A federal judge in Columbus denied Kalshi's injunction, allowing Ohio to enforce sports‑betting rules against prediction markets while the legal fight continues.

Ohio State President Ted Carter resigned after disclosing an inappropriate relationship with someone seeking public resources. Trustees accepted his resignation and opened an investigation.

A GOP-backed bill would reimpose a 24‑hour in‑person wait for abortions, critics say. HB 347 conflicts with Ohio’s constitution and would fall hardest on marginalized Ohioans.

Republican lawmakers unveiled the 'Holly Act,' a proposal to limit charitable bail for violent offenders, raise bond payments for repeat no‑shows and give the attorney general new appeal powers.

Senate Bill 55 would drop metabolite-based OVI rules, raise whole-blood THC limits to 5 ng/mL and let defendants challenge lab testing as it heads to the Ohio House.

Avery’s Law gives Ohio dog wardens seizure power, requires $100K liability coverage for dangerous dogs and raises penalties, it takes effect March 18, 2026.

A House committee advanced HB173 to limit third‑party submeterers from overcharging renters, require clearer bills and open limited help for submetered tenants.

A new CASPR scorecard gives Ohio a poor grade on online‑gambling safety and estimates about $533 million a year flows out of the state to out‑of‑state betting apps.

House Bill 292 would set up an Ohio Defense Commission and Fund to help local businesses land military contracts. Supporters promise jobs, critics decry the funding plan. The move now heads to the Senate after a heated House vote.

USDA approved Ohio’s request to bar soda and pop purchases with SNAP, set to begin Oct. 1, 2026. State officials cite health goals while advocates warn of costs and stigma.

Rep. Brian Lorenz introduced a bill to define fusion in state law and form a working group to study regulation and incentives as companies push toward commercial plants.

State tax credits approved for three Northeast Ohio projects, including Newman Technology’s $74M Mansfield expansion and deals tied to logistics and data‑center work.

Mayor Michael Bivens framed a hopeful State of the City while recall petitions circulate and an investigation into a councilman continues. Officials emphasized workforce programs and development plans.