Ohio Lawmakers Dangle $15K Carrots To Revive Food Deserts
A bipartisan Ohio bill would seed small grants to corner stores and small markets so they can stock fresh food in neighborhoods officials call food deserts. Sponsors say the pilot targets roughly 1.3 million Ohioans without nearby grocery access.
Cleveland Heights Seeks Passionate Civic-Minded Individual for Transportation Committee Role
Cleveland Heights seeks a new Transportation and Mobility committee member to aid in developing the city's transportation infrastructure, focusing on sustainability and accessibility. Applications are open and will be reviewed starting February 23.
Akron Allocates Over $2 Million for Parks and Community Center Upgrades, Including Historic Rubber City Heritage Trail
Akron's 2026 Capital Budget allocates funds for enhancements to parks and community centers, including $1.2 million for the Rubber City Heritage Trail and upgrades for HVAC systems, lighting, and a new restroom facility at Elizabeth Park.
Jim Jordan Puts Sanctuary Cities In His Sights, Warns Ohio Counties To Brace
House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan says he will mark up a bill this month to eliminate sanctuary policies, setting up a clash with cities and some Ohio counties.
Ohio Supreme Court to Hear Arguments on Firefighter's Hit-and-Run Death, Murder Conviction of Leander Bissell Challenged
Ohio prosecutors to argue before the Supreme Court in a hit-and-run case involving firefighter Johnny Tetrick's death, aiming to reinstate the murder conviction of Leander Bissell after it was reduced to manslaughter.
Governor DeWine Advocates for Child Vision Care with OhioSEE Initiative in Boardman School Visit
Governor DeWine promotes OhioSEE, a vision care initiative for children, during a visit at Robinwood Lane Elementary, emphasizing its impact on learning and the ease of providing services in schools.












