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WEBRepublican Secretary of State Frank LaRose said it’s not his job to further investigate for evidence of possible Ohio election law violations before he flags them to prosecutors. The Statehouse News Bureau is the only broadcast outlet dedicated to in-depth coverage of Ohio state government news and topics of statewide interest.
Ohio drivers can now renew their license online
WEBJun 27, 2022 · The state is now allowing drivers to renew their license online through a new portal created by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles in hopes of cutting down on long wait times at local BMV locations.. The tool is available for drivers between ages 21 to 65 who already have a four-year license. A driver will still need to visit the BMV every eight years for a …
Starting today, Ohioans have a constitutional right to an abortion …
WEBDec 7, 2023 · Supporters of Issue 1, the constitutional amendment to enshrine abortion and reproductive rights into Ohio's constitution, hug as the race is called for the "yes" side.
DeWine officially sworn in for second term as Ohio governor, with ...
WEBJan 9, 2023 · Ohio Governor Mike DeWine takes the oath of the office while his wife Fran holds bible as he is sworn in by his son Ohio Supreme Court Justice Pat DeWine during a private ceremony at his residence Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in …
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WEB4 days ago · Ohio Secretary of State orders limits on use of secure ballot drop boxes in this fall's election. Karen Kasler. , September 5, 2024. A few days after suggesting to state lawmakers that they ban secure ballot drop boxes at county boards of elections entirely, Republican Secretary of State Frank LaRose has limited their use in this fall’s election.
School board races are hotly contested this year
WEBOct 22, 2021 · There’s a lot of interest in school board races right now. The Ohio School Boards Association reports 2,628 candidates are running for school boards this year. And that's more than a 50% increase from the number of candidates running for school boards four years ago. The OSBA’s Jeff Chambers says many are new to this.
For the first time in years, retired Ohio teachers will get cost-of ...
WEBMar 17, 2022 · More than 150,000 retired Ohio teachers are learning some good news – that they’ll see a cost of living adjustment, or COLA, in their pension checks for the first time in years starting for some in July.
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WEBAllie Vugrincic, WOSU Public Media. , September 9, 2024. Hunger is on the rise everywhere but volunteer gardeners in Ohio are trying to cultivate a solution. Listen • 4:30. A formal collaboration of Ohio’s existing network of public radio newsrooms that creates a sustainable model offering news stories that may not have otherwise been told.
DeWine signs bill to make it easier for Ohioans to carry concealed …
WEBMar 14, 2022 · Over the objection of police groups and gun control advocates, Gov. Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) has signed a bill that would allow Ohioans to carry a concealed gun without first having to obtain a permit or take a training course.. DeWine was in a precarious position with this bill as he faces three Republican primary challengers, all of whom are more supportive of relaxing gun regulations.
Applications coming in for Ohio medical marijuana shops that …
WEBJun 7, 2024 · Medical marijuana dispensaries in Ohio that want to sell to recreational users can now apply for dual licenses. That brings the state closer to legal marijuana sales to adults in Ohio, which haven’t been allowed under November’s voter-approved law that legalized usage and possession and home growing of up to 12 pot plants per household.