Statehouse and Around Ohio
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LaRose shares ‘exclusive announcement’ on election integrity with anti-abortion group
Ohio Secretary of State Frank Larose mingles before the 2024 State of the State address in the Ohio House chambers at the Ohio Statehouse. (Pool photo by Barbara J. Perenic, Columbus Dispatch.) By: Marty Schladen – Ohio Capital Journal Ohio elections chief last year allowed the group to manipulate ballot language Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose…
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FirstEnergy gave heavily to Trump and Trump worked for a federal bailout, report says
The Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) By: Marty Schladen – Ohio Capital Journal As it sought a massive, corrupt bailout in Ohio, Akron-based FirstEnergy also spent lavishly on Trump-aligned dark money groups and at hotels and golf courses owned by the former president, a new report said this week. Trump…
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State Fire Marshal Lifts Ban on Open Burning
Columbus, Ohio – Working in collaboration with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Ohio State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon has issued an order lifting a Ban on Open Burning that was initially ordered on Sept. 6, 2024, in response to extremely dry conditions in much of the state. While drought conditions persist in parts of…
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Ohio voters face critical choices in 2024. No one is coming to the rescue. It’s up to us.
Getty Image Commentary Verify that you are a registered voter in Ohio before you go to the polls on Vote.gov. by Marilou Johanek – Ohio Capital Journal And so, it begins. In-person early voting and absentee voting by mail — from Tuesday, Oct. 8 through Sunday, Nov. 3 — is now officially underway in Ohio. Even before…
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How the Ohio Supreme Court races intersect with Issue 1 and redistricting
Retired Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor speaks to supporters at the Citizens Not Politicians rally, July 1, 2024, at the Statehouse in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Graham Stokes for Ohio Capital Journal. Republish only with original story.) Even though Ohioans will be voting on Issue 1, which would remove politicians from the redistricting…
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OOD Recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Hiring Events and Webinar
Health & Wellness, Health-Wellness-Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, News, Region and Beyond, Spotlight, Statehouse and Around OhioNational Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is observed every October to celebrate the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and promote inclusive employment practices. This year’s theme, “Access to Good Jobs for All,” underscores the importance of ensuring workers with disabilities have access to quality employment opportunities throughout the year. Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities…
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Governor DeWine Activates More Members of the Ohio National Guard to Support North Carolina
A CH-47 Chinook helicopter Sgt. Steven Galimore – US Army Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has activated additional members of the Ohio National Guard to support the state of North Carolina in its recovery from flooding and damage caused by Hurricane Helene. Following a request this afternoon from North Carolina for additional Ohio National Guard support, Governor DeWine…
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Ohio recreational marijuana sales exceed $76 million in less than 50 days
Amplify Dispensary in Columbus. (Ohio Capital Journal photo.) By: Megan Henry – Ohio Capital Journal Ohio recreational marijuana sales have surpassed $76.2 million in less than two months. The state’s total recreational marijuana sales was $76,280,490 as of Sept. 21, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control. Ohio has a 10% tax at the point…
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Independents, Republicans chide Moreno over comments about older women and abortion
Lea Maceyko, speaking, alongside Tammy Krings and Arthur “Ed” Dunn. (Photo by Nick Evans, Ohio Capital Journal.) The Republican U.S. Senate candidate said it’s “a little crazy” for women over 50 to prioritize abortion policy when deciding on a candidate By: Nick Evans – Ohio Capital Journal Republican and independent voters are criticizing Republican U.S. Senate candidate…
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New mobile health clinic to expand access to primary care in Springfield
Springfield, Ohio – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine today introduced a new mobile health clinic in Springfield that will make healthcare services more accessible for all residents throughout the community. “The mobile clinic will supplement and expand many of the primary healthcare services that are already available here in Springfield and…
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