A Columbus advocacy group has launched a national scholarship arm that lets donors claim a dollar‑for‑dollar federal tax credit and direct scholarships to Christian schools starting in 2027.

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

State Rep. Darnell Brewer unveiled "Amya's Law," pairing tax incentives and voluntary storage with new penalties after the Dec. 5, 2025 death of 11‑year‑old Amya Frazier.

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.

Ohio’s casino regulator posted a draft rule to bar credit‑card deposits for sports wagers, public comment runs through May 15. Major operators have already pulled card funding.

Two Democrats in Columbus meet Tuesday in a primary to decide who will take on Rep. Mike Carey in a GOP‑leaning 15th District.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost sued a Tipp City photographer after more than two dozen complaints that couples paid but never received wedding photos. The suit seeks refunds, penalties and an injunction.

A resurfaced clip of Vivek Ramaswamy saying Jesus is “a” son of God has reignited debate in Ohio as voters head to the May 5 primary. Responses have been mixed and campaign stakes are high.

Mayor Andrew Ginther and fire leaders say City Council's delay on a new fire engine raises readiness concerns. Council says the measure is scheduled for a May 11 vote.

The Ohio Supreme Court found Whitehall’s recall petitions fell short of the charter’s 15% threshold and ordered the clerk to certify defects, pausing a May 28 vote. Petitioners have ten days to try to add signatures.

Two Republicans — Jay Edwards and Kristina Roegner — meet in the May 5 primary for Ohio treasurer, a race shaped by national endorsements, undecided voters and the House Bill 6 legacy.

Gov. DeWine says Ohio’s 2026 sales-tax holiday will run Aug. 7–9, reverting to a three‑day back-to-school weekend, clothing up to $75 and school supplies up to $20 will be exempt.