abandon proposals that would introduce critical race theory to U.S. classrooms.
Read MoreBill to Reduce Training Hours for Barbers, Cosmetologists Sees Support from Buckeye Institute
A bill in the Ohio Senate aimed at reducing the barrier to obtaining a cosmetology or barber license has received support from The Buckeye Institute.
Read MoreEnvironmentalists’ Eyes on Ohio Budget as Cuts Threaten Pilot Program on Harmful Algae Blooms
A new pilot program designed to reduce phosphorus runoff into Lake Erie could give clearer insight into ongoing water quality programs — if its funding passes the Ohio legislature.
Read MoreNew Ohio Law Loosens Healthcare Regulations to Expand Workforce
A new Ohio law aimed at expanding access to the healthcare workforce was put into effect late last week.
Read MoreOhio to Drop Extra $300 per Week in Unemployment Insurance on June 26
Ohio will unenroll from the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation program in June, Gov. Mike DeWine announced on Thursday.
Read MoreOhio to Restore Work-Search Requirement for Unemployment Insurance on May 23
Ohio residents who are collecting unemployment insurance will soon be required to resume weekly work-search activities, according to an announcement from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
Read MoreRep. Russo Announces Run to Replace Stivers in Ohio’s 15th Congressional District
Ohio Rep. Allison Russo (D-24-Upper Arlington) announced on Tuesday that she will be running for U.S. Congress in the upcoming special election.
Read MoreLight Ohio Blue Launches Campaign to Support Police
The Light Ohio Blue campaign, which runs from May 9 to May 16, is aimed at honoring law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty, as well as those who are actively serving
Read MoreOhio Could Make Vaccine Available to Ages 12 to 15 as Soon as This Week, DeWine Says
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said that vaccines may be available for children ages 12 to 15 as early as this week.
Read MoreOhio Attorney General Joins Coalition Asking Facebook to Drop Plan for ‘Instagram Kids’ Platform
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has joined a coalition of 44 attorneys general in sending a letter to Facebook opposing the company’s plans to create an Instagram platform for children.
Read MoreCleveland Mass Vaccination Clinic to Offer Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Next Week
The mass vaccination site in Ohio will be offering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine next week, the Ohio Department of Health announced on Thursday.
Read MoreOhio Senators Introduce Bill to Legalize Sports Betting
Three Ohio senators introduced what they call “the first comprehensive gaming bill for Ohio” on Thursday in a bid to legalize sports betting and other wagering.
Read MoreOhio House Passes Bill Ensuring All Business Stay Open During Health Emergencies
The Ohio House of Representatives passed a bill that would allow all businesses to stay open during a health emergency as long as the business can comply with government regulations.
Read MoreOhio Representatives Appeals to Michigan Senate to Keep Line 5 Open
Ohio state Rep. Brian Baldridge (R-90-Winchester) spoke before the Michigan Senate last week to encourage the state to keep Enbridge Line 5 operating.
Read MoreVaccinated Nursing Home Staff No Longer Need Routine Coronavirus Testing
Fully vaccinated staff members of long-term care facilities and nursing homes will no longer be required to undergo routine testing for COVID-19, according to a new health order signed on Tuesday.
Read MoreOhio House Passes Bill Allocating $180 Million in Small Businesses Pandemic Relief
The Ohio House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday that provides an additional $300 million in COVID-19 relief for businesses and other entities in the state, including $180 million in relief for small businesses.
Read MoreOhio Dems Call on DeWine to Address Censure of Gonzalez, Other Republicans
Ohio Democrats have asked Gov. Mike DeWine to “pick a side” as Ohio Republicans prepare to censure 10 of their own over the recent impeachment of former President Donald Trump.
Read MoreOhio Judge Bars Columbus Police From Using Tear Gas, Rubber Bullet in Preliminary Injunction
An Ohio judge has barred the Columbus Division of Police from using weaponry like tear gas, rubber bullets or pepper spray to disperse non-violent protesters in an injunction issued on Friday.
Read MoreRep. Jordan Spearheads Letter Opposing Waiving of IP Rights for Coronavirus Vaccine
A group of U.S. Republican representatives have sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai asking her to continue opposing a request to waive intellectual property rights for coronavirus vaccines.
Read MoreOhio Representative Introduces Resolution Supporting ‘Keep Nine’ Amendment
Ohio State Rep. Jean Schmidt (R-65-Loveland) introduced a resolution to the Ohio House of Representatives last week encouraging the U.S. Congress to adopt an amendment that would cap the number of justices on the U.S. Supreme Court at nine.
Read MoreNew Legislation Could Bar Use of Phones While Driving
Two Ohio representatives have introduced legislation that would bar Ohio drivers from holding a phone while driving, making Ohio a “hands-free” state.
Read MoreOhio Dedicates New Tree Grove to COVID-19 Victims
Ohio officials dedicated a memorial tree grove in honor of victims of the coronavirus pandemic on Friday, planting 15 new trees in an Ohio state park.
Read MoreOhio Sen. Sandra Williams Announces Run for Cleveland Mayor
State Sen. Sandra Williams (D-21-Cuyahoga) announced early Monday that she is running for mayor of Cleveland, Ohio.
Read MoreUpcoming House Bill Seeks to End Qualified Immunity for Ohio Police
Two Ohio state representatives announced on Friday that they are set to introduce legislation aimed at limiting qualified immunity for police officers in Ohio.
