Gov. DeWine signed emergency rules to speed revalidation and let Ohio drop high‑risk Medicaid providers as a House task force and CMS tighten oversight.

Ohio Republicans filed a joint resolution to enshrine a photo‑ID rule in the state constitution, triggering a fast legislative timeline and likely legal fights.

A bipartisan Ohio bill would create a publicly searchable registry for repeat domestic violence offenders, requiring registration within seven days and setting removal windows. Backers cite rising fatalities, advocates warn of privacy risks.

A Scioto Analysis report finds Ohio’s Gini at 46.6 and warns the 2.75% flat tax and proposals to swap property taxes for sales levies could increase inequality.

Hamilton’s Planning Commission approved zoning changes that would allow recreational marijuana retailers; City Council has a first reading on June 10 and could vote June 24.

The Army told Cincinnati organizers it won't field a female color guard at an Eden Park dedication, citing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's policy. Organizers call it a setback but plan to press on.

Ohio lawmakers heard veterans and advocates as the state considers joining federal- and state-backed ibogaine research for PTSD and opioid treatment. Funding and safety questions remain central.

A Sixth Circuit panel ruled that long‑term residents detained after illegal entry are entitled to bond hearings, a decision that affects Michigan and other states in the circuit.

A bipartisan Ohio Senate bill would expand the civil time window for many sexual‑assault claims from one year to five, with sponsors saying survivors need more time to seek redress. The measure is awaiting committee action.

A Mount Adams homeowner says city crews removed vegetation from his hillside without permission, leaving it unstable and prompting a federal lawsuit.

NEADA projects Ohio households may pay about $672 to cool homes this summer while LIHEAP funding faces potential cuts.

Survivors and Cincinnati advocates are pushing HB 659 to expand civil time limits for childhood and student sexual abuse; the bill stops short of changing criminal deadlines and raises constitutional questions.

Dave Yost is resigning as Ohio attorney general on May 7, 2026, handing Gov. Mike DeWine the job of naming a temporary successor and potentially reshuffling statewide offices. Here’s how the appointment and election rules will play out.