Ohio State Wire

(The Center Square) – The debate over taxpayer-funded child care facilities across Ohio has intensified since State Rep. Josh Williams, R-Sylvania Township, called for an investigation earlier this week.

Williams claims there have been multiple reports alleging... Read more

(The Center Square) – Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is defending the state’s child care spending, saying longtime safeguards are in place that help prevent widespread fraud uncovered in Minnesota.

DeWine’s defense came after fellow Republican Rep. Josh Williams, R-Sylvania... Read more

(The Center Square) – Pointing to a multimillion-dollar taxpayer fraud scandal in Minnesota, an Ohio lawmaker wants an investigation into the state’s child care facilities he says are suspected of fraud.

Rep. Josh Williams, R-Sylvania Township, claims there have... Read more

(The Center Square) – More than 100,000 Ohioans working for minimum wage can expect a raise on Thursday.

The state’s minimum wage, tied to inflation, will go from $10.70 an hour to $11 in the new year, impacting 103,800... Read more

(The Center Square) – The U.S. Supreme Court will head into 2026 with numerous high profile decisions to issue. Transgender athletes, birthright citizenship, presidential firing power, tariffs and redistricting are several issues that hang in the balance of the high court’s decision making.

(The Center Square) – Ohio’s standing as one of the country’s most populous states continues to slip, and the lack of jobs is the reason why, according to a survey of state economists.

In a survey released by Scioto... Read more

(The Center Square) – Ohioans could soon be able to get needed prescriptions from a pharmacist, rather than a physician.

A new bill, House Bill 629, would expand the practice of licensed pharmacists, allowing them to prescribe and dispense... Read more

(The Center Square) – For 67 million people relying on electricity from the regional power grid, PJM, cheaper utility bills in 2026 are little more than a pipe dream.

It’s not an unexpected blow, despite moves from the Trump... Read more

(The Center Square) – Two major carmakers owe owners of their vehicles in Ohio fixes for problems, and one owes them cash.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced a settlement with Mercedes and another with Hyundai and Kia. Both... Read more

(The Center Square) – Property taxpayers throughout Ohio could get some relief in 2026.

Gov. Mike DeWine signed a series of bills into law that impact everything from a school district’s minimum tax rate to limits on potential tax... Read more

(The Center Square) – As travelers plan to hit the road for the Christmas holiday this week, gas prices continue to fall across Ohio.

The American Automobile Association says low crude oil prices and high supply have led to... Read more

(The Center Square) – A Democrat and a Republican lawmaker in Ohio are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s plan to take power from the state when it comes to artificial intelligence regulations.

The two join a chorus of... Read more

(The Center Square) – The state continues to get help from a Columbus-based policy group in its effort to stop additional COVID-19 era unemployment funds from going to Ohioans.

The Buckeye Institute filed a brief with the Ohio Supreme... Read more

(The Center Square) – The economy continues to be the top issue for Ohioans as the 2026 midterm and gubernatorial election moves closer.

The most recent Emerson College poll showed nearly half of all respondents said the economy is... Read more

(The Center Square) – Ohio public school students could soon receive the same athletic benefits as homeschool and private school students.

Legislation in the state House of Representatives would give students the chance to be on a sports team... Read more

(The Center Square) – Wisconsin-based Menards has agreed to pay a combined $4.25 million to settle a lawsuit from 10 states related to deceptive marketing for its 11% rebate.

The states attorneys argued that the Eau Claire retailer misled... Read more

(The Center Square) – After delays in reporting from the federal government, Ohio’s job market continues to weaken.

September unemployment numbers, delayed due to the recent federal government shutdown, showed an improvement from 5% to 4.8%, but the state... Read more

(The Center Square) – A federal appeals court reversed a lower court’s decision holding that an Ohio school district's policy on student pronouns did not violate First Amendment rights.

Olentangy Local School District maintains a policy that bans individuals... Read more

(The Center Square) – Economic development’s crossroads with data centers in Ohio has both the green lights of success from community leaders and the stop signs of residents.

Water usage, light pollution, noise and infrastructure concerns are cited by... Read more

(The Center Square) -- Ohio's elected leaders have earmarked more than $16 million to commemorate the nation's 250th birthday next year – significantly more than some of the first U.S. states.

And they have committed those funds over the... Read more