U.S. Supreme Court Refuses To Overrule Hold On Ohio Executions
The nation’s highest court has denied an appeal on the ruling that Ohio strayed too far from its own execution policies.
What Should The US Do To Stop The Violence In Syria?
As the Syrian government continues its harsh crackdown on protesters, the US has closed its embassy in the country. What else should the US do to stop the violence in Syria?
Gingrich Says Country Needs Bold Thinking of Wright Brothers
While voters in three other states cast primary and caucus ballots, Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich made a campaign swing through Ohio including a stop in Columbus. Gingrich compared his ideas to those of two Ohio heroes – Orville and Wilbur Wright.
Kasich Calls For End Of “Mindless Partisanship”
Governor John Kasich urged lawmakers to put aside mindless partisanship while touting the recovery of Ohio’s manufacturing industry in his annual State of the State address.
Commentary: Fracking Not A Panacea For Ohio
Supporters say drilling for natural gas by hydraulic fracturing holds great promise for Ohio. Others are not so sure. Count WOSU Commentator Andrew Miller among the latter.
Conservative Report Targets Central Ohio Pensions
The new report says the pensions of several Central Ohio government retirees are an example of government waste.
Kasich, Steubenville Ready For State Of The State Address
The Governor will use Steubenville’s Wells Academy as a backdrop for Ohio’s first-ever State of the State Address outside of Columbus.
Steubenville Elementary School Readies For Governor’s Address
Final preparations are underway today at Ohio’s top performing elementary school. The Governor, most of his cabinet, and lawmakers will visit Wells Academy tomorrow for the State of the State address. Principal Joe Nocera says the school uses a “success for all” model to boost academic performance.
Townships Struggle With Calls To Downsize
The tension between local and state government will be one of the overriding themes as the leaders of Ohio’s 1,308 townships gather for a conference in Columbus this week.
Memorial Service Held For Columbus Man Shot In Haiti
A memorial service will be held in Miami for an Ohio man who died from gunshot wounds he suffered during a robbery in Haiti where he was working on an orphanage.
A Cincinnati Prosecutor Wants Justice Off Death Penalty Cases
A prosecutor in Cincinnati is calling on an Ohio Supreme Court justice who recently criticized the state’s death penalty law to sit out decisions in cases involving capital punishment.
