Ohio State Representative Jean Schmidt proposed two bills, one to streamline guardianship for special needs individuals before they turn 18, and another requiring fitness facility staff to be trained in AED or CPR use.

Cody L. Prater convicted for possessing and creating AI-generated child sexual abuse material, including imagery of extreme abuse involving real and AI-generated infants and toddlers.

Ohio Representatives Kishman and Miller introduce the ELDER Act, aimed at preventing cryptocurrency scams targeting the elderly by imposing regulations on crypto kiosk operators.

Ohio AG Dave Yost sues major cannabis companies over anti-competitive tactics following a whistleblower's allegations of collusion to restrict product choices and maintain high prices.

Ohio lawmakers Schmidt and Lett introduced a bipartisan bill to combat drink spiking, providing test strips to participating bars for detecting harmful substances in beverages.

Ohio Representatives Thomas and Hiner introduce a resolution to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, promoting state and local control over education and reducing federal bureaucracy.

Ohio House Bill 561, sponsored by Rep. Miller and Rep. Blasdel, seeks to clarify parental rights to exempt children from vaccinations for school, ensuring schools honor current exemptions.

Ohio Representatives Stephens and Deeter propose the Healthier Rural Hospitals Act, aiming to raise Medicaid reimbursement rates for struggling rural hospitals and improve healthcare in underserved areas.

Ohio high school students showcased their constitutional knowledge at the We the People state competition; Findlay High School won and will attend the national finals.

Ohio State University settled with eight more Richard Strauss abuse survivors, paying a total of $800,000, with overall compensation now exceeding $60 million for over 304 survivors.

The National Weather Service issued advisories in Ohio for a wintry mix, predicting snow with potential visibility and travel impacts. A warming trend is expected next week.

A Texas man admitted guilt to charges of attempted kidnapping and child sexual exploitation related to his attempt to take a 15-year-old he met online to Florida.

Ohio's Natural Resources Officer Leah Nairn was named Ranger of the Year by OPRA, recognized for safety, community relations, and her "Redemption Through the Lens" project for addiction recovery.