Ohio Gov’s property tax group releases proposals, lawmakers still planning veto overrides

This week, an Ohio property tax reform group set up by the governor released its recommendations. The question now is whether anyone in the General Assembly is listening. The day after the proposals got released, the Ohio Senate voted to override...

Ohio University unveils LED studio that’s changing media education

ATHENS — Ohio University’s Scripps College of Communication has unveiled a state-of-the-art LED Wall Shooting Studio, a significant step in preparing students for the future of media production. The studio, located on the fifth floor of the Radio...

Ohio State running back Lamar 'Bo' Jackson has a name — and game — that demands attention

COLUMBUS, Ohio — When Bo Jackson arrived at Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School in Cleveland, coach Jeff Rotsky already knew him well. Jackson’s two older brothers, Ty and Omari, played for Rotsky, and the coach watched closely as Bo dominated the...

Ohio police officer rescues trapped squirrel

RICHMOND HEIGHTS, Ohio — An Ohio police officer lent a helping hand to a squirrel after it got tangled up in a sports net in someone’s backyard. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Officer Pawlak with the Richmond Heights...

Ohio governor joins dedication of historical marker for Rob Sterling at Antioch College

YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio (WKEF) -- Governor Mike DeWine helped recognize a famous actor who attended a local college, and a historical marker was installed in his honor. On Thursday, Gov. DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine were present at Antioch...

Ohio's food banks open during federal shutdown but bracing for impact if it drags on

Food banks are open as usual during this federal government shutdown, as concerns are rising for what might happen with benefits if the situation drags on. "We've very rarely seen long-term shutdowns that have led to actual impacts on public...

Ohio to Launch Buckeye Business Advantage Program

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague on Wednesday announced a new program aimed at helping small business owners access low-cost capital. Buckeye Business Advantage, launching later this month, will offer reduced interest rate loans to...

Ohio Mayors, Lawmakers Talk Taxes, Safety

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — Mayors from across Ohio and local legislators convened in Youngstown for a regional meeting hosted by the Ohio Mayors Alliance, focusing on public safety and proposed property tax reforms. City leaders expressed concern that...

Ohio man wins Showcase Showdown on Price is Right

Scott Shaffer was featured on a recent episode of The Price is Right. He went home with several prizes. CHILLICOTHE— "Scott Shaffer, come on down!" That is what one Logan man, originally from Kingston, heard as he watched The Price is Right on...

Ohio State Mansfield just got a lot more crowded this fall

Student enrollment at The Ohio State University at Mansfield has reached a four-year high, according to the enrollment census released by the university for autumn 2025. A total of 911 students are enrolled this fall, marking a 7.3% increase over...

Ohioan among activists on boats detained by Israel while headed to Gaza

JERUSALEM — A Northwest Ohio man was among the passengers on a flotilla of more than 40 boats detained Wednesday by Israel as they attempted to break a blockade of Gaza. The Cleveland chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)...

As Expiration of Tax Credits Loom, Ohio Health Insurers Ask for Big Premium Increases

The federal government remains closed for business as Democrats and Republicans battle over health programs for low and middle-income Americans. If Republicans get their way on one of those programs, insurance premiums for 427,000 Ohioans could...

Trums's trade war with China hits Ohio's soybean farmers

A trade war with China is causing concern for Ohio's soybean farmers as the country backs out of purchasing U.S. soybeans. While Ohio doesn't sell most of its soybeans directly to China, the loss of a major buyer drives down prices for all U.S....

As expiration of tax credits loom, Ohio insurers ask for big increases

The federal government remains closed for business as Democrats and Republicans battle over health programs for low and middle-income Americans. If Republicans get their way on one of those programs, insurance premiums for 427,000 Ohioans could...

New law requires driver’s education for Ohioans under 21

A new law took effect in Ohio this week that requires everyone under 21 to complete driver’s education training before getting their license. Ohio’s law previously only required those age 17 and younger to go through driver’s training — meaning...

Man dead, 2 juveniles seriously injured in northern Ohio crash

DEFIANCE COUNTY, Ohio — A man is dead, and two juveniles were seriously injured in a northern Ohio crash. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Around 2:30 p.m. last Friday, Sept. 26, Ohio State Highway Patrol Troopers were...

Is Netflix's 'Love Is Blind' still casting Ohio singles? What we know

The Netflix show "Love Is Blind" is still accepting applications for singles from Ohio. Casting is focused on individuals from Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus for a future season. While casting is for Ohio residents, the show's pod-based...

Gophers face top-ranked Ohio State and 107,000 fans in nighttime Big Ten showdown

The 4-0 Buckeyes are hosting their second home night game of the season, taking on the Golden Gophers, who will face a sold-out crowd that has tailgated all day. COLUMBUS, Ohio(AP) — After a week off and a weekend trip to the Pacific Northwest,...

Gophers are big underdogs at Ohio State but already beat the Buckeyes for Koi Perich

The Gophers last defeated Ohio State in football in 2000, a 29-17 Minnesota triumph at Ohio Stadium. Before that, their last win over the Buckeyes was in 1981 when they beat Ohio State 35-31 at Memorial Stadium. And if you’re looking for a third...

Study: Ohio data centers have contributed $5.2 billion in tax revenue

About $40 billion have been and will be invested in data centers around the state through 2030, according to a study released Thursday by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation. That will come with an 800% increase in energy demand from...