Read MoreOSU Report on Columbus Police Highlights Disconnect Within Department, Trauma of Participants
The Columbus Division of Police experienced a large division both internally and between it and the community during the protests resulting from the death of George Floyd in 2020, according to a report published by Ohio State University.
Read MoreOhio Coalition Launches Petition Calling for DOJ Investigation of Columbus Police
A coalition of Ohio activism organizations have launched a petition asking the Department of Justice to investigate the Columbus Division of Police for a “pattern and practice of misconduct.”
Read MoreOhio Dem Introduces Bill to Overturn Legislation That Allows Legislature to Regulate Emergency Health Orders
An Ohio state representative introduced a bill on Wednesday to repeal previous legislation that allows the state legislature to establish oversight over a governor’s executive orders during a health emergency.
Read MoreOhio GOP React to Biden’s Message to Congress, Slam Him for Failed Unity
Several Ohio political leaders criticized the speech given by President Biden on Wednesday to a joint session of Congress.
Read MoreSeitz, Ray to Introduce Legislation Aimed at Reworking Ohio Election Laws
Two Ohio representatives are set to introduce legislation aimed at modernizing and reforming several election laws.
Read MoreRep. Tim Ryan Announces Run for US Senate
Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) announced on Monday that he is running for the U.S. Senate.
Ryan currently serves in the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Ohio’s 13th District. He is on the House Appropriations Committee and is the co-Chairman of the Congressional Manufacturing Caucus. Ryan was first elected to the U.S. House in 2002 and previously served in the Ohio state Senate.
Read MoreOhio Gov., Lt. Gov. Voice Support for Amendment Capping Number of Supreme Court Justices
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced on Tuesday that they support the “Keep Nine” Amendment, which seeks to cap the number of justices in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Read MoreRep. Steve Stivers Announces Resignation, Will Join Ohio Chamber of Commerce as President, CEO
U.S. Rep. Steve Stivers (R-OH) announced on Tuesday that he will be resigning from his position in order to serve as the president and CEO of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreOhio Human Trafficking Sting Identifies 53 Victims, Results in 93 Arrests
A human trafficking sting operation in Ohio identified 53 victims and resulted in 93 arrests, the Ohio attorney general’s office announced on Monday.
Read MoreBill to Give Grants to Restaurant, Lodging Industries to Offset Pandemic Passes House
The Ohio House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday that would give grants to bars, restaurants and the lodging industry to offset the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreEight Ohio Vaccine Centers Suspend Vaccine Distribution over Johnson & Johnson Pause
Eight Ohio vaccine clinics will be suspending distribution after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended a pause on administering the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine.
Read MoreAppeals Court Upholds Law Barring Doctors from Performing Abortions Motivated by Down Syndrome Diagnosis
A Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld an Ohio law barring doctors from performing abortions they know are motivated by a Down syndrome diagnosis.
Read MoreOhio DNR Recommends 10 State Projects for More than $3.5 Million in Funding
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has recommended 10 state projects for more than $3.5 million in grant funding,the department announced last week.
Read MoreOhio AG Sends Letter to Twitter, eBay, Shopify Asking Platforms to Monitor for Fake Vaccine Card Sales
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost sent a letter to Twitter, eBay, and Shopify last week asking them to work to prevent the sale of fake vaccine cards on their platforms
Read MoreOhio Rep. Gross Introduces Bill Banning Discrimination Based on Vaccine Status
Sixteen Republican state lawmakers have backed a bill that would bar discrimination against Ohio residents who have not received the coronavirus vaccine.
Read MoreOhio Department of Health Expresses Concern Over COVID-19 Variant Spread
The Ohio Department of Health has expressed concern about the spread of coronavirus variants in the state, as the statewide average has risen over the past few weeks.
Read MoreReps. Jordan, McClintock Ask DHS for Communications Between Biden, Trump Administrations About Border Policy
U.S. Reps. Jim Jordan (R-OH) and Tom McClintock (R-CA) have sent a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas asking him to release communications about the transition between the Trump and Biden administrations in regard to immigration policy.
Read MoreOhio GOP Rep. Mike Turner Hints at Senate Run in New Video
U.S. Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) teased a potential run for a seat in the United States Senate on Monday, releasing a video thanking people for the suggestion and support.
Read MoreAll Ohio Residents Over 16 Eligible for Vaccine as of March 29
Ohio opened vaccinations up to all residents ages 16 and older on March 29, a move that had been announced earlier this month by Gov. Mike DeWine.
Read MoreOhio Extends Tax Deadline from April 15 to May 17
The Ohio Department of Taxation announced on Thursday that it would be extending the deadline to file and pay taxes in the state from April 15 to May 17.
Read MoreODH Data Generally Accurate, But Could Use Improvement Publicly, State Auditor Says
Although the Ohio Department of Health published mostly accurate coronavirus data over the past year of the pandemic, the department could have done better with the specificity of that data and disseminating it to the state’s residents, according to an audit by the Ohio Auditor of the State released this week.
Read MoreOhio Law Signed Last Week Provides Relief for Students, Waives Certain Requirements
Gov. Mike DeWine signed a law last week that modifies student requirements to provide relief for end-of-year assessments for Ohio students.
The law, which aims at providing students with relief during the pandemic, will apply for a single school year. It was co-sponsored by state Reps. Adam Bird (R-66-New Richmond) and Kyle Koehler (R-79-Springfield).
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