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Former Ohio Democrat Sen Sherrod Brown launches Senate bid
Former Ohio Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown on Monday officially launched his bid for Senate, challenging Republican Sen. Jon Husted. “I didn’t plan to run for office again, but when I see what’s going on, I know I can do something about it for...

Sherrod Brown announces 2026 Ohio U.S. Senate bid against Sen. Jon Husted
Former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown said he will run in 2026 to return to the U.S. Senate. Brown, a Democrat, had served three terms in the U.S. Senate before being defeated by Republican Sen. Bernie Moreno last November. Brown will face newly...

Ohio's new flat tax puts schools, roads and other public goods at risk
The result was two decades in the making. Republicans in charge of the Statehouse ended the progressive, or graduated, income tax in Ohio. They did so in the most recent state budget bill, commencing in July. That outcome may please many Ohioans,...

Chick-fil-A location in Ohio announces chaperone policy for teens
Chick-fil-A location in Ohio announces chaperone policy for teens LEADING THE WAY. ALL RIGHT. IT’S BACK TO SCHOOL FOR MANY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS THIS MORNING, INCLUDING NEW RICHMOND, WEST CLERMONT NORTHWEST LOCAL SCHOOLS. WELCOME BACK TO CLASS,...

Plans for final section of I-69 Ohio River Crossing move forward
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Sherrod Brown Announces Senate Run In Ohio
Former Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio officially launched his campaign for another U.S. Senate term on Monday by citing “reckless tariffs and economic chaos” under Donald Trump’s administration. “I didn’t plan to run for office again, but when I see...

Ohio among states to send National Guard troops to Washington
By MATT BROWN and MIKE PESOLI WASHINGTON (AP) — Three Republican-led states said Saturday that they were deploying hundreds of National Guard members to the nation’s capital to bolster the Trump administration’s effort to overhaul policing in...

Day Knows Drama — Ohio State’s 2024 Dilemma
On the close calls and clickbait that defined the 2024 Buckeyes’ season…until they didn’t. This team wasn’t sneaking up on anyone. DC Jim Knowles was in his 3rd season. Chip Kelly, who had coached Day in college and served over Day when he was an...

Former Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown officially launches comeback bid for Senate seat
Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown officially launched his campaign Monday to return to the U.S. Senate next year, brushing aside his bitter loss to Republican Bernie Moreno last fall and expressing confidence his pro-working class message can continue...

Sonny gets the Block O, Ohio State names four captains
Look, we get it. Your days are busy, and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a...

The ultimate college football fantasy matchup: Ohio State vs Texas all-time greats face off
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State and Texas are two of the most historic programs and biggest brands in college football. Despite all the history each side brings to the table, Aug. 30 inside Ohio Stadium will be only the fifth time...

Is Caleb Downs the most important defensive player for Ohio State vs. Texas?
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State safety Caleb Downs is one of the rarest players in college football. Despite not playing a premier position on defense, like edge rusher or cornerback, Downs is a surefire top-half of the first-round draft pick. And...

Countdown to Kickoff (Edition 24): Ironton setting sights on another Ohio state title
IRONTON, Ohio (WCHS) — Ohio’s 2024 state champions are back to the grind and looking for more success. The Ironton Tigers have the eye of the tiger heading into this season. That foundation was laid last year when that senior class left them one...

Brutus Buckeye bobblehead: Electroplated Ohio State collectible available
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A Brutus Buckeye Ohio State Buckeyes electroplated mascot bobblehead is available. The bobblehead, from New Jersey-based manufacturer Foco, shows the mascot in a running pose with left arm outstretched, front towel dangling and...

Finalists gear up for Shining Star CLE competition at Mimi Ohio Theater in Playhouse Square
High school singers from across Northeast Ohio will compete for $18,500 in college scholarships at Cleveland's premier vocal competition. CLEVELAND — The spotlight will shine bright on September 7 when the Mandel Jewish Community Center presents...

SoftBank acquires Foxconn's Ohio facility to build Stargate AI servers — $375 million deal says Foxconn will continue to operate the plant
Foxconn on Monday confirmed that it sold its production facility in Lordstown, Ohio, earlier this month to SoftBank, reports Nikkei. Under the terms of the deal, Foxconn will continue to operate the plant, which will be retrofitted to build AI...
Hope Utilities Secures Deal to Build Natural Gas Pipeline for Data Center Project in Ohio
US-based pipeline company Hope Utilities has entered into an agreement with American Electric Power (AEP) to construct a natural gas pipeline that will supply its fuel cell power station, which is being developed to power a data centre in central...

Northern Kentucky city plans to add 1.5 mile-trail along Ohio River

How is the National Guard deployed in Ohio? What to know
President Trump ordered the District of Columbia National Guard to take over the Metropolitan Police Department after saying the city has become overrun with crime and homelessness. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and other Democrats have pushed back on...

4 killed in two-vehicle crash on Ohio Turnpike in Sandusky County
The crash occurred around 4:40 a.m. Monday at milepost 82 in the westbound lanes. ELMORE, Ohio — Four people were killed and one person was injured in a two-vehicle crash Monday morning on the Ohio Turnpike in Sandusky County. The crash occurred...