A new white paper finds most Ohio legislative primaries from 2018–2026 were uncontested, with many races decided before voters had a real choice.

A convicted participant in the college‑admissions scandal donated to Vivek Ramaswamy’s Ohio campaign, drawing criticism about the campaign’s meritocratic message.

A Hamilton County judge heard arguments as Madeira seeks to end its 20-year water agreement with Indian Hill, citing PFAS risks and rate concerns.

Sen. Bernie Moreno told Mayor Aftab Pureval a June 10 ordinance merging procurement and economic inclusion could jeopardize federal funding. City officials say the reorganization is cost‑neutral and meant to speed contracting.

Former U.S. Attorney Ken Parker was contracted for one year to advise Cincinnati on public-safety strategy and community outreach, with a $199,000 cap. Parker will review PIVOT and ACT for Cincy, attend monthly briefings and host listening sessions.

An arbitrator overturned the November firing of Assistant Fire Chief Sherman Smith and ordered Cincinnati to reinstate him within 30 days.

State figures show more than 110 Ohio districts and independent schools list staff authorized to carry firearms after a 2022 law cut the training floor to 24 hours.

Clermont County will delay second‑half property tax bills while officials apply Ohio’s new Inflation Cap Credit. Updated bills and due dates are expected in mid‑ to late‑July.

A proposed bill would dedicate about $50 million to buy land or secure easements to expand public hunting across Ohio amid worries about shrinking access. Supporters say the money could reopen parcels that were once open to hunters.

Warren County’s board unanimously approved a temporary 0.5% county sales‑tax increase to fund a one‑year property‑tax cut, shifting some costs to visitors while trimming homeowners’ bills.

Trustees advanced a 2.99‑mill police levy for county certification as officials warn staffing gaps and rising calls are straining the department. The vote could land on the Nov. 3 ballot.

The Sixth Circuit found a Xenia board's mic grab amounted to an unconstitutional "heckler's veto" and ordered a preliminary injunction for the speaker. The ruling will change how some districts handle public comment.

The Direct Express card program is switching banks and issuing new Fifth Third–branded debit cards; payments and schedules won’t change but recipients should confirm mailing addresses.