Gov. DeWine’s 2026-27 budget focuses on making investments in children
PERRYSBURG, Ohio — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine visited the Owens Child Development Center in Perrysburg on Tuesday, the day after he announced his proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, which focuses on children and education. DeWine said investing in young people at an early...
Gold treasure hunter to serve additional time in jail as his sentence ends
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A former deep-sea treasure hunter who has served nearly a decade in jail for refusing to disclose the whereabouts of missing gold coins has had that term ended by a federal judge in Ohio, but he will remain behind bars for now. U.S. District Judge Algenon...
Ohio Governor proposes significantly raising gaming tax to help fund sports stadiums
Gov. Mike DeWine is proposing to increase Ohio’s Sports Gaming tax to help pay for major and minor league stadium projects and youth sports programs.
Ohio childcare see rising numbers as return-to-office trend grows
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — As major companies like JPMorgan Chase and AEP call employees back to the office, parents across Ohio are facing challenges in securing childcare. Governor Mike DeWine's executive order mandating state employees to return to in-person work has...
Several hospitalized after active shooter situation at Ohio warehouse, city spokesperson says
Multiple people were injured during an active shooter situation at an Ohio warehouse Tuesday night.
Ohio strengthens free speech with new anti-SLAPP law: Legally Speaking
CLEVELAND — Legal analysis: Ohio is now the 35th state to make it harder to wrongfully sue people for defamation, in certain cases. When used correctly, a defamation lawsuit holds the defendant accountable for a public false statement that hurts the plaintiff's reputation....
Department of Development Offering Heating Assistance to Help Avoid Chill of Winter Months
WARREN COUNTY, OH -- The Ohio Department of Development and Warren County Community Services, Inc., Community Assistance Program, want to help alleviate the burden of costly energy bills this winter and keep more of Ohio’s families warm. Accepting applications until March 31,...
Extreme illnesses force some schools to close as respiratory viruses spike
Multiple schools in Northwest Ohio are closed or seeing a reduced student population due to extreme illness.
Ohio State Highway Patrol emphasizes ‘Move Over, Slow Down’ law for safety
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging motorists to adhere to the "Move Over, Slow Down" law, highlighting its critical role in ensuring safety on the roads. During the past four years, 55 patrol cruisers stopped on the roadside with lights activated...
TGI Fridays closes more restaurants amid bankruptcy. How many are left in Ohio?
After filing for bankruptcy in November , TGI Fridays has closed dozens of locations around the country, according to Nation's Restaurant News . Citing local news reports, NRN reports TGI Fridays restaurants have closed in Long Island, Las Vegas and Pennsylvania. How many are...
